明德中学2025年上学期期中考试
高一年级英语试卷
第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15个小题；每小题2.5 分，满分37.5 分）
【答案】1. A2. B3. C
【答案】4. D5. A6. D7. C
【答案】8. A9. B10. D11.C
【答案】12. C13. B14. C15. D
第二节（共5个小题；每小题2.5 分，满分12.5 分）
【答案】16. E17. B18. C19. G20. F
第三部分语言运用（共三节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
【答案】21.C22.C23.A24.D25.B26.C27.A28.B29.B30.D
31. A32. C33. D34. B35. B
第二节（共10题；每小题1.5 分，满分15分）
【答案】36. which
37. length38. known
39. an40. living
41. Yet##But
42. irreplaceable
43. has disappeared
44. continuing
45. are left
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
46.
【答案】Dear students,
As WorldEnvironment Day approaches, I’m writing to call for your attention to our planet’s growing
environmental crisis. Polluted air, plastic-choked seas, and decreasing resources threaten Earth.
But together, we can make a difference. Start by making simple changes in daily life: turning offunused lights,
taking shorter showers, and bringing reusable bags when shopping. At school, let’s be mindful of paper usage and
participate in recycling programs. Beyond individual actions, we should also support community efforts like
neighborhood clean-ups and tree-planting activities.
Remember, protecting our environment isn’t just a one-day event—it’s an ongoing commitment. Every
small action adds up to create meaningful change. Let’s work hand in hand to build a greener, healthier future for
all.
The Students’ Union
第二节（满分25分）
47.
【答案】
“No!” shouted Rosa.Rosa’s small hands trembled as she slammed her chair back. Her eyes, wide and
glassy, were fixed on the floor like a cornered animal. “Grandpa’sdirty,” she whispered, her voice cracking. “He ...
he smells. His clothes ... all wrinkled and stained.”Tearsslid down her cheek, disappearing into the collar of her
dress. Roger’s face fell. “Rosa ...began, but the words faded into a sigh. Outside the room, Walterfroze. Then, his
slippers shuffledaway, leaving a trail of hollow footsteps. Then came the next day.
The students went to the school hall to find their grandparents.Rosa stood by the hall door, her hands sweaty.
Kids around her laughed, dragging grandparents to fun activities. Her heart raced. What if Grandpa didn’t come
She’d be alone. But what if he showed up looking messy She twisted the edge of her shirt sleeve nervously.
Suddenly, shiny shoes appeared. A tall man in a neat blue suit smiled! Grandpa Walter!He knelt, smelling clean,
not old. “Youare right, dear,” he said, “Youdeserve a grandpa who tries harder. Youare my reason to be a better
self.”
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高一年级英语试卷
时量：120 分钟 满分：150 分
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上，并将准考证号条形码粘贴在
答题卡上的指定位置。
2. 选择题的作答：每小题选出答案后，用 2B 铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。写在
试题卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。
3. 非选择题的作答：用黑色墨水的签字笔直接答在答题卡上对应的答题区城内。写在试题卷、
草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。
4. 考试结束后，请将答题卡上交。
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. What do we know about Tom
A. He’s just finished a piano lesson.
B. He loves playing the guitar.
C He plays drums in a band.
2. Where are the speakers probably
A. At a cafe. B. At a university. C. At an animal shelter.
3. How can the man’s recipe be described
A. It’s a reward. B. It’s a success. C. It’s a problem.
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4. What do the two speakers have in common
A. They enjoy reading. B. They are in the library. C. They have just finished a book.
5. What is the woman’s duty in the event
A. To make food. B. To play in the band. C. To give directions.
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。
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6. Why was it difficult to rescue the cat
A. It was too scared to move.
B. It was hurt by the branches.
C. It was in the top of a tree.
7. What did the man do to rescue the cat
A. He got a neighbor to help him.
B. He borrowed a ladder.
C. He climbed the tree.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8 What is the woman doing
A. Conducting an interview. B. Reporting some news. C. Organizing an event.
9. What is Charles Martin’s family mainly worried about
A. His health to become worse.
B. His efforts not to be recognized.
C. His neglect of his studies or family.
10. How does Charles Martin plan to remove his family’s concerns
A. By talking to his teacher. B. By involving his family. C. By quitting the project.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11. What are the speakers
A. A player and a coach. B. Football fans. C. TV sports reporters.
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12. What causes the current situation of the game according to the man
A. Bad defense. B. Poor passing. C. Certain players.
13. What does the woman think will happen at the end of the game
A. The home team will win. B. The visiting team will win. C. The game will end in a draw.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14. What is the main topic of the conversation
A. The working life. B. College experience. C. Hobbies.
15. How long has the man been at university
A. About four months. B. About six months. C. About nine months.
16. What is the biggest issue for the man
A. The stress of exams. B. The shortage of money. C. The loads of assignments.
17. When does the man find time to relax
A. On weekends. B. Right after exams. C. After part-time work.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. How did the speaker become a photographer in demand
A. By teaching in workshops. B. By starting a business. C. By taking odd jobs.
19. What challenge did the speaker face
A. The stress of taking perfect pictures.
B. Decreased interest in photography.
C. Constantly changing confidence.
20. What is included in the speaker’s future plans for his career
A. Taking photography trips abroad.
B. Expanding his photography business.
C. Learning more forms of photography.
第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分 50 分）
第一节（共 15 个小题；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 和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该
项涂黑。
A
FREE FAMILY DAY PASS
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National Trust
Looking for the perfect day out Whether you love peaceful woodland walks, bird watching, or discovering
new places surrounded by nature, the National Trust has something for everyone.
Thanks to this incredible offer, you can enjoy a FREE visit to a National Trust property of your choice. It will
give you the perfect excuse to gather your loved ones and explore the great outdoors.
HOW TO CLAIM
Cut out the voucher (代金券) below and present at your chosen National Trust location. Some National Trust
properties require advance booking, please check the property website for full details. Certain places are excluded
from this promotion, details can be found at reachforms.co.uk/nationaltrustpass.
FREE National Trust FAMILY PASS
1. This pass is single use and is effective once from the date of issue through to 31 December, 2025 inclusive.
2. This pass allows free admission at participating National Trust places for 2 adults and up to 3 children, or I
adult and up to 4 children. Adults are aged 18 or over; children are aged under 17 inclusive.
3. This pass is for standard admission only and excludes parking, group entity, paid transport, and any paid
events.
4. Only one pass per household will be permitted.
1. What can people enjoy with the National Trust’s offer
A. An outdoor activity close to nature. B. A birdwatching photography course.
C. An exploration to national museums. D. A visit to a treasure-themed exhibition.
2. How can one can get free admission
A. By purchasing a digital pass on a website.
B. By showing the voucher at the selected site.
C. By submitting an application on the website.
D. By joining as a member of the National Trust.
3. According to the passage, the pass ________.
A. allows free entry for a six-person family B. includes free transport and parking
C. is limited to one per household D. can be used more than once
B
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Ernest Owusu was 13 in 1980 when he was given the opportunity to appear in the audience of a BBC show,
and ask Thatcher how she felt about being called the Iron Lady. This encounter re-emerged in a BBC’s programme
recently.
At the time of their meeting, Owusu was on free school meals, living on a public estate in Brixton, south
London, where he and his sister were being raised by their mother Rose, a struggling hairdresser.
Now 57, Owusu looks remarkably similar even with a greying beard. But his life has been transformed. The
father of three is a human resources director, and the first black captain of the Addington golf club in its 110-year
history. As a black guy, it is about breaking the glass ceiling.
Speaking in its clubhouse, Owusu describes his rise in social status (地位) as a “Thatcherite Journey”. And he
says it began by asking the woman herself. “To this day it still has an impact. My confidence changed from that
sliding-door moment. Something about her connected with me.”
Thatcher told Owusu she enjoyed being called the Iron Lady. “I think it’s rather a praise, don’t you ” she said,
“Because so often people have said to me if you’re in your job you’ve got to be soft and warm and human, but you’
ve got to have a touch of steel.” Owusu recalls the moment, “I just remember her eye contact. She was answering
me, not the camera. She welcomed the question saying you’ve got to be firm in this world. And that stuck with me.”
After the show was broadcast, Owusu said he became “a little hero in Brixton for a good three months”.
Owusu added, “It all gave me extra confidence. Doors might not have opened so quickly. It was one of those key
moments to make you do things maybe you wouldn’t otherwise have done.”
4. What do we know about Owusu when he was 13
A. He met with Thatcher twice.
B. He joined a famous golf club.
C. He hosted a BBC’s programme.
D. He lived at the bottom of society.
5. What do the underlined words “sliding-door moment” in paragraph 4 probably mean
A. Turning point. B. Important decision.
C. Social status. D. Remarkable achievement.
6. Based on the text, what made a big difference to Owusu
A. Others’ treating him equally at work.
B. Others’ voting him a hero in Brixton.
C. Thatcher’s efforts to preserve his dignity.
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D. Thatcher’s faith in the necessity of toughness.
7. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text
A. The Art of Dialogue B. The Power of Confidence
C. A Life-changing Meeting D. A Status-improving Tale
C
In Hungary, every few months, a group of volunteers gather for the Plastic Cup, a competition where teams go
up against each other to collect as much rubbish as possible. “The name comes from the American Cup, a famous
boat race,” said the Plastic Cup’s project manager, Gergely Hankó, adding, “We have many volunteers, including
companies and decision-makers. Everybody is forming the team.”
The most recent Plastic Cup meeting was held on Hungary’s Lake Tisza and the Tisza River, the Danube’s
longest tributary (支流). Besides huge amounts of plastic like bottles, volunteers often fish out metal cans, tyres,
batteries and so on. Around 150 volunteers joined this cleanup, with one participant noting, “It’s always good fun
and we’re making friends and having fun while doing good.”
Nearly half of Earth’s surface waters are in river basins shared by at least two countries. These support around
40% of the world’s population. “Unluckily, there’s much pollution in every river globally. The Danube transfers
1,500 tons of plastic, the Tisza around 250 tons, and we can stop 100 tons per year,” Gergely said when stressing
the broader impact of the Plastic Cup project.
This year’s cleanup on the Tisza River also falls on Danube Day, a yearly event held across several European
countries to mark the signing of the Danube River Protection Convention. “What we can do is to collect and
remove plastic rubbish from the Tisza River and its tributaries, and we also have a monitoring system to keep the
pollution under observation,” said rs Antal from Hungary’s General Directorate of Water Management. “The
situation has improved a lot, which is good news, but a step towards a permanent measure would be whether we
could strengthen international cooperation.”
Agreeing with the opinion, Gergely said more cooperation would be needed between countries that share
surface waters. “We need everybody to clean up the Tisza basin and the Danube basin,” he said. “Every country has
to develop its Extended Producer Responsibility system and its Deposit Return system. Then you have to deal with
the producers, work on eco-design, reduce the packaging, and reduce the generated rubbish.”
8. How can the participants benefit from the competition
A. Have a larger social circle. B. Obtain more survival skills.
C. Be better at making decisions. D. Learn a rich knowledge of teamwork.
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9. Why are the numbers mentioned in paragraph 3
A. To draw more attention to the Tisza.
B. To indicate the necessity for the project.
C. To show the popularity of the competition.
D. To stress the shortage of the water resource.
10. What does the Hungarian government probably do in order to protect the Danube river
A. Organize daily cleanup activities. B. Establish their own Danube Day.
C. Force companies to pick up rubbish. D. Watch the pollution through a device.
11. What is necessary for a lasting solution to river pollution according to Gergely
A. Increasing the number of volunteers. B. Setting up more environmental events.
C. Strengthening international partnerships. D. Reducing the cost of cleanup operations.
D
In the UK there are about 12 million people suffering with hearing loss, and approximately 6.7 million could
benefit from hearing aids. However, only about 2 million people use them.
People with hearing loss may feel hearing aids are meant only for older people. They can feel a sense of
embarrassment, ageing and lack of confidence when wearing them. Besides, some people have no confidence in
hearing aids and believe they will not help, or will even make their hearing worse. Individuals sometimes believe
they will be dependent on their hearing aids, thus choosing not to use them out of desire for independence.
Therefore, people with hearing loss may turn to coping mechanisms such as excessively(过度地)turning the
volume up on their TVs.
In the UK, patients with hearing loss can obtain hearing aids free of charge through National Health
Service(NHS). However, the choice of style, manufacturer and level of technology may be limited and can also
involve lengthy waiting lists. There are a greater number of hearing aid options available in the private sector but
these can sometimes be expensive, which can be a prohibitive factor for individuals.
There are some negative perspectives about hearing aids, such as the appearance. Many people have the idea
that hearing aids are huge and noticeable. However, there are many different types of hearing aids such as invisible
ones in ear canals. The hearing aid selection is discussed with each individual at their hearing assessment, and the
correct hearing aids are selected according to their level of hearing loss.
There have been other advancements in technology such as rechargeable hearing aids. There is now wireless
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connectivity in many hearing aids, which enables hearing aids to be connected to mobile devices, tablets and
televisions, allowing direct audio streaming into hearing aids.
Undoubtedly, wearing hearing aids is very beneficial for well-being, allowing individuals to interact with
others and hear better. All of the advancements in technology in the future mean the functionality and comfort of
hearing aids will greatly increase, considerably improving the quality of life for more people with hearing loss.
12. What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A. What people with hearing loss should do. B. How older people respond to hearing aids.
C. Why some people avoid using hearing aids. D. Whether hearing aids will affect independence.
13. Which of the following may prevent people getting hearing aids from NHS
A. The cost can be higher. B. Patients may have to wait for long.
C. Many people have no access to the related policy. D. Some private sectors get hearing aids in advance.
14. What is mainly considered during the hearing aid selection process
A. The cost of the hearing aids. B. The individual’s personal preference.
C. The individual’s specific hearing loss. D. The appearance of the hearing aids.
15. What can we expect of the hearing aids in the future
A. They will be connected to more devices.
B. They will be made smaller and more fashionable.
C. They will enable users to interact more with others.
D. They will provide high-quality and better service for users.
第二节（共 5 个小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
A recent survey found a quarter of people aged 18 to 34 never answer the phone and nearly 70% prefer a text
to a phone call.
For older generations, talking on the phone is normal. However, phone calls on the mobile would have cost a
fortune in the past. ____16____
Without the habit of speaking on the phone, young people now feel awkward when taking phone calls and
some even fear the worst when their phone starts ringing.____17____ As our lives and working schedules get
busier, people have less time to call friends simply to catch up. Phone calls, then, are kept only for important news
in their lives.
This tendency is also seen in the workplace. Henry Nelson, a 31-year-old content creator, says it’s the tension
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connected with real-time conversations, possible awkwardness, and the pressure to respond immediately that makes
him hate talking on the phone.____18____
____19____ “I love it when my seniors at work call me. It’s more thoughtful than a text because it requires a
certain amount of effort, so I really know that my boss appreciates my opinion,” she says.
____20____ Some people may say this new communication tendency is further proof of young people being
overly sensitive, but it’s actually far from that. Twenty-five years ago, people were opposed to shifting from fax to
email, but the change has made communication far more efficient. Perhaps now it’s time to accept the power of text
and just as we gave up using the fax machine in the 1990s, we can leave the undesirable phone calls behind now.
A. Others argue that phone calls are still irreplaceable.
B. Over half believe unexpected calls signal bad news.
C. For example, he often delays answering calls for hours.
D. This pressure to multitask affects productivity negatively.
E. Thus, texters emerged around 2000, using calls only for emergencies.
F. Just as fax machines were abandoned, unwanted phone calls can now be phased out.
G. However, Ciara Brodie, a 25-year-old female supermarket manager, is against the flow.
第三部分 语言运用（共三节，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，
At an altitude of 4,700 meters in Himalayas, a pursuit of highly valued caterpillar fungus (虫草) is filled with
danger, yet the potential ____21____ make it a crucial effort for the local community.
One morning in 2019 as the sun’s rays painted the landscape, an urgent call ____22____ the calm. Tenzin
Wangyal, an experienced ____23____ with a mobile clinic, found himself at the front line of a critical situation. An
elderly man, weakened by the altitude, had ____24____ during his search for the precious fungus. ____25____ the
severity of the situation, Tenzin, with over a decade of ____26____, sprang into action. Upon ____27____ the
elderly man, Tenzin’s trained hands swiftly assessed the ____28____ condition—acute mountain sickness had a
serious effect. With care, he ____29____ the man’s condition and made the vital decision to take him to the safety
of the town below.
The journey down was a ____30____ of skill and nerve, but Tenzin’s steady hand and firm focus saw them
through. As they reached the town, an awaiting ambulance signaled the next phase of ____31____. The elderly
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man was smoothly ____32____, and the hospital’s expert staff ____33____, ensuring his full recovery.
Tenzin’s story serves as a(n) ____34____ example of resilience and the life-saving impact of medical care,
even in the face of nature’s ____35____.
21. A. risks B. costs C. rewards D. losses
22. A. ensured B. restored C. broke D. kept
23. A. doctor B. patient C. villager D. explorer
24. A. failed B. slept C. died D. collapsed
25. A. Stressing B. Recognizing C. Ignoring D. Mentioning
26. A. search B. marriage C. experience D. adventure
27. A. reaching B. passing C. curing D. knowing
28. A. normal B. critical C. previous D. mental
29. A. admired B. stabilized C. worsened D. suspected
30. A. reminder B. record C. mistake D. test
31 A. care B. climb C. study D. exercise
32. A. interviewed B. invited C. transported D. removed
33. A. gave in B. got away C. set off D. took over
34. A. complicated B. inspiring C. surprising D. ordinary
35. A. benefits B. challenges C. opportunities D. treasures
第二节（共 10 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。
As the largest rainforest in the world, the Amazon rainforest plays a vital role in maintaining the fine balance
of the Earth’s ecosystem. The Amazon River, from ____36____ the rainforest gets its name, is close to 6,400
kilometres in ____37____ (long)—roughly 100 kilometres longer than the Yangtze River. On its journey from the
mountains to the ocean, the river supports many different ecosystems. Of the 390,000 plant species ____38____
(know) to us, more than 40,000 can be found in the Amazon. The forest’s different levels support ____39____
unbelievable variety of wildlife. Each level of the forest forms its own little world, home to different kinds of
____40____ (live) things.
The Amazon rainforest, known as the “lungs of the planet”, is a treasure house of species that can be used for
food or medicine. ____41____ there is one major danger to these ____42____ (replace) plants and animals: us.
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Over the past 50 years, about 17 percent of the rainforest ____43____ (disappear) due to human activities such as
agriculture and cattle farming. With the impact of human activities ____44____ (continue) to grow and the list of
species in danger of extinction becoming longer, we ____45____ (leave) with a question: can we afford to damage
the “lungs of the planet”
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（满分 15 分）
46. 假如你是某国际学校学生会主席李华，世界环境日（World Environment Day）即将到来，请你代表学生
会以“爱护环境”为主题，写一封倡议信。要点如下：
1. 环境现状；
2. 保护环境的具体措施；
3. 号召全校同学积极参与。
注意：1. 词数 80 左右；
2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文流畅。
Dear students,
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
_______________
The Students’ Union
第二节（满分 25 分）
47. 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。
After Walter Bergen’s wife died, he was thrown into deep sorrow and loneliness. He paid no attention to
anything. His house fell into disrepair, with dust gathering everywhere and dirty dishes piling up in the sink. He
gave up cooking and survived on TV dinners and toast. His clothes went unwashed, and he neglected his personal
care, with a shaggy beard and messy hair.
His daughter, Melanie, was extremely worried. She drove to his house and pleaded, “Dad! This isn’t right.
You can’t stay e live with us.” But Walter shot back angrily, “I don’t want to live in your house. I’m fine.
Just leave me alone!” Melanie left, her heart heavy with concern.
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A few weeks later, Walter walked to the supermarket to buy his usual TV dinners and bread. As he crossed the
road, his mind elsewhere, he didn’t look either way. A car hit him, and an ambulance rushed him to the hospital. At
the hospital, Melanie exclaimed, “Dad! You’re not living alone anymore. You’re coming to our house.” Walter,
weak and defeated, finally agreed.
At Melanie’s house, her husband Roger wasn’t pleased. “Your father is dirty and always in a bad mood. Why
is he living with us ” he complained. Melanie firmly replied, “He’s my father. He’s old and heartbroken. He needs
to stay.” Roger sighed and said, “I understand.”
Rosa, Melanie and Roger’s daughter, was nine years old. One evening during dinner Melanie announced,
“Tomorrow, Rosa’s school has Grandparent’s Day.” Walter, curious, asked, “What’s Grandparent’s Day ” Melanie
explained, “The children’s grandparents visit the school, watch the kids’ activities, and play games with them. It’s
really fun.” Walter declared, “I’m Rosa’s grandfather. I’ll go.” Upon hearing this, Rosa jumped up, ran to her room
and locked herself in. Later that night, as Walter was about to go to bed and walked past Rosa’s room, he heard her
sobbing. Then followed Roger’s voice, “Rosa, stop crying, Grandpa is just going through a tough time.”
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1. 续写词数应为 150 左右；
2. 请按照如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1: “No!” shouted Rosa.
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Paragraph 2: The students went to the school hall to find their grandparents.
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