鲁教版2025年七年级上册英语新教材Unit 1 — Here and Now电子课本课文

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Unit 1 — Here and Now

Section A 1b & 1c — Listening Scripts

Conversation 1

Teng Fei: Hello?

Peter: Hi, Teng Fei. It’s Peter! What are you doing at the moment?

Teng Fei: Hi, Peter. I’m doing my homework.

Peter: Do you want to play volleyball at the sports park instead?

Teng Fei: I’d love to, but I’m working on something important.

Peter: Never mind then! Maybe next time?

Teng Fei: That sounds good!

Conversation 2

Mrs Clark: Hello?

Peter: Hello. May I speak to Adam, please? It’s Peter.

Mrs Clark: Hi, Peter. I’m afraid he’s not home yet.

Peter: Oh, is he still exercising at the park?

Mrs Clark: No, he’s shopping at the supermarket at the moment. Can I take a message?

Peter: Yes, please. Could you ask him to call me back, please?

Mrs Clark: Sure.

Peter: Thanks, Mrs Clark. Bye.

Conversation 3

Binbin: Hello?

Peter: Hey, Binbin. It’s Peter. What are you doing right now?

Binbin: Nothing much! I’m watching a film, but it’s quite boring.

Peter: That’s too bad. I’m thinking about playing volleyball at the sports park. Would you like to come?

Binbin: Of course!

Peter: Let’s meet at the sports park at ten, OK?

Binbin: Cool! See you then!

Section A 2a & 2d — Listening Script

Jane: Hi, Dad. How are you?

Dad: Hi, Jane! I’m fine. How’s life in Guangzhou?

Jane: We’re having a holiday here. Hao Yi and I are learning to make mooncakes.

Dad: That sounds great! Are you making them for the Mid-Autumn Festival?

Jane: That’s right! What about you? What are you doing?

Dad: I’m washing the car right now.

Jane: Is Mum there too? Is she feeling better?

Dad: Yes, her cold is gone. She’s gardening. Hold on. Here’s Mum.

Jane: Hi, Mum! How are you doing?

Mum: Good, thanks. It’s great to hear your voice!

Jane: Yours too! I’m happy you’re feeling better!

Mum: Thanks! Are you having fun in China?

Jane: Yes, I am. Hao Yi and I are making mooncakes and watching a TV programme about Chang’e. Oh, I have to help Hao Yi. Let’s talk later, Mum.

Mum: OK. Bye, darling!

Section B — Reading: What is happening in different time zones around the world right now? (1b)

It’s ______ in New York, USA. It’s early, but the city is getting busy! Many people are rushing to the subway. They are going to work. Bright yellow taxis are picking up and dropping off passengers. Some people are jogging, walking, and riding bikes in Central Park. Others are drinking coffee and eating breakfast in coffee shops.

In Nairobi, Kenya, it’s ______. Many people are working hard in their offices. Some people are shopping for gifts, such as paintings and bags, in the markets. Many others are walking in the parks and looking at elephants and giraffes. In this city, people live side by side with many wonderful animals!

It’s ______ in Chongqing, China. Some people are rushing to get home from work. But others are not in a hurry! They are enjoying the city at night. Lights are shining brightly across the city, and colourful boats are moving slowly down the river. People are eating delicious food, such as Chongqing hot pot and noodles.

Project — Draw a Group of Flats (Reading Text)

This is Sunny Flats. In this building, there are three floors. On the first floor, there are three flats. Now it’s eight o’clock. Let’s see what everyone is doing!

Liangliang lives in Flat 101 with his family. He’s painting. He likes painting flowers.

Miss Jones lives in Flat 102. She’s playing the piano. She likes piano music.

Mr Zhang’s family lives in Flat 103. Mr Zhang is watching TV, and his wife is exercising on a mat!

Telling China’s Story — Foreign Students Learning Chinese in China

An increasing number of foreign students are learning Chinese in China. What do they think about their language learning in China? Here is an interview with some of them.

Leonardo

I am from Italy. Some schools in my hometown have Chinese lessons. We learn a lot of grammar, but we don’t have many chances to speak Chinese. Now in China, I’m learning more about Chinese history and culture, and I speak Chinese every day.

Emily

I am from America. In my hometown, we only have two Chinese lessons each week. It’s not enough. Here, I have Chinese lessons every day and speak Chinese all the time. This experience helps me understand China much better.

Mira

I am from South Korea. I am majoring in Chinese. You know, teachers and students in my hometown speak Chinese with strong Korean accents. The situation here is quite different. Now I have some Chinese friends. We chat with each other in Chinese. I am doing my best to improve my Chinese pronunciation.