福建省福安市第六中学2019届高三下学期第二次月考英语试题

福安市第六中学2018-2019高三下学期第二次月考试卷
英语试卷
(满分：150分时间：120分钟)
注意：所有答案必须答在答题卡上，在本试卷上作答无效。

第一部分听力（共两节，满分答20分）
第一节（共5小题，每小题1分，满分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 is the woman going to do this afternoon?
A. Eat out.
B. See a doctor.
C. Go shopping.
2. How does Henry feel now?
A. Proud.
B. Tired.
C. Grateful.
3. What did Fred do?
A. He travelled to Italy.
B. He offered Kate a ride.
C. He bought a new car.
4. What does the woman do?
A. She’s a salesperson.
B. She’s a librarian.
C. She’s a bank clerk.
5. What did Patrick do last Friday?
A. He moved to another place.
B. He sold his old apartment.
C. He went out with a friend.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15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。

听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7题。

6. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Strangers.
B. Classmates.
C. Co-workers.
7. Why is Sara worried?
A. She has problem preparing for a speech.
B. She knows nothing about British history.
C. She fails to finish her homework on time.
听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10题。

8. Who are the speakers?
A. Students.
B. Secretaries.
C. Teachers.
9. When will Ms. Kelly probably give the lecture?
A. On Tuesday.
B. On Wednesday.
C. On Friday.
10. What will the man probably do next?
A. Go on a trip.
B. Talk to Dr. Lee.
C. Start a research project.
听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13题。

11. What is the man doing?
A. Asking for directions.
B. Touring the city centre.
C. Talking to a friend.
12. What does the man decide to do?
A. Keep walking.
B. Get a taxi.
C. Wait for the bus.
13. How does the man feel at the end of the conversation?
A. Annoyed.
B. Excited.
C. Surprised.
听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17题。

14. What is “People You Meet”?
A. An office party.
B. A training course.
C. A radio program.
15. How many people does Mark’s office receive every year?
A. 100,000.
B. 200,000.
C. 500,000.
16. What do we know about Mark?
A. He is a team leader.
B. He was born in London.
C. He speaks thirteen languages.
17. What do Mark and his co-workers usually do to help people?
A. Show them around.
B. Plan tours for them.
C. Teach them English.
听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20题。

18. How long did the speaker and his family live in the downtown apartment?
A. 8 years.
B. 10 years.
C. 30 years.
19. What was the reason for the speaker’s unpleasant childhood?
A. Strict family rules.
B. Little chance to play outside.
C. Too much school work.
20. What does the speaker think of outdoor activities?
A. Colorless.
B. Dangerous.
C. Enjoyable.
第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）
A
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is America’s fifth largest city. Once a major American colonial city, it is the home of America’s first library, its first hospital, and its first zoo. Now it is also the first US city to be named a World Heritage City. On November 6, 2015, Philadelphia joined more than 260 other cities that have been recognized for their influence on the world. These cities include Paris, France, Florence, Italy, and Cairo, Egypt.
“Today marks the start of a new and exciting chapter in the history of Philadelphia,” remarked Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter when the announcement was made. “As a World Heritage City, Philadelphia is being officially recognized on the global stage for its wealth of contributions to the world.
To be named a World Heritage City, a city must be home to a UNESCO World Heritage site. UNESCO World Heritage sites are selected for their universal value and significance. For Philadelphia, the site is Independence Hall.
Independence Hall is where two of the most important documents in US history—the Declaration of Independence and the US Constitution—were adopted. The Declaration of Independence, approved on July
4, 1776, united the 13 former British colonies and declared them independent from British rule. The US Constitution, signed in 1787, established the American democratic system of government. A democracy is a system of government in which the people elect their leaders. The Constitution later spelled out the basic freedoms American citizens have.
Philadelphia Deputy Mayor Alan Greenberger says the ci ty’s selection as a World Heritage City also reflects its educational, cultural, and economic achievements. The city is home to dozens of colleges and universities, and many museums, such as the Philadelphia Museum of Art. “Philadelphia has rightfully earn ed its place as one of the greatest cities in the world.” Greenberger says.
21. We can learn from Paragraph 1 that Philadelphia ________.
A. has contributed a lot to the global economy
B. has been famous as a World Heritage City
C. has the best American hospital
D. is known for many America’s firsts
22. In Paragraph 2, Michael Nutter is talking about _________.
A. the World Heritage City
B. the history of Philadelphia
C. the significance of the city’s selection
D. the contributions of the city
23. What opinion does Alan Greenberger hold?
A. The city really deserves the honor.
B. The honor will bring the city a better future.
C. It won’t be long before the city takes off.
D. It’s easy for t he city to win the honor.
24. What could be the best title for the text?
A. Philadelphia Makes a Difference
B. Philadelphia Makes History
C. Philadelphia Develops a Lot
D. Philadelphia Wins Global Respect
B
Thomas Hardy, probably the most searching and knowledgeable novelist of our time, was born on June 2, 1840, in Dorsetshire, England. He died on January 11, 1928. In his youth, Hardy read much and dreamt of becoming a poet, but he studied and practiced architecture as an assistant to a London architect, winning a prize for design. The fine descriptions of structure in his novels were probably somewhat due to his architectural training.
For five years he worked hard to practise writing poetry, but when he was twenty-seven, Hardy turned to fiction. His first story was accepted two years later, but upon the advice of George Meredith he decided not to publish it. His first novel, Desperate Remedies, appeared in 1871. During the next twenty-five years he published fourteen novels and two collections of short stories.
Under the Greenwood Tree (1872) he never surpassed (超越) in happy and delicate perfection of art. This and his next novel, A pair of Blue Eyes (1873), begin to show deep irony (讽刺) which is so obvious throughout Hardy’s writings.
Far from the madding Crowd(1874) was his first popular success. In it is shown Hardy’s amazing power of describing nature as symbolic background for his characters, an organic part of the action of his story. This was the earliest of what he called his novels of character and environment, which included The Return of the Native, Tess of D’Urbervilles, his masterpiece, and Jude the Obscure.Not until he was fifty-eight years old was his first collection of poems published, and he was sixty-four when the first part of The Dymats, surprised the literary world.
25. What is Thomas Hardy’s Under the Greenwood Tree considered to be?
A. One of his masterworks.
B. One of his best collections of poems.
C. His best novel in perfection of art.
D. His first popular success.
26. Which of the following is one of his novels of character and environment?
A. Desperate Remedies.
B. A pair of Blue Eyes.
C. Tess of D’Urbervilles
D. The Dymats.
27.What type of writing is this text?
A.A biography.
B. A book review.
C. A novel.
D. A news report.
C
Running is often tiring and a lot of hard work, but nothing beats the feeling you get after finishing a long workout around the track.
But while it’s long been believed that endorphins (脑内啡）—chemicals in the body that cause happiness — are behind the so-called “runner’s high”, a study suggested that there may be more to this phenomenon than we previously knew.
According to a recent study published by a group of scientists from several German universities, a group of chemicals called endocannabinoids (内源性大麻素）may actually be responsible for this familiar great feeling.
To test this theory, the scientists turned to mice.
Both mice and humans release high levels of endorphins and endocannabinoids after exercise, along
with many other chemicals. After exercising on running wheels, the mice seemed happy and relaxed and displayed no signs of anxiety.
But after being given a drug to block their endorphins they change. However, when their endocannabinoids were block with a different drug, their runner’s high symptoms seemed to fade.
“The long-held notion of endorphins being responsible for the runner's high is false. Endorphins are effective pain relievers, but only when it comes to the pain in your body and muscles you feel after working out,” Patrick Lucas Austin wrote on science blog Lifchacker.
Similar studies are yet to be carried out on humans, but it’s already well known that exercise is a highly effective way to get rid of stress or anxiety.
The UK's National Health Service even prescribes (开药方) exercise to patients who are suffering from depression.
“Being depressed can leave you feeling low in energy, which might put you off being more active. Regular exercise can boost your mood if you have depression, and it's especially useful for people with mild to moderate (中等的) depression,” it wrote on its website.
It seems like nothing can beat that feeling we get after a good workout, even if we don’t fully understand where it comes from. At least if we’re feeling down, we know that all we have to do is put on our running shoes.
28. What did scientists from German universities recently discover?
A. Working out is a highly effective way to treat depression.
B. The runner's high could be caused by endocannabinoids.
C. Endorphins may contribute to one's high spirits after running.
D. The level of endorphins and endocannabinoids could affect one's mood.
29. The scientists gave mice drugs in their experiment to______.
A. find what reduces the runner's high symptoms
B. see the specific symptoms of the runner's high
C. identify what is responsible for the runner's high
D. test what influences the level of endocannabinoids released
30. The underlined word “notion” in Paragraph 7 has t he closest meaning to______.
A. effect
B. goal
C. question
D. belief
31. According to the UK’s National Health Service, regular workouts .
A. are the best way to treat depression
B. can help ease depression symptoms
C. only work for those with serious depression
D. can help people completely recover from depression
D
For many foreigners who have visited or worked in China, one of their strong impressions is that the country is very safe. Here, you can go out alone late at night to eat at a food stand without feeling nervous. You can also let your younger children ride public transport all by themselves without worrying about their safety.
This year, 2018, marks a special anniversary of the launching of the reform and opening up policy, which took place two score years ago in China. Over the past few decades, the country has achieved fast economic growth, while social peace and stability have been maintained (维护) to the fullest extent at the lowest cost. Of course, there are still unsolved problems. However, from the overall aspect, Chinese society remains harmonious and safe. In my eyes , this should be attributed (归于) largely to the cultural, economic and political environment of the country.
A society can be stable and orderly only when its people can lead a prosperous (繁荣的) life. After the introduction of the reform and opening up policy, China achieved fast economic growth and significant scientific and technological progress. In the meantime, the Chinese government has taken various measures such as those to fight corruption, reduce poverty and promote the rule of law, in order to uphold social equity. Thanks to these efforts, the potential factors that might cause social problems have been greatly reduced.
Apart from government departments including the police and judicial (司法的) departments , the general public also contributes much to social governance. The development of information technology has created new ways of linking the police and the public. By jointly fighting crimes in such ways, the public and the police have developed an ever-increasing level of mutual trust and positive interaction.
The safety and stability in China did not come easily. Rather; it should be attributed to the efforts made by 1.3 billion people. For both Chinese and foreigners living in the country, the sense of safety and security is very precious.
32. The main idea of the passage is that .
A. China has achieved fast economic growth and people are becoming rich
B. the Chinese government has taken various measures to fight social problems
C. the police and judicial departments work more effectively to maintain social stability
D. various factors contribute to the stability and safety of present China
33. In which year was the reform and opening up policy launched in China?
A. In 1968.
B. In 1978.
C. In 1988.
D. In 2008.
34. Which of the following can be concluded according to the passage?
A. Most foreigners lack a sense of safety when staying in China.
B. Government departments play an important role in keeping social peace and stability.
C. People’s prosperous life in a country can lead to a stable and orderly society.
D. Four basic reasons are listed throughout the passage for China’s stability and safety.
35. What is the tone of the text?
A. Negative.
B. Positive.
C. Humorous.
D. Doubtful.
第二节.（共5小題; 每小題2分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。

选项中有两项为多余选项。

Many of us deal with the rush every morning in preparation for work or school, but it doesn't have to be this way. With a little time management, these steps can help you cut down on your morning stress.
Create an evening preparation routine.
36 These simple tasks will take you less than 30 minutes to complete each evening and will you a huge headache every morning.
Get a good night's sleep.
Make sure you start winding down for bed at a reasonable hour to allow enough time for a healthy night's sleep. 37 If needed, set a bedtime reminder alarm on your alarm clock. Always keep the temperature in your bedroom comfortably cool.
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An extra 30 minutes in the morning will make a difference. As long as you go to bed on time, waking up 30 minutes earlier should seem natural after just a few days. Use this time to think, shower and eat breakfast.
Plan a realistic day.
Writing things down means you don't have to worry about forgetting to do them. 39
Write down anything that cannot be put off to the following day.
40
Getting up to face a new day is far more satisfying when you have something to look forward to. Make sure you manage your time better so that you have time to do something you love on a daily basis.
A. Morning stress is very common.
B. Schedule something you love daily.
C. Never fill your mind with unnecessary worries.
D. Make a summary of what you did in the daytime.
E. Wake up 30 minutes earlier.
F. Iron your clothes, locate your keys, plan a nutritious breakfast, etc.
G. Most people require seven to eight hours' sleep each night.
第三部分：语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
I realize that we all live in a world where trust is in short supply. It seems that everywhere I go, I have to 41 my identity and trustworthiness—whether it's a bank, shop or any office. I have been accustomed to living by the 42 that no one is trustworthy 43 proved otherwise. Yesterday l saw a young man who lived by a totally 44 rule.
I was walking along a busy intersection when I 45 a young man standing near the pedestrian crossing setting up a stall（货摊）. 46 I would ignore and hurry past such sellers. But I noticed this young man was 47 , so I stood for some time without crossing the street to see how he sold his 48 .
Soon, a young mother with a little boy came by and the child set his 49 on one of teddy bears .The mother asked the 50 and it was only one dollar. She pulled out a 10 dollar note and told the young man that she was giving him 10 dollars and wanted the 51 back. I was 52 to know how he was going to do it. He told the mom to put the 53 in the pouch（袋子）hanging around his neck and take out whatever change he 54 her .
I realized that this young man's whole mode of earning 55 on trusting people not to cheat him .There was no 56 for him to know if someone took out more out of his pouch of earning. I was so 57 by how this young man trusted people that I bought a car model from him. I did not need it,
58 , I just hoped to help a little.
Now I 59 believe that the world would be a better place if we could all learn to 60 others more, like the young blind street seller of toys .
41. A. introduce B. present C. prove D. request
42. A. rule B. habit C. practice D. law
43. A. if B. since C. although D. unless
44. A. similar B. different C. special D. common
45. A. approached B. noticed C. watched D. looked
46. A. Actually B. Normally C. Informally D. Casually
47. A. blind B. handsome C. disabled D. strange
48. A. clothes B. bears C. toys D. pouches
49. A. mind B. interest C. heart D. attraction
50. A. price B. stall C. toy D. help
51. A. money B. charge C. change D. note
52. A. anxious B. surprised C. pleased D. curious
53. A. hand B. money C. teddy bear D. necklace
54. A. gave B. owed C. owned D. showed
55. A. depended B. settled C. decided D. focused
56. A. problem B. point C. way D. doubt
57. A. attracted B. shocked C. excited D. touched
58. A. either B. instead C. moreover D. though
59. A. firmly B. tightly C. unwillingly D. negatively
60. A. take in B. turn to C. help out D. believe in
第二节（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（不多于三个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。

Like all big cities, Paris has a traffic problem: lots of cars, traffic jams and pollution from exhaust fumes (废气). So since 2007, the city 61 (begin) a plan to improve the situation.
Under the Velib scheme (公共自行车计划), people can take a bicycle, use it as long as they want, and then leave it at the same or another bicycle station. The first half-hour is free, 62
if you don’t return it after 30minutes, you have to pay. It’s only $1 or $29 a year. The bicycles are as heavy as 25 kilograms, and they’re all grey and have 63 (basket). There’re a large number of them in the city, and the bicycle stations are more than the subway stations!
Paris isn’t the first city 64 (operate) a scheme like this. One Parisian (巴黎人) said, “These bicycles are only suitable 65 short journeys. If people want to travel across the city, they won’t use a bicycle--they’ll still use their cars.”
A city spokesman said, “The bicycle scheme won’t solve all our traffic problems, but it might work in
66 (reduce) air pollution. Traffic, together with factory fumes, 67 (be) a big problem. Everyone knows about global warming and dramatic climate changes---we know this is partly because rainforests are 68 (gradual) disappearing. And it’s also because there’s so much pollution. There aren’t any simple answers to traffic problems and pollution in cities, but the bicycles might help people lead a healthier life. 69 we do something now, there’ll be more traffic jams and temperatures will continue to rise, so the problems in our environment will get even 70 (bad).”
第四部分：写作（共两节，满分35分）
第一节短文改错(满分10分)
短文中共有10处错误，错误涉及一个词的增加、删除或修改。

增加：在缺词处加一个漏词符号(∧)，并在此符号下面写出该加的词。

删除：把多余的词用斜线( \ )划掉。

修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词的下面写出修改后的词。

注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。

Mao Zhaomu drop out of high school several years ago. Now the self-taught English learner has been admitted to one of China’s top foreign language university. Sichuan International Studies University, that he used to deliver food to students. Mao once worked a delivery man for a restaurant, and he chatted happy with English learners online during her spare time. There were much grammatical mistakes, but that didn’t prevent him from chatting. To seize every chance to study English. he would memorize words while wait for customers. Mao said that how he hoped very much to become an interpreter. Whoever have a dream and dares to seek it is the loveliest person.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
在成长的过程中，我们总是对未来的职业充满憧憬。

近期你班将以“My Dream Career” 为题举行
演讲比赛。

请你根据以下要求写一篇英语演讲稿，内容包括：
1. 你的理想职业；
2. 选择它的理由；
3. 实现的途径。

注意：
1. 词数100词左右；
2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数；
3. 可根据内容要点适当发挥，以使行文连贯。

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2019届福安市第六中学高三下第二次月考试卷英语参考答案第一部分：听力( 共两节, 满分20分)
1—5 CBCBA 6—10 BACAB 11—15 ABACC 16—20 ABABC
第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）
21-24 DCAB 25-27 CC A 28-31 BCDB 32-35 DBCB 36-40FGECB 第三部分：语言知识运用（共两节，满分40分）
第一节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
41.C 42.A 43.D 44.B 45.B 46.B 47.A 48.C 49.C 50.A
51.C 52.D 53.B 54.B 55.A 56.C 57.D 58.D 59.A 60.D
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分；满分15分）
1.has begun
2. but 或yet
3. baskets
4. to operate
5. for
6.reducing
7. is
8. gradually
9. Unless 10. worse
短文改错(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
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dropped
English learner has been admitted to one of China’s top foreign language university.
universities Sichuan International Studies University, that he used to deliver food to students. Mao
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learners online during her spare time. There were much grammatical mistakes, but that
his many
didn’t prevent him from chatting. To seize every chance to study English. he would memorize words while wait for customers. Mao said that how he hoped very much to
waiting 删去
become an interpreter. Whoever have a dream and dares to seek it is the loveliest person.
has
书面表达
My Dream Career
Good morning, everyone! Today, please allow me to deliver a brief speech on the career I will take up in the future. Undoubtedly, I have great expectations for the future job as everyone else does. My dream career is to be a tour guide.
Since my early age, I have been admiring tour guides who travel worldwide, enjoying the spectacular scenery, appreciating different cultures and enriching their life experience at the same time. Besides, this career is financially rewarding as well so that I can live a well-off life. Additionally, I will have more opportunities to meet people from all walks of life, which is both challenging and interesting.
To be a good guide is no easy job, for it requires years of practice and continual learning. It is the wide range of knowledge, professionalism and dedication that make a highly qualified tour guide. Therefore, my dream can’t be fulfilled without industrious work to pave the way.
Thanks you for listening!
听力原文
Text 1
M: Sorry about the broken plate, Mary，I was so careless just now.
W: It’s okay. I’m glad you didn’t get hurt. We’ll get some new ones at the supermarket this afternoon. So don’t worry about it.
Text 2
W: Hi, Henry. I heard you’ve travelled a lot recently.
M: Yeah, I just came back from Africa.
W: Well, I really envy you.
M: You won’t if you know how tiring it was. Now, I just want to take a break. A long break.
Text 3
W: Hi, John. What’s new?
M: Hi, Kate. Nothing too much with me, but you ought to see Fred’s new car.
W: So, he finally got that Italian sports car…
M: He sure did. I can hardly wait to go for a ride in it.
Text 4
M: Hi, I’d like to apply for a card to borrow books.
W: Okay, please fill out this form.
M: All right... All done.
W: Well, now please sign the card.
Text 5
W: Patrick moved out last Friday. He’s now living in a nice and quiet neighborhood.
M: Yes, I heard about it. I wonder if he’s paying more for the new apartment. Anyway, he must be very glad to live this noisy place.
Text 6
M: Hi, Sara. How’s your speech for Professor Grey’s class next Monday?
W: Actually, I’m a bit worried.
M: Why should you? What’s going on?
W: You know...what I chose to talk about is British history.
M: Really? That is a big topic.
W: Yes. There are so many things to cover. I just can’t see how to do it in a three-minute speech.
Text 7
M: Polly, Ms. Kelly has agreed to come and give a talk about international relations next week. When do you think we can fit her lecture in?
W: That’s great, Nick. What about Friday afternoon, then?
M: I’m afraid some students are planning to go on a trip. Maybe we can have it on Wednesday afternoon. W: No, that’s not possible either. Most students are having group activities for their research projects. Well, I have an idea. I have a class on Tuesday afternoon, and probably Ms. Kelly can use my time.
M: That’s possible. But I have to speak to Dr. Li about that, and you should also talk to the students about
the change.
W: Oh, yes. I’ll certainly do that.
Text 8
M: Excuse me, I’m trying to get to the Spring Gardens. Is it far from here?
W: Spring Gardens? No, it’s not this way. It’s in the city centre.
M: Is it? Oh, no! Someone told me it was this way.
W: No, no. It’s not this way. You want to go down there.
M: Yes, okay…down there.
W: Yep. Then, turn left, okay?
M: Left...
W: Yep, then right — first street on your right.
M: Right.
W: Then straight on, keep walking…
M: Oh, I’m lost! It sounds really difficult. Um, could I get a taxi anywhere near here?
W: It’s not so far. You just walk to the corner of the street or over the nex t block. There are buses that can take you there.
M: Well, it’s starting to rain. I think I’ll get a taxi. Thanks, anyway.
W: That’s okay. Lots of taxis go this way.
M: I’m getting wet. What a day!
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W: Hello, welcome to this week’s “People You Meet”. Today, we present to you Mark Leach, an information officer in London.
M: Hi, everyone. My name’s Mark Leach. I’m an information officer at the Britain Business Center, which is a tourist office for the British Tourist Board in London. Here, we offer a tourist information service to mainly visitors from overseas. And each year, we have about 500,000 people come to the office.
W: Wow, that’s a large number of people. How do you manage to meet the needs of so many people?
M: I’m in charge of an informat ion team. The team has about ten officers who give tourist information directly over the counter to visitors. We speak a total of thirteen languages altogether.
W: That’s pretty cool! So, what exactly do you do every day?
M: Well, we act as a one-stop shop for anyone who wants to come in. So, it could be that they want a day-trip from London, which is a very popular request. And we can offer suggestions of where to go and how to get there. If people want a two-week tour of Britain, we can plan out exactly where to visit, what roads to take.
W: So, do you have any suggestions for people coming to Britain?
M: A good suggestion is to see as much as you can, but try to come back again and again to see different parts of the country. Because in that way, you’ll r eally experience it.
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M: Right! Next, I’ll tell you something about my childhood. Although we have always lived in the same city, my family and I moved a lot since I was old enough to remember. We don’t have our own house. We have always rented them. For eight years, we lived downtown in a large 10-story building with no less than 30 apartments in it. The conditions were very good. But on the other hand, we had a lot of problems. Imagine how difficult and colorless life was for a nine-year-old boy, full of life, having no place to play freely. No sun, no open air, no football games. School’s from 7:30 to noon and the afternoon’s spent in a room studying, reading, or playing indoor games with a friend or two. No outdoor activities because the streets were too dangerous, and the parents much too afraid to let a young boy go out. How I wished for the weekends to come. I could then burst out with joy and happiness when we went out for a visit to some friends or relatives, a picnic, or even a car ride. I think that’s one of the reasons why I became such a strong nature lover.。