江苏省南京市六校联合体2024-2025学年高一下学期期中调研英语试卷
学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________
一、听力选择题
1．What language is the woman best at
A．Spanish. B．German. C．Chinese.
2．Where will the speakers probably be at 2:00
A．At the cinema. B．At the library. C．At the park.
3．Why won’t the man accept the job
A．It isn’t well paid.
B．He can’t receive training.
C．The office is far from his home.
4．What are the speakers talking about
A．The weather. B．A weekend break. C．A beach trip.
5．What does the woman think of Joan
A．Hard-working. B．Talented. C．Experienced.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6．What does the woman want to do
A．Buy a book. B．Copy some documents. C．Meet her English teacher.
7．What might the man eat
A．Noodles. B．Pizzas. C．Pancakes.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．What does Alfonso want to do next year
A．Set up his business. B．Take up a new hobby. C．Look for a new job.
9．What is the probable relationship between Alfonso and Cara
A．Business partners. B．Husband and wife. C．Employer and employee.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
10．What will the woman do on the 8th
A．Book a room. B．Check in at the hotel. C．Check out of the hotel.
11．How much should the woman pay in total
A．$405. B．$420. C．$450.
12．What is inaccessible at the hotel now
A．The fitness center. B．The swimming pool. C．The free Wi-Fi.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
13．What is the man responsible for
A．Selling goods.
B．Receiving orders.
C．Handling after-sales issues.
14．What happened to the woman
A．Her order arrived late.
B．She placed a wrong order.
C．The company sent her a wrong product.
15．What does the woman decide to do with the coffee pot at last
A．Return it. B．Exchange it. C．Keep it.
16．Who is the woman expected to meet on Monday morning
A．The man. B．The manager. C．The delivery man.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17．Where did the speaker volunteer during her gap year
A．At a national park. B．At a diving center. C．At a school.
18．How did the speaker mostly contact her family
A．By writing letters. B．By posting blogs. C．By making phone calls.
19．What was the speaker’s unexpected challenge
A．The language. B．The food. C．The weather.
20．What is the speaker’s opinion on taking a gap year
A．Beneficial. B．Difficult. C．Necessary.
二、阅读理解
The New York Public Library is here to help you learn and connect with your community through our various free events. The events to be conducted in March are listed below.
College and Career Pathways: Personalized Advice for Teens
Are you struggling with planning out the next steps, for college or jobs or skill building Meet one-on-one with a librarian to get some guidance, tips, and resources! You can schedule a virtual appointment at calendly.com/nyplcollegeandcareer. Appointments are 30 minutes long and conducted in English.
Date and Time: Wednesday, March 5, 2025, 1–2 PM
Location: Baychester Library
Recording Studio Access Workshop
This is a course where teens can learn the basics of how to operate our recording studio. At the end of the workshop, the teens are able to take the Recording Studio assessment (评估). Upon passing the assessment, you will receive a Studio Card and be able to book time in our recording studios independently! By registration (注册) only!
Date and Time: Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 5–6 PM
Location: Parkchester Library
Cool Down: A Restorative Space for Middle Schoolers
Cool Down is an open space for pre-teens in middle school to relax after a long day. We’ll be doing various activities proven to reduce stress such as journaling, gaming, drawing, and various DIY crafts (手工艺) and encourage imagination.
Date and Time: Thursday, March 20, 2025, 6:15–7:15 PM
Location: Riverdale Library
Creative Crafts: Earth Day Art Project
We challenge our teens to create something unique and wonderful from preexisting items like magazines, plastic water bottles, tin cans, and more. All supplies will be provided. First come, first served.
Date and Time: Saturday, March 29, 2025, 3:30–5:30 PM
Location: Soundview Library
21．Which library will a teenager seeking decision support probably head for
A．Baychester Library. B．Parkchester Library.
C．Riverdale Library. D．Soundview Library.
22．What is a requirement for those interested in recording operations
A．Taking a test. B．Owning a Studio Card.
C．Signing up to participate. D．Making appointments beforehand.
23．What do the last two events have in common
A．Both supply the materials needed. B．Both involve creative activities.
C．Both are designed for pre-teens. D．Both are scheduled for the weekend.
Our first introduction occurred while I was teaching a nursing course at the care center. “You need to meet our new resident, Ruby!” the charge nurse said. I simply said hello to the eighty-nine-year-old lady, and five years later we are what Ruby refers to as BFFs (Best Friends Forever).
Over the years, I have realized that in an intergenerational friendship such as ours, each generation has so much to learn and teach each other. Ruby was also a nurse. I loved to hear about her nursing practice, and she was always eager to hear about today’s advances in healthcare.
One day, I picked up all four of my grandchildren to visit Ruby. The next intergenerational friendships were born. Over the next few years, I witnessed the happiness that the children and Ruby shared. They developed a mutual love for each other that I wished we could recreate for other elderly people. This thought stayed with me until I retired from nursing a few years later.
I spent the next eight months creating Ms. Ruby and the Gigi Squad: Friendship Comes in All Ages. This labor-of-love book records the many fun events the children created for Ruby over the years. They held surprise birthday parties, tea parties, and took her to school musicals.
This book has taken my life by storm as it has received diverse awards and brought many opportunities to publicly speak about intergenerational friendships.
My vision for the book was originally on a smaller scale and written to encourage families with children to visit an older adult. I was in awe when entire schools began approaching me to use the book for service projects. One activity that I included in the book, titled The Sunshine Bag Project, took off, and children began giving the elderly these special bags that included letters, cards, and small treasures.
It was also a joy to know that in the next chapter of life, I could continue to make a difference to others — all because I had the courage to step out of my comfort zone and take a wonderful step toward authorship.
24．What has the author learned from her relationship with Ruby
A．Older adults are lonely and in need of care.
B．Nurses are more likely to develop friendships.
C．Advanced healthcare can bridge generation gaps.
D．Friendships serve as a source of learning across ages.
25．What is the main theme of the author’s book
A．The joy of intergenerational friendships. B．The benefits of friendships.
C．The importance of providing healthcare. D．The creation of fun events.
26．How did the book impact on society
A．Schools promoted children’ s reading. B．Children started befriending the elderly.
C．More authors wrote stories about elders. D．Service projects gained great popularity.
27．What is the significance of the book for the author
A．It provided her with financial stability. B．It helped her reconnect with old friends.
C．It enabled her to contribute to others’ lives. D．It made her childhood dream come true.
Smart driving, which has been a buzzword in China for quite some time, is gaining further attention, as the government and car companies have called for cautious use of the vague (模糊的) term.
Vehicle automation is divided into six levels, from Level 0 to 5, according to the Society of Automotive Engineers. Functions available in passenger vehicles in China are Level 2, usually known as driving-assist functions, but many carmakers refer to them as smart driving in marketing campaigns, which sound more advanced than they actually are. A great number of car buyers tend to buy into the hype (炒作) as well, believing that their cars are capable of autonomous driving, which in fact belongs to Level 4 or 5.
At a technology meeting on Wednesday, Voyah CEO Lu Fang said carmakers should let car buyers know the capabilities of the specific models they choose. “Safety is the baseline. They must know what their vehicles can do. Also, you shall never confuse them with those vague ideas,” said Lu. “The very purpose of tools of transport is to move things and people from point A to point B safely. So safety is a topic you can never avoid.” he said. In a previous interview, Lu said he sometimes got angry at the videos that went viral online, where some bragged about how smart their vehicles were.
“Safety is the best policy.” said Yu Chengdong, a Huawei executive, when he introduced new models on Wednesday. On the same day, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology organized a meeting and told automakers that they must thoroughly test advanced driver assistance systems, clearly define system boundaries and safety response measures, and avoid misleading marketing. They must also fulfill their duty to inform users, and take full responsibility for product quality and safety.
Since last year, the popularity of smart driving technologies have seen explosive growth. In 2024, 8.67 million passenger vehicles in the Chinese market were delivered with Level 2 systems, accounting for more than 41 percent of the total.
28．Which level should a car at least reach to have the ability to drive autonomously
A．Level 0. B．Level 3. C．Level 4. D．Level 5.
29．Why do carmakers call Level 2 functions smart driving in marketing
A．To accurately describe the functions of their vehicles.
B．To follow the industry standards of smart driving vehicles.
C．To make their products seem more advanced and attractive.
D．To confirm Level 2 functions are actually equal to smart driving.
30．Which can replace the underlined phrase “bragged about” in paragraph 3
A．Showed off. B．Complained about.
C．Reflected on. D．Commented on.
31．What can be learned from the passages
A．More car buyers will be misled by smart driving carmakers.
B．The government’s measures will stop the hype of smart driving.
C．The development of smart-driving technologies will slow down.
D．Carmakers continuing misleading consumers might be punished.
If you’ve long assumed that you must rid yourself of delicious foods to be healthy, a new study offers encouraging news: Eating dark chocolate has been associated with a reduced risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
The research did not prove that the chocolate itself was responsible for this health benefit; it could be something else about the people who ate dark chocolate that made them less likely to develop diabetes. And dark chocolate should not be considered a “magic bullet” for preventing diabetes, said Dr. Sun, a professor of nutrition from Harvard.
But the findings do build on a larger body of research demonstrating links between dark chocolate consumption and reduced risks of certain health conditions like high blood pressure.
“The results”, Dr. Sun added, “suggest that a little dark chocolate can be part of a healthy diet”. In the mid-1980s and early 1990s, researchers began studying three groups of mostly white health professionals. Every four years, the more than 190,000 participants completed detailed diet questionnaires, which asked how often they consumed chocolate.
Beginning in 2006 and 2007, depending on the group, the researchers tweaked (调整) the questionnaires to ask how often participants ate dark chocolate and milk chocolate. They followed the participants’ health for up to 34 years. During that time, nearly 19,000 participants developed Type 2 diabetes.
After adjusting for other aspects of their lifestyles, such as exercise, alcohol consumption, as well as their age and family history of diabetes, the researchers found that people who consumed at least five servings of any type of chocolate per week had a 10 percent lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes compared with those who rarely or never ate chocolate.
But when they drilled down into the data from the nearly 112,000 people who provided details on the types of chocolate they consumed, the researchers found an even more striking result: Those who consumed at least five servings of dark chocolate per week had a 21 percent lower risk of developing Type 2 diabetes than those who consumed dark chocolate less than once per month.
32．Which statement would Dr. Sun agree with
A．Dark chocolate alone can not prevent diabetes.
B．Dark chocolate can be eaten in large quantities.
C．Chocolate is likely to directly prevent Type 2 diabetes.
D．Milk chocolate and dark one have equal health benefits.
33．How did the researchers carry out the study
A．By tracking people with a family history of diabetes.
B．By observing participants’ chocolate-eating habits.
C．By performing experiments and making comparisons.
D．By conducting surveys and making adjustments.
34．In which section of a newspaper might you read this article
A．Diet & Culture. B．Health & Science.
C．Food & Lifestyle. D．Sports & Exercise.
35．Which can be the best title of the passage
A．Dark Chocolate: A New Cure for Diabetes
B．Dark Chocolate: A Promising Healthy Diet
C．Could Dark Chocolate Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes
D．What’s the Link Between Dark Chocolate and Health
When you evaluate (评估) what subject or degree to pursue, it’s always useful to consider your future after graduation. 36 We’re here to assist with some advice on matching your study path with your career and have some suggestions on finding your path if you’re not sure.
Evaluate your skills and interests.
A good start for planning your study and career is to evaluate your interests and strengths. List your favourite hobbies and interests. Make sure to start the process long before you apply to universities. 37 You may be very good at maths and science, perform well in biology, or have excellent creative abilities. These all help to develop an idea of a possible study and career direction.
Explore subjects, degrees and careers.
You must be prepared to do some work and research to discover what is available in different fields and the associated degrees needed for a career. It is important to remember that not all degrees apply to only one specific field or area of work. They can be transferable (可转移的). 38
Develop a career plan and set study goals.
With a sense of your skills, interests and academic path, the next step is to create a plan of action. 39 These goals should be in keeping with your skills, attributes (特质) and personality. That way, they’re achievable. Make a list of the key things that you hope to achieve within a given time frame.
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It’s up to you now. You are well on your way to finding the path to your desired career. It’s always a big step in deciding what to do and study. However, with the knowledge of what’s required to achieve your goals and an understanding of who you are, you can make informed choices.
A．Make your decision.
B．Understand entry requirements.
C．Remember to add a wider set of goals to your plan.
D．Don’t forget that new jobs are being developed and created.
E．It can help you understand what is needed for particular career paths.
F．Academic degrees, such as a BA, can open up opportunities in many fields.
G．Once you have made your list, match it with your skills, knowledge, and academic strengths.
三、完形填空
One cold winter evening, my keys slipped from my pocket and disappeared into the snow. 41 , I found myself at a loss outside my apartment building. 42 set in as I realized I couldn’t get inside. The cold wind bit at my skin, and my mind went blank.
Just as helplessness began to creep in, a stranger 43 me. He was wrapped in a heavy coat, his breath 44 in the cold air. “Need a hand ” he asked, noticing my anxiety. Without waiting for an answer, he knelt beside me and began searching the snow.
Minutes passed, and just as I was about to give up, he let out a joyful laugh. “Got them!” he exclaimed, holding up my keys. 45 washed over me, and I expressed my gratitude to him. To my surprise, he smiled warmly and said, “Pay it 46 ,” before walking away.
The next day, I was walking past a café, noticing an elderly woman 47 to open the door when a warm idea 48 me. I held the door open for her and offered a smile. She thanked me and I felt a strange sense of 49 . Later that week, I saw a young mother had trouble with groceries and a crying child. I 50 to her generously, and her grateful smile 51 the kindness I had received.
That simple act of kindness from a stranger produced a series of 52 . As for me, it served as a 53 that even in moments of failing, a small gesture can 54 someone’s day. Kindness, as it turned out, was a ripple (涟漪) effect that could 55 endlessly.
41．A．Obviously B．Suddenly C．Consequently D．Eventually
42．A．Anger B．Panic C．Shock D．Shame
43．A．neared B．cornered C．located D．stopped
44．A．smelly B．slight C．fresh D．visible
45．A．Confusion B．Anxiety C．Relief D．Confidence
46．A．back B．off C．forward D．out
47．A．hesitating B．struggling C．volunteering D．managing
48．A．signaled B．seized C．crashed D．struck
49．A．community B．accomplishment C．belonging D．responsibility
50．A．reached out B．turned out C．let out D．came out
51．A．affected B．mirrored C．defended D．ensured
52．A．potentials B．opportunities C．rewards D．reactions
53．A．memory B．proof C．reminder D．warning
54．A．lengthen B．brighten C．weaken D．strengthen
55．A．occur B．remain C．spread D．vary
四、语法填空
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。
Natural disasters are events caused by natural phenomena, resulting in significant property damage, environmental destruction, 56 (injure) and even loss of life. These disasters at large 57 (classify) into weather and climate-driven events and earth-driven events.
Weather-related disasters often result from extreme weather conditions, among 58 heavy rainfall from hurricanes and typhoons give rise to severe flooding. Earth-driven disasters, on the other hand, originate from geological processes. Volcanic eruptions release lava flows and 59 (poison) gases, endangering surrounding communities.
The impact of natural disasters extends beyond immediate destruction, destroying economies and leave people homeless. After such events, when 60 (face) with challenges in providing emergency relief, rebuilding infrastructure（基础设施）, and supporting affected residents, communities are always on the go. Worse still, 61 (follow) a disaster, many victims will suffer from long-term mental problems.
62 we cannot prevent these events, we can take active steps to prepare for them and minimize their impact.
In an attempt 63 (relieve) the effects of natural disasters, societies must make good preparations, including early warning systems which will keep residents informed 64 potential disasters, emergency response plans and disaster-resistant buildings. Additionally, education and awareness campaigns can help communities have 65 better understanding of the risks and how to respond effectively.
五、书信写作
66．近年来，AI盛行。尤其是随着Kimi，Quark，DeepSeek等App的出现，有学生利用AI完成作业。假如你是李华，请你给《二十一世纪学生英文报》Campus Life栏目写一份题为Smart Use of AI Tools的倡议书。
内容包括：
(1) 描述现象及危害；
(2) 提出使用建议；
(3) 发出倡议。
注意：
(1) 词数80左右；
(2) 开头已给出，不计入总词数。
Smart Use of AI Tools
Dear fellow students,
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六、书面表达
67．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。
Last summer, my friend Jake and I decided to go on a weekend hiking trip in the Rocky Mountains. We were both experienced day hikers but had never ventured deep into the wilderness alone. Excited for the adventure, we packed light — just a couple of water bottles, some snacks, a first-aid kit, and a lighter. We didn’t bother with a map, compass, or extra clothing, assuming the marked trail would be enough. That decision nearly cost us everything.
We started early in the morning, following a well-known trail that promised stunning views of the valley. The weather was perfect — clear skies and a gentle breeze. By noon, we reached a high viewpoint where we could see endless green valleys and sharp mountain peaks. Jake shouted excitedly, his voice echoing through the mountains. I laughed confidently, feeling completely safe.
Then, everything changed.
Dark clouds rolled in faster than we expected. Within minutes, the sky turned black, and a cold wind swept. Before we could react, rain poured down. The trail, once dry and easy to follow, turned into a slippery, muddy mess. We tried to hurry back, but visibility dropped to almost zero.
After an hour of stumbling through the storm, we realized we were no longer on the trail. The markers had disappeared, and our phones had no signal. Jake suggested we keep moving downhill, hoping to find a road or a ranger station (公园管理处). But the terrain (地形) was steep and dangerous, with loose rocks and fallen branches blocking our path.
As daylight faded, the temperature dropped dangerously low. We were wet and cold. Jake, trying to stay calm, suggested we find shelter for the night and wait for daybreak.
We spotted a small overhang of rocks — not quite a cave, but enough to block some of the rain. Using the lighter, we managed to start a weak fire. It wasn’t much, but the flickering flames gave us hope.
注意：
(1) 续写词数应为150个左右；
(2) 请按如下格式作答。
The awful night rolled slowly away and it tested our limits.
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Finally, dawn came and the rain stopped.
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江苏省南京市六校联合体2024-2025学年高一下学期期中调研英语试卷参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 A C A A B A B C B C
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 A A C B B C B B C A
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 A C B D A B C C C A
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 D A D B C E G F C A
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 C B A D C C B D B A
题号 51 52 53 54 55
答案 B D C B C
1．A
【原文】M: You speak three foreign languages!
W: Well, my Spanish is pretty good, but I’ve forgotten a lot of my German.
M: And I can’t believe you know Chinese!
W: Hmm ... just enough to get by really.
2．C
【原文】W: I can’t wait to see the movie.
M: Shall I pick you up at about 1:00
W: Actually, I’ll still be at the library at that time. Let’s meet halfway at 2:00 in front of the park.
M: That’s settled then.
3．A
【原文】W: Are you going to take the job
M: Well, they will offer me some training, and the office is not far from my home, but the pay is low. So I’m going to turn it down.
4．A
【原文】W: It’s turned cold really early this year. This time last year, I was still going to the beach.
M: Well, this is hardly beach weather! Although, I saw on the forecast it will be much warmer starting from the weekend.
5．B
【原文】M: Rita is really good at singing, acting, and dancing.
W: Well, that’s because she’s been practicing all her life. But look at Joan, she’s a much better performer because of her natural talent and creativity.
6．A 7．B
【原文】M: Shall we go to the bookshop first You said you wanted to get a book.
W: Actually, my English teacher gave me a spare copy. But there’s a novel I wouldn’t mind getting.
M: OK. Shall we get something to eat after that
W: Good idea. But I don’t like to go to that noodle restaurant this time. I want to go to that place selling pancakes. And they also have pizzas, which you will like.
M: Sounds good.
8．C 9．B
【原文】W: Hello, Alfonso. You look really well. What’s new
M: Hey, Maya. My main news is that I want to change jobs next year. I want to have more time for my painting hobby.
W: Roberto said you hoped to buy his house. Is that right
M: Yes. Roberto’s place is much bigger than our home and there’s room for a painting studio. Plus Cara says she wants to turn the storeroom into an office.
W: Great! How are Cara and the children doing recently
M: Very well.
10．C 11．A 12．A
【原文】W: Good morning! I want to book a single room for three nights, from the night of 5th to the night of 7th.
M: Wonderful. We have a single room available for your dates. The rate is $150 per night, including taxes. And you can get a 10% off this month. Would you like to go ahead and book that
W: Sounds perfect. Can you tell me a bit about the facilities included
M: Of course. All our rooms include free Wi-Fi and access to the swimming pool. But our fitness center is under repair now.
W: That’s OK. I’ll take it.
M: Excellent choice. May I have your name, please
W: Sure, let me just write that down for you.
M: Perfect, Ms. Rodriguez. Your reservation is all set. Enjoy your stay at the Grand Plaza Hotel!
13．C 14．B 15．B 16．C
【原文】M: Hello, Coffee Pot Galore customer services. Julio Sanchez speaking. How can I help
W: Hello. Can you put me through to your manager, please
M: Oh, I’m sorry, but she’s not at her desk at the moment. Maybe I can help you
W: I ordered a new, yellow coffee pot and it arrived today. But it’s not yellow! It’s purple.
M: Oh, OK. Do you have the order number there, Madam
W: Yes. It’s 20241203A001.
M: One moment, please. Ah, yes. I see the problem. Order number 20241203A001 was for the purple coffee pot with the product number TP12FS. The yellow one you wanted is TP12SF.
W: Oh, I see. I must have made an error when I was ordering. I’m afraid I want to get my money back!
M: We can send you a yellow pot and the delivery person will pick up the purple one.
W: So I don’t have to send it back myself
M: No, not at all. The delivery man will be with you on Monday morning.
W: Oh. That’s very good. Thank you.
17．B 18．B 19．C 20．A
【原文】 W: I’m glad to be here to talk about my gap year, which took place over two decades ago. I decided to go to the island of Bali. I really wanted to volunteer at a national park, but I was too late to apply so I went for a job at a diving center. This turned out to be better than what I considered, like helping in a school.
When it comes to packing, obviously you need your travel documents, your phone and charger. Then think about any medicine you might need. How did I stay in touch with family When I first arrived, I wrote a letter every week. They took at least four weeks to arrive though. Then, when I met someone else who had a blog, I realized that that’s the thing to do. A phone call is nice, but the time difference can make that difficult.
There are lots of things you’ll need to adapt to when you’re in another country. The language of course. But luckily, so many people speak English. And I knew I’d struggle with the hot food. I hadn’t realized the effect the climate would have on us, though. Generally speaking, I really enjoyed my time away. It’s a good way to make friends, and you gain confidence too.
56．injury/injuries 57．are classified 58．which 59．poisonous 60．faced 61．following 62．While/Though/Although 63．to relieve 64．of/about 65．a
66．
Smart Use of AI Tools
Dear fellow students,
With the rapid development of AI technologies, many of us are using such tools as ChatGPT or DeepSeek to search for answers to our schoolwork, which not only harms our learning but also affects our thinking.
Therefore, I advocate using AI wisely in our study. For example, we can use it to explain complex concepts, improve our drafts, or generate study questions when necessary. In a word, it should be used to promote learning rather than replacing it.
Let’s try to be smart users of AI and use it to enhance our learning, not to shortcut our education.
67．范文：
The awful night rolled slowly away and it tested our limits. The wind roared, and every bustle in the bushes made our muscles tense. Was that just the wind or something more dangerous The tiny fire provided little warmth, only reminding us how cold we really were. We clutched our knees to our chest. Thoughts of my warm home and family made me regret our careless attitude. We had no emergency blanket, no extra food or water, no way to call for help and we could do nothing but pray the day broke sooner.
Finally, dawn came and the rain stopped. The world was deadly quiet, as if holding its breath. We staggered downhill, our bodies aching. Every step was a struggle. Then came the distant sound of an engine and we staggered toward it. My vision blurred with exhaustion, but the hope of rescue pushed me forward. When the ranger’s truck finally appeared, tears of relief and regret streamed down my cheeks. This experience taught me a valuable lesson that venturing into the wild required both good preparations and deep respect for nature.
