2 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. What kind of ticket has the man bought?

A．A first-class one.

B．A second-class one.

C．A business-class one.

2. What is free on the train?

A．Meals.

B．Snacks.

C．Coffee.

3. When should the man reach the train station?

A．Before 8:30 am.

B．At 9:00 am.

C．After 9:00 am.

3 . 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 C919, China’s first domestically     1     (produce) a large passenger aircraft, departed from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport for Beijing Capital International Airport at 10:32 am on Sunday,     2     (mark) its first commercial flight. This aircraft     3    (develop) by Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China,     4     a seal shaped logo painted on it, and Chinese characters “quanqiu shou jia, meaning the world’s first C919. This aircraft MU 9191 is operated by China Eastern Airlines. There are approximately 130 passengers on board. The flight time is approximately 2 hours and 25 minutes.

The C919 project was launched in 2007. The first C919 aircraft rolled off the production line in Shanghai in November 2015. The plane conducted a successful maiden flight in 2017. In recent years the C919     5     (go) through tests in various types of extreme natural environments including high temperature, high humidity, severe cold, gusts and freeze. The aircraft obtained     6     production certificate on November 29,2022,     7    means that the model can enter mass production. On December 9, 2022, the first C919 aircraft was delivered to     8     (it) first customer, China Eastern Airlines. According to data from the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Science and Technology, as of the end of 2022,C919 has received 1035     9     (order) from 32 customers. The successful development of theC919 indicates China’s ability to     10     (dependent) develop large passenger aircraft.

4 . Steam trains paved the way for modern-day transportation, but just how much do you know about them?

The roots of steam trains can be traced back to the 18th century when the Scottish engineer James Watt improved steam engine technology. Watt’s improvements significantly enhanced the efficiency of steam engines. This breakthrough paved the way for the application of steam power in various industries, marking the beginning of the Industrial Revolution. As the 19th century started, George Stephenson used the power of steam to power locomotives (火车头), telling the age of steam-powered transportation.

Steam trains played a vital role in transforming the world into a connected network of nations. The completion of the Transcontinental Railroad in the United States in 1869 marked a historic moment, as steam locomotives linked the East and West coasts, reducing travel time and expanding economic, opportunities.

Similarly, the Orient Express in Europe became a symbol of luxury and international travel, carrying passengers from Paris to Istanbul in a quick way. The rhythmic sound of wheels on rails echoed (回响) through diverse landscapes, from the dry deserts of Australia to the snowy expanses of Siberia, as steam trains formed paths of connectivity across continents. During times of war, the role of steam trains extended to soldier transportation.

While steam trains led the railway landscape for over a century, the mid-20th century witnessed the arrival of electric and diesel locomotives, claiming greater efficiency and lower operational costs, and signaling a transformative shift.

As steam trains were not mainstream transportation, enthusiasts worldwide have preserved and restored steam locomotives, ensuring that these classic engine s continue to attract new generations with their nostalgic (怀旧的) charm, and that their stories continue to be told for ages to come.

For Heritage railways, they dedicate to the restoration and operation of classic steam locomotives. From the Bluebell Railway in England to the Strasburg Rail Road in the United States, these living museums allow modern-day travelers to experience the magic of steam travel. Riding the polished carriages and hearing the distinctive whistle, visitors experience a sensory voyage, connecting with a time when steam trains were the heartbeat of progress and adventure.

1. What marks the beginning of the Industrial Revolution?

A．Rapid expansion of railways.	B．Advance of steam locomotives.
C．Great efficiency of transportation.	D．The use of steam power in industries.

2. What does the author intend to do in paragraph 4?

A．Summarize the previous paragraphs.	B．Add more facts to the role of steam trains.
C．Share a historic moment.	D．Introduce the Orient Express.

3. How do Heritage railways react to the decline of steam trains?

A．They welcome the arrival of electric engines.	B．They insist on using steam trains.
C．They offer a journey back in time.	D．They prefer to improve steam engines.

4. Where is the text probably taken from?

A．A travel guide.

B．A book review.

C．A history paper.

D．A newspaper report.