河南省安阳市2023届高三英语上学期10月调研考试试卷（Word版附答案）

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绝密★启用前
2023届高三年级调研考试（十月份）
英语
考生注意：
1.答题前,考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在试卷和答题卡上,并将考生号条形码粘 贴在答题卡上的指定位置。
2.回答选择题时,选出每小题答案后,用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需 改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时,将答案写在答题卡 上。写在本试卷上无效。
3.考试结束后,将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力（共两节,满分30分）
做题时,先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后,你将有2分钟的时间将试卷上的答案 转涂到答题卡上。
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。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。
例：How much is the shirt?
A. £19.15. B. £9.18. C. £9.15.
答案是C。
1. When will the speakers meet?
A. At 8 ： 30 p. m. B. At 9 : 00 p. m. C. At 9： 30 p. m.
2. Why is the boy’s mother against the trip?
A. The time of the trip is unsuitable.
B. The destination is too far away.
C. The trip may be tiring.
3. What do we know about the man?
A. He’s got a new job,
B. His uncle lives in San Francisco.
C. He lives together with his uncle.
4. How does the man feel now?
A. Nervous. B. Satisfied. C. Disappointed.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Doctor and patient. B. Teacher and student. C. Salesperson and customer.
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。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,回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers doing?
A. Visiting a shoe store. B. Talking about fashion. C. Looking for a dress.
7. What does the woman think of the price?
A. Too low. B. Too high, C. Reasonable.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. Why does the man apply for a membership card?
A. To gain muscle. B. To lose weight. C. To have a special discount.
9. What will the man do next?
A. Complete a form. B. Call his friend. C. Go swimming.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. What kind of hairstyle does the woman have now?
A. Long hair. B. Medium-length hair. C. Short hair.
11. What is the woman’s idea about younger women wearing longer hair?
A. It disturbs her. B. It looks uglier. C. It looks better.
12. Who will probably do the woman’ s hair tomorrow?
A. The woman ’ s sister. B. A hairdresser. C. The woman herself.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. Why does the man feel happy?
A. He has got a pay rise.
B. His employees are more friendly.
C. His company will be more eco-friendly.
14. What's the probable relationship between the two speakers?
A. Father and daughter. B. Classmates. C. Manager and employee.
15. What does the neighbor’ s car run on?
A. Oil. B. Electricity. C. Natural gas.
16. How will the man’s company go green?
A. By consuming less fuel.
B. By building two windmills.
C. By not using plastic bags*
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. What does the speaker mainly talk about?
A. Accidents in Europe.
B. Climate change in Europe.
C. Hot weather in Europe.
18. What would be the record high temperature in Britain?
A.40℃ B.35℃. C.42℃.
19.In which country were train services stopped?
A. France. B. Britain. C. Spain.
20. How many people were affected by wildfires in Gironde of France?
A. About 1,700. B. About 20,000. C. About 2,400.
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）
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将 该项涂黑。
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UAMN is located on the UAF Campus,1962 Yukon Drive, Fairbanks, AK. We appreciate your support and understanding during our reopenings
Museum Hours
SUMMER HOURS 2022
May 22 to August 20
Open 7 days a week ： 9 AM - 7 PM
Admission Sales/Doors Close at 6:30 PM
Cafe Summer Hours ： Daily , 9 AM ~ 4 PM
WINTER HOURS 2022
August 21 to April 1
Open 7 days a week ： 10 AM -5-30 PM
Admission Sales/Doors Close at 5 PM
Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’ s Day
General Admission
Adult (ages 13 + yrs) $16
Local (with valid Alaska ID) $12
Youth (ages 5-12) $9
UAF Staff & Students Free
Children (ages 4 and Under) Free
Movie Ticket $5
The following guidelines have been established to protect the health of UAMN visitors(Effective 03/15/22)：
•No individual may enter UAMN if they have been diagnosed with or are exhibiting signs of COVID-19.
•Current COVID-19 Masking Status： Green (low). Masks not required.
•Hand washing is available in restrooms. Washing for 20 seconds is recommended,
•Social distancing of 6 feet (2 meters) or more, from members outside of your visiting group, is recommended.
•Visitors are encouraged to follow the suggested traffic pattern indicated by signage and social distance markers at the main entry.
21. When can you visit the museum?
A. April 21,2022,9 AM, B. August 18,2022,8 AM,
C. October 20,2022,11 AM. D. December 25,2022,11 AM.
22.How much should a foreign couple with their 5-year-old child pay to visit the museum?
A. $16. B. $28. C. $32. D. $41.
23. What are you supposed to do when visiting the museum?
A. Wash hands before entry.
B. Wear masks all the time in the museum.
C. Keep a distance of 6 feet from anyone else.
D. Observe the social distance markers at the main entry.
B
With old mountain bikes (recovered and rebuilt to new standards)we began our adventure on the Grey Owl Trail. Cycling over continuously rough land with unendingly twisted tree roots, rocks, and steep slopes (斜坡）--it was a violent test of the senses and every inch of our bodies. It was like being in a horrific car accident that lasted seven hours .
The rush through the wilderness in black bear country was immeasurable—while at the very same time you’ re thinking that you wish every single human being could experience this ultimate feeling of being in the presents The feeling that you are totally alive.
My cycling companion and I arrived at the start of the 20 km distance of the Grey Owl Trail in Northern Saskatchewan at 2 p. m. on Thursday, May 30th,2019. The weather conditions were ideal in the low 20 ’ s Celcius. We were deep in our own degree of exuberance. There was a breezy wind, though only felt during three short times. The trail connects to the unspoiled beautiful beach of Ajawaan Lake.
In my lifetime I’ve cycled distances of 200 km( 120 miles) or better in a single day, day after day on the highway. But for me, this Grey Owl Trail will probably always remain unmatched. This trail is not for the weak heart. There is a strong reason why they say to allow two or three days to hike and camp this distance. Or, to use a watercraft, and hike the final few miles to Grey Owl ’ s cabin.
We arrived at Grey Owl’ s cabin at suppertime. While we enjoyed the surroundings, we let the legendary cabin and region surrounding it seep (渗透）completely into our very beings. We provided our bodies with water and the elements of a protein-based energy-providing meal—for we had to race back once again over the constantly challenging terrain(地形)just barely (not bearly) beating nightfall. Our final mile was in near darkness.
Grey Owl’ s life was captured thoughtfully and beautifully and brought to the big screen and cinemas around the world in 1999 by Academy-Award Winning Director Richard Attenborough (Gandhi) starring Pierce Brosnan.
23. What does the underlined word “exuberance” in paragraph 3 probably mean?
A. Anxiety. B. Excitement. C. Failure. D. Temperature.
24. Why does the author think the Grey Owl Trail is “unmatched”？
A. It’s frequented by wild animals. B. It connects famous scenic spots.
C. It’ s most challenging for cyclists. D. It is where traffic accidents occur often.
26.What information can we get about the Grey Owl Trail?
A. It’s a road designed for cyclists. B. It’ s lined by tall trees on both sides.
C. It has a total length of about 120 miles. D. It passes by Ajawaan Lake at some points,
27. Which word can best describe the author’s cycling?
A. Relaxing. B. Dull C. Rewarding. D. Smooth.
C
Plans to track Australian magpies (鹊) for a study were ruined when the birds worked together to remove the devices from one another^ according to new research from scientists at the University of the Sunshine Coast.
The behavior marks the first evidence of cooperative “rescue” observed within the animals, the researchers stated, as, within just ten minutes of fitting the final tracker, a female magpie was seen using her bill to remove a younger bird’s harness (束具). Hours later 5 most of the birds had been freed from their trackers with the assistance of others. Days later, even the most dominant bird had allowed another magpie to assist in removing the device , the researchers said.
“We don’t know if it was the same individual helping each other or if they shared duties, but we had never read about any other bird cooperating in this way to remove tracking devices,’’ Professor Dominique Potvin, who led the study, said.
“The birds needed to solve the problem, possibly testing at pulling and snipping at different sections of the harness with their bill. They also needed to willingly help other individuals, and accept help, ” the study found.
The study had initially been designed to test a new tracker harness that could be released and collected without having to catch the birds again. It was designed with a weak point that would release when magnetized (使磁化）,dropping the harness at a feeding station used by the birds. Despite scientists believing it would require a magnet or “ really good scissors ” to remove the trackers, one bird was seen “ snapping another bird ’ s harness at the only weak point,’’ suggesting it had identified the device’s flaw (缺点）.
While studies have previously shown magpies are particularly intelligent and social birds , the team of scientists was surprised by how quickly they discovered a way to team up and get rid of the devices. Despite the study ’ s initial tracking aim failing, the team hope further research can be conducted to discover if the birds randomly discovered the flaw in the device or systematically worked at it until they found the key weak point.
28. What surprised the scientists about the magpies?
A. They helped each other out of trouble. B. They fed each other in difficult times.
C. They each demonstrated their social status. D. They each shared their duties in social life.
29. What’ s the original purpose of the study?
A. To test whether a new tracker harness works.
B. To see how the magpies ask for help .
C. To test the magpies ’ level of intelligence.
D. To set up feeding stations for the magpies.
30.What can we know about the bird’ s harness from paragraph 5?
A. It has some obvious weak points on it.
B. It’s very sensitive to the magnetic force .
C. It’s inseparable once attached to the magpie.
D. It has to be fitted at magpies’ feeding stations.
31.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Magpies Living in Groups Are Social Birds
B .Birds Able to Team Up and Solve Problems
C. Magpies Teach Scientists Unexpected Lesson
D. Birds Skilful at Discovering Flaws in Devices
D
Whether they know it or not, your students do a lot of critical reading on their own already. For example, many of them could be into young adult fiction. While they’ re reading these books for fun, they are constantly questioning what the author wanted to say with this character or that plot point. They also form unique opinions about the books they read. These are all critical reading activities.
Students can also employ critical reading in their other hobbies. Even if your students are not bookworms—yet——they most certainly like to listen to music.Getting hooked on a song means they ’ re thinking about the lyrics (歌词）and analyzing them in their heads, even if they ’ re doing it unconsciously.
To stimulate your students to take up active reading, you should tell them to bring their favorite reading material to class. Whether it’s the young adult fiction or the lyrics to the newest Billie Eilish song, encourage your students to join debates with one another about the subject of the material. That way, you are teaching students critical reading using their respective hobbies. When the activity is over ,tell your students they have just done a critical reading exercise. Since they weren’t made to read critically but encouraged to do so through their hobbies , they will engage with the next task much more willingly.
Whether you want your students to start doing a critical reading exercise with a specific piece of classic literature or a novel of their choice, you will probably find a critical analysis on it on YouTube. Why not show it to your students and make them see just how much the community of book lovers has grown in the last couple of years? If they aren’t already a member of that community, the activity will make them feel like they’ re missing out. If they are, it can only heighten their desire to develop some reading skills of their own and be able to express clearly why they loved or otherwise hated the last book they read. When you get your students motivated to learn critical reading skills , plan and carry out activities that will help them do that.
32. What can we learn about critical reading?
A. It has to go with specific characters. B. It applies more to young adult fiction.
C. It usually includes complex plot points. D. It happens unconsciously among students.
33. What’s the author’s opinion about critical reading?
A. It’ s an effective way to develop the students’ reading habits.
B. It’s better when conducted with the students’ hobbies.
C. It5 s better to focus on the theme of the reading materials.
D. It shouldn’ t be separated from the lyrics of popular songs.
34. Which of the following can YouTube offer the students?
A. Book reviews. B. Reading exercises.
C. Charity options. D. Debating contests.
35. What may the author discuss in the following paragraph?
A. The ways to help students who don’ t like reading.
B. Why critical reading is necessary for the students.
C. The methods of choosing proper reading materials.
D. How to help the students gain critical reading skills.
第二节(共5小题;每小题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。
Road systems are necessary for public transport. Street network is indeed convenient for humans. 36 . Every week, millions of wild animals die from vehicle collisions(碰撞）. Despite the numerous road signs, the increasing number of animal roadkills keeps on increasing each year. Ever since road systems were constructed, animals have been exposed to danger from moving from one place to another. For this reason, wildlife bridges are built to allow wild animals to cross manmade roads safely.
Wildlife crossings are in the form of bridges ^ overpasses and underpass tunnels. 37 .With these safe routes, wild animals won ’ t have to access the busy roads and highways anymore. They can safely cross over or under these structures to move on to their path.
The first wildlife crossing ever made was in the form of bridges for animals. In the 1950’ s, France constructed several animal bridges to protect both animals and humans from vehicle collisions. 38 .Apart from France, the Netherlands also features 600 overpasses and ecoducts (生态通道）for deer, boars, and badgers. As a matter of fact, the Netherlands takes pride in having the longest wildlife overpass in the world. The Natuurbrug Zanderij Crailoo stretches 800 meters in lengthy overpassing the massive N525 roadway and nearby rail lines.
39 .There could be a few unintended consequences of the wildlife crossings based on their design. The bridges can increase the spread of invasive species ,for example. Predation(捕食） rates could increase as the predators can easily hunt down the prey through the bridges.
However, the importance of ecological crossings cannot be denied. Regardless of the negative impacts, they play a vital role in the preservation and restoration of habitat and species. 40.
A. Diseases may also use the crossings to spread,
B. The wildlife bridges can have negative results as well.
C. Europe surely leads the way in terms of wildlife bridges.
D. These structures provide safe passageways for passing animals.
E. These crossings are used by an increasing number of mammals.
F. But roads and highways have done more harm than good to animals.
G. More ecoducts should be built to provide a safe space for the species.
第三部分语言知识运用（共两节,满分45分）
第一节（共20小题;每小题1 .5分,满分30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,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
On Thursday an elderly man walked into the Ace Hardware store to look for a shovel (IP) and ended up leaving with a 41 Sam Coleman. Dancer is a ( n) 42 .He noticed the elderly man walk into the store that morning and asked if he could 43 him. The man told Sam that his beloved 44 had recently passed away and he needed to get a shovel to 45 him. While walking to the back of the store, Sam began a 46 with the man and told him he was 47 with how hot it was outside.“I thought of my grandfather who has been 48 and I thought that if it was my grandfather and I was not there to help him out, somebody ’ s 49 to help would be 50 ,” said Coleman-Dancer. “ So I felt that it was my 51 to help him.” Sam told the veteran (老兵） that if he could wait until he 52 work, he would come over and deal with the dog for him.
After work, Sam kept his 53 and drove to the man ’ s house just outside the city. The two talked and Sam learned that the veteran was 54 diagnosed (诊断）with cancer. He had been getting 55 in Memphis.
“ Something he said 56 me,” added Coleman-Dancer. ‘‘ He told me that great things come to you at 57 times. Certainly something we will both 58 . He asked me if there was any way he could 59 me and I told him ‘ yeah,by taking a picture with me ’ .Because I know that picture is something I will 60 forever .”
41. A. friend B. teacher C. ticket D. job
42. A. officer B. customer C. employee D. secretary
43. A. help B. invite C. know D. introduce
44. A. dog B. son C. wife D. neighbor
45. A. memorize B. bury C. guide D. protect
46. A. debate B. match C. deal D. conversation
47. A. content B. bored C. concerned D. familiar
48. A. weak B. healthy C. patient D. active
49. A. refusing B. offering C. agreeing D. pretending
50. A. mad B. reasonable C. amazing D. confusing
51. A. duty B. effort C. promise D. ambition
52. A. left out B. got off C. broke down D. took up
53. A. step B. word C. balance D. position
54. A. gradually B. simply C. recently D. entirely
55. A. records B. messages C. payments D. treatments
56. A. referred to B. pointed to C. stuck with D. mixed with
57. A. appointed B. unlimited C. scheduled D. unexpected
58. A. hate B. consume C. ignore D. remember
59. A. amuse B. repay C. inform D. convince
60. A. research B. seek C. develop D. keep
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分）
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,并将答案填写在答题卡上。
Jack Sim is the 61 ( found) of the World Toilet Organization. He is a leading global advocate for sanitation (公共卫生). The World Toilet Organization promotes sound sanitation and public health 62 (measure) . It is one of the few organizations 63 focus on toilets instead of water issues, and it often receives more attention on the international development agenda. The World Toilet Organization currently has 235 member organizations in 58 countries, working 64 (get) rid of the toilet “taboo” and deliver sustainable sanitation.
Jack received 65 international award in 2001 for “ creating good will and bringing the subject into the open” and “mobilizing national support in providing on-the-ground expertise”. In 2007,he became one of the key members to build the Sustainable Sanitation Alliance (可持续卫生 联盟) 66 ( consist) of 260 partner organizations 67 ( global) that share a common goal towards achieving sustainable sanitation. Jack is an Ashoka Global Fellow and 68 (name) by Time magazine as one of its Heroes of the Environment in 2008.
Jack Sim grew up in Singapore, and successfully started a series of profitable businesses between the age of 24 and 40, despite his poor education background .Since achieving 69 (finance) independence at 40 years old, Jack has decided to devote his life 70 social work. Now Jack holds a Master of Public Administration from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy.
第四部分写作（共两节,满分35分）
第一节短文改错(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分）
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共 有10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加:在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧ ),并在其下面写出该加的词。
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。
I had a heat discussion yesterday with my friend who was having an extreme difficult time.I tried to encourage him by pointing out some of his achievement, reminding him of the situations that he had made a difference to so many others.
Then I received a “ Thank you” message. It was mentioned “How come they are always so positive about everything?” The answer is easier: I am not positive! But helping others to see the good in themselves make me focus on the positive aspects. It helps me out of my own dark hours too.
Accept ourselves for what we are can help us to be friendlier with ourselves as well others whom we communicate with every day.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
为营造健康文明的网络空间,某网站近日呼吁广大网民自觉遵守汉字使用规范。请你以 Use standard Chinese characters online为题写一篇短文,向你校英文报投稿。要点包括：
1.汉字乱用的现象；
2.分析原因及危害；
3.你的建议。
注意: 1.词数100左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇：流行词buzzword
Use standard Chinese characters online
2023届高三年级调研考试（十月份)
英语•答案
(共20小题;每小题1.5分,满分30分）
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(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分）
21—25 CDDBC 26—30 DCAAB 31—35 CDBAD 36—40 FDCBG
(共20小题;每小题1.5分,满分30分）
41-45 ACAAB 46—50 DCABC 51—55 ABBCD 56—60 CDDBD
(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分）
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66. consisting 67. globally 68. was named 69. financial 70. to
短文改错（共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分）
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书面表达（满分25分）
One possible version:
Use standard Chinese characters online
As the Internet has become a necessary part of life, people are spending more and more time in the cyber world nowadays. However, some netizens are not using standard Chinese characters in their daily communication online.
For example, in order to produce a humorous effect or express certain feelings, some people are making up new words, using similar-sounding words, or simply writing the characters in the wrong way. This practice goes against the traditional way of using Chinese characters, and these coined words and buzzwords might spread some wrong and even illegal information among the public.
In my view, characters are the key to a nation’s culture. Therefore, we should keep using standard Chinese
characters, and try our best to preserve and pass on our traditional Chinese culture.
听力原文
Text 1
M: Lily, it# s me. We # 11 meet at the south gate of the supermarket at 8 : 30 p. m. ,right?
W: Sorry, Jerry, I need to work overtime for about half an hour. Can we meet one hour later than scheduled?
M: Sure.
Text 2
M: I might be going to London for a short study trip.
W: That sounds meaningful.
M: It still isn’ t for sure yet. The camp starts during our school term. So my mom doesn’t think it’s a good idea.
Text 3
W: It’s nice to see you again. Have you changed jobs?
M: No, I’ve been visiting relatives. I went to visit an uncle of mine in San Francisco.
Text 4
W: Hi, Chris. Did everything go smoothly in your job interview?
M: Well, I finally got an offer from the personnel department. Actually, I was afraid that I couldn’ t be admitted at first.
Text 5
M: I need some help. My friend’ s arms became red and swollen after having the dinner I bought.
W: He might be allergic. Our store has a skin cream. It can temporarily reduce the pain.
Text 6
W: This is a great shoe store. Look at all these shoes.
M: I know. There are so many colors and styles. What kind of shoes are you looking for?
W: I need a new pair of dress shoes.
M: What about this pair? They are really fashionable.
W: They are nice. How much do they cost?
M: They cost $50.
W: What? They’ re not that nice!
Text 7
M: Excuse me. I ’ m interested in applying for a membership card.
W: That ’ s fine. Here is a list of our prices. How did you hear about us?
M: Oh, a friend of mine is a member here. I think this plan is best for me.
W: What services are you interested in?
M: I would like to have access to the swimming pool. And I also work out to lose weight in the gym.
W: Alright. Just fill out this form first. And how do you like to pay?
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W: Should I change my hairstyle? I’ve had it short for a long time now. Maybe I should grow it to medium length.
M: I always liked your hair when you were younger and you had it long.
W: Maybe. But longer hair looks better on younger women. Each time I had a child, I had a different hairstyle—long for the first, medium length for the second and finally short.
M: Maybe you should have it medium-length again as a compromise.
W: I think you’ re right. I cut it myself in the past ,but maybe I’ll have to start going to a salon.
M: Why don’t you ask your sister to do it? Her hair is nice and she does it herself.
W: Good idea. I’ll ask her tomorrow.
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W: You look happy. Any good news?
M: I’ve been told that our company is starting to be more eco-friendly.
W: That’s good news.
M: We have started to recycle used bottles and cans of all kinds.
W: My classmates and I also start a campaign to call on people to be more eco-friendly.
M: Eh. Going green is everybody’ s duty, I think.
W: So from now on, our family should bring our own bag to the grocery store instead of using plastic bags.
M: I can’t agree more. That is a great way to consume less.
W: What else are people you know doing to “go green”？
M: Our neighbor bought an electric car.
W: The kind that runs on electricity?
M: Yes. He saves a lot on gas. One of my co-workers has a car that runs on natural gas.
W: Oh. I have heard that is a lot less expensive.
M: Yes. He saves a lot of money. Our company has begun a project to build two windmills.
W: Really? That sounds great.
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W : The current heat wave is felt across Europe and leads to wildfires in France and Spain.
In Britain Monday, the government announced “ national emergency” conditions because of dangerously high temperatures. By the middle of the day the country reached 35℃ and is expected to go as high as 40℃. That would be the highest temperature on record for the country. Few homes or businesses in Britain have air conditioning since the average July temperatures range from a daily high of 21℃ to a low of 12℃. Meanwhile ,train lines canceled services, some schools were closed and officials urged the public to stay home.
In southern France, 1,700 firefighters are battling the wildfires that have already burned 140 square kilometers. Officials said around 20,000 people have been forced away from their homes in the Gironde area since last week. In Spain, a firefighter and a sheep farmer died in fires in northwestern Zamora. Thousands of people had to flee their homes. The fires burned 220 square kilometers of forests. Spain ’ s Carlos III Institute reported 237 deaths because of high temperatures from July 10 to 14. That was compared to 25 heat-related deaths the previous week.