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3.What was the most challenging for Amy in the first stage
A. Avoiding wasting the ingredients.
B. Reflecting her character in the dish
C. Buying enough things within budget.
4.What did the competitors do in the second stage
A. They cooked for the restaurant.
B. They submitted a four-course menu.
C. They prepared a dish for the judges.
5.What happened to Amy in the second stage
A. She failed to use the oven.
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B. She forgot to take the pizza stone.
C. She made the same dish as her competitor.
6. What was the judges' reaction when tasting the food
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A. Excitement.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。
7. Where does Richard Florida mention the importance of choosing a living place
B. Calmness.
C. Disappointment.
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第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
A. In a book.
B. In a program.
C. In a piece of news.
C. Film production.
C. Hard-working.
第一节（共 5 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 7.5 分）
8. What is Los Angeles famous mainly for
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. What could the woman see from the room
A. Manufacturing.
B. Financial services.
A. The waterfalls.
. What will the woman drink
A. Coffee.
B. The power plant.
C. The mountains.
C. Soda
9. What are residents of Boston like according to the talk
A. Active.
B. Disciplined.
B. Water.
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0. What does Ellen Coyle mainly talk about in the end
A. The industries in different cities.
B. The qualities required in the workplace.
. Why did the sweater get smaller
A. It was dry-cleaned.
B. It was dried in a machine.
C. It was washed in hot water.
C. Emotional.
. What do the speakers think of the new office manager
C. The impact of residents' personalities on urban industries.
A. Strict.
. What are the speakers talking about
A. The weather. B. A picnic.
B. Unfriendly
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）
C. A disaster.
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第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题。
Urban gardens are valuable assets（资产）to communities. They provide green spaces to grow
sustainable food, build community cohesion （凝聚力）， make new friends, connect with the earth,
and much more. So, let’s check out our list of 4 inspiring urban gardens in the US.
Gotham Greens
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. What is the relationship between the speakers
A. Host and guest. B. Neighbors.
. What are the speakers complaining about
A. Limited parking spaces. B. Annoying noise at night.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 9 题。
. What is the man doing
C. Strangers.
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Where: New York & Chicago
C. People's parking randomly.
What: Gotham Greens first started in Brooklyn and now has four locations in New York City
and Chicago. Their flagship farm in Brooklyn produces over 100,000 pounds of greens per year. But it
doesn’t just produce healthy local vegetables. It is using high-tech greenhouses with solar panels to
make sure the food grown is healthy and sustainable.
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A. Having a job interview. B. Attending the new staff training. C. Discussing his career development.
. What does the woman's company offer
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Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students
Where: Baltimore, Maryland
A. Competitive salaries.
B. Flexible working hours.
C. Promotion opportunities.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。
What: The Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students (BUGS) program encourages students to
get their hands dirty and plant vegetables through their after-school and summer programs. Many of
these kids don’t have access to green spaces and have never had the opportunity to grow food.
Revision Urban Farm
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0. What is the woman going to do next week
A. Make a mailing list.
B. Meet all her customers.
C. Mail the printed materials.
C. 100.
1. How many pages did each of the ordered brochures have
A .10.
B.20.
Where: Boston, Massachusetts
2. What will the man do next
What: Revision Urban Farm in Boston works in partnership with the Revision Family Home-a
shelter for 22 homeless parents and their kids. The farm provides these families with information on
A. Carry the brochures out. B. Offer his credit card number. C. Return the overcharged money.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。
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healthy eating, and access to the farm’s fresh vegetables. The organization also provides job training
to help families escape the cycle of poverty.
D．He received some punishment when he was born.
25．Why did Ma Jun give up attending college in 2016
A．He was not interested in higher education.
Swale
Where: New York
B．He faced both financial difficulties and health issues.
C．He wanted to focus on his writing career.
D．He accepted his role model Shi Tiesheng’s advice.
26．What’s Ma Jun’s current situation
What: Swale, a floating food forest located on a large boat, is an innovative project meant to
inspire citizens to rethink the relationship between our cities and our food. This urban garden serves as
both a living art exhibit and an educational farm Food forests are sustainable gardens that include
vegetables, fruit, nut trees, bushes, herbs, and vines—each one complementing the other in a
symbiotic （共生的） relationship.
A．He devotes himself to writing and his life.
B．He defines himself by his physical struggles.
C．His disease of SMA can’t be treated in China.
D．His writing is focused on social media connections.
27．Which of the following words best describe Ma Jun
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1.What is special about Gotham Greens
A．It uses high-tech greenhouses to grow healthy food.
B．It creates a sustainable garden on a large boat.
C．It provides job training for students.
A．Creative and intelligent.
B．Ambitious and hard-working.
D．It offers homeless families information on healthy eating.
C．Determined and hopeful.
D．Knowledgeable and optimistic.
22.Which urban garden offers hands-on farming experience
C
A．Revision Urban Farm.
C．Baltimore Urban Gardening with Students
B．Swale.
D．Gotham Greens.
As AI continues its extraordinary rise as a creative force, we’re entering an era of “aesthetic
（美学）overload，” where seemingly perfectly-composed images, poetic articles, and cinematic
storytelling have become available to anyone, instantly and at no cost. Say, a symphony in the exact
style of Beethoven or an essay in the voice of Hemingway can be generated in seconds. Does the
perfect AI art, however, carry the same value
23.What do these four urban gardens have in common
A．They create job opportunities for farmers.
B．They are beneficial to communities.
C．They are inspirational projects in New York.
D．They have educational and entertaining purposes.
The value of artworks, as it is, goes beyond what is shown in the museum or the concert hall.
We admire Vincent van Gogh not just for Starry Night but for the confusion, vision, and perseverance
that shaped it. We don’t just listen to Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony; We are impressed at the fact that it
was composed while he was deaf. These stories give their creation depth, reminding us that art is not
just about aesthetics or skill.
Perfection has never belonged to humanity. Across cultures, imperfection isn’t just accepted–it’
s embraced. The deep connection between imperfection and creativity in artworks is everywhere. The
latter has always made space for mistakes, rough edges, and raw emotion, like the quake in a
brushstroke, the crack in a voice -these aren’t things to be fixed, they’re what give art its soul and
make human-created art more valuable.
Lost in great artworks, like a heartbreaking song, a thrilling movie, or an impressive painting,
we travel the artists’ emotional journey, unbox one character’s bittersweet memories, or smile at the
unexpected twists the creator carefully lays out. In this light, AI-generated art is not just unnatural. So,
Jerry Saltz, an art critic, has a good question, “Calculated and deterministic, AI art is like a beautifully
wrapped box shining with techniques. But do you really expect anything when you open it ”
Throughout history, the most celebrated works of paintings, literature, and music are always
about expression, exploration, and engagement with the world. As AI art is detached from all these
grounds, maybe the value of human-created art migrates to the very thing that displays who we are.
As Glen Keane, a great Disney producer put it, “AI, or a machine, can’t understand the weight of a
character’s sigh,” Maybe, he is right.
B
Ma Jun, born in 1995 in Ningxia, is the youngest winner of the Junma Awards for Ethnic
Literature in the prose （散文）category for his first work, “Qing Bai Shijie”。 Despite being
wheelchair-bound and facing countless challenges, including a predicted life expectancy of 20, Ma
has overcome the difficulties and is now living well at 29.
“Qing Bai Shijie” is a five-part collection reflecting on Ma’s life, from childhood to ambitions.
The title symbolizes purity and innocence and fights the prejudice （偏见）Ma faced, such as being
labeled as receiving “God’s punishment”。 In 2016, Ma chose not to attend college to allow his
younger brother to continue his education, a decision that led to despair but was later changed by
reading Shi Tiesheng’s "Wo Yu Ditan", which inspired him to pursue writing.
Ma’s journey in writing began as a means to find meaning and joy in life. After three years of
devotion, he completed his book but faced the challenge of publishing without resources. However,
the “Stars of Literature by Chinese Ethnic Writers” project selected his work for publication in 2023, a
significant milestone.
The Junma Awards, one of China’s major literary prizes, recognized Ma’s talent, and his win
was a joyful surprise. Ma’s condition, Spinal Muscular Atrophy(SMA), was diagnosed at27, and with
treatment now affordable in China, he manages his disease through regular medical procedures.
Ma keeps a daily routine of exercise, reading, and writing, currently working on a novel. He
defines himself not by his struggles but as a faithful writer, using literature to connect with the world
and inspire hope. His social media profile reads, “Be a faithful writer”, a motto that summarizes his
commitment to his career and his life.
28. What is the characteristic of the era of “aesthetic overload”
A. AI is becoming increasingly creative.
B. AI-generated artworks have become spotless.
24．What do we know about Ma Jun from the first two paragraphs
C. Classical artworks have made a comeback.
A．He chose the title to imply his struggle against prejudice.
B．He won a literature award for people with disabilities.
C．He was predicted not to live longer than 30 years old.
D. The world is flooded with instant artworks.
29. Why are Vincent van Gogh and Beethoven mentioned in paragraph 2
A. To show respect for their creativity.
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B. To explain why artworks should be preserved.
C. To highlight what’s behind human artworks.
D. To emphasize the great influence of their masterpieces.
C. Medical progress is more important than protecting species.
D. Biodiversity is crucial for ecosystems and human survival.
第二节 （共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5 分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
30. What does Jerry Saltz’s question mainly reveal about AI art
A. It’s unpredictable.
C. It’s cutting-edge.
B. It’s lifeless.
D. It’s accessible.
As a professional artist, people ask me all the time where I get inspiration.
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Favorite artists Where do you find reference （参考） photos Whether you’re painting flowers,
abstracts or landscapes, staying inspired is the key to always creating new work and discovering your
own unique style.
31. According to the author, what does the value of human-created art lie in
A. The unique aesthetic skills.
C. The exploration of human potential.
B. The adaptation to AI assistance.
D. The reflection of human nature.
D
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I’ll bring my phone along, and take my own reference photos and videos of flowers I
see, interesting color palettes（主要色彩）in the sky or landscapes. 38 While you’re outside,
Imagine a forest where only one type of tree grows. If a disease kills that tree, the entire forest
dies. This is the danger of losing biodiversity—the variety of life on Earth. Biodiversity is not just
about saving cute animals; it’s the foundation of healthy ecosystems that humans depend on for
survival.
you become more of a discoverer when it comes to colors and subject matter.
If there’s a particular subject I know I need to paint or some color inspiration I can’t find in my
local area, I’ll search the Internet.
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NO. I’m talking about finding travel photos, nature
photos, etc. and creating mood boards that evoke （唤起） a certain theme you’re going for. This step
is huge for trend forecasting and creating work that’s truly inspired and not a recreation.
Sometimes books are my great inspiration. And my favorite book for digging yourself out of a
First, diverse ecosystems are more resilient. For example, rainforests with thousands of plant
species can recover from storms or fires better than monoculture forests (where only one species
grows). Bees, butterflies, and birds pollinate 75% of the world’s food crops, ensuring we have fruits,
vegetables, and nuts. If these pollinators disappear, our food supply will collapse. Similarly, predators
like wolves control deer populations, preventing overgrazing and protecting plant life.
Second, biodiversity provides medical breakthroughs. Many life-saving drugs come from nature:
aspirin from willow trees, cancer treatments from sea sponges, and antibiotics from soil bacteria. If
species go extinct, we lose potential cures. Scientists estimate that less than 1% of Earth’s species
have been studied for medicinal value—who knows what treatments we’re losing as species vanish
Sadly, biodiversity is declining faster than ever. Human activities like deforestation, overfishing,
and pollution have caused a “sixth mass extinction,” with up to 1 million species at risk. This isn’t just
a loss for nature; it’s a threat to human well-being.
Protecting biodiversity isn’t optional. We can support protected areas like national parks, reduce
our carbon footprint, and choose sustainable products (e.g., certified organic food). Every species, no
matter how small, plays a role in nature’s balance. As biologist E.O. Wilson said, “The one process
now going on that will take millions of years to correct is the loss of genetic and species diversity by
the destruction of natural habitats. This is the folly our descendants are least likely to forgive us.”
creative rut （一成不变的状态） is The Artist’s Way.
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It’s a game-changer! I also love
referencing one of my favorites, Flowers of the World. This is a beautiful book that’s opened my eyes
to many species of plants that I’ve never even heard of.
A．If you’ve never read this book, I highly recommend it.
B．What are your favorite art books
C．When I need some inspiration for a new painting, I always go outside.
D．Why do we need to find inspiration
E．This will help you keep your eyes open.
F．I’m not talking about looking at other artists on the Internet and copying what they paint.
G．This might seem strange, especially if you’re not familiar with painting.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分 30 分）
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分， 共 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。
Kelby Nelson had always looked up to his dad Mr Nelson, a hardworking man who had always
put his family first. As his dad’s birthday
his 42 for all that his father had done for him. After much thought and consideration, Kelby
decided to give his dad a gift that would truly make his day more special.
Kelby knew that his dad had a deep 43 for photography but had never pursued it as
more than a hobby. 44 by this, Kelby decided to give his dad a once in-a-lifetime opportunity
to showcase his work in a local art gallery.
Kelby 45 contacted the owner of a popular gallery in town and explained his 46 .
Impressed by the heartfelt gesture, the owner agreed to host an exhibition featuring Kelby’s dad’s
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, Kelby wanted to do something special to show
32.Why does the author mention a forest with only one type of tree
A. To explain how forests recover from storms.
B. To argue that monoculture forests are useless.
C. To indicate how essential biodiversity is to the earth.
D. To describe the beauty of diverse ecosystems.
33. What is the role of pollinators like bees
A. They help plants produce food crops humans need.
B. They control the population of dangerous predators.
C. They provide ingredients for life-saving drugs.
D. They prevent diseases from spreading in forests.
photographs. Kelby then spent weeks meticulously(精心地)
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the best photos from his dad’s
collection, ensuring a diverse and attractive showcase.
On the day of his dad’s birthday, Kelby blindfolded(蒙住) him and led him to the gallery. As
they entered, Kelby 48 the blindfold, revealing a gallery filled with amazing prints of his dad’
s photographs. His dad stood there, 49
The gallery opening 50
photography enthusiasts gathered to
of the event and sent reporters to cover the exhibition, further expanding Kelby’s dad’s
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4. The underlined word "resilient" in Paragraph 2 probably means ______.
A. easy to destroy B. slow to grow
C. dependent on human protection D. able to recover from difficulties
5. What is the author’s main point
, his eyes moist with emotion.
a surprise party, with friends, family, and fellow
3
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Mr Nelson’s talent. The local media caught wind
A. Humans should focus on saving cute or useful species.
B. Extinction is a natural process that humans can’t stop.
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.
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Overwhelmed(淹没)by the love and
son, not just for the 54 gift, but for encouraging him to pursue his passion and giving him
the 55 to share his art with the world.
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surrounding him, Kelby’s dad thanked his
词汇：文学月 Literature Month 研学 field trip
注意：
1. 写作词数应为 80 左右；
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1．A．approached
2．A．registration
3．A．guilt
4．A．Confused
5．A．moderately
6．A．hobby
7．A．selecting
8．A．observed
9．A．careless
0．A．turned into
1．A．defend
B．continued
B．preference
B．regret
B．Inspired
B．narrowly
B．plan
B．stealing
B．covered
B．selfless
B．gave way to
B．celebrate
B．achievement
B．crowd
C．approved
C．responsibility
C．passion
C．Impressed
C．desperately
C．result
D．updated
D．appreciation
D．worry
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Dear British friends,
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D．Challenged
D．secretly
D．ambition
D．separating
D．reduced
D．speechless
D．broke into
D．define
C．telling
Thank you!
C．removed
C．helpless
C．referred to
C．confirm
C．position
C．wonder
第二节（满分 25 分）
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。
The annual school sports day was in full swing, with the bright sun shining down on the
2．A．recognition
3．A．soul
4．A．ordinary
5．A．talent
D．transition
D．support
D．virtual
bustling track field. The air was filled with lively music and the excited cheers of students. Among the
participants was Leo, a determined but not particularly athletic boy who had signed up for the
challenging 1500-meter run. Though he wasn’t the fastest runner in his class, he had trained hard for
this moment and made a promise to his friends that he would give it his all.
As he stood at the starting line, Leo could feel his heart pounding like a drum. He took a deep
breath, trying to calm his nerves while focusing on the track ahead. The other runners looked
confident and ready, which made him even more anxious. When the starting gun finally fired, all the
competitors surged forward like arrows released from their bows.
For the first lap, Leo managed to maintain a steady pace in the middle of the group. He could
hear his classmates shouting encouragement from the stands, which gave him strength and motivation.
However, as he entered the second lap, he began to feel the strain in his muscles and the burning in his
lungs. The distance seemed to stretch endlessly before him.
Then, just as he was rounding a curve, the runner beside him stumbled and accidentally bumped
into him. Leo lost his balance completely and fell hard onto the rough track surface. A sharp pain
immediately shot through his knee and hands. He watched helplessly as the other runners quickly
passed him by, their figures growing smaller in the distance. For a moment, he just sat there, feeling
the physical pain mixed with deep disappointment. The finish line now seemed like an impossible
goal, and a tempting voice in his head suggested he should just quit and spare himself further
embarrassment.
B．familiar
B．ability
C．incredible
C．relief
D．confidence
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。
On August 5, 2024, Chinese badminton player He Bingjiao won a silver medal at the Paris
Olympics. However, 56______ truly stood out was a touching moment on the podium （领奖台）。
As she received her medal, He Bingjiao held a badge（徽章）__57______ (feature) the Spanish flag,
which aroused widespread curiosity online.
This gesture was to express respect and care for her semifinal opponent, Spain’s Carolina Marin,
who _58_______ (retire) from the match due to injury. He Bingjiao explained, “I brought the Spanish
badge because Marin’s suffering broke my heart. I hope she sees this and wish her a speedy
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_59______ (recover).”
During their semifinal match, Marin performed well but _60_______ (force) to stop after getting
injured. He Bingjiao immediately reached out, offering support and checking on Marin, who was
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_61______ (visible) upset.
The act rapidly made headlines around the world. The International Olympic Committee praised
He Bingjiao _62_______ showing the Olympic values of respect and friendship. Spanish media also
highlighted the __63______ (emotion) moment, with many fans applauding her sportsmanship. Pau
Gasol, the legendary Spanish basketball player, called it __64_____ beautiful display of Olympic
spirit.
He Bingjiao’s action not only demonstrated her respect for her opponent but also reflected the
true spirit of the Olympics — competition, ___65_____ (pair) with unity and mutual （相互的）
respect.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分 15 分）
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注意：
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1）续写词数应为 150 左右；
2）请按如下格式在答题纸相应位置作答。
Paragraph 1:
However, when looking up, Leo saw his classmates standing and cheering for him.
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6. 假定你是宁夏育才中学的学生会主席李华，你校将迎来英国交换生代表团。学校安排你作
Paragraph 2:
为学生代表在欢迎仪式上发言。请根据以下要点，用英语写一篇欢迎词。内容包括：
Slowly but steadily, Leo began to move forward again.
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. 表示热烈欢迎与诚挚问候；
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2. 简要介绍本校的特色校园文化生活（如文学月，科学家进校园，博物馆研学及丰富的社团
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活动等）；
3.表达美好祝愿。
42025-2026 学年第一学期高二年级期末考试
英 语 试 卷答案：
听力：
1-5.BABBA
6-10.BCACC
11-15.ACACB
16-20.BACAC
阅读理解：
21-23 ACB
24-27 ABAC
28-31 DCBD
32-35 CADD
七选五：
36-40 BCEFA
完型填空：
41-45 ADCBD
46-50 BACDA
51-55 BADCD
语法填空：
56 what 57. featuring 58. retired/ had retired
59.recovery 60. was forced 61. visibly
62.for 63.emotional 64. a 65. paired
66. 书面表达：
Dear British friends,
Good morning! I’m Li Hua from the Student Union. On behalf of Ningxia Yucai
Middle School, I’d like to extend our warmest welcome to you all.
Here, we have Literature Month for book lovers, scientists sharing their inspiring
stories on campus, educational museum field trips to explore local history, and over
30 vibrant clubs—from robotics to calligraphy—where you can pursue your interests
and make new friends.
Wishing you an amazing time here and a memorable cultural experience!
Thank you!
67. 读后续写
Paragraph 1
However, when looking up, Leo saw his classmates standing and cheering for him. Their
voices cut throughhis despair, loud and warm: “Leo! Don’t give up!” He spotted his best
friends at the front of the stands, their fists clenched and faces filled withgenuine
encouragement, not pity. The promise he’d made to them—to give it his all—suddenly
hit him hard. He couldn’t let them down, nor could he let himself down. Gritting his teeth,
he grabbed the track for support and struggled to his feet, the pain in his knee and hands
sharp but not unbearable anymore.
Paragraph 2
Slowlybut steadily, Leo began to move forward again. Each step was a struggle; his knee
throbbed, and his scraped palms stung, but he kept his eyes locked on the finishline in
the distance. The other runners were alreadyfar ahead, but that didn’t matter. He was
running for himself, for his promise. The cheers from the stands swelled, and even some
strangers joined in shouting his name. When he finallycrossed the finishline, the whole
track field erupted in applause. Leo didn’t win the race, but he won something far more
precious—his own courage and the respect of everyone around him.
