安徽蚌埠市2026上学期届高三年级第一次教学质量检查考试期末英语试题
一、听力选择题
1．Why did the woman arrive late
A．She overslept.
B．The traffic was heavy.
C．There was a fault in the subway system.
2．What will Thomas probably do next
A．Call some firms. B．Go job-hunting online. C．Attend a job fair.
3．What does the man suggest the woman do
A．Replace the wooden floors.
B．Cover the floors with carpets.
C．Find a cleaner to help with the floors.
4．Where will the man go next
A．A school. B．An office. C．A hospital.
5．What are the speakers talking about
A．An office location. B．A living place. C．Means of transportation.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6．What has Tom done
A．He has finished a project.
B．He has received a certification.
C．He has checked out some courses.
7．What does Amy think of the online platform
A．Secure. B．Economical. C．Reputable.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8．Who does the man give a good comment on
A．The goalkeeper. B．The referee. C．The opponents.
9．What was the result of the match
A．It ended in a draw. B．The opposing team lost. C．The opposing team won.
10．What is the woman’s attitude toward her team’s future
A．Uncertain. B．Optimistic. C．Negative.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11．What does the woman say about some of the teaching rooms
A．They have big windows.
B．They were newly painted.
C．They need some improvements.
12．Which place is hard to get access to
A．The library. B．The gym. C．The tennis court.
13．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Colleagues. B．Schoolmates. C．Teacher and student.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14．What made Tamsin fall in love with music
A．Her parents’ encouragement.
B．Her early interest in music.
C．Her teacher’s guidance.
15．How did Tamsin feel before the competition
A．Calm. B．Pitiful. C．Confident.
16．What do we know about the competition
A．It was broadcast on TV.
B．It allowed multiple winners.
C．It was held for young performers.
17．What is Tamsin now
A．A college student. B．A music director. C．A TV hostess.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18．What is the speaker doing
A．Making arrangements for a celebration.
B．Promoting several competitions.
C．Asking for sponsorship.
19．Why will the beach be closed on Saturday
A．To obey the council’s safety regulations.
B．To ensure the team can clean the beach thoroughly.
C．To preserve the cleaned beach for Sunday’s events.
20．How many people applied for the competitions last year
A．263. B．203. C．70.
二、阅读理解
Planet Zoo is an award-winning zoo simulation (仿真) game developed by Frontier Developments, released on November 5, 2019. It had been available for the PC but recently was released for PlayStation 5 and Xbox systems.
In the game, you are in charge of building a zoo, taking care of its animals, and managing its overall operations. It takes many different skills to create a business, but the game provides you with information on how to do the basics.
One way to play Planet Zoo is in Career mode, which features many characters and sends you on journeys around the world to find new animals and complete different challenges. In Sandbox mode, your only focus is building a zoo of your dreams. Franchise mode, meanwhile, balances the responsibilities of caring for animals, designing habitats and growing a business. Details you will need to think about include the shape of animal feeders and the location of the electric lines in enclosures (围场). You will also need to ensure that the zoo’s design makes your customers happy. Challenge mode lets you build & run a zoo from scratch with limited starting resources and a full offline economy, testing your management and building skills.
When all the game’s downloadable content is activated, zoos can have features such as huge rainforest habitats alongside African plains and European mountains. The game has super-realistic pictures, which make the animals look almost lifelike. Choosing which ones will live in each enclosure depends on how species may interact with one another and the kind of care they require. There are three versions of Planet Zoo:Console Edition. The standard one has 72 animals, with more in downloadable content. The Ultimate edition will have 180 species, plus thousands of scenery items that can make your zoo extra special.
21．What do we know about Planet Zoo
A．It is an award-winning zoo.
B．It is a game development company.
C．It enables users to run their own zoos virtually.
D．It is originally designed for Xbox and PlayStation.
22．Which mode is best for practicing resource planning and management skills
A．Career mode. B．Sandbox mode. C．Franchise mode. D．Challenge mode.
23．What can we infer from the last paragraph
A．The zoos have natural habitats of a single type.
B．The three editions merely differ in species diversity.
C．The downloadable contents are accessible to users without activation.
D．Animal enclosure choices depend on their interactions and care needs.
Brian Gonzalez, an Argentine graduate of Beijing International Studies University (BISU), is a noticeable figure in cultural exchange between China and Argentina. A regular guest on the Chinese TV show Informal Talks, he started his own trade company in Yiwu, Zhejiang province, in 2017. Due to his close connections with the embassies in the two countries, he was also called a “folk ambassador” between China and Argentina.
Gonzalez, who comes originally from a small town in Argentina, developed a passion for the Chinese language at the age of 14. His interest in Chinese culture led him to study Chinese in Buenos Aires, where he was taught by a BISU graduate. He won the “Chinese Bridge” competition in Argentina at 15, earning an opportunity to apply for a scholarship to study in China. Entering BISU in 2009 and majoring in Chinese, he later pursued a master’s degree in international trade at BISU’s School of Economics.
During his master’s studies, Gonzalez was selected to join the popular TV show Informal Talks, which features international participants sharing perspectives on various topics. It allowed him to showcase his fluent Chinese and deep understanding of Chinese culture. He then became a beloved figure among Chinese audiences, amassing over 2 million followers across social media platforms.
He credited BISU for much of his success, particularly the cultural knowledge and experiences he gained there, which played a crucial role in his career, both in media and in international trade.
He also fondly recalled the BISU International Culture Festival, an event that celebrates the international students’ diverse cultures.
Gonzalez’s achievements as a cultural ambassador and media personality are a shining example of the global impact of the university’s education.
24．What do we know about Gonzalez
A．He studies abroad to win a government scholarship.
B．He once worked in the embassy of Argentina in China.
C．His major remains consistent during the academic journey.
D．His passion for the Chinese language originated in his teens.
25．What does the underlined word “amassing” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Gathering. B．Training.
C．Targeting. D．Blocking
26．What does Gonzalez think contributes to his success
A．The competition. B．The university.
C．The scholarship. D．The social media.
27．In which column of a newspaper can the text be found
A．National news. B．Volunteer service.
C．International trade. D．Cultural exchange.
New Year’s gifts may contain more surprises than usual this year, as children open presents that can talk back. Toymakers in China have declared 2025 the year of artificial intelligence (AI) and are producing robots and teddies that can teach, play and tell stories. Older children, meanwhile, are glued to viral AI videos and AI-enhanced games. At school, many are being taught with materials created with tools like ChatGPT. Some are even learning alongside chatbot-assistants. In work and play, AI is remaking the very nature of childhood.
AI promises every child the kind of upbringing previously available only to the rich, with private assistants, personalised courses and tailored entertainment. Children can listen to songs composed for them, read stories in which they star, play video games that adapt to their skill level and have chatbot friends cheering them on. A childhood fit for a king could become universal. Yet this future is filled with both opportunities and hidden traps: a tailored upbringing may lead to loneliness and isolation (孤立). What’s more, as their subjects often find out, it can create adults who are ill-equipped for real life. As AI changes childhood for better and for worse, society must rethink the business of growing up.
Being brought up by robots has advantages. Tech firms are already showing how AI can enhance learning, especially where teachers and materials are scarce. Early trials have shown it improves language skills significantly. AI assistants free students from one-size-fits-all classes, where bright pupils grow bored and struggling ones fall behind; AI can even rewrite complex content into cartoons or songs for 8-year-old learners.
Yet there are well-publicised risks in letting children loose on an evolving technology. Toys can go off the rail; children can easily misuse AI. Worse still, the technology quickly learns what its master likes and shows more of it. One-sided relationships with chatbots present a similar risk. AI companions that never criticise, nor share feelings of their own, are a poor preparation for dealing with imperfect humans.
Some basic counter-measures are urgent. Parents should think twice before entrusting their child to a machine; chatbots should have age restrictions; However, the longer-term challenge is to think deeply about how to preserve the socialisation that AI could take out of children’s lives. Schools are the best place to do this. They should take advantage of personalised teaching where it is proven to work. But they must also redouble efforts to teach things that a robot can’t: to debate, to disagree and to get along with — perhaps even to appreciate — people who are not as sycophantic (阿谀) as a chatbot.
28．Why are several examples cited in paragraph 1
A．To label 2025 as the first year of AI.
B．To demonstrate AI’s widespread existence.
C．To emphasize academic and leisure activities.
D．To exhibit the technological advance AI brings.
29．What does the author think of the AI-supported childhood
A．It limits children’s range of choices. B．It may cause drawbacks in adulthood.
C．It is only available to the privileged class. D．It enables children to become kings in future.
30．What does the underlined word “this” in the last paragraph refer to
A．Training chatbots. B．Entrusting AI machines.
C．Keeping personal interactions. D．Lifting age restrictions.
31．What is the best title for the text
A．AI is Rewiring Childhood B．AI Helps Children Grow Healthily
C．AI is Promising a Bright Future D．AI Becomes an Ideal companion
A new study suggests that some homemade soups — made of chicken, beef or vegetables — might help fight malaria.
Jake Baum of the Imperial College London led the research. He asked children at a London school to bring in homemade clear soups that their families would make to treat a fever. The children were from many different cultural backgrounds. The soups were then exposed to the parasite (寄生虫) that creates 99.7 percent of malaria cases in Africa, the World Health Organization, WHO, explained. Of the 56 soups tested, five were more than 50 percent effective in containing the growth of the parasite. Two were as effective as one drug now used to treat malaria. And four soups were more than 50 percent effective at preventing parasites from aging to the point that they could infect mosquitoes that spread the disease. Baum and his team reported their results recently in the publication Archives of Disease in Childhood.
“When we started getting soups that worked — in the lab under very restricted conditions — we were really happy and excited,” Baum said in an email to Agence France Presse. Baum also noted that it was unclear which foods made the soups effective against malaria. “If we were serious about going back and finding the ingredient, like good scientists, we’d have to do it in a very standardized way,” he said. The soups came from families from different ethnic histories, including Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. They had several main ingredients, including chicken, beef and green vegetables. Baum said the vegetarian soups showed similar results to the soups with meat.
Baum said his aim was in part to show children that scientific research can turn an herbal cure into a man-made medicine. He noted the research of Dr. Tu Youyou of China. In the 1970s, she found that the herb quinhao was an effective antimalarial treatment. The herb has been used in Eastern medicine for two thousand years. Tu’s research led to the manmade drug artemisinin,a drug now widely used to treat malaria. She won the Nobel Prize in 2015. More and more people are becoming resistant to the drugs that treat the disease, which kills about 400,000 people a year. That means scientists will have “look beyond chemistry” and find new drugs, Baum adds.
32．What does paragraph 2 focus on
A．The spread of malaria. B．The growth and aging of parasites.
C．The influences of Baum’s research. D．The research findings on homemade soups.
33．What can we infer from Baum’s research
A．The tested soups are not made in the standardized way.
B．Meat soups probably outperform vegetarian soups in the lab.
C．There’s a long way to go before identifying the things that work.
D．Regional characteristics make a big difference in the effect of soups.
34．Why does Baum mention Dr. Tu Youyou in the last paragraph
A．To highlight Dr. Tu’s contributions.
B．To recall Dr. Tu’s research process.
C．To prove the value of non-chemical cures.
D．To reveal the fact of people’s drug resistance.
35．What is Baum’s attitude towards chemical drugs
A．Doubtful. B．Positive. C．Neutral. D．Unconcerned.
Most of us are pretty good at celebrating our big wins: moving house, getting married, or passing a driving test. But what about all the small wins along the way 36 Long-term goals are achieved in bite-size pieces, and taking note of these wins can keep you motivated. So, here are four ways to acknowledge and celebrate your wins, no matter the size.
Pause and slow down
When you achieve a small win, it can be appealing to simply crack on with the next task on your to-do list, or downplay the progress you’ve made. 37 This gives your brain time to absorb what you’ve accomplished, boosting the positive feelings, and reminding you that progress, however small, still counts.
Write a thank you note
38 Make the most of this by writing a letter, email, or text message to someone who has helped you achieve your small win. This could be a loved one, instructor, or even your past self, and really stress the importance of these mini-milestones.
Seize the moment
Take a photo, write a poem, or record a voice note about how you feel when you reach your milestone. These shots become reminders on harder days, and act as proof that progress is happening. 39
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If you’re working on smaller steps to achieve a long-term goal, tracking your progress step-by-step can be an excellent way to stay motivated. Say you are training for a marathon, for example, which takes a considerable amount of planning, commitment, and requires running multiple times a week. Write down the date and details of every run on a whiteboard, or large sheet of paper on your wall. You could even buy some running themed stickers and get the thrill of popping one after every run!
A．Create a “win” wall
B．Hit your movement goal
C．The truth is that life is made up of little moments.
D．People tend to focus on small wins constantly and dismiss the next big goal.
E．Instead, practise intentionally pausing and slowing down after your small win.
F．Expressing gratitude comes with many benefits, from stress relief to improved sleep.
G．Over time, you’ll build a collection of moments that show just how far you’ve come.
三、完形填空
That summer 33 years ago, a very diverse crowd of people took the early bus from the suburb every morning. We sat sleepily, a cheerless and quiet 41 . A small grey-haired male passenger with a sad look, 42 the bus to the centre for senior citizens with some difficulty and sat down alone behind the driver. No one ever paid very much 43 to him.
One morning, however, he said good morning to the driver, smiling short-sightedly. The driver 44 guardedly. The rest of us were silent. The next day, the old man got on energetically, 45 and greeted all of us in a loud voice. Some of us looked up, amazed, and 46 “Good morning,” in reply. The following weeks we were more 47 . Dressed now in a nice old suit and a wide out-of-date tie and with the thin hair carefully 48 , our friend greeted us daily and we 49 began to nod and talk to each other.
Another morning he carried a bunch of wild flowers. The driver 50 smilingly and asked: “Have you got yourself a girlfriend ” He nodded shyly and said yes. The other passengers cheered and 51 at him.
Every morning after that, Charlie always brought a flower. Some of the 52 passengers began bringing him flowers to make a bunch, gently pushed him and said 53 : “Here.” Everyone smiled. The men started to 54 about it, and talk to each other.
From then on, the once-silent morning 55 were filled with laughter and greetings, feeling just like a warm home.
41．A．chain B．staff C．bunch D．circle
42．A．missed B．boarded C．approached D．reached
43．A．money B．attention C．effort D．patience
44．A．nodded B．listened C．commented D．warned
45．A．smiled B．sighed C．sorrowed D．drove
46．A．complained B．whispered C．explained D．declared
47．A．cautious B．worried C．alert D．annoyed
48．A．touched B．torn C．styled D．polished
49．A．gradually B．suddenly C．completely D．initially
50．A．headed out B．pulled over C．stood up D．turned around
51．A．clapped B．shouted C．puzzled D．pointed
52．A．temporary B．permanent C．regular D．foreign
53．A．softly B．rudely C．formally D．surprisedly
54．A．argue B．joke C．complain D．hear
55．A．voyages B．drives C．rides D．walks
四、语法填空
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
The air in Zhoucheng village, Dali Bai autonomous prefecture, Yunnan province, is filled with the earthy smell of plant juices 56 (use) in the tie-dyeing (扎染) technique of the Bai ethnic group. For Duan Yuan, indigo is not just a color 57 a symbol of identity and his inheritance. Born into a family devoted to dyeing, he grew up inside an indigo factory in Zhoucheng village that, despite the pressures of modernization, 58 (remain) a stronghold of the ancient craft.
Home to more than 200 dyeing workshops and around 4,000 artisans, Zhoucheng stands as 59 dynamic proof to China’s rich fabric heritage. In 2006, the tie-dyeing technique of the Bai people 60 (recognize) as a national intangible cultural heritage. Duan’s parents, both inheritors (遗产继承人) , rejuvenated their ancestral workshop in 1998.
“ 61 attracts me is its limitless possibilities for design and patterns,” Yang says, adding that every piece is unique. She applies minimalist design 62 (idea) to create modern tie-dye clothing and matching family outfits.
Beyond their workshop, the family has invested 63 safeguarding the craft’s heritage. In 2008, they rejuvenated the 64 (struggle) factory and transformed it into a museum, preserving 1,800 rare patterns, 3,600 models and 700 antiques, drawing over 200,000 visitors 65 (year).
五、书信写作
66．假定你是李华。《黄帝内经》的核心观点“心神同频”是在告诫人们：一个把身体不好挂在嘴边的人更容易生病；反之，积极的言语更有利于健康。请你为学校报社的英语栏目写一篇稿件，谈谈你的体会。内容包括：
1. 分析观点；
2. 提出建议。
注意：
1. 词数80左右；
2. 标题已为你写好，不计入总词数；
3. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Language Shapes Health
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六、书面表达
67．阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Luca Padua grew up steps from the beach, and his life took a turn when he joined the Half Moon Bay Junior Lifeguards program. It was there an instructor introduced him to surfing during free water development breaks, and he quickly fell in love with the sport. By 13, he set his sights on surfing Mavericks, the famous big-wave spot known for its huge and unpredictable waves that even seasoned surfers feared.
His parents were never surfers, and at first, they worried about the risks. Luca had once given them a scare — at 12, he’d crashed while skateboarding downhill after hiding his helmet (头盔), waking up with cerebral concussion (脑震荡). But he was determined to prove he could handle Mavericks. He trained unceasingly, gradually taking small, calculated risks with each wave he rode.
One day, he decided the conditions were right to tackle Mavericks for the first time. As he surfed out, the ocean towered large, with waves swelling to heights that made his hands shake. Mid-way, he spotted a fellow surfer whose board had broken after a bad fall. The surfer was struggling to stay smooth, caught in a strong current pulling him further from shore.
Without a second thought, Luca changed course. He surfed hard against the current, his arms burning from the effort. When he reached the surfer, he shouted over the crash of the waves, telling him to hold on to his board. The surfer, exhausted and panicked, could barely hold on. Luca kept calm, talking to him steadily while guiding the board toward the shore. Several times, large waves threatened to separate them, but Luca’s years of training kicked in — he positioned the board to cut through the waves and sheltered the surfer as much as possible.
注意：
1. 续写词数应在150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
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Just as they were approaching the shallow water, a huge wave suddenly rolled ahead.
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When Luca finally dragged the surfer onto the beach, lifeguards rushed over immediately.
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参考答案
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答案 C D D D A B D B B C
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1．C
【原文】M: You’re half an hour late. Did you get up late
W: Actually, there was a problem on the underground and trains were running slowly. I took the underground because there was too much traffic to come by car today.
M: I see.
2．B
【原文】W: Has Thomas found a new job yet
M: No. He called many firms and went to some job fairs, but nobody is hiring security guards right now.
W: Has he checked the job search website
M: Well, that’s maybe his next move.
3．C
【原文】W: I’m thinking of covering all the wooden floors in my house with carpets. They are just so hard to clean.
M: That would be the worst solution. Why don’t you get a professional to clean them every now and then
4．A
【原文】M: Can you please lock the office for me I just got a call from my son’s teacher asking me to pick him up because he has a temperature. I need to take him to the hospital.
W: OK, no worries. He’ll be fine.
5．B
【原文】M: Check this out, Karen. It’s in the suburbs, but it’s near the train station.
W: We’d need more than half an hour to get to the office by train. I’d rather live near the center and walk to work.
6．C 7．C
【原文】W: Hey, Tom. Have you thought about your career goals lately
M: Yeah, I want to pursue a certification in project management. I’ve already started looking into some courses that fit my schedule. How about you, Amy
W: I’m considering taking some courses in secure network design.
M: Interesting choice. Do you know where to find them
W: There’s an online platform I’ve been eyeing. It has great reviews and offers a variety of courses that seem perfect for beginners like me.
8．A 9．A 10．B
【原文】W: Good match despite the result.
M: Did you think so We’ve played better. Good job. Our goalkeeper was on the mark.
W: He’s been doing an impressive job this season. So have the rest of the team.
M: Pity we can’t say the same for the referee. He’s supposed to be fair, but I’m sure he was favoring our opponents.
W: Oh, I don’t think so. You’re just fed up because it was a draw. We’ll make it up next time. Wait and see.
M: I wish I shared your enthusiasm. We’ve got a long way to go if we want to win the championship. Though it’s not beyond us, I guess. But we need to be more consistent. Every game counts, especially if we want to stay at the top.
11．C 12．A 13．B
【原文】W: Hi, Lucas, how’s it going
M: Okay, thanks. Though I guess it always takes a little while to get used to a new study environment, I’m starting to feel more at home now.
W: Yeah, I can imagine. I was surprised at the condition of some of the teaching rooms. Bigger windows and a fresh coat of paint would make a huge difference.
M: I agree. And I found it less than easy to actually get hold of some of this stuff outside class times. Like, if you need to use the lab or borrow some reference materials, the process is quite complicated. But the tennis court is well looked after.
W: I must say, all our teachers are really approachable and have given us plenty of good advice. And also, the gyms are very well equipped, so I’m not complaining.
14．C 15．A 16．C 17．A
【原文】M: Tamsin, how did you first get into music
W: Well, my parents weren’t musical, and I didn’t show much interest in the musical events at school. Luckily, I had private lessons from a music teacher, and that’s where it all started.
M: And you eventually entered a youth music competition at the age of 18
W: I just wanted to see if I could play as well as others my age. But I didn’t think about winning. And I can’t really say I practiced day and night for it, either.
M: So, how did you feel when you won
W: Well, when the judges announced the result, I just thought it was such a pity I couldn’t share the prize with others, as they’d played brilliantly.
M: How has your career developed since the competition
W: Well, as a result of winning, I was invited to take part in a couple of TV series. And I was extremely lucky to be offered a place at a famous music college, where I’m now expanding my knowledge of music composition. So, I owe a lot to that competition!
18．A 19．C 20．B
【原文】W: Hello, everyone. Now for the preparation plans for the town’s 250th anniversary celebrations. This time we’re going to make the concert on the beach open to everyone without charge. This is because we have been given money by the council for the celebration. Right now. We are going to divide into three teams. The first one, the beach team, will be responsible for cleaning up the beach on Saturday morning, picking up bottles, plastic bags, and wood, etc. Everyone is meeting at the beach shop at 8 a.m. to give everywhere a good, thorough clean. We have had permission from the council to close the beach after the cleaning, to ensure perfect conditions for Sunday’s anniversary events. The second team will set out seating in the square for the speeches and prize-giving. Everyone should meet at the village hall at 9:30 a.m. Now, the third team will be the judges for each of the various competitions. There will be a boat race, a swimming competition, and the best fancy dress. And by the deadline, lunchtime today, we have added 263 applicants with ages ranging from 15 to 70. That’s 60 more than last year. Each entrant has paid a 20-pound registration fee to help the local children’s hospital fund much-needed specialist equipment.
56．used 57．but 58．remains 59．a 60．was recognized 61．What 62．ideas 63．in 64．struggling 65．yearly
66．One possible version:
Language Shapes Health
It’s a common yet easily ignored fact that language actively shapes our health.
Think about daily life: people who often say “I’m always unwell” tend to fall sick more frequently. Their negative words plant bad thoughts in the mind, which slowly turn into physical discomfort. On the contrary, those who stick to positive language, saying “I feel energetic today” even when tired, usually stay healthier, as their words build up a strong mental protection for the body.
Words are more than just sounds. Let’s choose positive speech to let language shape a healthier version of ourselves.
67．One possible version:
Paragraph 1
Just as they were approaching the shallow water, a huge wave suddenly rolled ahead. Luca’s heart raced, but he stayed calm. He called out for the surfer to hold on tight, then changed the direction to avoid being hit directly by the huge wave. However, the wave still poured down on them, but Luca sheltered the exhausted man with his body. When the mist cleared, he guided the board forward again, his muscles screaming but his resolve unshaken. They inched closer to shore, each movement fighting against the leftover current.
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When Luca finally dragged the surfer onto the beach, lifeguards rushed over immediately. They checked the surfer’s condition and wrapped him in a blanket. The man, still trembling, grabbed Luca’s hand and thanked him repeatedly. “You saved my life,” he whispered weakly. Luca smiled, feeling a sense of pride. When his parents rushed to the beach and hugged him tightly, their worries were replaced by admiration. He smiled more broadly with satisfaction, for all his hard surfing training proved to be a lucky bonus in the rescue.
