英语试题
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，你将有两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，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。
例: How much is the shirt?
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. Where are the speakers?
A. At the man’s home. B. In a restaurant. C. In a supermarket.
2. What is the man going to do this weekend?
A. Have a meeting. B. Write an email. C. Go to the lake.
3. Who needs to improve the cooking skill?
A. Lily. B. Timmy. C. Grace.
4. What part of the man’s car was changed?
A. The engine. B. The fuel tank. C. The lights.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. The man’s garden. B. Types of flowers. C. Ways to reduce stress.
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，回答第 6、7 题。
6. Why was the man at the festival?
A. To meet the woman. B. To see Tony Tee. C. To give a performance.
7. What did Lucas do?
A. He met The Trumpets. B. He formed a band. C. He worked with Tony.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。
8. What is the man’s opinion on the woman’s presentation?
A. Misleading. B. Impressive. C. Unconvincing.
9. What will the vice president probably do?
A. Explain to the social media.
B. Increase the woman’s budget.
C. Introduce the marketing strategy.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 13 题。
10. When is the show?
A. Next week. B. In two months. C. At the end of the year.
11. What is Lucy?
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A. A student. B. A teacher. C. A dancer.
12. What does Lucy spend most of her time doing at home?
A. Watching TV. B. Doing ballet shows. C. Practicing skills.
13. How is Lucy now?
A. More friendly. B. More confident. C. More tolerant.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Teacher and student. B. Father and daughter. C. Co-workers.
15. What suggestion does the woman make?
A. Parents should monitor their children.
B. People should limit their phone use.
C. Teachers should keep their students’ phones.
16. How did students react to the ban?
A. They became used to it.
B. They were surprised at it.
C. They got upset about it.
17. What is the most important about phone use?
A. Leaving phones at home. B. Electing a monitor. C. Exercising self-control.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。
18. What is Dr. Tilly expert in?
A. Renewable energy.
B. Educational courses.
C. Sea life conservation.
19. What problem did Dr. Tilly’s devices have?
A. They weren’t efficient.
B. They harmed some sea life.
C. They didn’t have enough power.
20. What does Dr. Tilly offer besides the course?
A. A journey to the sea.
B. A chance to create devices.
C. An opportunity to work at a lab.
第二部分 阅读(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 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
FANTASTIC SPRING BREAKS
Discover a wonderful variety of unique destinations, explore the unknown and grab a relaxing getaway while
making the most of the UK countryside.
Coquet Cottages
Discover the ultimate collection of luxury holiday homes in Northumberland with Coquet Cottages. From
coast to countryside, all of our holiday estates are ideally located for exploring Northumberland, from the Cheviot
Hills and Coquet Valley to the Sunshine Coast. Perfect for hikers, outdoor photographers.
Sulgrave Manor
Built by the ancestors of George Washington and saved from ruins by donors from both the UK and USA,
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Sulgrave Manor has a history with a complex of building that unites nations. Be inspired by our stories and
experience the atmosphere in our quiet gardens. Perfect for families, walkers, and dog-friendly.
Trefeddian Hotel
At the Trefeddian Hotel you can expect a warm welcome whether you are booking a family holiday, go on a
honeymoon or just want a getaway from it all. Our delightfully located coastal hotel in Mid-Wales has everyone to
enjoy: bird’s eye sea views, miles of golden beaches and a heated indoor pool. Also available for weddings and
parties.
Barcaldine Castle
Built in 1609 on the west coast of Scotland, Barcaldine Castle is one of the few ancient castles offering
accommodation. With breathtaking views of Glencoe, six splendid rooms and a full Scottish breakfast, it’s for a
carefree break in the countryside.
21. What is the common advantage of the four destinations?
A. Inviting food. B. Stylish decoration.
C. Modern facilities. D. Countryside relaxation.
22. What can travellers do in Sulgrave Manor and Barcaldine Castle?
A. Take in sea views. B. Experience the history,
C. Attend some parties. D. Enjoy pet dogs’ company.
23. Which destination is the most suitable for a new couple?
A. Coquet Cottages. B. Sulgrave Manor.
C. Trefeddian Hotel. D. Barcaldine Castle.
B
Five years ago, it would have been more likely that I’d be turning out for Chelsea Football Club than attending
the RHS Chelsea flower show, let alone building a garden there. As a promising young footballer, gardening was
not part of my vocabulary.
It was after a disaster that I found gardening to be a form of relief. The night of 14 June, 2017 changed my life
forever. The Grenfell Tower fire took the lives of 72 people. Living nearby, I was completely broken. I took to the
streets to be among others in my attempt to find some comfort or peace of mind. What I encountered changed my
attitude entirely.
With no thought or plan, I channelled my energy into greening and beautifying a deserted, unloved community
space. I honestly didn’t have a clue what I was doing, but that didn’t matter. I journeyed to every garden centre
within reach, asking for plants to be donated to our newly-developed community space. The response was strong.
People would walk past and share a smile or some conversation. Phone numbers were exchanged and group chats
were created. Dates and times were set for organised gatherings to share our stories, knowledge and history.
What’s eye-catching in the garden is a mangrove ( 红 杉 树 )sculpture. Made with wood from deforested
mangroves, it aims to raise awareness of the harmful impact we are having on the world as we continue to cut down
our trees for profit. The building of the garden has been a community effort, and shows what can be done when
people pull together and do something positive.
If visitors take one thing from the garden, I hope it is the awareness that we can come together as a community
not just to respond to a disaster, but for the future generations who will have to live with the consequences of our
actions today.
24. What do we know about the author?
A. He was the founder of a football club. B. He stayed peaceful during the fire.
C. He changed his attitude to gardening. D. He was the organizer of a flower show.
25. Why do people gather in the garden?
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A. To communicate with each other. B. To find a place free from accidents.
C. To purchase cheap green plants. D. To enjoy the beauty of the mangroves.
26. What contributes to the building of the garden?
A. Joint efforts of the community.
B. Supports from the government.
C. The author’s deep love for plants.
D. The author’s professional gardening skills.
27. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Painful Lessons From a Disaster. B. Unexpected Gains From Gardening.
C. Possible Solutions to Deforestation. D. Friendly Reminders to a Community.
C
Art may not be a uniquely human patent. Apes (猿), monkeys, elephants, dolphins and even rabbits can be
encouraged to express themselves via pencil and paper.
New research on the artistic efforts of apes suggests that their work varies according to changes in the world
around them. The new study, published in the journal Animals, focuses on hundreds of drawings produced by five
female apes at Japan’s Tama Zoological Park, where keepers provided them with crayons and paper over many
years as part of a behavioural enrichment programme.
One of the apes, named Molly, was especially productive. She only started drawing on her 54th birthday, but
from that point on, until her death five years later, she produced about 1,300 pictures. She drew almost every day,
creating more complex pictures than her companions. “I don’t know if we can describe her as a genius,” says Sueur,
a biologist in the park. “Such differences are often observed between individuals of a species, with some smarter
than others.” Sueur and his colleagues identified individual differences between the apes’ artistic styles, in terms of
their preferred colors, the types of shapes they drew and the space they filled on the paper. Only Moly routinely
filled most of the space available.
Moly’s style changed with the season too. In summer and winter, greens dominated her pictures, but she
switched to pinks and purples in spring and autumn. Appealingly, she opted for red whenever another female in the
group was giving birth, which may indicate that her paintings are something more than purely abstract.
“We’ve tried not to overinterpret,” says Sueur. “It could be earlier representational art.” The biologists suggest
that apes may provide clues to the development of artistic skills in humans. Like children, and unlike other species
known to put pen to paper, the apes needed no reward to participate in the task, suggesting that they enjoy it for its
own interest.
28. What can we learn from the first two paragraphs?
A. Animals’ artwork style remains unchanged.
B. Female animals do much better in art creation.
C. Animals can create masterpieces through efforts.
D. Some animals can acquire artistic skills like humans.
29. What might influence the apes’ performance in art creation?
A. Their starting age of creation. B. Their preferred seasons.
C. Individual differences between them. D. The quantity of their creation.
30. What do the underlined words “opted for” in paragraph 4 mean?
A. Chose. B. Described. C. Interpreted. D. Abandoned.
31. What can be concluded from apes’ acquiring artistic skills?
A. Practice makes perfect. B. The sooner begun, the better done.
C. Interest is the best teacher. D. God helps those who help themselves.
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D
Imagine California without its fantastic beaches. This is an exercise in seeing the future. In the coming
decades, two-thirds of the sandy shores of Santa Monica, Los Angeles, may be lost to the Pacific Ocean’s rising
levels and increasing wave strength as more land is washed away. Traditional defenses are weak; one sea wall, built
to last 20 years, lasted just 6 weeks, writes journalist Rosanna Xia in California Against the Sea. The book invites
readers to predict the future of California’s coasts and consider more transformative solutions.
California Against the Sea starts with the state’s oldest stories about coastal adaptation. At the end of the last
ice age, the Chumash people settled and then retreated(撤离) from the Channel Islands, marking their own hard
decision in the face of 400 feet of sea level change. The book then moves to the mainland and the luxurious homes
of Laguna Beach, where wealthy owners are at war with state regulators ( 监 管 者 ).Private seawalls, secretly
constructed, are protecting beachfront houses--for a time-while dangerously quickening the destruction of public
beaches.
Xia goes on to visit 12 more sites up and down the coast, building out stories that present a different vision of
the disappearing coast-some worrying failures, some spots of hope. Her journey features all of the marks of a
California road trip: the advocates from movie stars, an eaten-away beach and, most of all, residents wrestling with
the decision of whether to stay or to leave.
She continuously uplifts conventional wisdom and voices, highlighting Native people’s growing role in coastal
management. Readers learn, for example, about a first-of-its-kind returning of undeveloped coastal land to the
Pomo Indians-an act that saves the region from risky development and will help preserve its natural defenses.
“To resist change is to miss out on opportunities to create a better future. To remain unchanged is to buy into
the long-held belief that the world today is as good as it gets.”Xia writes. And in several other passages, she puts
forward the discussion of “managed retreat”and “unmanaged disaster” beyond the field of science and politics,
allowing readers to think about the urgent phenomena in a novel way.
32. What is the book intended to?
A. Criticize the traditional costal defenses.
B. Call on people to retreat from California.
C. Put forward the approaches to protecting sea.
D. Bring California coastal problems into focus.
33. Why are the two stories told at the beginning of the book?
A. To confirm the necessity of building private sea walls.
B. To reveal the conflicts between people and regulators.
C. To introduce the luxurious life of wealthy house owners.
D. To highlight the critical situation of the coastal problems.
34. What’s the contributing factor in solving the coastal problems?
A. Turning to movie stars for donations. B. Native people’s coastal management.
C. Raising more funds through tourism. D. Dependence on traditional wisdom.
35. What might Rosanna Xia agree with?
A. Blind confidence may spell disasters.
B. Long-held belief should be respected.
C. Politics dominates the coastal protection.
D. Chances of making changes are not enough.
第二节 (共 5 小题:每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Embracing Imperfections-A Journey of Self-Acceptance
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Life is a series of ups and downs, and along the way, we often make mistakes. It’s crucial to remember that no
one is perfect and we all fall at times. 36 Instead, let’s shift our mindset and learn to embrace our imperfections
as opportunities for growth.
Start by acknowledging that mistakes are an essential part of the human experience. As we all know, a
butterfly emerges from its cocoon(茧). 37 Reflect on the lessons learned from each mistake and the wisdom
gained along the way.
Self-acceptance plays a vital role in our journey towards personal growth. Take a moment to appreciate your
unique characteristics and qualities that make you who you are. 38 Celebrate these strengths and recognize that
they contribute to your individuality.
39 Share your experiences with trusted friends or those who can offer advice and wisdom. Surround
yourself with individuals who uplift and inspire you to embrace your imperfections and pursue growth.
Now, let’s redirect our focus to self-care. Accept that mistakes happen, learn from them, and use that
newfound knowledge to push yourself forward. Remember, the most successful people have encountered countless
setbacks on their path to greatness. 40
Lastly, never underestimate the power of gratitude. Develop a gratitude practice by acknowledging the
blessings in your life, no matter how small. Gratitude shifts our focus from what went wrong to what is going well,
encouraging a positive mindset and promoting self-acceptance.
A. We shouldn’t beat ourselves up over our errors.
B. So treat yourself with kindness and understanding.
C. We too can transform and develop through our errors.
D. Are you trustworthy, creative, or a great problem solver?
E. Recognize that you are not the cause of all the negatives.
F. It’s also helpful to seek support and guidance from others.
G. Our journey involves acknowledging and embracing imperfections.
第三部分 语言运用(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，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was driving my daughter to the airport to travel abroad. It was a 3 hour round trip so after 41 her off at
the airport, my sons and I stopped at a McDonalds to have lunch.
Most of the 42 there were teenagers just going through the motions of the 43 making the food like an
assembly line. Working the cash register, however, was an older lady, who was at least 70. Each person that came
up to give their 44 was given a huge smile of hers in return with a few kind words thrown in. It warmed my
heart to see how she 45 the whole restaurant with her good 46 .
When it was my turn to order I smiled back and told her that she had the 47 smile I’d ever seen. She
laughed and said, “No extra 48 , Sweetie!”
I could 49 feel her loving-kindness in my heart when I was 50 home that afternoon and see her smile in
my mind. And I could feel my own face 51 too. When we drove back to 52 daughter a few days later, we
stopped at the 53 again.
I looked for the lady with the sweet smile but she was nowhere to be seen. Maybe she wasn’t working that day
or maybe she had moved on to 54 others with her smile somewhere else. Either way I wished her well. 55__
our brief encounter always brings a smile back to my face.
41. A. paying B. keeping C. turning D. dropping
42. A. customers B. visitors C. workers D. passengers
43. A. game B. job C. trip D. dream
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44. A. order B. change C. meal D. menu
45. A. brightened up B. cleared up C. built up D. set up
46. A. memory B. sense C. cheer D. advice
47. A. coolest B. politest C. sweetest D. shyest
48. A. charge B. time C. risk D. service
49. A. never B. still C. also D. rarely
50. A. leaving B. designing C. missing D. driving
51. A. freezing B. burning C. sweating D. smiling
52. A. see off B. check on C. pick up D. look after
54. A. bless B. meet C. sponsor D. train
53. A. airport B. restaurant C. platform D. supermarket
55. A. Celebrating B. Remembering C. Identifying D. Assessing
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。
No professional players. No tickets. No commercial interests 56 (involve).The rural soccer toumament in
Rongjiang county in Guizhou province, the “Village Super League”, or Cunchao in Chinese, has become 57__
phenomenon and attracted fans and tourists. It’s soccer in its 58 (pure) form.
Thanks to its down-to-earth style, festive atmosphere and rich ethnic(少数民族的)cultural 59 (element), as
well as the players’ frequent surprise goal-scoring performances and the high spirits of both the players and
audiences, the matches have gone popular on social media. 60 (combine) local soccer traditions with diverse
ethnic cultures, the tournament has attracted players from all walks of life.
Before matches, each cheerleading team, 61 (dress) in traditional ethnic costumes,carry local specialties on
their shoulders and dance 62 (enthusiastic) as they enter the field together with the players. The matches are
exciting, 63 committed villagers and visitors joining together to create an electric atmosphere. Audiences even
join the dancers on the field during halftime breaks, 64 feature folk songs and dances and ethnic costumes.
Cunchao is deeply rooted in the soil and it is really the first time that audiences 65 (experience) such a
lively scene as this.
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，你的美国笔友 Johnson 来信询问你是喜欢纸质阅读还是电子阅读，请给他回封邮件，内
容包括:
1.你的选择;
2.简述理由。
注意:
1.写作词数应为 80 个左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Johnson,
Yours,
Li Hua
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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。
Sarah, a high school student, was always eager to participate in every activity happening in school life, and she
often persuaded her best friend, Anthony, to join her.
One day, Sarah saw a poster announcing the annual Great Bake-off Challenge. Excitedly, she explained to
Anthony how the winner would be granted a baking masterclass with the well-known baker, Chef Bella.Both
Sarahand Anthony loved baking and idolized ( 崇 拜 ) chef Bella, whose cooking show was popular across the
country.
However, they realized the competition would be tough as their school had its share of talented bakers.
Despite this, Sarah suggested that they combine their strengths to participate as a team. Anthony agreed, and they
started the journey to win the Great Bake-off Challenge.
Sarah and Anthony started by shortlisting their strengths: Sarah was skilled at constructing and decorating
cakes, while Anthony was good at developing delicious flavors. They spent weekends brainstorming, testing, and
perfecting their baking recipes, transforming Sarah’s family kitchen into their very own bake-off battleground.
As the date of the competition got closer, they grew more anxious. They even had a few arguments about the
cake’s design or the flavor combination, but they quickly resolved their disagreements and continued to work
together as a team.
The day of the Great Bake-off Challenge finally arrived.Sarah and Anthony walked into the school hall, their
hearts pounding with a mix of anticipation and fear. The setup had multiple workstations, each equipped with an
oven, a mixer, and basic baking tools. The participants were given three hours to complete their cakes, after which
the judges would evaluate each creation based on taste and originality.
The countdown began, and the couple sprung into action. Anthony worked on the complex flavor
combinations, while Sarah started building the cake’s impressive structure. During the intensity, they couldn’t help
but steal a glance at the other competitors, admiring their opponents’ skills and creativity. However, they remained
focused on their creation, supporting and encouraging each other throughout the process.
注意:
1.续写词数应为 150 左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Three hours unconsciously passed and the deadline was up.
The judges began their round of tasting and assessments.
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盐城市 2024 届高三年级第一学期期中考试
英语试题参考答案
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分 30 分)
1. B 2. C 5. A 3. B 4. A 6. C 7. C 8. B 9. B 10. A11. A 12. C 13. B 14. C 15. B 16.
A 17. C 18. A 19. B 20. C
第二部分 阅读 (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)
21. D 22. B 23. C 24. C 25. A 26. A 27. B 28. D 29. C 30. A
31. C 32. D 33. D 34. B 35. A
第二节 (共 5 小题;每小题 2.5 分,满分 12.5 分)
36. A 37. C 38. D 39. F 40. B
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节 (共 15 小题; 每小题 1 分,满分 15 分)
41. D 42. C 43. B 44. A 45. A 46. C 47. C 48. A 49. B 50. D51. D 52. C 53. B 54. A 55. B
第二节 (共 10 小题; 每小题 1.5 分,满分 15 分)
56.(are) involved 57. a 58. purest 59. elements
60. Combining 61. dressed 62. enthusiastically 63. with
64. which 65. have experienced
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分 40 分)
第一节 (满分 15 分)
Dear Johnson,
In response to your letter, I would like to express my preference for printed books.
First of all, the texture of the pages, the smell of the paper, the satisfaction of turning a leaf, all contribute to
enhancing my reading experience. Besides, they save me from the eye strain caused by electronic devices. I also
treasure the absence of digital interruptions, which offers me an immersive and peaceful experience.
Looking forward to hearing your opinion on this topic as well.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分 25 分)
Three hours unconsciously passed and the deadline was up. They took a step back and started admiring their
accomplishment. It's an extraordinary five-layer cake with an incredible mix of flavors and impressive decorations,
displaying their beautiful journey together as friends. Drawing inspiration from their idol, Chef Bella, they sought
to create not just a cake, but a great work of art. With dusted faces and flour-covered aprons, they looked at each
other nervously, wondering whether they had done enough to win over the judges.
The judges began their round of tasting and assessments. When the judges approached to sample their cake,
they held their breath. Every bite the judges took, every whisper they shared intensified their anxiety. After what
seemed like a century, the result was announced: “The winners are Sarah and Anthony!” Their hearts expanded
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with happiness as they hugged each other tight, holding back tears of joy. Their hard work finally paid off, and
they would soon stand in the same kitchen with their beloved Chef Bella.
听力原文
Text 1
W: What's this on the menu? Salad, steak ... Is that raw steak?
M:Yes, you can eat steak raw. It's cut into very thin pieces. You should try it.
Text 2
M: Sandra, did you see this email from Ted? He wants a meeting, tomorrow, 10 a. m. on Saturday.
W:Check your inbox, Ben. It was an error. He sent a follow-up last night just before we finished.
M: Oh, that's good! I'm going to the lake this weekend.
Text 3
M: Lily, you know we used to do cooking competitions when we were young?
W: Yeah, I’ll never forget your chocolate cake!
M: Well, I've signed little Timmy and Grace up to take part at the community fair.
W:Timmy's apple pie needs a bit of work but Grace's banana bread is always popular!
Text 4
M:I took my car for a service yesterday, and the engine was old and needed replacing. I'm glad I didn't wait.
W:Wow. It's better to be safe than sorry, especially with your car.
M: Absolutely. They fixed the issue, checked the lights, and even gave me advice on improving fuel efficiency.
Text 5
W: Wow, your garden is really blooming! Are those roses?
M: Yeah, and I'm hoping to plant some sunflowers.
W: They'll look good. It must be so relaxing out here tending to it.
M:It keeps me occupied and lowers my stress levels.
Text 6
W: Mark, did I see you at the jazz festival last weekend?
M:Probably, I was playing with my band on one of the side-stages. Did you have a good time?
W: Ahhh! I thought it was you! Your band was fantastic! We were there to see Tony Tee and The Trumpets mainly.
Wow! What a set!
M: Yeah, they were great! I encountered Lucas, Tony's primary assistant backstage.
W: Wow! What was he like?
M: I was nervous and thought he might be cool but he was actually quite funny. It was so memorable.
Text 7
M: Your presentation was great. I'd never thought about our marketing strategy like that, and it really convinced
me that it needed to be changed.
W:I appreciate that. I was very nervous, especially when discussing our social media initiatives. I just took that
energy and did my best.
M:Really? I thought your delivery was genuinely confident and well structured.
W: It's the art of misdirection! I used the data to direct everyone's attention away from me.
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