2022-2023学年江苏省南通市高三上学期期末考试英语word版含答案

2022～2023学年高三年级模拟试卷

英　　语

2023.1

本试卷分四个部分。满分150分，考试用时120分钟。

第一部分　听力(共两节，满分30分)

第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)

听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。

(　　)1. What was the man's second illness in the last three months?

A. A cold.    B. The food poisoning.    C. A chest problem.

(　　)2. What does the woman want to know?

A. Repair price.    B. Product types.    C. Business hours.

(　　)3. Why does the man repeat himself?

A. He wasn't very polite at first.    　　　　B. The shopkeeper didn't hear him.

C. He pronounced his words incorrectly.

(　　)4. Who might Julie be?

A. The boy's aunt.    B. The boy's sister.    C. The boy's mother.

(　　)5. What will the woman do in the bank?

A. Make a deposit.    　　　　B. Borrow some money.

C. Submit a job application.

第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)

听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项 中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后， 各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。

听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。

(　　)6. What is the man's real reason for not working out?

A. He is too busy.    B. He is too funny.    C. He is too lazy.

(　　)7. What does the woman think about the man's reason?

A. He's only making excuses.    　　　　B. He's just trying to be funny.

C. He's really telling the truth.

听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。

(　　)8. Who is checking the stopwatch?

A. The man.    B. The woman.    C. The coach.

(　　)9. What day is it today?

A. Sunday.    B. Saturday.    C. Friday.

(　　)10. Where does the conversation take place?

A. In an office.    B. At a race track.    C. At a restaurant.

听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。

(　　)11.What are the speakers mainly talking about?

A. A repair plan.    　　　　B. A travel arrangement.

C. The history of the wild wall.

(　　)12. What is an advantage of the unrepaired wall?

A. It is real.    B. It is safe.    C. It is tidy.

(　　)13. What do the speakers decide to do in the end?

A. Go to another place.    B. Protect the old wall.    C. Adjust their plan.

听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。

(　　)14. What did the woman's mother think of skateboarding?

A. Impressive.    B. Dangerous.    C. Interesting.

(　　)15. What has happened to the woman's company recently?

A. Many employees have been fired.    　　　　　B. There is no more computer work.

C. It has been in terrible condition.

(　　)16. What does the man suggest the woman do?

A. Persuade her family.    B. Talk with her boss.    C. Change her career.

听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。

(　　)17. Who might the speaker be?

A. A coach.    B. A referee.    C. A player.

(　　)18. What does the speaker say about the other team?

A. They are two goals down.    　　　　B. They have got more yellow cards.

C. They are the home team.

(　　)19. Why is Paul unable to play?

A. He is too tired.    B. He is injured.    C. He has retired.

(　　)20. What will happen next?

A. The event continues.    B. The coach complains.    C. The referee cheers.

第二部分　阅读(共两节，满分50分)

第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)

阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。

A

How often do you get the chance to embrace the darkness of a wilderness park? Bryce Canyon is seeking an Astronomy Volunteer to help share this incredible resource with our guests!

DESCRIPTION

Whether you bring your own telescope for the nightly telescope fields or bring your own solar telescope for daytime observing, (or both) you'll be able to share your love for astronomy with hundreds of people every night/day of the astronomy festival!

Daytime activities typically run from 10：00 a．m. to 2：00 p．m.

All telescope operators and festival staff will meet at 6：00 p．m. each evening before setup to discuss the plan for the field.

Telescope field area is open for setup between 8：00 p．m. and 9：30 p．m.

The nightly telescope field is open to the public 10：00 p．m. to midnight unless weather causes a cancellation.

DUTIES

Assist guests with viewing through the telescope, while guiding their experience.

Interpret the night sky to guests with minimal use of a laser pointer.

Answer guests' questions while operating telescope.

QUALIFICATIONS

You must bring your own telescope.

Strong background in astronomy.

Previous experience with public speaking or interpretation.

Knowledge of the International Dark­Sky Associations (IDA).

Note: Bryce Canyon National Park elevations reach 9，100 feet (2778 meters). People with heart or respiratory concerns should be especially careful not to overexert themselves.

(　　)21. Who is wanted according to the text?

A. An Astronomy Festival Volunteer.    B. An Astronomy Telescope learner.

C. A Wilderness Park Observer.    D. A Wilderness Park Assistant.

(　　)22. When is one allowed to set up a telescope?

A. 9：00 a．m.    B. 10：00 a．m.    C. 9：00 p．m.    D. 10：00 p．m.

(　　)23. What is the basic qualification for the position?

A. Answering a question.    B. Owning a telescope.

C. Language interpretation.    D. Medical experience.

B

The incident took place, believe it or not, on the playground. I was something of a football player, but I had never been a good player, far less a great one. I played for the mere physical joy that I got out of the game, but I played with a will, and put my whole heart into the game. The result was that, though I had plenty of energy and enthusiasm, I was never picked for my college team.

Let me confess frankly that this was only because there was another player in the same position who happened to be much better than me. I considered myself the better sportsman, but he was certainly the greater player. So I never grumbled or complained. I was content to wait and bide my time.

And at last my patience was rewarded. It was for me a very special day. Our team had shot up into the final and was meeting its rival(竞争对手). Our star­player sent word at the last moment that he was ill and he could not take the field. Imagine the astonishment in the college camp! The thought was that the game was as good as lost, and so also, I confess, did I for this player was our trump card(王牌): That is what everybody always said. However, something had to be done, and that something had to be myself! The captain called me up almost apologetically for having failed to recognize my greatness before, and—there I was, on the playground, greeted by the cheers of my friends, and a few jeers from those who had little faith in my prowess.

I can tell you that I played like a demon(魔鬼). I was here, there and everywhere—now leading the attack, now falling back to help the defense. It was indeed a thrilling moment in my life. For a time, I was the center of all attention, the object of universal applause, and “the observed of all observers”. And, believe it or not, it was I who put in the winning goal. It marked the top of a glorious day. Even now I look back on the episode with unmixed pleasure and satisfaction.

(　　)24. What can you learn about the author from the first two paragraphs?

A. He was chosen into the college team.

B. He intended to be a professional player.

C. He performed better than any other player.

D. He showed great interest in playing football.

(　　)25. How was the author's patience rewarded?

A. He received the captain's sincere apology.

B. He helped his school team to enter the final.

C. He was finally considered as the trump card.

D. He became a replacement for the sick player.

(　　)26. Why did the author say it was a thrilling moment in his life?

A. He showed off his patience to the fullest.

B. The audience applauded his performance.

C. The audience observed players attacking.

D. He played attentively in the final match.

(　　)27. What can we learn from the author's experience?

A. Patience is the best treatment.    B. Care and diligence bring luck.

C. Great hopes make a great man.    D. Opportunity is for the prepared.

C

Have you ever escaped taking on a role or opportunity because you didn't feel confident enough? Perhaps the voice in your head asked: “Why me? I am not yet ready, not capable enough, or don't have enough experience.”

If you can relate, you're among the majority of women with whom I've worked. I recently asked more than 120 women, from areas including the U．S., UK, Australia, Georgia, Italy, India, Jamaica, and Bermuda: If you've ever avoided risks, what factors and reasons contributed to this? More than 70% reported that self­doubt, or not having enough belief in themselves, their capabilities, or their skills, was a driving factor.

As one well­known executive(行政主管) told me: “Every day I doubt myself. I doubt that I am good enough to be where I am.”

This shouldn't come as a surprise. We know self­doubt is a pervasive and often paralyzing concern, particularly for women. A study by psychologists at Cornell and Washington State highlighted higher levels of self­doubt in women. Research has also shown that women will apply for a job only if they meet all of the qualifications, while men will apply when they fulfill only 60%. Another recent study identified a considerable gender gap when it comes to self­promotion, with women providing less favorable assessments of their own past performance and potential future ability. Ultimately, men take more chances on themselves, and that pays dividends(红利) in the long run.

While this pattern of self­doubt emerged again and again in studies, my interactions, and my client work, I also noticed another commonality: These women's self­doubts weren't sabotaging their success. The vast majority of successful women leaders I've interviewed and coached have built exciting and satisfying careers even while facing self­doubt.

What these women also had in common is courage in the absence of confidence—a trait that is often weaponized against women and used to explain why they fail to achieve career goals. My work has found that successful women take decisive action to move forward even while grappling with fears and doubts and questioning their own “readiness”．

“As women, we often feel like we have to be 100% ready in order to move forward. But, if you are 50% or 75% there, jump. Just do it，” said Megan Costello, former executive director of the Boston Mayor's Office for Women's Advancement.

(　　)28. What is the real factor for women to escape taking on a role?

A. Higher risks.    B. Different beliefs.

C. Inner feelings.    D. Related experiences.

(　　)29. What is typical of women in terms of self­promotion?

A. They tend to be less optimistic.    B. They prefer to be well qualified.

C. They try to be favorably assessed.    D. They hope to be clearly identified.

(　　)30. Which can best replace the underlined word “sabotaging” in Paragraph 5?

A. Promoting.    B. Weakening.    C. Achieving.    D. Balancing.

(　　)31. How do women with self­doubts succeed?

A. They should be courageous and decisive.

B. They should keep themselves unprepared.

C. They should stop questioning their careers.

D. They should learn from famous executives.

D

A new study analyzing stone tools from southern China provides the earliest evidence of rice harvesting, dating to as early as 10，000 years ago. The researchers identified two methods of harvesting rice, which helped start rice domestication(家庭种植).

To harvest rice, some sort of tools would have been needed. “For quite a long time, one of the puzzles has been that harvesting tools have not been found in southern China from the early Neolithic period or New Stone Age (10，000－7，000 Before Present)—the time period when we know rice began to be domesticated，” says lead author Jiajing Wang, an assistant professor of anthropology at Dartmouth.

“However, when archaeologists(考古学家) were working at several early Neolithic sites in the Lower Yangtze River Valley, they found a lot of small pieces of stone, which had sharp edges that could have been used for harvesting plants.”

“Maybe some of those small stone pieces were rice harvesting tools, which is what our results show.”

In the Lower Yangtze River Valley, the two earliest Neolithic culture groups were the Shangshan and Kuahuqiao.

The researchers examined 52 flaked(成薄片的) stone tools from the Shangshan and Hehuashan sites, the latter of which was occupied by Shangshan and Kuahuqiao cultures.

To determine if the stone flakes were used for harvesting rice, the team conducted use­wear and phytolith residue(植物石残渣) analyses.

For the use­wear analysis, micro­scratches(划痕) on the tools' surfaces were examined under a microscope. The results showed that 30 flakes have use­wear patterns similar to those produced by harvesting siliceous (silica­rich) plants, likely including rice.

Through the phytolith residue analysis, the researchers analyzed the microscopic residue left on the stone flakes known as “phytoliths” (silica skeletons of plants). They found that 28 of the tools contained rice phytoliths.

“What's interesting about rice phytoliths is that rice husk and leaves produce different kinds of phytolith, which enabled us to determine how the rice was harvested，” says Wang.

The findings from the use­wear and phytolith analyses illustrated that two types of rice harvesting methods were used—“finger­knife” and “sickle” techniques. Both methods are still used in southern China today.

(　　)32. What is the long­lasting puzzle about southern China?

A. It has a history of 10，000 years.

B. It produces many harvesting tools.

C. Rice could hardly grow in that area.

D. Rice harvesting never occurred there.

(　　)33. In what tone do the researchers talk about their findings?

A. Certain.    B. Cautious.    C. Critical.    D. Correct.

(　　)34. On what basis is the use­wear analysis carried out?

A. How the stones were used.    B. What was left on the stones.

C. When the stones were used.    D. Whether the tools were used.

(　　)35. What can we infer from the last paragraph?

A. Asian countries are promoting harvesting methods.

B. Only two harvesting methods are still used in China.

C. Rice domestication existed in southern China long ago.

D. “Finger­knife” and “sickle” are very advanced techniques.

第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)

阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

Exercise is important in all phases of life, but for seniors, it's crucial to maintaining independence. Exercise ensures that seniors can get around and continue to do the things they enjoy and helps to prevent serious health conditions. __36__

Strength exercises are among the best exercises for seniors. __37__ These exercises can also improve a senior citizen's metabolism(新陈代谢), which can be important for the maintenance of healthy blood sugar levels and normal weight.

Balance exercises are good for senior citizens as well because they build up muscles in the legs and strength in the lower body. They can help a senior citizen have better stability, translating into lowered risk of serious falls. __38__

__39__ They help improve flexibility, making it easier for an older person to remain physically active and move around without stiffness(僵硬) and pain. Additionally, stretching exercises help senior citizens avoid muscle­related injuries, which can occur in the course of exercising as well as during daily living.

Though exercise is good for senior citizens, it is smart for seniors to speak with their doctors before starting any new exercise program. __40__ In some cases, they may also recommend avoiding certain exercises altogether.

A. For seniors, this may not be the top concern.

B. Such accidents tend to make them ill and weak.

C. Stretches are also important exercises for seniors.

D. Never exercise too much as it may have harmful effects.

E. They help to build up muscles and make the bones stronger.

F. They may suggest specific exercises and exercise frequency.

G. When it comes to choosing the best exercises for seniors, variety is key.

第三部分　语言运用(共两节，满分30分)

第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)

阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳 选项。

As a teenager, Shannyn, was shocked to discover grey hairs coming through. It was the __41__ thing the 16­year­old wanted to see, and it led to __42__ from her unkind classmates, who said she was looking “old”．

In order to __43__， she started visiting a salon every six weeks to have her hair dyed black. It was a heavy __44__．

But it was money well __45__ for the teen because she no longer stood out as “old” looking. However, as her 30th birthday approached, she __46__ she was finally ready to go natural and took the __47__ to stop dying her hair.

“It's incredibly healthy because it's not __48__ with chemicals. It's not weighed down or anything like that, it's really nice，” she said.

__49__ to the salon were no longer necessary and she also saved herself a __50__ in the process. Four years since she made the decision, Shannyn is still __51__ with her silvery hairs.

Women's valuing their grey colour has gained __52__ since the pandemic lockdowns, and Shannyn was far __53__ for she committed to it several years ago.

If you can __54__ your true self, then you've crossed the line that not many women in today's society can do, and that's indeed great __55__．

(　　)41. A. right    B. last    C. cool    D. natural

(　　)42. A. anxiety    B. excitement    C. passion    D. rudeness

(　　)43. A. fit in    B. give in    C. take over    D. turn over

(　　)44. A. damage    B. workload    C. exercise    D. expense

(　　)45. A. prepared    B. spent    C. organized    D. suited

(　　)46. A. decided    B. argued    C. demanded    D. valued

(　　)47. A. advice    B. trouble    C. step    D. lesson

(　　)48. A. forced    B. compared    C. covered    D. confused

(　　)49. A. Approaches    B. Invitations    C. Visits    D. Responses

(　　)50. A. lesson    B. fortune    C. dream    D. shadow

(　　)51. A. pleased    B. cautious    C. friendly    D. patient

(　　)52. A. courage    B. qualification    C. experience    D. popularity

(　　)53. A. beyond    B. behind    C. away    D. ahead

(　　)54. A. remember    B. embrace    C. transform    D. improve

(　　)55. A. power    B. care    C. mind    D. luck

第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)

阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。

The area of the Yellow River Wetland Park in Yinchuan was once a place local people avoided. Now, the park has not only become a popular destination for __56__(local) to take a walk, but also a habitat __57__(frequent) visited by migratory birds.

As secretary­general of Ningxia's bird observation __58__(associate), Li Zhijun witnessed the huge changes. According to him, the Yinchuan Wetland Park has become a famous spot for bird photographers. More habitats for migratory birds __59__(appear) as the environment improves, added Li in __60__ interview with China Daily.

The Yinchuan Wetland Park is a microcosm(缩影) of China's achievements in wetland protection. On Nov 10, seven Chinese cities __61__(award) “international wetland cities” at the 14th Meeting of the Conference of the Contracting Parties. So far, there are 13 wetland cities in China, __62__(show) a great variety of patterns and styles.

Liangping district(区) in Chongqing, however, is totally different from __63__  natural wetland is like. People built small wetlands in rural areas. What's more, they have combined these wetlands __64__ organic farms, homestays, and healthcare centers, __65__ has resulted in an income increase of 52，000 yuan per household.

第四部分　写作(共两节，满分40分)

第一节(满分15分)

假定你是李华，上周四学校组织了一次志愿者活动，到社区敬老院开展消毒工作并宣传科 学防疫的重要性。请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括：

1. 活动目的；2. 活动内容；3. 活动反响。

注意：

1. 写作词数应为80左右；

2. 请按如下格式在相应位罝作答；

3. 参考词汇：消毒v. disinfect；接种疫苗vaccination；敬老院nursing home。

A volunteer activity

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

第二节(满分25分)

阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

Anna Morrison was a single mother raising three little children, Joseph, Catherine, and Tom alone after her husband passed away. And Anna didn't have much money as a cleaner.

Before Tom's 6th birthday, Anna saved some money. She knew it wasn't much, but she could at least treat her children to one proper meal on the special day. So on Tom's birthday, Anna took her children to a local café. After reading the menu, she realized she could only afford one dish. The waitress had already brought them water and was waiting for their order, and Anna was too shy to leave. So she decided to buy something within her budget.

Finally, she settled on a plate of noodles and meatballs. When the dinner arrived, Tom cried, “Mom, one dish isn't enough for the four of us. And I want a drink with my food，”“Yes, Mommy！” Catherine and Joseph cried together.

“I'm sorry，” Anna apologized. “For the time being, let's have this. I promise to do better on your next birthday.” She then divided the foods among her children. As the kids finished their food, Catherine said, “Mommy, I'm still hungry. Can we get something else？” Tom added, “How about a cake? We can't celebrate a birthday without a cake! Please, Mom! I'll wash my hands and be right back! Then we can order it！” With that, Tom rushed to the washroom; Catherine and Joseph followed.

As the children left, Anna murmured in tears, “How do I tell them I don't have any money on me？” Suddenly, she saw an old lady limped(一瘸一拐) towards her. This woman was dining nearby. She had heard Anna talking to the kids.

注意：

1. 续写词数应为150左右；

2. 请按如下格式在相应位置作答。

This woman was Sandra. “It's all right，” she told Anna. ________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Seeing Sandra had bad legs, Anna decided to repay her kindness. ________________________________________________________________________

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2022～2023学年高三年级模拟试卷(南通)

英语参考答案及听力材料

第一部分

1～5　CCABB　6～10　CAACB　11～15　BACBA　16～20　CABBA

第二部分

第一节

21～23　ACB　24～27　DDBD　28～31　CABA　32～35　DBAC

第二节

36～40　GEBCF

第三部分

第一节

41～45　BDADB　46～50　ACCCB　51～55　ADDBA

第二节

56. locals　57. frequently　58. association　59. are appearing　60. an　61. were awarded　62. showing　63. what　64. with　65. which

第四部分

第一节

To raise the old people's awareness of self­protection from viruses, our school organized a volunteer activity for the nursing home of our community last Thursday.

Firstly, we went to disinfect the bedrooms for the elderly and then the public fitness facilities in the nursing home. More importantly, we impressed upon them the importance of scientific prevention of viruses, such as wearing face masks and having vaccinations to avoid infection.

Our activity turned out to be a huge success. We are spoken highly of because we do our part for our society.

第二节

This__woman__was__Sandra.__“It's__all__right，”____she__told__Anna. Sandra put a $100 bill on Anna's table and encouraged her to order some extra food. Anna ordered a cake and some juice for her kids. Tears welled up in Anna's eyes as she watched the kids eat happily. “Thank you so much, Madam, and I will return you the money，” sobbed Anna. Sandra patted her shoulder, “You don't have to. I live alone next door, and I have a pension.” Then Sandra limped out of the café.

Seeing__Sandra__had__bad__legs,__Anna__decided__to__repay__her__kindness. She visited Sandra regularly and cleaned Sandra's house, mowed the grass and removed weeds. With time passing by, Sandra and Anna became closer, and Anna along with her kids often dropped by the old lady's house to help her and keep her company. The two families cheered each other up by enjoying friendliness together.

听力材料

Text 1

W: I haven't seen you for a long time. Where have you been?

M: I've been ill for three months. First it was a cold, then it became a chest problem and later I had food poisoning.

W: You poor man. At least you're looking healthy now.

Text 2

M: Suncoast Electronics, this is Mark speaking. Do you need to return something or have something fixed?

W: Actually, I just want to find out when you'll be open in the morning.

Text 3

M: Shopkeeper, give me one of today's newspapers and a coffee.

W: Bob, don't speak to a woman like that. It sounds terrible.

M: Sorry, madam. May I have one of today's newspapers and a coffee, please?

Text 4

W: Have you completed all of your chores, son?

M: No. I did some of Julie's yesterday, so she has to do mine today.

W: Well, she's not here, so I need you to do the dishes before your aunt arrives.

Text 5

W: I have an appointment at the bank tomorrow. I'm worried they will decline my application for a bank account.

M: I'll come with you. I need to make a deposit. What do you need the money for?

W: I want to start a new career and open my own company.

Text 6

W: Roy, you are at least 10 pounds heavier than last month. I thought you said you were going to start working out.

M: Trust me, I've tried. But I'm so busy that I can't fit it into my schedule.

W: Well, if you keep this up, pretty soon you won't be able to fit into your pants!

M: Ha­ha. Very funny.

W: I'm not kidding! Everyone has time to be healthy. You're just inventing reasons to explain why you're lazy.

M: You know what? You're totally right. I will make a better effort from now on ... right after I finish this bowl of ice cream.

W: Roy!

Text 7

W: Did you press the stopwatch?

M: Of course I did. Look at him run. He is so fast. I think he will have a real shot at winning the race on Saturday.

W: You are always more optimistic than I am. I thought the race was Sunday.

M: I'm sure it's tomorrow. Why don't you think he has what it takes to win?

W: I didn't say that. I'm just worried that he is pushing himself too hard.

M: He knows his limits. I just checked the official race place on my phone. The race is definitely on Saturday.

W: Maybe I'm worried that you are pushing him. He's still a boy. Luckily, he has an excellent coach at school.

M: Look at that lap time! That's his best yet. Anyway, we will take him to a nearby restaurant after the race.

Text 8

W: While we're visiting China, we must go and see the Great Wall.

M: Of course. But which part shall we go to? Some of it has been rebuilt. It looks impressive but it's not the same to me.

W: Why? I see no difference even if it's been rebuilt. It's just been repaired. It's not a new wall.

M: No, but you can see some parts where no work has been done—the wild wall. It's overgrown and shabby, but it is the evidence of history.

W: Well, I'd like to feel safe and I want to see it looking as if it was designed to look neat and tidy.

M: Looks like we disagree. Shall we not bother going?

W: Let's compromise. We'll walk along the wall that has been repaired until we come to the wild part, and then we'll try to see a bit of that as well.

M: Sounds like a plan.

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W: Did you see that guy with the skateboard?

M: Yeah, he managed to slide down a full flight of stairs. How impressive!

W: I used to want to skateboard, but my mom said it was too dangerous. I think my dad would support me, though.

M: Did you ever have a skateboard?

W: I did, but my little brother was envious because he wasn't allowed one, so he told our parents what I had done. My mom took it off me and gave it away.

M: That's a shame. You could have been the greatest female skateboarder in the world.

W: Still could be. I could do with a career change. Maybe buy myself a skateboard and just start practicing every day.

M: I feel that you are not happy in that office. What's so bad about it?

W: It's not any one thing. It's just the general atmosphere in the office. There have been a lot of job cuts recently. Although the condition of the company isn't too bad, it's not a happy working environment.

M: Then you should quit. Jump before you are pushed. Give skateboarding a try.

W: That would be so funny, but I still want to work hard to see how things are going on. I like the interesting computer job here actually.

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OK everyone, gather round me. Make sure you're drinking plenty of juice and you're going to need it. Look, we started well and we got the first goal, but now we're two goals down. We have everything to play for in the second half. They've received a lot more yellow cards and they're playing aggressively, so they might get a man sent off if we are lucky. But let's not wait for that to happen. I want you to go out there and teach them a lesson they'll never forget. You're the home team. You're the better team. And I know you can come back from this. They've spent more money than us, but that doesn't make them a team. I know we've lost Paul because of his damaged knee, but we will never be beaten. You need to work together as a team. Track back when they're on the attack and attack them. Make sure you are passing the ball. Keep your head up to see where your teammates are. Right, the referee is about to blow the whistle. Good luck out there guys.