2 . What can we know about the man?

A．It is too late for him to learn English now.

B．He used to learn English well.

C．He has realized the importance of English.

3 . 假如你叫李华，在光明中学读书，在学习英语的过程中你遇到一些问题，想得到老师的帮助。现在你给英语老师写一封求助信，内容如下：
你在学习英语遇到的问题：
1．生词多，记忆有困难;
2．课文长，背诵不可能;
3．语法难，理解有障碍;
向老师寻求帮助：
1．讲解记单词的方法;
2．授课时慢一些;
3．介绍一些语法规律。
注意：1.词数100左右，可适当增加细节，使行文连贯;

2.信的开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。

Dear teacher，

I’m Li Hua. I’m writing a letter to you to ask for some help.

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Yours sincerely，

                                                                                                  Li Hua

5 . When people ask about my journey of learning Cantonese, I recount a path fueled by endless curiosity and a strong desire to connect with a lively culture.

Growing up in a Russian family, my interest in languages blossomed thanks to my father, who was a language enthusiast. It was during a cultural appreciation class in junior high that I was first introduced to Hong Kong films, famous for their characteristic action-packed dramas and storytelling styles. However, what truly fascinated me was the uniqueness of the Cantonese language, sparking a deep urge within me to explore it and the rich culture it represents. This marked the start of an exciting linguistic adventure.

Learning Cantonese presented challenges, including unfamiliar characters, complex tones, and different grammar structures, yet I persevered. Immersed in textbooks and available online courses, I practiced the tones every day until my pronunciation flowed naturally. Cantonese dramas and music also played a role in familiarizing me with its rhythm.

To truly grasp the essence of Cantonese, I realized that self-study wasn’t enough—I needed firsthand experience. Thus, I took a gap year to journey to Hong Kong, a city featuring the lively heartbeat of Cantonese culture. Buried in its busy streets and daily conversations, from casual chats to food ordering, I found myself enveloped in a linguistic wonderland. Within a few months, my Cantonese skills grew rapidly, boosting my confidence significantly.

My explorations extended beyond the streets. I attended formal language classes that offered professional guidance. Through hard work, I successfully completed all the courses in Cantonese Linguistics. From then on, I’ve been passionately committed to spreading the Cantonese culture, ensuring its richness reaches a wider audience.

Today, I continue my Cantonese voyage with unflagging (无穷的) enthusiasm. It has transformed into more than just a linguistic pursuit; it gives me a passport to sincere connections, deep insights, and heartfelt admiration for its one-of-a-kind culture.

1. What truly inspired the author to learn Cantonese?

A．His teacher’s recommendation.	B．Influence of friends and family.
C．The uniqueness of the language.	D．His interest in Hong Kong films.

2. What’s the purpose of the author’s journey to Hong Kong?

A．To explore tourist attractions.	B．To pursue career opportunities.
C．To attend formal language classes.	D．To immerse himself in Cantonese culture.

3. Which words best describe the author’s personality?

A．Curious and creative.	B．Determined and adventurous.
C．Outgoing and helpful.	D．Tolerant and passionate.

4. What is the best title for the text?

A．Cantonese’s Charm	B．A Journey to Hong Kong
C．Embracing Cantonese	D．The Power of Curiosity

6 . How many languages can the woman speak up to now?

A．Two.

B．Three.

C．Four.

7 . What language did the woman grow up speaking?

A．German.

B．Italian.

C．French.

8 . One year ago, I paid no attention to English idioms, though my teacher told me about them again and again. But soon, the ________ of English idioms was shown in an amusing experience.

One day, I ________ to meet an Englishman on the road, and soon we began to talk. As I was talking about how I was studying English, the ________ seemed to be surprised.

Gently shaking his ________, and shrugging (耸) his shoulders, he said, “You don’t say!” I was ________. I thought perhaps this was not a proper ________. I had better change it. So I said to him, “Have you ever been to the Great Wall?” “Certainly, everyone back home will ________ me if I leave China without seeing it. It was amazing.” I continued, “The Great Wall is one of the ________ in the world. We are very proud of it.” But soon “You don’t say!” came to my ears again. I couldn’t ________ asking, “Why do you ask me not to talk about it?” “Well, I didn’t ask you to do so,” he answered, ________ surprised. I said, “Didn’t you say ‘You don’t say!’?” ________ this, the Englishman laughed to tears. He began to ________, “‘You don’t say!’ actually means ‘Really!’ It is a(n) ________ of surprise. Perhaps you don’t pay attention to English idioms.” Only then did I know I had made a ________ of myself. Since then I have been more ________ with idiomatic expressions.

1.

A．effect

B．importance

C．difference

D．source

2.

A．seemed

B．expected

C．wanted

D．happened

3.

A．foreigner

B．teacher

C．student

D．partner

4.

A．hand

B．arm

C．head

D．body

5.

A．worried

B．uneasy

C．curious

D．confused

6.

A．topic

B．style

C．opinion

D．image

7.

A．depend on

B．run after

C．laugh at

D．refer to

8.

A．facts

B．wonders

C．destinations

D．scenes

9.

A．believe

B．hope

C．doubt

D．help

10.

A．greatly

B．equally

C．hardly

D．nearly

11.

A．Finding

B．Feeling

C．Hearing

D．Noticing

12.

A．request

B．explain

C．complain

D．determine

13.

A．example

B．expression

C．factor

D．description

14.

A．sense

B．sign

C．mess

D．fool

15.

A．satisfied

B．anxious

C．careful

D．limited

9 . 听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1. Where is the man from?

A．Spain.

B．Japan.

C．France.

2. What does the woman think of his English?

A．Poor.

B．Very good.

C．Not so bad.

3. How long will he stay in England?

A．4 months.

B．2 months.

C．Less than 2 years.