江苏省镇江第一中学等校2026届高三上学期8月期初学情调研英语试卷（含答案，无听力原文及音频）
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高三学情调研英语试卷
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，你将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。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. What will the man probably drink
A. Real coffee. B. Instant coffee. C. Hot chocolate.
2. What will the man do last
A. Visit the bank. B. Pick up lunch. C. Go to the post office.
3. What did the woman fail to see
A. A disabled person. B. A sign. C. A parking lot.
4. Why does the boy like sharks
A. They are great swimmers. B. They make funny sounds. C. They are very smart.
5. What is the time
A. 6:00 p. m. B. 9:00 p. m. C. 10:00 p. m.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. What kind of coffee does the man usually have
A. Italian. B. Brazilian. C. French.
7. Where are the speakers
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. In a coffee shop.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What was the girl’s most recent purchase
A. A dog toy. B. Some clothes. C. An ice cream maker.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Father and daughter. C. Shopkeeper and customer.
10. Which word can describe the girl’s attitude to money
A. Irresponsible. B. Wise. C. Greedy.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the woman’s mother live
A. In Spain. B. In Mexico. C. In America.
12. What do the speakers plan to do on November 2nd
A. Travel to Madrid. B. Visit some friends. C. Attend a holiday event.
13. When will the speakers leave New York
A. On October 22nd. B. On October 28th. C. On November 22nd.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where will the speakers most likely go swimming
A. In the pool. B. In the ocean. C. In the lake.
15. Why can’t the speakers meet up this coming Sunday
A. There will be a football game.
B. There will be a family party.
C. There will be bad weather.
16. What will the speakers most likely watch
A. An action movie. B. A comedy. C. A war movie.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Teammates. C. Family members.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. How did Whittle first learn about engineering
A. From school. B. From work. C. From his father.
19. What did Whittle do after having his idea for an engine
A. He joined the Air Force.
B. He gained the legal right of ownership.
C. He decided to study further in college.
20. Where was Whittle’s last home
A. Maryland. B. Coventry. C. Cambridge.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
4 Colleges With Four-Year On-Campus-Living Policies
Many colleges require first-year students to live on campus, and some even have strict four-year on-campus living rules. Of course, there are exceptions for off-campus living, such as married students,parents, daily commuters, or those who meet specific age or status requirements.
Franklin & Marshall College
As one of America’s oldest colleges, it places first-year students in three college houses: Ware, Bonchek, and Brooks. Each house has a resident director and teacher advisor living on-site to actively support students’ academic progress and personal growth. Student leaders organize regular social activities like pizza nights, study groups, and chats with graduates. Upperclassmen get housing through a draw system, choosing from apartments, wellness-themed dorms, or group housing options.
Ohio Wesleyan University
It has five residence halls (mostly mixed-gender) equipped with study rooms, shared kitchens, and laundry facilities. Students can join themed communities within residence halls, such as gaming, food lovers, or adventure. Freshmen are assigned roommates randomly, while upperclassmen can pick on-campus houses, apartments, or the newly built Bradford Milligan Hall specially for seniors.
Susquehanna University
All on-campus students must have meal plans, except upperclassmen living in certain townhouses.First-years stay in five main dorms; returning students can choose themed housing, standard dorms, or suite-style rooms. A beloved long-held tradition: seniors hike Mahanoy Mountain with the college president before graduation, a custom dating back to the 1800s.
Vanderbilt University
In Nashville, it has 31 residence halls and 18 dining spots across campus. First-years live in 10 houses with teacher advisors living on-site, enjoying activities like game nights and group discussions.The annual Commons Cup lets freshmen compete in studies, sports, and campus involvement. Upperclassmen may live off-campus if housing is full or they meet exception criteria.
21. What do Franklin & Marshall College and Ohio Wesleyan University have in common
A. Both offer themed housing options.
B. All their dorms are for single-gender.
C. Social activities are organized for seniors.
D. Neither has teacher advisors living on campus.
22. Which university holds an annual competition for first-year students
A. Franklin & Marshall College. B. Ohio Wesleyan University.
C. Susquehanna University. D. Vanderbilt University.
23. Who is the text most probably intended for
A. Dorm managers. B. Professors seeking housing.
C. College applicants. D. Graduates for further study.
B
Traditionally, business associates would get to know each other over a round of golf, but road cycling is fast catching up as the preferred networking way for modern professionals. A growing number of corporate-sponsored charity bike rides and city cycle clubs are providing ideal opportunities to talk shop with like-minded workmates and clients while discussing different bike frames. Many believe cycling is better than golf for building lasting working relationships or landing a new job because it is less competitive.
Peter Murray,a former architect, explains: “When you play golf with somebody, you have to decide if you’re going to beat them, or let them beat you. If they’re a client and you don’t want to beat them, you have to sort of cheat to lose. That’s not a good way.” Group cycling, especially long-distance riding, is a shared experience where riders work together, taking turns at the front to help others save almost a third of the effort. A keen long-distance rider, Murray founded the annual Cycle to Cannes in 2005—a six-day charity event where architects cycle 1,500 km from London to the MIPIM property fair in France each March, having raised 4.5m for charities.
Jean-Jacques Lorraine, a regular participant, says cycling reveals character: “Conversations flow easily. I often say things I wouldn’t normally, and others share things with me unexpectedly. Some riders are single-minded, others cooperative; some plan cleverly, others an open book.”
Simon Mottram, CEO of Rapha, notes long-distance cycling lifts mood, focusing on riding and companions. “The rhythm of fuelling, riding, celebrating eases life’s stresses.” Unlike quick post-work meals, long rides allow deeper connections and break the gap between higher and lower positions: “A younger rider might help a CEO, changing their off-ride relationship.”
Perhaps the most compelling reason why cycling is a good way to network is that, for many professionals, it’s a passion and a way of life they share. “It’s what we dream of while at our computers,” Mottram adds.
24. What does the first paragraph mainly tell us
A. Staff discuss frames more than work. B. Cycling becomes a professional social hit.
C. Corporate charities center on cycling. D. Golf was a popular networking method.
25. What is the main purpose of the annual Cycle to Cannes
A. To promote architects’ competition. B. To collect money for charitable causes.
C. To popularize long-distance cycling. D. To display various bike frames at a fair.
26. Why does Jean-Jacques Lorraine favor cycling for networking
A. It saves effort in long trips. B. It is a shared passion for many.
C. It lifts mood and eases stress. D. It shows character and eases talks.
27. What does the underlined word “compelling” in Paragraph 5 mean
A. Outdated. B. Similar. C. Convincing. D. Disturbing.
C
Driving in traffic can be extremely stressful. Walkers (行人) appear out of nowhere, cars suddenly pull out of parking spots, and roads become slippery due to rain or snow. Knowing when to stop and when to speed up in such cases is hard enough for a human driver, let alone a robotic one. But several carmakers— and a few tech companies—are working to convince drivers to let driverless cars take the wheel.
Without question, the most anticipated benefit of driverless cars is improved safety. Driverless systems will feature sensors that detect safety threats that human drivers might miss. Many carmakers already offer systems that warn drivers whenever they get dangerously close to other cars. Also, driverless systems have the benefit of increased efficiency. Driverless cars won’t waste as much gas as human drivers do, and guided by advanced GPS, they’ll always take the fastest route.
Although completely driverless cars won’t be on the market for several years, the technology behind them is already appearing in phases. Two examples are the Active Lane Keeping Assist option for Mercedes-Benz cars and Ford’s Traffic Jam Assist option. In the first option, the system warns the driver whenever the car crosses lane markings by causing the steering wheel to vibrate (振动). In the second option, the system helps the car keep pace with other cars while remaining in its current lane. The system is being developed to help relieve blocking on busy roads.
Several carmakers claim that they’ll produce driverless cars within the next decade. But critics aren’t so sure, warning that a completely driverless car must be able to make split-second decisions in even the most complex traffic situations. In addition, the car’s computer must become smart enough to know when to ask the driver to intervene to prevent an accident.
Full government approval won’t happen until driverless cars are proven safe. In the meantime,expect to see carmakers offer ever-smarter features on their new models.
28. How does the author introduce the topic of driverless cars in the first paragraph
A. By listing driving challenges first. B. By comparing two kinds of drivers.
C. By explaining driverless technology. D. By introducing carmakers’ plans.
29. What do sensors detecting missed threats suggest about driverless systems
A. They replace human drivers. B. They sense dangers better.
C. They work in simple cases. D. They need human help.
30. What do the two listed examples indicate in Paragraph 3
A. Fully driverless cars are near. B. Carmakers hesitate to invest.
C. Technology develops bit by bit. D. All driverless issues are fixed.
31. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Driverless Cars: Fully approved B. Driverless Tech: Advancing with Benefits
C. Robotic Drivers vs. Human Drivers D. The Future of Fully Autonomous Cars
D
If you could change your child’s DNA in the future to protect them against diseases, would you It could be possible because of technology known as CRISPR.
CRISPR uses a piece of RNA to target specific part of DNA and an enzyme (酶) to cut or add genes— much more simply, quickly, and precisely than older gene-editing methods. Its promise is vast: curing once untreatable diseases like Alzheimer’s, cancers, and HIV by adjusting patients’ immune systems at the genetic level, offering new hope where traditional treatments have failed.
In April, Chinese scientists made headlines by editing human embryo genomes (胚胎基因组)—though these embryos were never meant to develop into humans. This landmark attempt drew global attention and made the US’ National Academy of Sciences plan urgent debates on CRISPR’s ethical (伦理的) boundaries. For one thing, the technology isn’t perfect: it can mistakenly cut non-target DNA,leading to unintended changes. Worse, our grasp of what DNA gives people what qualities remains shallow.
There are also moral questions around “playing God”. Of course, medicine already stops natural things from happening. The opportunities to treat diseases make it hard to say we shouldn’t keep going. A harder question is whether it’s right to edit human germ-line (种系) cells and make changes that are passed on to children. This is banned in 40 countries. However, CRISPR means that if genes can be edited out, they can also be edited back in. It may be up to us as a society to decide when and where editing the genome is wrong.
In the end, more research is still needed to see what we can and can’t do with CRISPR. “It’s still a huge mystery how we work,” Craig Mello, a UMass Medical School biologist and Nobel Prize winner, told The Boston Globe. “We’re just trying to figure out this amazingly complicated thing we call life.”
32. What can be inferred about CRISPR from the second paragraph
A. It uses enzymes to locate DNA. B. It takes the place of older methods.
C. It might cure tough diseases. D. It works by replacing immune systems.
33. What does the author try to illustrate by mentioning the Chinese scientists’ experiment
A. CRISPR’s potential in treating diseases. B. The way CRISPR edits human embryos.
C. China’s leading role in gene research. D. The global ethical concerns it aroused.
34. What does the author imply about “playing God” in the fourth paragraph
A. It opposes medical practices entirely. B. It involves natural-artificial conflict.
C. It is a term specific for CRISPR. D. It supports editing germ-line cells.
35. What is the last paragraph about
A. Unsolved mysteries of life. B. Need for more CRISPR research.
C. Mello’s contributions to CRISPR. D. Current achievements in CRISPR.
第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
IQ scores like Einstein’s 160 or Madonna’s 140 grab attention, but EQ (Emotional Intelligence), MQ (Moral Intelligence), and BQ (Body Intelligence) are far more critical for success. A high IQ is necessary but not enough. For example, people prefer doing business with those they like and trust, even with less favorable terms. 36
Emotional Intelligence
EQ centers on recognizing and regulating emotions—both your own and others’, using them appropriately in situations, and building strong relationships. 37 This practice sharpens self-awareness of how thoughts influence feelings. Stress can be a huge killer of emotional intelligence, so you also need to develop healthy coping techniques that can effectively and quickly reduce stress.
Moral Intelligence
MQ builds on EQ, focusing on responsibility, sympathy, and forgiveness. It grows on keeping commitments, staying honest, and treating others with respect. To improve it, replace excuses with responsibility for your actions. 38 Show genuine sympathy for others’ struggles, as empathy promotes connection. Equally important is forgiveness—showing tolerance of other people’s shortcomings.
Body Intelligence
BQ reflects how well you understand, value, and care for your body. Though it may seem unrelated to work, it absolutely affects your work because it largely determines your feelings, state of mind, and energy level. 39 Choosing energy-giving foods over tiring ones, ensuring sufficient rest, making time for exercise, and even small steps like monitoring weight can dramatically benefit the way you perform at work.
40 Someone with these qualities can outperform a highly educated person lacking them. IQ benefits you alone, but EQ, MQ, and BQ uplift those around you, unlocking greater success and professional respect.
A. This can build others’ trust in you.
B. This leads to repeated mistakes in your act.
C. Without it, even daily tasks can feel unmanageable.
D. Developing it means noticing daily signs and acting on them.
E. Formal education matters less than developed EQ, MQ, and BQ.
F. To improve it, start by tracking your inner dialogue through journaling.
G. Thus, investing in EQ, MQ, and BQ matters more than just fixing on IQ.
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，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。
On a spring-like winter day, I sit in my yard feeling lucky. I’ll tell you why, after a bit of 41 .
I spent my first 20 years in the Carolina mountains—one of God’s “oh my” creations. For the next three decades, I lived on California’s coast, another 42 place, with three kids and their basketball-coaching father, whose loud 43 filled our beachside home. Then the children grew into 44 adults, and we lost the coach to cancer. I spent years 45 in our “family museum”: four bedrooms, five dish sets, a 46 basketball court where his whistles (哨声) once echoed, and countless 47 . Surprisingly, with God’s many blessings, I found “alone” could also be“oh my.” 48 and happy, I had no need, no plans to change.
Life went on quietly until I met a man who makes me laugh and 49 to watch sunsets. Now in a new
50 of my life, I remarried and moved to the 51 place I’d dreamed of: the sun-baked desert outside Las Vegas. What kind of woman goes from the mountains to the coast to the desert One who 52 her heart. Grandma always said, “Trust your heart; it whispers love to us—the love of all that we hold dear.” Over time, I learned to 53 it, though hard sometimes.
Today, I’m in an “oh my” place on an“oh my” day. I miss the 54 and beaches, but yesterday’s gone, and tomorrow’s a dream, so treasure the present. Wish us all an “oh my” 55 .
41. A. thought B. background C. consideration D. consultation
42. A. distant B. ordinary C. deserted D. blessed
43. A. cheers B. criticisms C. sighs D. screams
44. A. muscular B. influential C. independent D. selfish
45. A. abandoned B. alone C. annoyed D. desperate
46. A. crowded B. messy C. silent D. lively
47. A. options B. regrets C. exhibits D. memories
48. A. Grateful B. Curious C. Anxious D. Expectant
49. A. stay up B. break down C. wash up D. slow down
50. A. plan B. chapter C. aspect D. career
51. A. last B. only C. first D. next
52. A. lifts B. wins C. follows D. mends
53. A. hear B. touch C. spot D. convey
54. A. deserts B. museums C. whispers D. mountains
55. A. family B. life C. chance D. dream
第二节 (共10小题；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。
All human societies play games. Kicking a ball can be found everywhere whether just a ball of cloth,or a skin 56 (stuff) with feathers or air.
But complex games and team sports have tended 57 (arise) in big civilizations— the higher the cultural level of a society, the greater the 58 (complex) of interaction, and hence perhaps the more complex the forms of sports.
This is not always 59 case. The ancient Greeks, for example , preferred individual not team sports. But in China for well over 2,000 years, people played the game of “kickball” — cuju. Cuju was played as an entertainment 60 important situations such as the reception of foreign ambassadors.Even emperors played kickball.
In a Confucian society, kickboxing clubs valued mercy and politeness, as you’d expect. A great player was one 61 showed “the spirit of the game”. The “Ten Essentials of Kickball” included respect for other players, polite behavior and team spirit. There was to be no ungentlemanly behavior, no 62 (danger) play, and no hogging (独占) the ball. In other words, as we used to say, “Play up and play the game.”
63 a contrast with the ancient Greek athletics where only victory counted 64 if that needed trickery or cruel professional fouls (犯规), that would be acceptable!
As a way of national culture protection, cuju 65 (list) into China’s first group of intangible cultural heritage in 2006.
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是高三学生李华，你的外国笔友 Steve询问你的大学专业选择意向，请根据以下要点给他回一封邮件：
1. 感谢对方关心；
2. 你的选择及理由。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Steve,
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分25分)
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，续写的词数应为150左右。
A little boy selling magazines for school walked up to a house that people rarely visited. The house was very old and shabby and the owner hardly ever came out. When he did come out, he would not say hello to his neighbors or passers-by but simply just glare at them.
The boy knocked on the door and waited, sweating from fear of the old man. The boy’s parents told him to stay away from the house, and a lot of the other neighborhood children were told the same thing from their parents.
As he was ready to walk away, the door slowly opened. “What do you want ” the old man said impatiently. The little boy was very afraid but he had a quota (份额) to meet for school with selling the magazines. So he got up the courage and said, “Uh, sir, I am selling these magazines and uh, I was wondering if you would like to buy one from me.”
The old man just stared at the boy without a word. The boy could see inside the old house and saw that he had dog figurines (小雕像) on the fireplace mantle. “Do you collect dogs ” The little boy asked.“Yes, I have many collections in my house. They are my family here and they are all I have.” The boy then felt sorry for the man, as it seemed that he was a very lonely soul.
“Well, I do have a magazine here for collectors. It is perfect for you. I also have one about dogs since you like dogs so much.” The old man was ready to close the door and said, “No, boy. I don’t need any magazines of any kind, now goodbye.”
The little boy was sad that he was not going to make his quota with the sale. He was also sad for the old man being so alone in the house that he owned. The boy went home and then had an idea. He had a little dog figurine that he got some years ago from an aunt. The figurine did not mean nearly as much to him since he had a real live dog and a large family.
注意：续写词数应为150左右。
The little boy headed back down to the old man’s house.
From that day on, something changed inside the old man.
参考答案
第一部分 听力 略
第二部分 阅读
第一节
21-23 ADC
24-27 BBDC
28-31 ABCB
32-35 CDBB
36-40 GFADE
第三部分 语言运用
第一节
41-45 BDACB 46-50 CDADB 51-55 ACADB
第二节
56. stuffed 57. to arise plexity 59. the 60. in
61. who 62. dangerous 63. What 64. and 65. was listed
第四部分 写作
第一节
范文一
Dear Steve,
Thank you for concerning about my choice of college major . Now I’m writing to tell you about it.
I intend to major in computer science . The reasons are as follows. First, I am interested in it. since childhood, I’ve been fascinated by the mystery of computer science , which I spent a lot of time studying and exploring. The second reason is my willingness to contribute to the development of our country . Born and raised in China, I deeply know that it is China that protects me from the dangers of war and international conflicts. So I have a strong desire to use my knowledge in computer science to help China develop its technology.
Thanks again for your concern. What about your college major Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
范文二
Dear Steve,
Knowing that you are you care so much about what I will major in when entering the university, I feel more than grateful. Now let me tell you about it.
I have the desire to major in biology because of my love for plants and animals since childhood. In my eyes, all the creatures in the world are so adorable that I want to know everything about them. Although this job won’t bring me much money in the future, biology is a science considered to be the most promising in the 21st century, which means that I can put my intelligence into full use. Besides, as a patriotic student of China, I'm eager to make contributions to my country through my researches in biology.
All above are the reasons why I want to choose biology. What about yours Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
范文三
Dear Steve,
How is it going It’s very kind of you to ask me about what I’m going to study in university. Thank you very much!
After thinking seriously, I have decided to major in medicine. Since the outbreak of Covid-19, I’ve been deeply impressed by those front-line medical workers who devoted themselves into protecting our lives. Whether the 86-year- Zhong Nanshan or those young medical workers, their selfless deeds really touched me, which is the main reason for me to choose their career. Besides, born in a harmonious family, I sincerely experience a happy life. However, there are still many kids whose families suffer illness and pains. So I’m determined to spare no effort to help them.
Thank you again for your concern. Best wishes!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
文章讲述了一个小男孩为完成学校卖杂志的份额，鼓起勇气敲开了邻居们都避之不及的破旧老屋的门。屋内独居的老人性情孤僻，起初拒绝买杂志，但男孩注意到他收集狗雕像，便尝试推荐相关杂志，仍被拒绝。男孩同情老人的孤独，决定将自己珍爱的小狗雕像送给老人。
范文一
The little boy headed back down to the old man’s house. He knocked on the door again and this time the old man came right to the door. “Boy, I thought I told you I wouldn’t buy any magazines!” The old man stared at him angrily. “I know that, sir. I just wanted to bring you a gift.” The little boy handed him the dog figurine. Looking at the boy, the old man was too surprised to say anything and simply smiled in tears, as no one had ever shown him so much kindness.
From that day on something changed inside the old man. He started coming out of the house and talking to his neighbors. Soon, he and the boy became friends. The boy visited the old man frequently and brought his real live dog to his house once in a while. He even invited the old man to join his family for Christmas dinner. With the boy’s company, the old man was no longer a lonely soul.
范文二
The little boy headed back down to the old man’s house. Clutching the dog figurine in his pocket, he knocked again, his heart pounding. When the door creaked open, the old man frowned, “I told you no magazines.” The boy shook his head, holding out the figurine. “This is for you. It looks like your other dogs.” The old man froze, staring at the small statue as if seeing a long-lost friend. “Why... ” he murmured. “Because no one should be alone,” the boy said softly. The old man’s rough hand trembled as he took it, a faint smile breaking through his grumpy expression. “Thank you, son,” he whispered.
From that day on, something changed inside the old man. He started sitting on his porch, waving at neighbors, and even helped kids retrieve balls from his yard. One afternoon, he spotted the boy and invited him in. Inside, the dog figurine stood proudly among his collection, now polished clean. “These used to be just statues,” the old man said, “but now they feel like a family thanks to you.” The boy grinned, knowing he’d not only sold a magazine that day but also melted a lonely heart.
范文三
The little boy headed back down to the old man’s house. Holding the small dog figurine tightly in his hand, he knocked on the door again. This time, when the old man appeared, the boy smiled warmly and said, “Sir, I don’t want to sell you anything. I just thought you might like this.” He handed over the figurine. The old man’s stern expression softened as he examined the little dog. “Why would you give this to me ” he asked quietly. The boy replied, “Because I have a real dog and a family, but you only have your collections. Maybe this can be a new friend for you.” For the first time in years, the old man’s eyes glistened with something other than anger.
From that day on, something changed inside the old man. He began leaving his house more often, sometimes even waving at neighbors. The boy visited him regularly, bringing stories about school and his dog. One afternoon, the old man surprised the boy by showing him a shelf where he had placed the figurine among his most prized possessions. “You were right,” he said. “It’s good to have a friend.” The neighborhood children soon lost their fear of the house, and the old man, though still quiet, was no longer seen as a figure to avoid but as someone who had simply been lonely for too long.
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，你将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。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. What will the man probably drink
A. Real coffee. B. Instant coffee. C. Hot chocolate.
2. What will the man do last
A. Visit the bank. B. Pick up lunch. C. Go to the post office.
3. What did the woman fail to see
A. A disabled person. B. A sign. C. A parking lot.
4. Why does the boy like sharks
A. They are great swimmers. B. They make funny sounds. C. They are very smart.
5. What is the time
A. 6:00 p. m. B. 9:00 p. m. C. 10:00 p. m.
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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. What kind of coffee does the man usually have
A. Italian. B. Brazilian. C. French.
7. Where are the speakers
A. In an office. B. In a restaurant. C. In a coffee shop.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8. What was the girl’s most recent purchase
A. A dog toy. B. Some clothes. C. An ice cream maker.
9. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Teacher and student. B. Father and daughter. C. Shopkeeper and customer.
10. Which word can describe the girl’s attitude to money
A. Irresponsible. B. Wise. C. Greedy.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Where does the woman’s mother live
A. In Spain. B. In Mexico. C. In America.
12. What do the speakers plan to do on November 2nd
A. Travel to Madrid. B. Visit some friends. C. Attend a holiday event.
13. When will the speakers leave New York
A. On October 22nd. B. On October 28th. C. On November 22nd.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where will the speakers most likely go swimming
A. In the pool. B. In the ocean. C. In the lake.
15. Why can’t the speakers meet up this coming Sunday
A. There will be a football game.
B. There will be a family party.
C. There will be bad weather.
16. What will the speakers most likely watch
A. An action movie. B. A comedy. C. A war movie.
17. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Friends. B. Teammates. C. Family members.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. How did Whittle first learn about engineering
A. From school. B. From work. C. From his father.
19. What did Whittle do after having his idea for an engine
A. He joined the Air Force.
B. He gained the legal right of ownership.
C. He decided to study further in college.
20. Where was Whittle’s last home
A. Maryland. B. Coventry. C. Cambridge.
第二部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节 (共15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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
4 Colleges With Four-Year On-Campus-Living Policies
Many colleges require first-year students to live on campus, and some even have strict four-year on-campus living rules. Of course, there are exceptions for off-campus living, such as married students,parents, daily commuters, or those who meet specific age or status requirements.
Franklin & Marshall College
As one of America’s oldest colleges, it places first-year students in three college houses: Ware, Bonchek, and Brooks. Each house has a resident director and teacher advisor living on-site to actively support students’ academic progress and personal growth. Student leaders organize regular social activities like pizza nights, study groups, and chats with graduates. Upperclassmen get housing through a draw system, choosing from apartments, wellness-themed dorms, or group housing options.
Ohio Wesleyan University
It has five residence halls (mostly mixed-gender) equipped with study rooms, shared kitchens, and laundry facilities. Students can join themed communities within residence halls, such as gaming, food lovers, or adventure. Freshmen are assigned roommates randomly, while upperclassmen can pick on-campus houses, apartments, or the newly built Bradford Milligan Hall specially for seniors.
Susquehanna University
All on-campus students must have meal plans, except upperclassmen living in certain townhouses.First-years stay in five main dorms; returning students can choose themed housing, standard dorms, or suite-style rooms. A beloved long-held tradition: seniors hike Mahanoy Mountain with the college president before graduation, a custom dating back to the 1800s.
Vanderbilt University
In Nashville, it has 31 residence halls and 18 dining spots across campus. First-years live in 10 houses with teacher advisors living on-site, enjoying activities like game nights and group discussions.The annual Commons Cup lets freshmen compete in studies, sports, and campus involvement. Upperclassmen may live off-campus if housing is full or they meet exception criteria.
21. What do Franklin & Marshall College and Ohio Wesleyan University have in common
A. Both offer themed housing options.
B. All their dorms are for single-gender.
C. Social activities are organized for seniors.
D. Neither has teacher advisors living on campus.
22. Which university holds an annual competition for first-year students
A. Franklin & Marshall College. B. Ohio Wesleyan University.
C. Susquehanna University. D. Vanderbilt University.
23. Who is the text most probably intended for
A. Dorm managers. B. Professors seeking housing.
C. College applicants. D. Graduates for further study.
B
Traditionally, business associates would get to know each other over a round of golf, but road cycling is fast catching up as the preferred networking way for modern professionals. A growing number of corporate-sponsored charity bike rides and city cycle clubs are providing ideal opportunities to talk shop with like-minded workmates and clients while discussing different bike frames. Many believe cycling is better than golf for building lasting working relationships or landing a new job because it is less competitive.
Peter Murray,a former architect, explains: “When you play golf with somebody, you have to decide if you’re going to beat them, or let them beat you. If they’re a client and you don’t want to beat them, you have to sort of cheat to lose. That’s not a good way.” Group cycling, especially long-distance riding, is a shared experience where riders work together, taking turns at the front to help others save almost a third of the effort. A keen long-distance rider, Murray founded the annual Cycle to Cannes in 2005—a six-day charity event where architects cycle 1,500 km from London to the MIPIM property fair in France each March, having raised 4.5m for charities.
Jean-Jacques Lorraine, a regular participant, says cycling reveals character: “Conversations flow easily. I often say things I wouldn’t normally, and others share things with me unexpectedly. Some riders are single-minded, others cooperative; some plan cleverly, others an open book.”
Simon Mottram, CEO of Rapha, notes long-distance cycling lifts mood, focusing on riding and companions. “The rhythm of fuelling, riding, celebrating eases life’s stresses.” Unlike quick post-work meals, long rides allow deeper connections and break the gap between higher and lower positions: “A younger rider might help a CEO, changing their off-ride relationship.”
Perhaps the most compelling reason why cycling is a good way to network is that, for many professionals, it’s a passion and a way of life they share. “It’s what we dream of while at our computers,” Mottram adds.
24. What does the first paragraph mainly tell us
A. Staff discuss frames more than work. B. Cycling becomes a professional social hit.
C. Corporate charities center on cycling. D. Golf was a popular networking method.
25. What is the main purpose of the annual Cycle to Cannes
A. To promote architects’ competition. B. To collect money for charitable causes.
C. To popularize long-distance cycling. D. To display various bike frames at a fair.
26. Why does Jean-Jacques Lorraine favor cycling for networking
A. It saves effort in long trips. B. It is a shared passion for many.
C. It lifts mood and eases stress. D. It shows character and eases talks.
27. What does the underlined word “compelling” in Paragraph 5 mean
A. Outdated. B. Similar. C. Convincing. D. Disturbing.
C
Driving in traffic can be extremely stressful. Walkers (行人) appear out of nowhere, cars suddenly pull out of parking spots, and roads become slippery due to rain or snow. Knowing when to stop and when to speed up in such cases is hard enough for a human driver, let alone a robotic one. But several carmakers— and a few tech companies—are working to convince drivers to let driverless cars take the wheel.
Without question, the most anticipated benefit of driverless cars is improved safety. Driverless systems will feature sensors that detect safety threats that human drivers might miss. Many carmakers already offer systems that warn drivers whenever they get dangerously close to other cars. Also, driverless systems have the benefit of increased efficiency. Driverless cars won’t waste as much gas as human drivers do, and guided by advanced GPS, they’ll always take the fastest route.
Although completely driverless cars won’t be on the market for several years, the technology behind them is already appearing in phases. Two examples are the Active Lane Keeping Assist option for Mercedes-Benz cars and Ford’s Traffic Jam Assist option. In the first option, the system warns the driver whenever the car crosses lane markings by causing the steering wheel to vibrate (振动). In the second option, the system helps the car keep pace with other cars while remaining in its current lane. The system is being developed to help relieve blocking on busy roads.
Several carmakers claim that they’ll produce driverless cars within the next decade. But critics aren’t so sure, warning that a completely driverless car must be able to make split-second decisions in even the most complex traffic situations. In addition, the car’s computer must become smart enough to know when to ask the driver to intervene to prevent an accident.
Full government approval won’t happen until driverless cars are proven safe. In the meantime,expect to see carmakers offer ever-smarter features on their new models.
28. How does the author introduce the topic of driverless cars in the first paragraph
A. By listing driving challenges first. B. By comparing two kinds of drivers.
C. By explaining driverless technology. D. By introducing carmakers’ plans.
29. What do sensors detecting missed threats suggest about driverless systems
A. They replace human drivers. B. They sense dangers better.
C. They work in simple cases. D. They need human help.
30. What do the two listed examples indicate in Paragraph 3
A. Fully driverless cars are near. B. Carmakers hesitate to invest.
C. Technology develops bit by bit. D. All driverless issues are fixed.
31. What can be a suitable title for the text
A. Driverless Cars: Fully approved B. Driverless Tech: Advancing with Benefits
C. Robotic Drivers vs. Human Drivers D. The Future of Fully Autonomous Cars
D
If you could change your child’s DNA in the future to protect them against diseases, would you It could be possible because of technology known as CRISPR.
CRISPR uses a piece of RNA to target specific part of DNA and an enzyme (酶) to cut or add genes— much more simply, quickly, and precisely than older gene-editing methods. Its promise is vast: curing once untreatable diseases like Alzheimer’s, cancers, and HIV by adjusting patients’ immune systems at the genetic level, offering new hope where traditional treatments have failed.
In April, Chinese scientists made headlines by editing human embryo genomes (胚胎基因组)—though these embryos were never meant to develop into humans. This landmark attempt drew global attention and made the US’ National Academy of Sciences plan urgent debates on CRISPR’s ethical (伦理的) boundaries. For one thing, the technology isn’t perfect: it can mistakenly cut non-target DNA,leading to unintended changes. Worse, our grasp of what DNA gives people what qualities remains shallow.
There are also moral questions around “playing God”. Of course, medicine already stops natural things from happening. The opportunities to treat diseases make it hard to say we shouldn’t keep going. A harder question is whether it’s right to edit human germ-line (种系) cells and make changes that are passed on to children. This is banned in 40 countries. However, CRISPR means that if genes can be edited out, they can also be edited back in. It may be up to us as a society to decide when and where editing the genome is wrong.
In the end, more research is still needed to see what we can and can’t do with CRISPR. “It’s still a huge mystery how we work,” Craig Mello, a UMass Medical School biologist and Nobel Prize winner, told The Boston Globe. “We’re just trying to figure out this amazingly complicated thing we call life.”
32. What can be inferred about CRISPR from the second paragraph
A. It uses enzymes to locate DNA. B. It takes the place of older methods.
C. It might cure tough diseases. D. It works by replacing immune systems.
33. What does the author try to illustrate by mentioning the Chinese scientists’ experiment
A. CRISPR’s potential in treating diseases. B. The way CRISPR edits human embryos.
C. China’s leading role in gene research. D. The global ethical concerns it aroused.
34. What does the author imply about “playing God” in the fourth paragraph
A. It opposes medical practices entirely. B. It involves natural-artificial conflict.
C. It is a term specific for CRISPR. D. It supports editing germ-line cells.
35. What is the last paragraph about
A. Unsolved mysteries of life. B. Need for more CRISPR research.
C. Mello’s contributions to CRISPR. D. Current achievements in CRISPR.
第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
IQ scores like Einstein’s 160 or Madonna’s 140 grab attention, but EQ (Emotional Intelligence), MQ (Moral Intelligence), and BQ (Body Intelligence) are far more critical for success. A high IQ is necessary but not enough. For example, people prefer doing business with those they like and trust, even with less favorable terms. 36
Emotional Intelligence
EQ centers on recognizing and regulating emotions—both your own and others’, using them appropriately in situations, and building strong relationships. 37 This practice sharpens self-awareness of how thoughts influence feelings. Stress can be a huge killer of emotional intelligence, so you also need to develop healthy coping techniques that can effectively and quickly reduce stress.
Moral Intelligence
MQ builds on EQ, focusing on responsibility, sympathy, and forgiveness. It grows on keeping commitments, staying honest, and treating others with respect. To improve it, replace excuses with responsibility for your actions. 38 Show genuine sympathy for others’ struggles, as empathy promotes connection. Equally important is forgiveness—showing tolerance of other people’s shortcomings.
Body Intelligence
BQ reflects how well you understand, value, and care for your body. Though it may seem unrelated to work, it absolutely affects your work because it largely determines your feelings, state of mind, and energy level. 39 Choosing energy-giving foods over tiring ones, ensuring sufficient rest, making time for exercise, and even small steps like monitoring weight can dramatically benefit the way you perform at work.
40 Someone with these qualities can outperform a highly educated person lacking them. IQ benefits you alone, but EQ, MQ, and BQ uplift those around you, unlocking greater success and professional respect.
A. This can build others’ trust in you.
B. This leads to repeated mistakes in your act.
C. Without it, even daily tasks can feel unmanageable.
D. Developing it means noticing daily signs and acting on them.
E. Formal education matters less than developed EQ, MQ, and BQ.
F. To improve it, start by tracking your inner dialogue through journaling.
G. Thus, investing in EQ, MQ, and BQ matters more than just fixing on IQ.
第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，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。
On a spring-like winter day, I sit in my yard feeling lucky. I’ll tell you why, after a bit of 41 .
I spent my first 20 years in the Carolina mountains—one of God’s “oh my” creations. For the next three decades, I lived on California’s coast, another 42 place, with three kids and their basketball-coaching father, whose loud 43 filled our beachside home. Then the children grew into 44 adults, and we lost the coach to cancer. I spent years 45 in our “family museum”: four bedrooms, five dish sets, a 46 basketball court where his whistles (哨声) once echoed, and countless 47 . Surprisingly, with God’s many blessings, I found “alone” could also be“oh my.” 48 and happy, I had no need, no plans to change.
Life went on quietly until I met a man who makes me laugh and 49 to watch sunsets. Now in a new
50 of my life, I remarried and moved to the 51 place I’d dreamed of: the sun-baked desert outside Las Vegas. What kind of woman goes from the mountains to the coast to the desert One who 52 her heart. Grandma always said, “Trust your heart; it whispers love to us—the love of all that we hold dear.” Over time, I learned to 53 it, though hard sometimes.
Today, I’m in an “oh my” place on an“oh my” day. I miss the 54 and beaches, but yesterday’s gone, and tomorrow’s a dream, so treasure the present. Wish us all an “oh my” 55 .
41. A. thought B. background C. consideration D. consultation
42. A. distant B. ordinary C. deserted D. blessed
43. A. cheers B. criticisms C. sighs D. screams
44. A. muscular B. influential C. independent D. selfish
45. A. abandoned B. alone C. annoyed D. desperate
46. A. crowded B. messy C. silent D. lively
47. A. options B. regrets C. exhibits D. memories
48. A. Grateful B. Curious C. Anxious D. Expectant
49. A. stay up B. break down C. wash up D. slow down
50. A. plan B. chapter C. aspect D. career
51. A. last B. only C. first D. next
52. A. lifts B. wins C. follows D. mends
53. A. hear B. touch C. spot D. convey
54. A. deserts B. museums C. whispers D. mountains
55. A. family B. life C. chance D. dream
第二节 (共10小题；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。
All human societies play games. Kicking a ball can be found everywhere whether just a ball of cloth,or a skin 56 (stuff) with feathers or air.
But complex games and team sports have tended 57 (arise) in big civilizations— the higher the cultural level of a society, the greater the 58 (complex) of interaction, and hence perhaps the more complex the forms of sports.
This is not always 59 case. The ancient Greeks, for example , preferred individual not team sports. But in China for well over 2,000 years, people played the game of “kickball” — cuju. Cuju was played as an entertainment 60 important situations such as the reception of foreign ambassadors.Even emperors played kickball.
In a Confucian society, kickboxing clubs valued mercy and politeness, as you’d expect. A great player was one 61 showed “the spirit of the game”. The “Ten Essentials of Kickball” included respect for other players, polite behavior and team spirit. There was to be no ungentlemanly behavior, no 62 (danger) play, and no hogging (独占) the ball. In other words, as we used to say, “Play up and play the game.”
63 a contrast with the ancient Greek athletics where only victory counted 64 if that needed trickery or cruel professional fouls (犯规), that would be acceptable!
As a way of national culture protection, cuju 65 (list) into China’s first group of intangible cultural heritage in 2006.
第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是高三学生李华，你的外国笔友 Steve询问你的大学专业选择意向，请根据以下要点给他回一封邮件：
1. 感谢对方关心；
2. 你的选择及理由。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Dear Steve,
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (满分25分)
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，续写的词数应为150左右。
A little boy selling magazines for school walked up to a house that people rarely visited. The house was very old and shabby and the owner hardly ever came out. When he did come out, he would not say hello to his neighbors or passers-by but simply just glare at them.
The boy knocked on the door and waited, sweating from fear of the old man. The boy’s parents told him to stay away from the house, and a lot of the other neighborhood children were told the same thing from their parents.
As he was ready to walk away, the door slowly opened. “What do you want ” the old man said impatiently. The little boy was very afraid but he had a quota (份额) to meet for school with selling the magazines. So he got up the courage and said, “Uh, sir, I am selling these magazines and uh, I was wondering if you would like to buy one from me.”
The old man just stared at the boy without a word. The boy could see inside the old house and saw that he had dog figurines (小雕像) on the fireplace mantle. “Do you collect dogs ” The little boy asked.“Yes, I have many collections in my house. They are my family here and they are all I have.” The boy then felt sorry for the man, as it seemed that he was a very lonely soul.
“Well, I do have a magazine here for collectors. It is perfect for you. I also have one about dogs since you like dogs so much.” The old man was ready to close the door and said, “No, boy. I don’t need any magazines of any kind, now goodbye.”
The little boy was sad that he was not going to make his quota with the sale. He was also sad for the old man being so alone in the house that he owned. The boy went home and then had an idea. He had a little dog figurine that he got some years ago from an aunt. The figurine did not mean nearly as much to him since he had a real live dog and a large family.
注意：续写词数应为150左右。
The little boy headed back down to the old man’s house.
From that day on, something changed inside the old man.
参考答案
第一部分 听力 略
第二部分 阅读
第一节
21-23 ADC
24-27 BBDC
28-31 ABCB
32-35 CDBB
36-40 GFADE
第三部分 语言运用
第一节
41-45 BDACB 46-50 CDADB 51-55 ACADB
第二节
56. stuffed 57. to arise plexity 59. the 60. in
61. who 62. dangerous 63. What 64. and 65. was listed
第四部分 写作
第一节
范文一
Dear Steve,
Thank you for concerning about my choice of college major . Now I’m writing to tell you about it.
I intend to major in computer science . The reasons are as follows. First, I am interested in it. since childhood, I’ve been fascinated by the mystery of computer science , which I spent a lot of time studying and exploring. The second reason is my willingness to contribute to the development of our country . Born and raised in China, I deeply know that it is China that protects me from the dangers of war and international conflicts. So I have a strong desire to use my knowledge in computer science to help China develop its technology.
Thanks again for your concern. What about your college major Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
范文二
Dear Steve,
Knowing that you are you care so much about what I will major in when entering the university, I feel more than grateful. Now let me tell you about it.
I have the desire to major in biology because of my love for plants and animals since childhood. In my eyes, all the creatures in the world are so adorable that I want to know everything about them. Although this job won’t bring me much money in the future, biology is a science considered to be the most promising in the 21st century, which means that I can put my intelligence into full use. Besides, as a patriotic student of China, I'm eager to make contributions to my country through my researches in biology.
All above are the reasons why I want to choose biology. What about yours Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
范文三
Dear Steve,
How is it going It’s very kind of you to ask me about what I’m going to study in university. Thank you very much!
After thinking seriously, I have decided to major in medicine. Since the outbreak of Covid-19, I’ve been deeply impressed by those front-line medical workers who devoted themselves into protecting our lives. Whether the 86-year- Zhong Nanshan or those young medical workers, their selfless deeds really touched me, which is the main reason for me to choose their career. Besides, born in a harmonious family, I sincerely experience a happy life. However, there are still many kids whose families suffer illness and pains. So I’m determined to spare no effort to help them.
Thank you again for your concern. Best wishes!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节
文章讲述了一个小男孩为完成学校卖杂志的份额，鼓起勇气敲开了邻居们都避之不及的破旧老屋的门。屋内独居的老人性情孤僻，起初拒绝买杂志，但男孩注意到他收集狗雕像，便尝试推荐相关杂志，仍被拒绝。男孩同情老人的孤独，决定将自己珍爱的小狗雕像送给老人。
范文一
The little boy headed back down to the old man’s house. He knocked on the door again and this time the old man came right to the door. “Boy, I thought I told you I wouldn’t buy any magazines!” The old man stared at him angrily. “I know that, sir. I just wanted to bring you a gift.” The little boy handed him the dog figurine. Looking at the boy, the old man was too surprised to say anything and simply smiled in tears, as no one had ever shown him so much kindness.
From that day on something changed inside the old man. He started coming out of the house and talking to his neighbors. Soon, he and the boy became friends. The boy visited the old man frequently and brought his real live dog to his house once in a while. He even invited the old man to join his family for Christmas dinner. With the boy’s company, the old man was no longer a lonely soul.
范文二
The little boy headed back down to the old man’s house. Clutching the dog figurine in his pocket, he knocked again, his heart pounding. When the door creaked open, the old man frowned, “I told you no magazines.” The boy shook his head, holding out the figurine. “This is for you. It looks like your other dogs.” The old man froze, staring at the small statue as if seeing a long-lost friend. “Why... ” he murmured. “Because no one should be alone,” the boy said softly. The old man’s rough hand trembled as he took it, a faint smile breaking through his grumpy expression. “Thank you, son,” he whispered.
From that day on, something changed inside the old man. He started sitting on his porch, waving at neighbors, and even helped kids retrieve balls from his yard. One afternoon, he spotted the boy and invited him in. Inside, the dog figurine stood proudly among his collection, now polished clean. “These used to be just statues,” the old man said, “but now they feel like a family thanks to you.” The boy grinned, knowing he’d not only sold a magazine that day but also melted a lonely heart.
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The little boy headed back down to the old man’s house. Holding the small dog figurine tightly in his hand, he knocked on the door again. This time, when the old man appeared, the boy smiled warmly and said, “Sir, I don’t want to sell you anything. I just thought you might like this.” He handed over the figurine. The old man’s stern expression softened as he examined the little dog. “Why would you give this to me ” he asked quietly. The boy replied, “Because I have a real dog and a family, but you only have your collections. Maybe this can be a new friend for you.” For the first time in years, the old man’s eyes glistened with something other than anger.
From that day on, something changed inside the old man. He began leaving his house more often, sometimes even waving at neighbors. The boy visited him regularly, bringing stories about school and his dog. One afternoon, the old man surprised the boy by showing him a shelf where he had placed the figurine among his most prized possessions. “You were right,” he said. “It’s good to have a friend.” The neighborhood children soon lost their fear of the house, and the old man, though still quiet, was no longer seen as a figure to avoid but as someone who had simply been lonely for too long.
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