辽宁部分重点高中2025-2026学年上学期高一12月联考英语试题
一、听力选择题
1．Which season is it now
A．Spring. B．Summer. C．Winter.
2．What subject is the woman good at probably
A．Chemistry. B．Physics. C．Math.
3．Why is Mr. Brown calling Jessica
A．To make an offer. B．To cancel an appointment. C．To confirm (确认) an arrangement.
4．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Doctor and patient. B．Husband and wife. C．Parent and child.
5．What does John look like
A．Young and thin. B．Tall and heavy. C．Short and heavy.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6．What did the woman like about Ireland
A．The local people. B．The cost of travel. C．The weather.
7．What’s the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Family members. B．Good friends. C．Guide and tourist.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8．What is the most likely relationship between the speakers
A．Boss and employee. B．Host and guest. C．Driver and passenger.
9．Where is Joshua now
A．In Cider Street. B．On Elmer Road. C．In Poplar Street.
10．What will Joshua probably do next
A．Call Maria again at 7:30.
B．Follow Maria’s directions.
C．Look for a map on his phone.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11．What is the relationship between the two speakers
A．Teacher and student. B．Boss and employee. C．Former classmates.
12．What did the man think of the presentation
A．It was a bit long. B．It was well-organized. C．It was hard to understand.
13．What will the woman probably do next
A．Prepare for a meeting. B．Have lunch with the man. C．Go back to her office.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14．How much does the man have to pay to join the club
A． 1.50. B． 2. C． 5.
15．Why does Video Club hold a meeting
A．To send out a list of films.
B．To introduce films from abroad.
C．To collect information on popular films.
16．What films are most people interested in
A．British films. B．American films. C．Australian films.
17．How will the man get the form
A．He’ll have it by post
B．He’ll pick it up himself.
C．He’ll get it from the club’s website.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
18．What is the man’s plan for the coming holiday
A．Take a part-time job. B．Go on a trip to Australia. C．Visit his uncle in Canada.
19．How will the man go to his destination
A．By plane. B．By ship. C．By train.
20．What does the man want to do most during the holiday
A．Try local food.
B．Visit famous museums.
C．Take photos of natural scenery.
二、阅读理解
What people say is only one aspect of good communication. Good listening skills and body language are also important for us to effectively communicate with others. Effective communication involves more than talking to a person. How things are said, words are chosen and tones are adopted are all aspects of good communication.
Body language, a common form of non-verbal communication, can support what a speaker is saying. Studies have shown that of the information that is received from other people, only 10% is from what they say and 40% is from the tone and speed of their voice. The other 50% is obtained from their body language. Reading body language is part of developing social skills.
Some professionals, such as lawyers, governmental security officers and doctors on mental problems, learn to read every type of body language of others to help in their jobs. They look for specific signs, while the average person reads some body language subconsciously (下意识地) . Body language can involve one aspect such as the eyes, or the use of different body parts. Where the body is positioned in relation to another person or at a table is another piece in communicating what the person is feeling. Troubles may arise when body language is misunderstood.
Good listening skills clear the way to a clear message while bad listening skills create barriers which can confuse or stop the message. Good listeners can use body language by nodding occasionally to show interest and understanding, make eye contact with the speaker, repeat some of the words and feelings, and summarize what they have heard. All these can avoid communication troubles.
Poor listeners rarely communicate effectively. Barriers they commonly use may include: interruptions, inappropriate humor, judgments, criticisms, and unrelated questions. People who are attempting to communicate with a person who continually throws out barriers will often stop talking and they even get angry as they feel misunderstood and frustrated. Healthy minded people are able to communicate with others effectively by avoiding these barriers. They are able to let their partners know what they want regularly and clearly.
21．According to the studies, body language __________.
A．makes up 40% of the information received from communication
B．sometimes leads people to misunderstand what others have said
C．can remind the listeners of what the speakers are actually expressing
D．can only be correctly read by people with excellent social skills
22．Which of the following reactions of a listener may create difficulties in communication
A．Making a summary of what he has heard. B．Repeating the speaker’s words and ideas.
C．Showing his feeling to the speaker. D．Bringing in an unrelated topic suddenly.
23．What’s the author’s purpose of writing this text
A．To emphasize that communication involves more than talking.
B．To introduce different types of non-verbal communication.
C．To suggest ways to effectively communicate with others.
D．To discuss the different effects of good and poor listening skills.
There are 7,000 languages currently spoken worldwide, with English being the most widely used — around 1.35 billion people speak it, but half of them could be endangered, according to a new study. It is predicted that 1,500 known languages may no longer be spoken by the end of this century.
Researchers from The Australian National University (ANU) analyzed thousands of languages to recognize factors that put endangered ones at risk. The findings highlight a connection between widespread formal schooling and language loss, as the main languages taught in class often make local languages less important
A second factor causing the threat to endangered languages is the density (密度) of roads in an area. While communication with other language communities can help preserve local languages, increased connection to the wider world may not do so.
“We found that the more roads there are, connecting country to city, and villages to towns, the higher the risk of languages being endangered. It’s as if roads are helping main languages take over other smaller languages,” said Professor Lindell Bronham, one of the researchers of the study.
Can technology help save local languages While past studies have pointed out technology is contributing to the decline of some local languages — by focusing attention on a few major languages at the expense of smaller ones — today’s technology could hold a new solution.
While there are websites and apps to help learners pick up widely spoken languages such as Spanish, English and Chinese, some have been redesigned to teach or preserve endangered ones. Ma! Iwaidja, for example, is an app that enables those working with speakers of the Iwaidja local Australian language to record words and translations. It also includes a dictionary and a word maker to help users master grammar and vocabulary.
24．What’s one reason for the loss of languages according to the findings
A．Lack of native speakers. B．Lack of school education.
C．Impact of major languages. D．School teaching of major languages.
25．Which of the following might Bronham agree with
A．Roads help preserve local languages.
B．The increase in roads does harm to endangered languages.
C．Roads in the countryside help endangered languages survive.
D．Contact with other languages can protect endangered languages.
26．What’s the author’s attitude towards technology in saving local languages
A．Curious. B．Doubtful. C．Favorable, D．Unclear.
27．What is the main purpose in writing the text
A．To analyze the causes of language loss and a possible solution.
B．To discuss the necessity of promoting educational equality
C．To highlight the importance of learning more languages.
D．To explain why English is the most widely spoken language.
Sports skills are learned step by step. Not every child will learn every skill equally or at the same rate, but most youth learn them in the same order. So give yourself and your kid a break, just like when he/ she was learning to walk.
During the first 2 years of life, many responses from your child are primarily reflex actions (反射动作). Touch her cheek and she turns to find food. Touch his hand and his fingers grasp. Proud fathers of their firstborn son already dream of a basketball star. Stop there. Do not put a basketball hoop (篮球筐) on the side of the bed. Scientific research tells us that those futile attempts will not work no matter how much you want your son to make 3-point shots. Natural curiosity and interaction with the environment will help the growth of motor (肌肉运动的) activity.
Close your eyes and think real hard — where does everything that a baby touches go In its mouth! So be real. Little baby footballs, baseball gloves, and running shoes may be cute and colorful, but their effectiveness as sports equipment is lost when they become just another baby chew toy. The experts do not recommend infant (婴儿) exercise programs as beneficial to development or helpful for future performance. They think activities in a safe environment are the way to go.
Once children are a few years old, however, some sports skill development starts to take shape, and the preparation process for sports begins. Sports skills involve a complex interaction between movement, sight, and thought. None of these by themselves are completely helpful without the others.
Motor skills require the right visual processing to allow the correct movement response. These skills also require proper brain processing and thought patterns so the response will be meaningful and effective.
28．What does the underlined word “futile” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A．Regular. B．Useless. C．Necessary. D．Beneficial.
29．What do experts believe is the most beneficial way to support an infant’s development
A．Providing colorful baby sports equipment.
B．Starting professional sports training early.
C．Creating a safe sports environment for the children.
D．Training the children’s sports skills in the same order.
30．What can be inferred about children’s sports skills from the text
A．They begin to develop only after children reach a certain age.
B．They take shape once children are ready for formal sports training.
C．They depend on the combination of physical, visual and mental abilities.
D．They are completely useless if any of movement, sight or thought is missing.
31．What’s the best title for the text
A．Development of Sports Skills B．Meaningful Physical Training
C．Activities for the Little Baby D．Children’s Movement Response
The scene in the stands at Roland Garros’s Court Philippe — Chatrier was dotted with red banners (横幅标语), adding a glow (光辉) to the already orangey air spreading the red clay court (红土网球场).
There were hundreds of Chinese waving flags to support Qinwen Zheng, 21, who would soon take gold by defeating Croatia’s Donna Vedic in the women’s singles tennis final.
As she lay down on the dirt, eyes skyward and fists extended into (伸向) the Paris haze (雾霾), the win’s gravity seemed to register: This was China’s first-ever Olympic gold medal in this sport. When talking about the Olympics, Zheng said, “I treated the Games differently — the emotion, the fight, the mentality. If you asked me to stay three more hours to fight, I could do it.”
Born in 2002, Zheng started playing tennis at age seven. At age eight, she moved alone for better coaching. Since adolescence, she has deeply admired Chinese athletes, such as the tennis star Li Na, who joined in the 2008 Beijing Games, and the runner Liu Xiang, who won gold at the 2004 Athens Games.
“It was really tough,” Zheng said, looking back at those early days. “My mom used to come visit on weekends. When she left, I would hold her leg and cry. After 13, she decided to stay with me full-time to let me have better growth and care. After that, it got easier. And we moved to Europe when I was 17.” In Paris, Zheng performed exceptionally well on her road to gold, including toppling (击败) world number one Iga Swiatek. “With Iga, I was clear,” Zheng said. “I know why I lost to her before. I played rushed, made too many unforced errors, and wanted to hit faster than her. I wanted to prove my power. But in these Games, I didn’t think like this.”
Zheng is conscious (有意识的), too, of the effects that her milestone achievement in Paris will have. As we wrapped up our chat, she said softly, “I was reading comments last night and some of them really make me feel proud. If you watch my tennis and it brings you some extra strength in your life, that will make me happy.”
32．According to the passage, what is TRUE about Qinwen Zheng
A．As a teenager, she wanted to go beyond other Chinese athletes.
B．She felt confident to live alone at her early days of training.
C．She won the first Chinese Olympic tennis championship.
D．She considered all tennis games to be equally important.
33．Which of the following best describe Qinwen Zheng
A．Confident and easy-going. B．Content and open-minded.
C．Responsible and curious. D．Determined and thoughtful.
34．What can we infer from Qinwen Zheng’s words in the last paragraph
A．She takes pride in winning the Olympic gold medal.
B．She hopes that her achievement will earn her fame.
C．She expects her achievement to inspire more people.
D．She feels delighted to read numerous comments on her match.
35．What is the best title for the text
A．An admirable champion. B．An unforgettable match.
C．An amazing victory. D．An inspiring experience.
Recently, ChatGPT is an exciting new AI technology that has the potential to revolutionize (使变革) the way humans interact with machines. 36 ChatGPT can be a beneficial tool for everyone, especially for many students in the following ways.
Concisely rephrase (改述) lengthy articles and essays to make them easier to read. Students are frequently unable to dive deeply into concepts, essays, or articles to build full understanding in academic settings due to academic pressure and demanding and busy study schedules, especially with deadlines for reading long publications. 37 Students can use ChatGPT to summarize articles, research papers, and even essays to get the main ideas of the material in a brief summary.
38 To support students effectively, ChatGPT can be of great help because it generalizes the notes in accordance with the word limit students demand in a clear and brief manner. Studying and getting ready for exams and tests can be quite helpful. The class notes can be organized in a typed manner with only a few quick prompts (提示词) , putting all the materials in one place. Students can employ straightforward prompts that list the sources that need to be compiled (编纂) into the summary as well as the maximum length allowed.
Organize, create, and send emails. Students may frequently write emails, applications, or formal letters of communication to their teachers, or peers. In particular, if they have a busy academic schedule, writing such formal papers can be very time-consuming and laborious. Then ChatGPT helps. 39 Just entering the objective, and specifying the tone students want, ChatGPT may generate a grammatically correct and formal email in a matter of seconds.
Time management and academic organization. Aside from those to help with actual academic tasks, ChatGPT can also help students with organizing and categorizing their academic work in general. And they can use this tool more efficiently to get general guidance and recommendations on how to handle academics, such as how to organize an assignment, how to balance academic work with other interests, and so on. 40
A．Summarize the class notes.
B．Come up with artistic composition ideas.
C．And it could create more powerful and useful AI applications.
D．It may greatly simplify your life by writing emails or applications precisely and logically.
E．In these cases, it might be useful in giving you a broad overview of an essay or article.
F．So ChatGPT can be used as a tool of assistance in an almost unlimited number of ways.
G．More importantly, it relies on human feedback to improve its accuracy.
三、完形填空
It happened a month after I began teaching in the US. I had to 41 the class schedule. “We’ll need to prepone the quiz,” I said, preparing for the groans (咕哝) from my students. Instead, there was a total 42 .
I looked around to see 43 expressions on their faces—that look of “I have NO idea what you just said,” which stops any teacher mid-lecture to 44 a concept further.
It was then that I found out that “prepone” was not a(n) 45 word in English dictionaries. I believed that prepone mean the 46 of postpone — moving an event to an earlier time rather 47 an event. So when I realized it wasn’t “proper” English, I was 48 . It was a great 49 in my linguistic (语言的) self-image.
I had grown up in India, where fluency in English is closely associated with 50 privilege (特权). I was an English major with a large vocabulary, and 51 for reading Dickens and Austen. My comfort with English had shaped my sense of 52 . In a world divided into linguistic “haves” and “have-nots”, I 53 knew I was one of the “haves”. But that day in the classroom, my incomprehensible English taught me that being an linguistic “have” is 54 and delusional (妄自尊大) at best. Leaving India 55 me out of my privilege and opened my eyes to the rich world of Englishes.
41．A．meet B．change C．arrange D．design
42．A．commitment B．understanding C．mess D．silence
43．A．genuine B．happy C．blank D．guilty
44．A．explain B．define C．replace D．grasp
45．A．useful B．simple C．ordinary D．actual
46．A．opposite B．formation C．concept D．resource
47．A．breaking off B．putting off C．calling off D．getting off
48．A．astonished B．relieved C．excited D．disappointed
49．A．reflection B．establishment C．shift D．honor
50．A．commercial B．economic C．mental D．cultural
51．A．concern B．fondness C．gratitude D．tension
52．A．justice B．self C．duty D．beauty
53．A．humbly B．barely C．possibly D．definitely
54．A．unusual B．reliable C．unstable D．perfect
55．A．took B．cheated C．picked D．argued
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。
Typhoons are powerful storm systems that form over warm ocean water. They bring strong winds and heavy rain, 56 can lead to flooding and landslides. Understanding how typhoons develop and move is necessary for people living in coastal areas to prepare for their 57 (arrive).
Weather experts use satellites and radar to track these storms from space. By 58 (examine) the data collected, they can predict (预测) the path and strength of a typhoon. This advanced warning allows governments 59 (make) preparations and, if necessary, organize the evacuation of people in dangerous areas. This technology 60 (improve) greatly over the years, making predictions more reliable than ever before.
One of the key factors in a typhoon’s formation is the temperature of the ocean water. The warmer the water, 61 more energy the storm takes in. This is why typhoons are most common in late summer and early autumn when the sea surface is at its 62 (munication systems are 63 (extreme) important for spreading warnings quickly. Today, messages are sent through TV, radio, and mobile phones, making sure everyone receives the information in time. It is also suggested that families prepare emergency kits with food, water, and medicines.
In short, 64 typhoons are among the most destructive. (毁灭性的) natural events, scientific progress greatly improves our ability to predict them in advance. With continuing research, we are sure to be better prepared 65 such natural events.
五、书信写作
66．假定你是李华，你的英国笔友Peter得知你所在的城市在上周遭遇了一场暴雨（rainstorm），非常担心，来信询问你的情况。请你给他写一封回信，内容包括：
1. 暴雨发生时你的处境；
2. 暴雨影响及灾后救援；
3. 表达感谢。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Dear Peter,
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Yours,
Li Hua
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。
Elara stared at the 800-meter race sign-up sheet in the school hallway, her fingers hovering over the paper like nervous butterflies. Just last month, she’d struggled to finish a 400-meter PE test, far behind her classmates — her lungs burning like fire, her legs heavy as lead — until she’d finally crossed the finish line, cheeks hot with shame. “I’m not a runner,” she thought to herself, already stepping back to turn away, her shoes scraping softly against the floor.
But then she saw Coach Miller walking over, holding a stopwatch that shone in the hallway light, his smile warm and steady as a rock. “I saw you out there after class last week — running around the track even when everyone else had gone home,” he said. “That’s determination right there. Why not give it a try It’s not about being fast; it’s about challenging yourself.” His words made her pause, a tiny spark of hope lighting up in her chest. For the first time, she thought: Maybe I can stop saying “I can’t.” She picked up a pen, its plastic body cool in her palm, and wrote her name down, the ink bleeding softly into the paper.
At the starting line of the 800-meter race a week later, Elara’s hands were still shaking. A fine layer of sweat was starting to form on her forehead, and the distant cheers drifted over, mixing with the soft whisper of wind through the oak trees. She’d almost quit training last week. Her legs had ached so badly that they felt ready to give out, and tears had streamed down her cheeks as she leaned against the track fence, catching her breath. She’d never run such a long distance before, not even for fun. But Coach Miller’s words kept echoing in her mind: “It’s not about winning, but giving your best”.
注意：
1. 续写词数应为150个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。
The starting gun popped, and Elara took off.
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New strength filling her, she pushed forward firmly.
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1．C
【原文】W: Let’s do something today. How about going ice skating
M: Have you been outside It’s like 17 degrees out there. It doesn’t feel like winter at all.
W: Let’s watch some movies at home then.
2．C
【原文】W: I’m really worried about the midterm exam next week. I’m weak in physics and chemistry. Could you help me
M: Of course. We are best friends. So will you help me with math
W: That’s no problem.
3．C
【原文】M: Hi, Jessica! This is Mr. Brown. I want to check if you’re still available to babysit my kids this Friday night.
W: Yes, Mr. Brown. What time would you like me to come over
M: How about 6:00 p.m. My wife and I are leaving for the concert at 6:15.
W: OK, 6 p.m. works for me. See you then.
4．A
【原文】M: Madam, what seems to be the problem
W: I feel terrible. I’ve got a cold and I have a pain here on my neck. I’m not sleeping well either.
5．B
【原文】W: Look! Is that John our new neighbor
M: No, John is a tall man with a beard. That guy over there looks too young.
W: Oh, right! I remember John is a bit heavy.
6．A 7．B
【原文】M: It’s been a whole year since our long tour of Ireland. Should we go back there again for holiday, Kelly
W: It was way too rainy and cold when we were in Ireland, and the trip cost me a lot. The people there were so friendly, though!
M: Then let’s just get our friends together and go to the beach.
W: Yes, it would be easier not to take time off from work.
M: I’m not working now, but my family would prefer me not to travel far away and save money.
W: Great. If we get a group of our friends together, we can share the cost and it won’t be expensive.
8．B 9．C 10．B
【原文】W: Hello, Joshua.
M: Hi, Maria, I’m sorry we can’t be at your place on time.
W: Yeah, we were wondering where you were. What happened
M: We seem to have made a wrong turn and got lost.
W: Where are you
M: Let me see. We passed the national bank on Elmer Road ten minutes ago and we’re now on a street with a tall white building. I think it’s Poplar Street.
W: Gee, you really are lost. The best thing to do is to drive back down Elmer Road until you get to Weston Hospital and then turn right.
M: Drive back down Elmer Road.
W: Yes, after you turn right at the hospital, Cider Street will be the second street on your right.
M: Got it, thanks. Hopefully we’ll be there by 7:30.
11．C 12．B 13．A
【原文】W: Mike! Long time no see! Hardly recognize you. What are you doing in this building
M: Sarah! What a surprise! It must be five years since we graduated from college, right How have you been all this time
W: Great, thanks. I just gave a presentation on the new marketing plan in the conference room upstairs.
M: Oh, was that you speaking I actually caught the last part of it on my way out. I thought the structure and data were very clear and easy to follow — really impressive work.
W: Thank you! I really appreciate that, especially coming from you. Listen, I have a meeting at 1:00 pm that I need to prepare for, but I’ve got some time now. Would you like to grab a quick coffee in the cafeteria downstairs
M: I’d love to, but unfortunately I have a client call in about ten minutes. How about planning a proper lunch next week to catch up
14．C 15．C 16．B 17．B
【原文】W: Hello Video Club.
M: Hello. My name is Gary. How much does it cost to join the club
W: It costs 5 to join and then 2 a day for each video you take home. You pay 1.50 for returning a video late.
M: Do you have the latest films
W: New films arrive every week. Every month, we send out a list of new films. Once a year, there’s a video club meeting — people tell us what they’d like in the future.
M: What do people ask for
W: American films mostly — and we have lots of those. But we also have some good British films and also a few from Australia.
M: Right. I’d like to join.
W: OK. You need to fill in a form. We have them in the shop, or I can send you one by post, or there’s one on the club’s website.
M: I’ll go to the shop and get one then.
W: OK. Goodbye.
18．C 19．A 20．C
【原文】W: The summer holiday is coming soon. Do you have any plans
M: Yes, I’m going to visit my uncle in Canada. He moved there five years ago, and I haven’t seen him since then.
W: That’s exciting. How will you get there By plane
M: Yes, I’ll take a direct flight. It will take about 12 hours. I’m a little nervous because it’s my first time taking a long-distance flight.
W: Don’t worry. You’ll have a good time. What do you want to do most there
M: My uncle told me that Canada has beautiful natural scenery, like lakes and mountains. I want to take a lot of photos of them. I also want to try some local food, but taking photos is my top priority.
21．C 22．D 23．A
24．D 25．B 26．C 27．A
28．B 29．C 30．C 31．A
32．C 33．D 34．C 35．A
36．C 37．E 38．A 39．D 40．F
41．B 42．D 43．C 44．A 45．D 46．A 47．B 48．A 49．C 50．D 51．B 52．B 53．D 54．C 55．A
56．which 57．arrival 58．examining 59．to make 60．has improved 61．the 62．hottest 63．extremely 64．while/though/although 65．for
66．例文
Dear Peter,
Thank you so much for your concern — it really warmed my heart. When the rainstorm hit our city last week, I was at home doing my homework. Suddenly, the power went out and the rain beat heavily against the windows.
The rainstorm caused great trouble. Many roads were flooded, so traffic was completely cut off. Some houses near the river were damaged. Luckily, the government acted quickly. Rescue teams came to help people move to safe places, and volunteers provided food and water.
I truly appreciate you reaching out. Your care means a lot to me. I’ll keep you updated if there’s anything new.
Yours,
Li Hua
67．范文一：
The starting gun popped, and Elara took off. At first, she ran steadily, but gradually her legs felt like lead. Her breath came in short gasps, and she felt an urge to stop. “Maybe this was a mistake,” a voice whispered. Just then, she heard her classmates shouting, “Elara! Keep going!” She glanced over and saw Coach Miller waving, a big smile on his face. Suddenly, she remembered why she’d joined: not to get a championship, but to prove she could overcome her fear.
New strength filling her, she pushed forward firmly. When she crossed the finish line, she was last, but she finished! Her classmates gathered around. “You did it!” they cheered. Coach patted her on the shoulder, “That’s the spirit of sports.” Elara straightened up, gratefully meeting every pair of eyes. She wiped her sweat and smiled. She didn’t win, but she’d made the best choice—never giving up. It was at that moment that she realized success isn’t just about speed but the courage to keep trying.
范文二：
The starting gun popped, and Elara took off. Nervous though she was, she summoned up her strength to run forward. No sooner had she completed the first lap than her legs began burning, and doubts flooded in. Glaring at the seemingly endless track ahead, she could no longer contain her despair. Yet Coach Miller’s words, like a lighthouse guiding her through the storm of doubt, kept echoing in her mind. The cheers from her classmates also became her driving force. “I can do this,” she whispered, biting her lip against exhaustion. Their belief in her inspired a flame of hope within.
New strength filling her, she pushed forward firmly. Though worn out and breathless, she dug deep, pushing harder with each steady step until she had carried herself past two struggling runners. The moment she finally crossed the finish line, her hands shot skyward. Tears of excitement welled up in her shining eyes. “I really did it!” she cried out, her voice full of joy and relief. It was Coach Miller’s proud smile that greeted her at the finish line. It dawned on her then that true success isn’t about beating others, but about overcoming one’s own doubts and limitations.
