2020年高考英语新课标III卷真题及答案解析

W: Excuse me, does this train go to Brighton? M: No, madam. This one is for Portsmouth. The Brighton train leaves from Platform 6 in ten minutes. W: Oh, I see. Thank you very much. M: You're welcome. You'd better hurry — it's a bit of a walk.

M: Hi Lucy, how's the new flat? W: The rooms are big and the neighbours are friendly, but the rent is 900 pounds a month. M: That's quite a lot for one person. W: I know. I'm thinking of finding a roommate to share it with.

W: Professor Lee, could I hand in my history essay on Friday instead of Wednesday? M: I'm afraid not. The marks have to be sent to the department on Thursday. W: I see. Then I'll try to finish it by tomorrow evening. M: Good. Send it to my email before midnight.

M: Good morning. I'd like to return this jacket. It's a bit too tight. W: Do you have the receipt, sir? M: Yes, here it is. Could I change it for a larger size instead of a refund? W: Certainly. Let me check if we have a large in blue.

W: Hi Tom, are you coming to the school concert on Saturday? M: I'd love to, but my sister's wedding is that afternoon. W: What a pity! The band has been practising for two months. M: I know. I'll ask them to record it so I can watch it later.

W: Hi Bill, do you have any plans for Friday night? M: I usually watch a new film at the cinema with my friends. W: Every Friday? That sounds like a habit. M: Yes, it is. I hardly ever stay home on Friday evenings. W: Do you ever visit your parents then? M: No, they live far away, so I see them only on holidays. W: And what about walking along Broadway? M: I did that once last year, but not often at all. W: So the cinema is your Friday night thing. M: That's right.

W: Tom, do you often go to the theatre? M: Not much. I maybe see one show a year. W: My sister Lily is different. She goes to musical plays almost every month. M: Really? More often than your parents? W: Yes. My parents only go at New Year. Lily is the one who goes most. M: So she is really a big fan of that kind of performance. W: True. She even sings the songs at home.

W: David, you look worried. What's up? M: I need to speak to Mike. The basketball practice tonight has to be put off. W: Why? Is something wrong? M: No, but my sister's birthday dinner is at seven thirty, so I can't be there. W: So you want Mike to know the practice won't happen tonight? M: Yes, that's why I'm calling him. I don't want anyone to wait for me at the gym.

W: Good morning. I'm here about the job in the city library. M: Hello. Nice to meet you. I'm Mr. Smith. Sorry, I didn't catch your name. W: I'm Lily. I got your phone call yesterday, so I came for the talk. M: Great. This is my first day here too. Let's find the office together. W: Okay. It's good to see a friendly face on a new day.

W: Hi Tom, are you ready for the school concert this weekend? M: Almost. I still need to borrow something from the media room. W: What do you need? M: A small machine that can record moving pictures and sound. W: Do you mean a camera that is not for taking still photos? M: Yes, a camera that can shoot and play back short films. W: I think Mr. Smith has one you can use. M: Great. That is just what I want for the concert.

W: Tom, you are helping at the sea park this week, right? M: Yes, Lily. I can try many things here. W: Which part do you like best? M: I really want to use the camera that works in the sea. I can take pictures of fish and coral. W: That sounds fun. What about the other things, like the big storage or the lens that finds faces by itself? M: They are useful, but I am not so excited about them. W: So the sea camera is your first choice? M: Yes, it is.

W: Good morning. Can I help you? M: Yes, I'm looking for a digital camera. I saw one in your window yesterday. W: Oh, the one that was 950 euros? I'm afraid that model has been sold. M: That's a pity. Do you have anything similar? W: Yes, we have a newer model. It normally costs 650 euros, but it's on sale this week. M: How much is it on sale? W: It's 30% off, so you'd only pay 470 euros. M: That sounds like a great deal. I'll take it.

W: Tom, what are you reading for your after-school class? M: A book about a big red dog. His name is Clifford. W: Oh, is he your pet? M: No, he only lives in stories. A writer imagined him years ago. W: So he is not real at all? M: Right. He is a made-up character for children. W: That sounds fun. I may choose that reading class too.

W: Did you hear about Norman? He used to draw pictures for grown-up magazines, but he was not happy. M: Yes, I met him in the mountains last year. He said his wife told him to try making pictures for kids' storybooks. W: That was a great idea. Now his little books are popular in many countries. M: And he told me he loves his new work. He is now traveling to meet young readers. W: What a nice change for him.

W: How was the talk about Norman? M: It was great. His story comes from a picture he saw in a small café. W: A picture? Not a novel or a person? M: Right. He said the scene in that picture gave him the idea, and then he wrote the whole story. W: That sounds interesting. I may go to the next talk too.

W: You look happy, Norman. Did your book get accepted? M: I still can't believe it. The editor called this morning and said yes. W: That's wonderful news. You worked on it for three years. M: I know. I was so sure it would be turned down that I almost dropped the phone. W: So the news really took you by surprise? M: Completely. I never dreamed my story would be chosen so soon.

W: Tom, our class is going to clean the river bank this Saturday. Will you join us? M: Sure, Lily. But I heard some people feel easy when talking with those they just met. W: Yes, that is true. They can chat about the weather or the bus. It is a safe topic. M: But with people we know well, like family, we may not talk so freely. W: Right. And those who come to our school for a short visit often keep quiet. M: So the clean-up will be fun. We can meet new people and share green ideas. W: Great. Let us bring gloves and bags.

W: Tom, why do you often talk about the weather with strangers at the bus stop? M: Well, it is not about the weather itself. I just want to make people feel at ease. W: So you do it to show you are friendly? M: Yes, that is the main reason. A smile and a few words can bring people closer. W: I see. It is a simple way to be kind. M: Exactly. It helps people feel welcome, not alone.

W: Tom, you travel a lot. What do people often chat about when they first meet? M: Well, it changes from place to place. In some countries, weather is safe. W: And in others? M: In many Western countries, people often talk about the latest films. Politics and pay are usually too personal or heavy for small talk. W: So if I want to make friends there, I should watch some new films first? M: Exactly. That gives you something easy and fun to share. W: Good to know. Thanks, Tom.

W: Mr. Smith, your lecture on healthy habits was great. I liked the part about gym time. M: Thank you, Lily. But before we finish, let me share one last tip. When you talk with friends about fitness, do not just ask yes or no. Try asking questions that let people say more. W: So asking questions that need longer answers helps us understand each other? M: Yes. That is my final suggestion for you all.