这是高考优秀模拟试卷汇编第31套英语科的听力部分，该部分分为第一、第二两节。  听力考试正式开始。

第一节

M: What have you been up to lately, Sarah?

W: Well, I started a new job for I wanted to explore some new possibilities. What about you?

M: I have recently signed up for an online fitness course. It's exciting.

M: I saw posters around the neighborhood. What's going on?

W: There's a community celebration coming up this weekend, including a street fair with art workshops, board games and live performances.

W: Excuse me, I'd like to have my phone fixed. Could you please tell me your opening hours?

M: Certainly, we're open from nine am to six pm.

W: Thank you. I will arrive 10 minutes after you open tomorrow.

M: Dear, how's work today?

W: Not bad. Guess what? James from my department won first prize in the business project competition.

M: Wow, that's awesome. And what about Judy? You always say she's super hardworking and creative.

W: She didn't even enter. She just got promoted to manager.

M: How's your research paper going, Lena?

W: I've contacted a few local agencies and set up some interviews to collect data.

M: That's impressive. You clearly put in a lot of effort. I can't wait to see the final outcome.

第二节

听下面一段对话，回答第6至第7两个小题。

M: Have you handed in the permission form for the field trip?

W: Not yet, but I'm definitely going to do it tomorrow.

M: Make sure you submit it on time. It's due by this Friday.

W: Thanks for the reminder. Actually, I've never been to the natural science museum before.

M: Me neither. I just checked out their website page and a temporary exhibition called Wisdom of Plants caught my interest.

W: Cool. I'm really excited that they're inviting well-known researchers to give lectures on life and wellness. It sounds more interesting to me than the exhibition. I hope we're lucky enough to attend one.

听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。

W: I was reading about the Eiffel Tower and some other amazing historic sights. Have you ever been to any of them?

M: Actually, I went to the Palace Museum in Beijing last year. It was fantastic.

W: Wow, I haven't been there yet, but I visited the Colosseum in Rome last summer. It was full of wonder, like stepping back in time.

M: The Colosseum must be incredible. The history behind it is really rich. What did you find most engaging about it?

W: I was impressed by how skilfully it was built. It's hard to believe how people managed to construct it back then. The fact that it was used for fights and other public events makes it even more remarkable.

M: Absolutely. It really shows how brilliant the ancient Roman builders were.

听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。

W: Hey Sam, heard the news from Finland? Schools there are going back to paper textbooks.

M: Seriously, that's surprising. Why would they do that after using digital stuff for so long?

W: They're worried about screen effects on kids. Too much screen time can lead to health issues.

M: Tell me about it. After my eyes are on the screen all day, I can't sleep. My mind's all over the place.

W: Exactly. That's what Finland's thinking. They want to cut down on screen time.

M: Interesting. I guess there's a lot to be said for the old school way of learning. It's a more hands-on activity and you can't just switch to a game or something else.

W: And it's easier to fall asleep after reading a book since there's no screen to keep you awake.

M: True. Do you think our school should go back to printed books as well?

W: Worth a shot. Maybe not all in, but a mix could be great. It's healthier and our grades might improve, too.

M: Agree. Let's write to the school board. Time for a change.

听下面一段对话，回答第14至第17四个小题。

M: Ruby, thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to answer a few questions.

W: It's my pleasure.

M: Well, it's amazing that you've finished three bestsellers in just two years. How can you be so productive? People say you have a gift for managing your time. Is this your secret?

W: Not really. Every time I sit down to write, I feel like I'm entering a whole new world. It is like a treasure hunt, and maybe that excitement helps me unlock all my potential.

M: I see. Do you ever feel like you're lacking inspiration?

W: Absolutely I do. Many times I have tried to discuss with my friends, but that didn't work well. Now I prefer stepping away from my desk, either by taking a walk in the park or simply listening to light music. Sometimes inspiration comes from the most unexpected places.

M: There are young people out there who want to be writers like you. Do you have any advice for them?

W: Yes, write with passion and learn from other writers. But the most important thing is to be patient with your writing journey. Over time, your own voice will come through.

M: That's great advice. Thanks for sharing your ideas with us.

听下面一段独白，回答第18至第20三个小题。

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