2023合肥庐江县高二下学期期末教学质量抽测英语试题无答案

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庐江县2022/2023学年度第二学期期末教学质量抽测
高二英语试题
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. Who speaks Spanish the fastest?
A. Sally. B. Ryan. C. Howard.
2. Where is the man’s son studying?
A. In Vancouver. B. In New York. C. In Seattle.
3. What is the woman doing?
A. Shopping for clothes. B. Coloring a painting. C. Hanging a mirror.
4. How will the woman probably go to the airport!
A. By taxi. B. By bus. C. By subway.
5. What does the woman want to know about New Scientist?
A. Whether it is interesting. B. Whether it is hard to follow.
C. Whether it is issued every week.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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6、7题。
6. What does the man want to do now?
A. Go to sleep. B. Take a hot bath. C. Have his room cleaned.
7. At what time will the woman clean the room tomorrow?
A. 7:30 am. B. 8:00 am. C. 8:30 am.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What industry is the boy interested in?
A. Food. B. Skateboarding. C. Clothes.
9. What does the woman ask the boy to do first?
A. Make his own T-shirts. B. Write a business plan.
C. Talk with his father.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. Why do most pubs have signs hanging outside?
A. To help travelers find them easily. B. To attract more customers to come in.
C. To make the pubs look more beautiful.
11. Whats special about the man’s pub?
A. It offers free drinks. B. It sells different kinds of beers.
C. It produces its own beer.
12. Where does the conversation take place?
A. In a wine company. B. In a pub. C. In a talk show.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What is Gregorio?
A. A snake trainer. B. A snake doctor. C. A snake catcher.
14. What color jacket does Gregorio wear?
A. Purple. B. Green. C. Yellow.
15. In what sport did Georgina become world champion?
A. Tennis. B. Arm wrestling. C. Yo-Yo.
16. Where is Brian Melford sitting?
A. Next to the fireplace. B. By the window. C. At the table.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. When were the Beatles formed?
A. In 1956. B. In 1962. C. In 1968.
18. What kind of music did the Beatles play?
A. Jazz. B. Indian. C. Pop.
19. Who was the drummen of the group?
A. George Harrison. B. Ringo Starr. C. John Lennon.
20. What is the word “Beatlemania” used to describe?
A. The fans. B. The movies. C. The fashion.
第二部分 阅读理解（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，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Beach tents that maximize shade and privacy
Gorich Beach Tent
$39.99-$99.99 at Amazon
Silver-coated fabric ensures that this beach tent can protect you from the sun while resisting UV(紫外线的) damage on your beach day. There’s plenty of space for everyone.
·Occupancy: 3-6 people
·Color Options: Blue, green, orange, bright blue, silver
WhiteFang Sun Shade Shelter
$31.99-$49.99 at Amazon
Our top pick for the best beach tent of the year goes to WhiteFang Sun Shade Shelter. The tent is excellent at providing shelter from the sun’s UV rays. The tent is equipped with three sandbags, eight steel stakes(钢桩), six sand stakes and guy lines to ensure it stays put.
·Occupancy: 3 people
·Color Options: White, green, mint green, blue, light blue
Sun Ninja Pop Up Beach Canopy
$82.95-$127.80 at Amazon; $82.99-$127.80 at Walmart
It’s ideal for a family or a group of friends who don’t feel like ducking into a tent whenever they want a break from the sun’s UV rays. To set it up, lay out the tent on the ground, and fill the sacks with sand. While the canopy is water-repellent(防水的) and will work well in a light wind, it won’t offer protection in a heavy downpour or strong winds.
·Occupancy: 8 people
·Color Options: Green, dark blue, deep bright blue, greenish-blue
Monobeach Baby Beach Tent
$28.76 at Amazon
This lovely baby beach tent is made for babies under the age of 3. It features a mini poo that sits in the sand and can be filled with water to give your little one a place to safely splash around. A UV-protected sun shade keeps the sun away, which is nice if you don't want to keep applying sunscreen.
·Occupancy: 1 person
·Color Options: Blue
21. Which tent comes in light blue?
A. Gorich Beach Tent. B. WhiteFang Sun Shade Shelter.
C. Sun Ninja Pop Up Beach Canopy. D. Monobeach Baby Beach Tent
22. What is a disadvantage of the Sun Ninja Pop Up Beach Canopy?
A. It is hard to set up. B. It can’t be used by many people.
C. It is rather too expensive. D. It doesn’t function in a storm.
23. What do the four tents have in common?
A. They can hold at least two people. B. They are available only at Amazon.
C. They can protect people from strong sunlight. D. They are popular for different colors and sizes
B
Shizo Kanakuri, known as the “father of the Japanese marathon”, was one of only two Japanese athletes to compete in the 1912 Stockholn Olympics. The media gave little attention and the government did not cover athletes’ travel costs. As a result, Kanakuri’s fellow college students organized a nationwide fundraiser(资金筹集活动) to collect money.
The trip to Sweden took 18 days, first by ship and then by the Trans-Siberian Railway. At stations, whenever the train stopped, Kanakuri would jump for a quick workout before hurriedly getting on the train again. The difficult journey had taken its toll, and when he finally arrived in Sweden, he discovered that the local food didn’t agree with his stomach. To make matters worse, Kanakuri’s coach had to stay in bed due to a serious disease which prevented him from giving two athletes, including Kanakuri, enough pre-race training.
On the day of the race, the heat was scorching(灼热的). One Portuguese runner was hospitalized and died the next day, the first reported death during the Olympics. About halfway into the race, suffering from the heat, Kanakuri stopped at a house and asked the locals for a glass of water. After drinking, Kanakuri lay down and against his better judgment fell asleep. When he woke up, it was the next morning.
Kanakuri wrote in his journal the next day, “It’s the morning after my defeat. My heart is aching with regret for the rest of my life. I was a weak quitter.” Kanakuri did not tell the race officials, and quietly returned to Japan, thus many people thought he “disappeared” in the middle of the race.
Once back in his country, Kanakuri renewed training and determined to race again in the future. In 1967, Kanakuri returned to Stockholm and finished the race. When he finally crossed the finish line, his time was announced as 54 years 8 months 6 days 5 hours 32 minutes 20.3 seconds. Kanakuri joked, “It was a long trip. Along the way, I got married, had six children and 10 grandchildren.”
24. What happened to Kanakuri during his first journey to Sweden?
A. He was exposed by national media. B. He fell ill due to the local climate.
C. He tried his best to keep training. D. He was sponsored by the government.
25. Which of the following best explains “had taken its toll” underlined in paragraph 2?
A. Had had a bad effect on him. B. Had aroused his will to fight.
C. Had given him a chance. D. Had come to an end.
26. How did Kanakuri feel about his first race in Sweden?
A. Ashamed. B. Touched. C. Excited. D. Confused.
27. What can we learn from this story?
A. Pride hurts, modesty benefits. B. Failure is the mother of success.
C. Interest is the best teacher. D. Practice makes perfect.
C
Trees don’t look at the calendar to see when spring arrives, but they seem to know when spring is here better than we do. The annual shift from winter to spring is a breathtaking event to watch as leaves become green and a lush(苍翠的) environment reveals itself. Recently a research takes a look at why trees in cities are turning green earlier than expected.
Scientists use satellite imagery to see when plants turn green. By comparing spring green ups in the 85 largest US cities, scientists found that on average trees start to turn green nine days earlier in cities due to the combined effect of artificial lights and urban heat effect.
According to the findings, one of the reasons is the artificial light. City lights brightening the night skies, billboard signs lit up on roadways and car headlights all contribute to shifting the regular day to night cycle that plants and trees rely on. In order to stay alive during cruel winters, trees hit the pause button on their growth. Since temperatures can vary dramatically throughout the winter, the length of daylight is the signal trees look for to safely start growing again and turn green.
On average cities are typically 1.8 to 5.4F warmer than rural areas. This is known as the urban heat island effect. The changes in city environments may affect seasonal changes even more than climate warming and mosquito season, water cycles, and also affect pollinators(授粉媒介).
Despite the worries and concern, it isn’t all bad news. “With a longer growing season, trees would be able to absorb more carbon dioxide,” A researcher said. “Hopefully they’d have a longer period to do the cooling effect that can help relieve the urban heating effect in cities.”
28. What is the purpose of the text?
A. To reveal how trees survive bitter winters.
B. To warn how human activities disturb nature.
C. To explain why trees turn green earlier in cities.
D. To clarify how trees turning green earlier benefits cities.
29. How did the scientists conduct their research?
A. Bringing out urban heat island effect.
B. Comparing the green-up time in sample cities.
C. Allowing the city environment to reveal itself.
D. Developing pictures shot by the satellite.
30. Which of the following elements contributes to trees turning green earlier?
A. Plant pollinators. B. Water cycle. C. Road signs. D. Street lamps.
31. In which section of a website can the text be found?
A. Environment. B. Education. C. Entertainment. D. Business.
D
Pineapples(菠萝) were so popular in colonial(殖民的) times that people would rent them for a day to use as a party decoration. Yes, at one point in history, the pineapple was too expensive to eat. Even today, fake pineapples are seen to be used as decorations, while images and carvings of the fruit often appear in historic buildings. Where did pineapple get its status?
Early in the colonial era, explorers (including Christopher Columbus) brought rare crops back to Europe. Pineapples were among those imports. But the pineapple couldn’t grow in European climates. Planting the fruit, even in the controlled environment of a hothouse, was extremely formidable. Still, the rich liked the taste of the fruit so much that they were willing to pay a high price to get their hands on one, which had to be imported from across the Atlantic Ocean.
In the 17th century, only extremely wealthy people could afford pineapples. Royals enjoyed eating the sweet fruit, which represented their great fortunes and social status. King Charles Ⅱ, who ruled England until 1685, posed with a pineapple for one of his official portraits(肖像). The treat also was in demand in colonial America. George Washington praised the fruit in his diary and said, “None pleases my tastes like the pineapple.”
What did the high demand mean for the price? In today’s money, a George Washington-era pineapple would cost as much as $8000. Similar price tags were also recorded in Europe.
Because of their shortage and price, pineapples were originally served only to most-honored guests. That idea was translated into pineapple images so that those who couldn’t afford the fruit itself could still share the idea. Towns inns and even individual households would display pictures or carvings of the fruit to convey a sense of welcoming. This cultural meaning continues to this day. For example pineapples are sometimes included in housewarming fruit baskets. Several hotels use pineapples in their branding, including Preferred Hotels & Resorts and the Staypineapple collection of boutique hotels.
32. What can be inferred about pineapples from the first paragraph?
A. They’ve been used to make cakes for centuries.
B. They enjoyed huge popularity in history.
C. They originally lacked a good mouthfeel.
D. They appeared as common food on dinner tables.
33. What does the underlined word “formidable” in paragraph 2 probably mean?
A. Necessary. B. Rewarding. C. Difficult. D. Practical.
34. What happened to pineapples in the 17th century?
A. They symbolized wealth and nobility. B. They were introduced to America.
C. They were merely served to royal families. D. They were improved to meet the great demand.
35. What is mainly talked about in the last paragraph?
A. The change in pineapple consumption groups.
B. The wide application of the pineapple images.
C. Pineapples' symbolic meaning in modern days.
D. Pineapples cultural meaning.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Sometimes dealing with your negative emotions can be challenging. When life is stressful, it’s very easy to give in to feelings of anger or depression. 36 Here are some ways that car help you better deal with a wide range of negative emotions.
·Acknowledge your feelings.
Dealing with negative emotions can be difficult. But it’s important to allow yourself to experience those emotions, as suppressing(抑制) them can cause stress. 37 For example, if you are feeling nervous, ask yourself, “What am I afraid of?” Acknowledging the issue can help you figure out how to handle it.
· 38
Small changes can have a big impact on your emotional health. Try changing your space to make it a more calming place. For example, if your negative emotions arise from feeling out of control, try organizing your space. Clearing up the mess can make you feel on top of things.
·Shift your focus away from the bad thing.
When you know that something is causing a negative emotion, try to shift your focus away from that situation. For example, if you are stuck in a traffic jam and running late, shift your focus from the traffic to listening to your favorite CD. 39
·Talk about your feelings
Talking about your negative emotions is very productive. Try talking to your friends or family members. It is a good idea to let your loved ones know your feelings. Try saying, “I’ve been really stressed out lately. Do you have time to talk things through with me?” 40 It’s fine to express anger or frustration, but do so without shouting.
A. Have a try to change your environment.
B. Be calm and reasonable while you are talking.
C. It’s common to be filled with negative emotions.
D. You don’t have to spend too much effort on them.
E. When you experience a negative emotion, acknowledge it.
F. Focusing on something positive can help to calm you down.
G. However, you will be more productive if you can handle them.
第三部分 英语知识运用（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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Many cities around the world today are heavily polluted. Careless methods of production and 41 of consumer demands for environment friendly products have 42 the pollution problem. One 43 is that millions of tons of glass, paper, plastic, and metal containers are produced, and these are difficult to get rid of.
44 , today, more and more consumers are choosing “green” and demanding that the products they buy should be safe for the environment. 45 they buy a product, they ask questions like these: “Will this shampoo damage the environment?” “Can this metal container be 46 or can it only be used once?”
A recent study showed that two 47 five adults now consider the environmental safety of a product before they buy it. This means that companies must now change the 48 they make and sell their products to make sure that they are “green,” that is, friendly to the environment.
Only a few years ago, it was impossible to find green products in supermarkets, but now there are hundreds. Some supermarket products 49 labels to show that the product is green. Some companies emphasize that their products are clean and safe in their advertising and have made it their main selling 50 .
The 51 for a safer and cleaner environment is making companies rethink 52 they do business. No longer will the public accept the old 53 of “Buy it, use it, throw it away and forget it.” The public 54 is still here, and companies are 55 their act gradually.
41. A. part B. lack C. lots D. varieties
42. A. applied to B. contributed to C. exposed to D. devoted to
43. A. possibility B. chance C. result D. effect
44. A. Therefore B. Furthermore C. Similarly D. However
45. A. After B. Though C. Before D. Unless
46. A. reused B. safe C. friendly D. returned
47. A. of B. or C. from D. out of
48. A. rhyme B. way C. section D. branch
49. A. carry B. take C. include D. make
50. A. advantage B. technique C. point D. attraction
51. A. concern B. hope C. care D. plan
52. A. what B. how C. whether D. when
53. A. saying B. trust C. attitude D. fashion
54. A. pressure B. pleasure C. discussion D. interest
55. A. enlarging B. sharing C. cleaning D. improving
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下列短文，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 art of paper-cutting in China may date back to the second century, since paper 56 (invent) by Cai Lun in the Eastern Han Dynasty in China. As paper became more affordable, paper-cutting became one of the most important 57 (type) of Chinese folk art. Later, with different regions adopting their own cultural styles, this art form spread 58 other parts of the world. 59 (usual), the artworks are made of red paper, as red is associated with 60 (happy)in Chinese culture, but other colors are also used.
With 61 (it) long history, paper-cutting, 62 originated in China, has been very popular among the ordinary Chinese people. People put up papercuts on walls, windows and doors at wedding ceremonies or festivals 63 (strengthen) the cheerful atmosphere.
Chinese papercuts are rich in content. The auspicious(吉祥的) designs symbolize good luck and the avoidance of evil. The child, lotus(莲花) and bat designs suggest a family with 64 large number of children and grandchildren. Birds, livestock, fruit, fish and worms are also familiar objects 65 (accept) by Chinese farmers. In a word, papercuts used in different occasions have different meanings.
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，你校将组织主题为“点赞中国（Thumbs-up for China）”的英语演讲比赛。请你写一封邮件，邀请留学生Jim参加，内容包括：（1）报名条件；（2）活动安排。
注意：（1）词数80左右；（2）可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Jim,
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
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。
13-year-old Ryan was a lazy video game addict who always required the help of the housekeeper for everything. His father, Alex, noticed how spoiled(宠坏的) his son was, so he decided to set things right.
One day, Ryan was running late for school, but he was still busy playing video games. He was so distracted that he had no time to put on his socks and shoes, so the housekeeper did it for him.
“Dad, I’m ready. Let’s go!” he finally shouted, taking his school bag. Alex had always driven him to his school even though it was just a seven-minute walk from their home. For Ryan, that would seem like a hundred tiring miles.
That morning, to Ryan’s surprise, Alex asked him to walk to school instead. “What? No! I can’t carry this heavy bag to school on foot. Please drop me off, Dad,” Ryan said. But Alex turned a deaf ear. “You’re a grown-up boy now, Ryan! Just walk. Get used to it,” he said.
Ryan had no choice but to walk along the road. He was out of breath when he got to the school gate. He came into his classroom and sat on the chair quickly. He was tired. He wasn’t used to walking, even for a few minutes. What a lazy and weak boy Ryan was!
When Ryan was still resting, he found a boy he didn't know entering the classroom in a wheelchair. The boy was Mike, who was new to Ryan’s neighborhood and lived very close to Ryan’s house. He moved in with his grandparents recently after he lost his ability to walk in a car crash that killed his parents. Regardless of his extremely bad luck, Mike decided to be strong, optimistic, confident, brave and independent.
Although Mike was new in class, all classmates welcomed him warmly. Ryan never made a single friend all these years. Nobody liked him because he was lazy. The attention Mike got that day made him more upset.
The next day, Ryan begged his dad to drive him to his school again. But Alex just shook his head. Quite disappointed, Ryan had to walk to school,
注意：1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
Just as he left home, he saw Mike alone on the road, pushing his wheelchair. _____________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Paragraph 2:
Encouraged by Mike’s words, Ryan decided to try to be independent. ___________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
庐江县2022/2023学年度第二学期期末教学质量抽测
高二英语参考答案
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）
1-5：C C A C B 6-10：A A B C A 11-15：B B A A B 16-20：C A C B A
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
21-23：B D C 24-27：C A A B 28-31：C B D A 32-35：B C A D 36-40：G E A F B
第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41-45：B B C D C 46-50：A D B A C 51-55：A B C A D
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
56. was invented 57. types 58. to 59. Usually 60. happiness
61. its 62. which 63. to strengthen 64. a 65. accepted
第四部分 写作（共两节；满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
One possible version:
Dear Jim, Knowing that you are interested in Chinese culture, I am writing to tell you that there will be a speech contest whose theme is “Thumbs-up for China” to be held in our school this Friday.
Aiming to highlight our happiness of living in China, our city will launch this activity. Anyone showing enthusiasm for China can participate in it. As scheduled, participants should make a speech in English smoothly. After the speech, some questions related to the topic will be raised by judges. Whoever gets the first places will be awarded prizes with Chinese characteristics.
Are you interested? Hopefully, you can accept my invitation. Looking forward to your involvement.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
One possible version:
Paragraph 1:
Just as he left home, he saw Mike alone on the road, pushing his wheelchair. Curious, Ryan slowed down and approached him. And he helped push his wheelchair forward and asked, “Don’t you have any family members to help you?” Mike stopped and turned around. “Thank you! I don’t want to depend on others to do things for me,” he smiled. While continuing walking, Mike talked about his family.Then he explained his determination to be strong and brave. “I can’t walk, but that doesn’t make me weak,” he ended.
Paragraph 2:
Encouraged by Mike’s words, Ryan decided to try to be independent. When he informed Mike of his decision, Mike supported him. Together, they happily headed towards their school. The next morning, to Alex’s surprise, Ryan waved goodbye to him and walked with Mike to the school, without requiring Alex to drive him. With time going by, Ryan and Mike were inseparable and became best friends. And motivated by Mike, Ryan quit wasting time on video games and took on many duties without relying on other people.
附听力原文：
Text 1. W: Sally speaks Spanish very well.
M: She definitely does. But Ryan’s Spanish is even better. However, Howard can speak faster than them.
Text 2. W: Are you going to Vancouver?
M: No, I’m going to Seattle. I’m attending my son’s graduation ceremony. He’ll get his PhD in engineering from the University of Washington. He plans to work in New York after graduation.
Text 3. M: Try it on in front of the mirror. W: Well, I think the color is a little too bright. M: We have darker ones. Do you like this style?
Text 4. W: I’m going to the airport. Is there a bus to get there?
M: Oh, sorry, I don’t know. Maybe you can take a taxi.
W: Well, it’s too expensive. Do you know where the subway station is?
M: Sure, it’s over there.
Text 5. W: What are you reading, Frank?
M: It’s this week’s New Scientist. Why?
W: I was just wondering—it looks interesting, but I’ve never actually read it myself. Is it aimed at real scientists or can ordinary people like me understand it?
Text 6. W: Housekeeping. May I come in?
M: Yes, please.
W: I’m sorry to disturb you, Mr. Obama. Would you like me to clean your room now?
M: No, not now. I’m so tired and need a good rest.
W: Taking a hot bath may relax you a lot. Anything I can do for you?
M: Oh, I would like an early cleanup tomorrow morning. Can you finish it before 8:30 am?
W: Certainly, is it convenient to clean up your room at 8:00 am?
M: It’s better if it’s half an hour earlier.
W: No problem, sir. Have a good rest. Good night.
M: Thank you. Bye.
Text 7. M: I was thinking of starting my own business.
W: What kind?
M: I know you wanted me to take over your restaurant business, but to be honest, I can’t stand working in the food industry.
W: Don’t worry. I knew that about you a long time ago.
M: I thought maybe you and Dad could lend me some money to open a skateboarding shop.
W: That’s possible. Do you have a business plan?
M: Not in writing, but I’ve thought of all the details.
W: What would make your shop different from the others’?
M: I thought we could make our own T-shirts.
W: It sounds OK to me, but you’ll have to talk to your father about this.
Text 8. W: Pub seems a funny word. Why are they called pubs?
M: Yes, it is a strange word but really it’s just short for public house, a place that has a special license to sell drinks to people.
W: Why do most pubs have signs hanging outside them?
M: Because up to the beginning of this century, most people couldn’t read, so a picture was the easiest way to show travelers where they could get a drink.
W: Ah, I see. I noticed when I came in that your pub’s called a “free house”. What does that mean?
M: Unfortunately it doesn’t mean that the drinks are free! It’s just that most pubs are owned by big wine companies and so they sell only their own beer. But some people are lucky enough to own their own pubs and so they’re free to sell any beer they like from any company.
W: Really? Well, this beer is lovely. It’s very different.
M: Yes, it is usually made by small local companies.
Text 9. W: Hey, John. This looks like a great party. Thanks for inviting me.
M: No problem. Glad you could make it. Have you met any of the famous guests so far?
W: Uh, no. Who exactly?
M: Well, there is Gregorio... Ah, they call him the “Grip” for short.
W: Who in the world is he?
M: You’ve never heard of him? He’s the world-famous snake trainer... He’s never met a snake he couldn’t train to dance and hiss(发出咝咝声) at the same time.
W: Seriously? Where is he?
M: Uh, he’s the tall guy by the window in the purple jacket and green pants. He probably has a snake or two with him tonight.
W: Huh?
M: And then there is Georgina, the great...
W: Georgina... and great for what?
M: Are you serious? You’ve never heard of her? She is the world’s greatest arm wrestler. I mean, world champion. She’s next to the fireplace with the bright yellow dress and the tennis shoes.
W: I thought you said famous people... like people we all know.
M: And there is Brian Melford...
W: Now there’s someone I recognize.
M: Yeah, the captain of the national Yo-Yo team. He is the short man sitting at the table wearing the black shirt. I’m sure he’d do a few tricks for you if you asked.
W: Uh, no, thank you. I think I’ve had enough entertainment for one evening.
M: Okay.