哈尔滨市第九中学校2023-2024学年高二下学期7月期末考试
英语试卷
(考试时间: 120分钟 满分 150分 共 5页)
第Ⅰ 卷 (满分 95 分)
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。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 does the woman think will get the post
A. Anna. B. Jane. C. Rachel.
2. What does the man think of the new play
A. Strange. B. Boring. C. Interesting.
3. Which hotel are the speakers going to book
A. The Westgate. B. The Laurel. C. The Crown.
4. How will the woman go to the show
A. By bus. B. By car. C. On foot.
5. Where does the conversation take place
A. In a bookstore. B. In a library. C. In a classroom.
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. When will the speakers arrive at the party
A. At 7:30. B. At 9:30. C. At 10:30.
7. What will the speakers do first
A. Prepare some food. B. Phone Sylvia. C. Go to their parents' house.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. What are the speakers talking about in general
A. A funny holiday. B. A newly married couple. C. A great wedding ceremony.
9. Where did Lisa ask Henry to marry her
A. At Henry's house. B. At Lisa's house. C. On a ship.
听第8段材料，回答第10至 12题。
10. What does Mike ask Susan to do
A. Meet a customer.
B. Drive him to the airport.
C. Make an appointment with a customer.
11. Why is Mike asking for help
A. He is too busy in his office.
B. He needs to pick up a customer.
C. He has a personal matter to deal with.
12. What probable relationship is Rebecca to Susan
A. Her secretary. B. Her sister. C. Her customer.
听第9段材料, 回答第13 至 16题。
13. What subject is Toward the World related to
A. Geography. B. Politics. C. History.
14. Where is Toward the World
A. In the study room. B. In the reading room. C. In the reserve room.
15. What do we know about Toward the World
A. It can only be used in the library.
B. It must be returned in a few days.
C. It can only be borrowed by teachers.
16. What will the woman probably do next
A. Take a lift. B. Walk upstairs. C. Leave the library.
听第10段材料，目答第17至20题。
17. How long did the speaker spend in making the desk
A. One week. B. Two months. C. Eighteen months.
18. Where did the speaker originally plan to put the desk
A. In the sitting room. B. In the hall. C. In the bedroom.
19. What advice does the speaker give to beginners
A. Use electric tools.
B. Develop skills fairly quickly.
C. Start with small and simple things.
20. What will the class do next
A. Make a list. B. Choose tools. C. Put up a shelf.
第二部分：阅读理解(共20小题：每题2.5分，满分50分)
第一节 (共15 小题; 每题2.5分, 满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，在A、B、C和D中选出最佳选项。
A
Whether you're hiking through Yellowstone or camping in the Ozarks, choosing the best backpacking stove(炉子) to take with you can make a big difference. Read on for some of our top picks.
Soto Windmaster 4rlex
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Sol o Stove Titan
The Solo Titan burns twigs, pine cones, leaves, and any other biofuels you may find out in nature, offering a safe and natural alternative to bumping gas. The Titan is considered mid-size, ideal for cooking for several people.
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Fire Map le Star X2 Cooking System
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Soto Amicus
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21. Which stove suits you best if you want a quick meal
A. Soto Amicus.
B. Sol o Stove Titan.
C. Soto Windmaster 4Flex.
D. Fire Maple Star X2 Cooking System.
22. What feature do Soto Windmaster 4Flex and Soto Amicus have in common
A. Easy setup. B. Wind resistance. C. Relative stability. D. Attractive appearance.
23. What is the text
A. An adventure travel report.
B. An outdoor travel guide.
C. An advertisement for facilities.
D. A cookbook for easy meals.
B
I like an organized, clean house. I am, however, often in the minority in the house.
Every time I walk in the front door and make the turn to hang my coat in the mudroom(A mudroom is a space set aside in a house where people can take off their outdoor clothing, remove their soiled shoes, store equipment), I f row n at the mess that meets my eyes. Lots of shoes littered all over the floor, along with slippers(拖鞋) and anything you can imagine. No matter how many times I attempt to restore the scene, this room immediately ends up back in mess.
The other day I started to think about why the mudroom is the most challenging room to keep in order. I came to the realization that it is because the mudroom is both the beginning and the end, it is the jumping off point to the adventures of our day and it is the storage ground when the sun sets. In turn, those four walls have become a holder of memories, and a museum of my family's treasures, as each item tells a story of those that I love most.
The bright white Nike high tops cast off on the floor belong to my oldest son, nearing12, presenting his emerging fashion sense. The worn black and blue runners introduce my youngest, a lively tornado in a 10-year-old's body.
The slippers belong to my husband. They were a Christmas present from the boys and me many years ago. During the colder months, it is the first thing that my husband does when he return s home from work, he slips on those grey wool slippers and continues to settle in. He loves and wears them so much that the initial pair wore right through the toe. He won't part with those treasures but now has a second pair; the exact same make and model.
Recently it occurred to me that my annoyance at the mudroom chaos is temporary. This disorder will last only a few years. The boys are getting older, and the toys and mess will move on... as will my sons eventually. This makes me sad for what I know will feel like a big loss. Each day that I see that collection of goods means that my house is full of love, energy, passion and family.
24. What does the author intend to tell us in paragraph 2
A. Intense desire to be clean.
B. Strong hate of the mudroom.
C. Ongoing struggle to maintain order.
D. Great tension between her and her family.
25. What can we learn from the author's reflection
A. Her regret and restart.
B. Her wonder and willpower.
C. Her frustration and forgiveness.
D. Her acceptance and appreciation.
26. Why does the story refer to the husband's slippers
A. To prove their comfort.
B. To show their emotional value.
C. To offer insight into his daily life.
D. To praise his money management.
27. What is the best title of the text
A. Loss Universal Gain!
B. Chaos Life's Loving Marks!
C. Litter Proof of Daily Routine!
D. Mudroom Family's Duty!
C
Reunions offer a chance to reflect on how much has changed. One happened in Hollywood when Here premiered(首映), bringing together the actors, director and writer behind Forrest Gump 40 years later for a new film. The stars were “de-aged” using new AI tools, making them more youthful in some scenes and enabling the filmmakers to see the transformation in real time while shooting.
With the use of generative AI in film making come things worth watching. The first is how AI will be used to tell new types of stories, as storytelling becomes more personalised and interactive. No one is quite sure how the nature of storytelling will change, but it is sure to. David Thomson, a film historian, compares generative AI to the advent of sound. When movies were no longer silent, it changed the way plot points were made and how deeply viewers could connect with characters. Cristbba l Valenzuela, who runs a company providing AI-enhanced software, says AI is like a “new kind of camera”, offering a fresh “opportunity to reimagine what stories are like”. Both are right.
Another big development to watch is how AI will be used as a time-saving tool. Generative AI will automate and simplify complex tasks like film-editing and special effects. For a glimpse of the future, watch Everything Everywhere All at Once, which won the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2023. It featured a scene that used a “rotoscoping” tool to edit out the green-screen background and make a talking rock more believable. It shortened into hours what might have otherwise taken days of video-editing.
What is also noticeable is more dramatic conflicts between creators and those running AI platforms. This year is likely to bring floods of lawsuits (诉讼) from authors, musicians and actors about how their works have been used to train AI systems without permission or payment. Perhaps they can agree on some sort of licensing arrangement, in which AI companies start paying copyright-holders.
It will probably be a few years before a full-length film is produced entirely by AI, but it is just a matter of time.
28. What can we learn about the film Here
A. It relates a story about youth. B. The theme of the film is reunion.
C. AI tools are employed in the film. D. It is adapted from Forrest Gump.
29. What does David think of AI's application in film making
A. Transformative. B. Destructive. C. Representative. D. Irreplaceable.
30. Why does the author mention the film Everything Everywhere All at Once
A. To show the high efficiency of AI tools.
B. To demonstrate the influence of the film.
C. To analyse a novel way of video-editing.
D. To praise the hard work behind the scenes.
31. What is the article mainly about
A. Conflicts between man and machine. B. AI's huge effects on film production.
C. Drawbacks of dependence on AI tools. D. Hot debate on the use of technology.
D
Women interpret emoji s differently to men, research suggests. Scientists say this is because these small digital pictographs can be ambiguous and be perceived differently by different people. The researchers surveyed 523 adults (49% men and 51% women) to review 24 different emojis. Each emoji --taken from Apple, Windows and WeChat platforms --represented one of the six emotional states labelled by the team: happy. disgusted, fearful, sad, surprised, and angry.
They found women were able to more accurately interpret happy, fearful, sad and angry emoji labels compared to men. No gender differences were observed for surprised or disgusted emoji, the team said. Dr Ruth Filik, associate professor in the School of Psychology at The University of Nottingham, said: “What I found most interesting and surprising is that there are so many individual differences in how people interpret these emojis.”
“It is important to note that the results reflect how often participants labelled the emoji in the same way as the researchers. So, we should think of the results in terms of there being differences across people in how they interpret emojis, rather than some people being better at it than others. We should keep these differences in mind when using emojis in our messages.” He added.
The researchers said that stylised images of faces expressing different emotions can add both nuance as well as potential ambiguity(歧义) to message s sent via texts, emails or even social media. To understand more about how emojis are interpreted, the team recruited270 people from the UK and 253 from China, who were aged between 18 to 84 years old.
Each emoji was assigned an emotion label by the researchers, which they say may not correspond exactly with the emoji as used in real life. In addition to gender, the team also found age to play a role in how emoji are interpreted, with younger adults faring better than the older ones in matching the emoji with their assigned labels. The researchers say ambiguity of emoji s is worth further research, “especially when communicating across gender, age, or cultures”.
32. Why are emojis interpreted differently according to paragraph 1
A. Emojis are taken from different platforms.
B. People's perception on emoji s may vary differently.
C. Varied emotional states are labelled to an emoji by itself.
D. The number of women involved in the study is more than that of men.
33. Which statement would Dr Ruth Filik most likely agree with
A. Women are better at interpreting emojis than men.
B. The meaning of the emoji s should be defined by researchers.
C. We should pay attention to individual differences in interpretation when using emojis.
D. Those interpreted the emojis in the same way as the researchers have done correctly.
34. What does the word “nuance” in paragraph 4 mean
A. Difference B. Similarity C. Familiarity D. Details
35. What's the author's purpose in introducing the study
A. To introduce an interesting phenomenon of online chatting.
B. To show that different emoji s have different meanings.
C. To prove that ambiguity of emojis is determined by one's gender, age and culture.
D. To remind people to pay special attention to the ambiguity of emojis.
第二节 (共5小题; 每题2.5分, 满分12.5分)
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出最佳选项，选项中的两项为多余选项。
Emotions play a critical part in our lives and are easy to spread among people unless you know how to actually control them. In order to grow and thrive, you must learn to be emotionally intelligent. 36
Focus Your Efforts On Self-evolution
Just like you, it is completely normal for everyone else to have their own beliefs and opinions. Keeping that in mind, it's better to understand that you cannot change others, no matter how hard you try. Even if you try changing others, you could be hurting yourself in the process. 37
Try Using “I” Statements
38 Use “I” statements like “I feel miserable and heartbroken” instead of “You make me feel miserable and heartbroken.” This approach conveys your emotions effectively without aggression, showcasing emotional maturity.
39
People sometimes interact with us as if we are mind readers, especially in relationships. Your partner may expect you to understand their desires, which can be challenging. Just as you aren't a mind reader, others aren't either. You need to communicate your needs to other people, and they need to do the same with you. Share your needs with your loved ones and observe the positive changes.
Avoid Negative People
You are known by the company you keep, and this is always true. 40 If surrounded by negative people that only bring others down, then you will always feel miserable. In order to be emotionally intelligent, you must have a good and supporting company by your side. Steer clear of people who emotionally manipulate others. Whenever you feel something like that, cut ties with them immediately.
A. Express Your Needs
B. Always Be A Mind Reader
C. If surrounded by happy and motivated people, you will always be happy.
D. When upset, express your feelings openly but in a non-aggressive manner.
E. The strategy in this stressful situation is to focus on others instead of yours.
F. Taking full responsibility for your action s is how you become emotionally mature.
G. Therefore, to enhance emotional maturity, self-development is the best course of action.
第三部分：英语知识运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节 完形填空(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四个选项(A、 B、 C 和 D )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。
My wife and I parked by a rough path the same time as a young man covered in tattoos(纹身). I 41 he was unfriendly, so we tried to 42 ourselves from him. But he struggled hard to 43 and wanted to talk some. We slowed down. He said he was recovering from a bad time in his life. We 44 left him in the dust, heading up the river.
Hours later we turned back 45 a flash flood had taken out the bridge. There he was again, following to 46 us. He shared a little more of his 47 . He lost his mother and sister in a car accident and he was permanently 48 too. We slowed down to the pace he could 49 for the whole way back.
He continued, “During much surgery and 50 I came to hate life...”Then he pulled up his shirt to show us a 51 life size tattoo from ne ck to waist. It was two ladies in a 52 light waving to him. “This is my mom and this is my sister,” he pointed. “They told me to stop hating everything. They loved me just as they always had and 53 me to live in love too!” He explained the brightly colored tattoo was the exact dream he had that day.
My 54 went away. It had painted a wrong picture of this wonderful person with a beautiful 55 . I learned more than he hoped to tell.
41. A. assumed B. remembered C. admitted D. confirmed
42. A. tell B. distance C. save D. free
43. A. turn away B. set out C. catch up D. settle down
44. A. politely B. secretly C. carelessly D. accidentally
45. A. though B. unless C. because D. before
46. A. impress B. interrupt C. persuade D. engage
47. A. target B. story C. plan D. journey
48. A. confused B. discouraged C. ignored D. injured
49. A. observe B. judge C. manage D. challenge
50. A. silence B. pain C. failure D. guilt
51. A. massive B. funny C. random D. popular
52. A. brilliant B. gentle C. weak D. sensitive
53. A. allowed B. begged C. forced D. expected
54. A. doubt B. sympathy C. prejudice D. resistance
55. A. reputation B. message C. appearance D. insight
第Ⅱ卷 (非选择题 满分 55 分)
第二节 语法填空 (共10小题,每题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。
Born in Suzhou in East China's Jiangsu province, Kunqu Opera distinguished 56(it) by the de tail of its rhythmic patterns and became widely popular during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). During Mid-Autumn Festival in the Ming and Qing dynasties, opera performing groups often gathered in Suzhou, 57 (stage) wonderful theatrical displays in ancient China.
Combining songs 58 (perform) in the Suzhou dialect (方言), attractive body movements, martial arts and dance, Kunqu Opera uses 59 endless variety of movements to express specific emotions. Meanwhile, 60 (grace) movements extend to the fingertips and unique melodies create rich and poetic worlds for audiences to enjoy.
Kunqu Opera held a dominant influence on many forms of opera in China thereafter, including Peking Opera, which is about 200 years old. Kunqu Opera is thus known 61the mother of all Chinese operas. In respect of this treasured history, UNESCO 62(acknowledge) it as one of the "Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of humanity" in 2001.
As a true 63 (reflect) of Chinese culture, stories in Kunqu Opera go beyond the bounds of time and space. The Peony Pavilion, written by playwright Tang Xianzu, 64is often compared to Shakespeare, is still loved by fans from around the world.
A living heritage is a lasting dialogue between the present and the past, and and Kunqu Opera is a perfect carrier 65 ( pass ) the legacies on for China's future generations.
第四部分：写作 (共两节 满分40分)
第一节 应用文写作(满分15分)
假设你是李华，在学校举行的“Capture Spring on Campus”摄影大赛中获得了一等奖。请向你的英国笔友 David 写信介绍此事，内容包括：
1. 活动目的; 2. 照片描述: 3. 参赛感受。
Dear David,
Best regards,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写(满分25分)
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文，
The peaceful little town Cherrywood Dale was made up of colorful houses, each one home to a warm-hearted family. The neighbors were the salt of the earth, always ready to lend a helping hand to one another. However, among them was an exception, an old man named Mr. Johnson, who lived alone in a small cottage.
Mr. Johnson was known for his excellent gardening skills. His gift for gardening had turned his backyard into a beautiful rose garden. However, his passionate devotion to gardening had left him with little time for personal life. His only company was his beloved roses.
Not far from Mr. Johnson's cottage lived a young couple, Tom and Emily. They were the complete opposite of Mr. Johnson ——lively and sociable, always up to something new and exciting. Their home was always filled with the sound of laughter and good cheer. They
had a young son named Charlie, who was Mr. Johnson's favorite neighbor. Charlie's infectious laughter and boundless energy brought some life to Mr. Johnson's quiet existence.
One day, Charlie decided to surprise Mr. Johnson by decorating his front yard for the upcoming Harvest Festival. He knew how much Mr. Johnson loved autumn and the changing of the leaves. Charlie enlisted the help of his parents and set to work, painting pumpkins(南瓜) and hanging decorations. They were so caught up in their creation that they ended up accidentally stepping on Mr. Johnson's prize-winning roses.
The next morning, Mr. Johnson came out of his cottage and saw the beautiful display, his face shining with delight. But his smile quickly turned into a frown when he saw the destroyed roses. He called over Tom and Emily, who were equally displeased by what had happened. They apologized sincerely, promising to replace the roses, but Mr. Johnson was unmoved. The once friendly neighbors became locked in an uneasy standoff(僵局). Charlie was heartbroken, not understanding why Mr. Johnson wouldn't accept their apology.
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。
Then one afternoon, Emily decided to make the first move.
Mr. Johnson was moved by the three's sincere understanding.
答案：
听力 1-5 BCABA 6-10BCBCA 11-15 CABCA 16-20 BBCCA
阅读理解：
21-23 DCC 24-27 CDBB 28-31 CAAB 32-35 BCAD
36-40 FGDAC
完形填空：
36-40 ABCAC 41-45 DBDCB 46-50 AADCB
语篇填空：
56. itself 57. staging 58. performed 59. an 60. graceful 61. as62. acknowledged 63. reflection 64. who 65. to pass
应用文：
Dear David.
I'm thrilled to tell you that I won first prize in our school's “Capture Spring on Campus” photography competition, whose aim was to motivate students to appreciate the beauty of nature and capture unforgettable moments of spring on campus.
My winning photo was taken in front of the library, where a cherry blossom tree was blooming. Pink petals were falling gently onto the ground while students sat on the grass reading or chatting. Not only did the winning boost my confidence in pursuing photography as a hobby, but it also inspired me to embrace the hidden beauty in school.
What about the spring on your campus Looking forward to your reply.
Best regards,
Li Hua
读后续写：
Then one afternoon, Emily decided to make the first move. She went to a local flower shop and asked around for the roses that looked like Mr. Johnson's. Immediately she managed to replace the destroyed roses and tended the delicate flowers cautiously with the help of Tom and Charlie. Seeing the thoughtful acts, Mr.Johnson finally realized that he overreacted that day and made an apology for his misbehavior. However, what the family cared most was whether what they did could make for his loss and cheered him up.
Mr. Johnson was moved by the three's sincere understanding. He made up his mind to take care of the roses together with the family. As the Harvest Festival approached, the flowers unfolded smiles gradually, which revived his garden. Mr.Johnson expressed how he loved the works of art Charlie created. He even invited the whole family to dinner in his cottage where laughter and happiness had never existed before. The roses, though once destroyed, brought Mr. Johnson something more precious—kindness and genuineness as well as an open heart.
听力原文：
(Text 1)
W: Anna's only been here a year. I'm sure Jane will get the post. She's been here five years. She's also well liked
M: Rachel is too, but she's fairly new....
W: Perhaps she and Anna will be promoted next time.
(Text 2)
M: Did you see that new play at the Odeon Theater
W: I saw about half of it. It was so boring and strange. I got up and left
M: If I didn't know better, I'd say we saw different plays.
(Text 3)
W: Which hotel shall we book
M: Well, the Westgate's close to us but it is too expensive.
W: But the Laurel's far away from the office. And we stopped using the Crown.
M: So let's choose the nearest one.
(Text 4)
M:Sam got a car, so he'll be able to pick you up to the evening show.
W:Oh, that would be good. I don't like taking the bus at night, and walking seems a little dangerous.
(Text 5)
M: Excuse me. I'm looking for a textbook by Professor Herrick for the science course.
W: Let me check... I'm sorry, it's sold out
(Text 6)
W: You haven't forgotten Sylvia's party tonight, have you
M: Of course not. There's plenty of time.
W:No, there isn't. The invitation says drinks are at 7:30 and it's 7:00 now. Even if we hurry we'll never get there on time. M: Relax. I've already told Sylvia we won't be there for drinks. Dinner won't start before ten and we only need to arrive half an hour before that, so there's no hurry.
W. I know, but we have to pick up our children from your parents' house on the way.
M: Yeah. Even so, there is no need to start right away.
(Text 7)
W:My sister Lisa finally got married with Henry last month.
M: Really That's really great news. Well, how long have they been seeing each other
W: Oh, it's been over one year. The funny part is how it happened.
M: Yeah
W: Listen. They were on holiday and one night while they were sitting on the ship, looking at the stars...
M: Ah,… let me guess. He pulled out a ring and asked her to marry him
W: No. The other way around. She asked him. Of course he immediately said "Yes". They are going to France for their honeymoon.
(Text 8)
M: Hi, Susan. This is Mike. Listen, could you do me a favor
W: Well, I'll try. What is it
M:I have an appointment with a new customer this afternoon, but I can't make it. Could you do it for me My sister Lily who lives in England has come to see me and I will pick her up at the airport, I really have to be out of the office this afternoon.
W: Well, in that case, of course I'll be happy to take over for you. I'll ask Rebecca to make a report and tell you how it goes.
M: That's OK. Thank you.
(Text 9)
M:Can I help you
W: Yes. My politics teacher asked us to read a book called Toward the World. According to the database, the book is in the library But I haven't been able to find it.
M: Let me see. Oh yes. Your professor has placed this book on reserve. That means, you can not find it on the shelves in its usual place. You need to go to a special room called the reserve room.
W:I'm sorry-I still don't understand what you mean by "on reserve".
M:When a book is on reserve, a student can go to the reserve room and ask the reserve librarian for the book. The student can have the book for a few hours, and he or she must read it in the library during that time. That way, the book stays in the library, and all the students can read it.
W: OK. Thank you. I understand now. By the way, how can I go to the reserve room
M: It's on the fourth floor, between the reading room and the study room. You'd better go up by the stairs, as the lift is under repair.
W: OK. Thank you.
(Text 10)
W: Hi. Well, it's great to see you all. When I suggested this class, they said women don't need a carpentry class. But when I saw it would cost six-month wages to employ someone to fix my kitchen cupboards, I decided to learn. That was 18 months ago. I've spent the past two months working on a desk, which I finished last week, I've decided to put it in the sitting room or perhaps the hall, although actually, my original plan was to use it in my bedroom, but now it looks so good that I don't want to hide it away! So, you see it's not too difficult.
First of all, I want to say a bit about equipment. Usually it's a good idea to buy the best quality you can afford. That doesn't mean you have to get lots of expensive electric tools. Hand tools are fine, they're slower of course, but you have more control at a slower speed. However, if you aren't very strong, the power of electric tools can be a real help.
The next point is, don't expect to make anything very big or difficult for the first few months at least. You need to develop your skills fairly slowly, If you don't, you'll make furniture which doesn't work well.
Now imagine you want to put up a shelf in the bathroom. Think carefully about what you'll need, and then we'll look at the lists together and see what you've forgotten! OK
