Part Ⅰ Writing

1、Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write an essay that begins with the sentence "People are now increasingly aware of the 'digital gap' or challenges the elderly face in a digital world." You can make comments, cite examples or use your personal experiences to develop your essay. You should write at least 150 words but no more than 200 words.

Part Ⅱ Listening Comprehension

Section A

Directions: In this section, you will hear two long conversations. At the end of each conversation, you will hear four questions. Both the conversation and the questions will be spoken on ……此处隐藏86823个字…… grapher in the Ming Dynasty of China. He spent over 30 years traveling throughout most of China, mainly on foot, and exploring many remote and desolate areas. He recorded his observations and research results in great detail, leaving valuable investigation materials for future generations. Through field investigations of many rivers, he corrected errors about their sources in the literature. In addition, he meticulously documented how topography, climate and other factors influenced plant growth, and vividly depicted the places of interest and local customs. His exploration records were compiled into the book Xu Xiake's Travels by later generations, which had a profound influence at home and abroad.