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衡水市部分學校2024-2025學年高二下學期3月月考
英語試題
本試題卷共8頁。全卷滿分150分。考試用時120分鐘。
注意事項：
1.答題前，先將自己的姓名、準考證號填寫在答題卡上，并將準考證號條形碼粘貼在答題卡上的指定位置。
2.選擇題的作答：每小題選出答案后，用2B鉛筆把答題卡上對應(yīng)題目的答案標號涂黑，寫在試題卷、草稿紙和答題卡上的非答題區(qū)域均無效。
3.非選擇題的作答：用簽字筆直接寫在答題卡上對應(yīng)的答題區(qū)域內(nèi)。寫在試題卷、草稿紙和答題卡上的非答題區(qū)域均無效。
4.考試結(jié)束后，請將本試題卷和答題卡一并上交。
第一部分 聽力(共兩節(jié)，滿分30分)
第一節(jié)(共5小題;每小題1.5分，滿分7.5分)
聽下面5段對話。每段對話后有一個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽完每段對話后，你都有10秒鐘的時間來回答有關(guān)小題和閱讀下一小題。每段對話僅讀一遍。
1.
What just flew past the speakers
A. A bird. B. A leaf. C. A ball.
2.
What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Policewoman and driver.
B. Bus driver and conductor.
C. Taxi driver and passenger.
3.
When is the man’s interview
A. At 3:15 p. m. B. At 3:30 p. m. C. At 3:45 p. m.
4.
What is the weather like now
A. Rainy. B. Sunny. C. Cloudy.
5.
What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. How to cut a pizza.
B. When to have lunch.
C. What to have for lunch.
第二節(jié)(共15小題;每小題1.5分，滿分22.5分)
聽下面5段對話或獨白。每段對話或獨白后有幾個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽每段對話或獨白前，你將有時間閱讀各個小題，每小題5秒鐘;聽完后，各小題將給出5秒鐘的作答時間。每段對話或獨白讀兩遍。
聽下面一段較長對話，回答以下小題。
6. How does the man feel about the exercise
A. Excited. B. Worried. C. Annoyed.
7. What is the woman most probably
A. A PE teacher. B. A math teacher. C. A geography teacher.
聽下面一段較長對話，回答以下小題。
8. What does the woman like learning from her grandpa
A. Exciting new things.
B. Some health problems.
C. Valuable knowledge at school.
9. What is the man most knowledgeable about
A. Philosophy. B. Medicine. C. Art.
10. What will the woman probably do next
A. Visit a school. B. Start an evaluation. C. Use the medicine.
聽下面一段較長對話，回答以下小題。
11. What does the man need to improve
A. The plot. B. The characters. C. The grammar.
12. When will the book most probably be published
A. In May. B. In June. C. In July.
13. How will the man send the book to the woman
A. In person. B. By post. C. By e-mail.
聽下面一段較長對話，回答以下小題。
14. What are the speakers probably looking at
A. Paintings. B. Photographs. C. A mobile phone.
15. What are the speakers recalling
A. School days. B. Old hairstyles. C. Family members.
16. Who are a couple according to the speakers
A. David and Anna. B. David and Grace. C. Frank and Grace.
聽下面一段獨白，回答以下小題。
17. Where is the speaker now
A. In Spain. B. In France. C. In America.
18. What does the speaker like most about her hometown
A. The shows and parties.
B. The delicious food.
C. The French architecture.
19. Where will most listeners stay
A. In hotel rooms.
B. In university dormitories.
C. In off-campus apartments.
20. What is mentioned in the speaker’s talk
A. A quick history of New Orleans.
B. A general overview of the course.
C. A popular local-style snack.
第二部分 閱讀(共兩節(jié)，滿分50分)
第一節(jié)(共15小題;每小題2.5分，滿分37.5分)
閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C、D四個選項中選出最佳選項。
A
The Lake District National Park or the Lake District, located in northwest England, is one of the UK’s most famous natural areas.
Size & Recognition
Covering 2,362 square kilometers, it’s England’s largest national park. Established in 1951, it is the first national park in England and remains a popular destination for nature lovers. In 2017, it became a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its unique farming history and breathtaking landscapes shaped by glaciers (冰川) over 15,000 years ago.
Features
The park is known for its remarkable lakes, green valleys, and mountains. It includes England’s highest peak, Scafell Pike (978 meters), and its largest natural lake, Windermere. Visitors enjoy hiking, boating, and cycling. The area also has a rich literary history — Beatrix Potter, creator of Peter Rabbit, lived here, and poet William Wordsworth wrote about its beauty. It inspired J. R. R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth landscapes in The Lord of the Rings.
Activities
Popular spots include Lake Windermere, where you can take boat tours, and the village of Grasmere, famous for Wordsworth’s former home. For adventure, try hiking Helvellyn mountain or exploring ancient stone circles like Castlerigg.
Tickets
Unlike many parks, it’s free to enter! However, parking costs 3–8 per day, and some attractions charge fees. For example, a Windermere boat ride costs around 10–15, and Beatrix Potter’s house, Hill Top, charges 12 for adults.
Protection Rules
To preserve nature, campfires are banned outside campsites, and drones (無人機) require permits. Volunteers often organize lake clean-up events — travelers can join to help!
Tips
The weather changes quickly, so bring a raincoat and durable shoes. Months from September to November are the best times to visit for colorful scenery. Public buses connect major sites, making travel easy without a car.
21. What made the Lake District a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017
A. Its large size. B. Its natural and cultural values.
C. Its rapid popularity. D. Its modern tourist facilities.
22. Which is your favorite if you are a literary fan
A. Scafell Pike. B. Windermere.
C. Grasmere. D. Castlerigg.
23. What are tourists advised to do about the Lake District
A. Take boat tours with drones. B. Avoid using public transport.
C. Inform its volunteers in advance. D. Go to the park in autumn.
B
Emma and Peter Tryon, the UK couple, who are both teachers, began dating when they were both on separate backpacking trips that they both loved in Cambodia, and took many vacations together before getting married and having two sons, Hudson, five and Darien, two.
When they became parents, they initially planned to settle down. But soon, they felt restless, and the idea of travelling around the world with their kids was so appealing that they couldn’t say no.
After months of saving and making plans, they sold their home, officially removed their oldest son from school, and set off on their travels. “I get why people would think we’re crazy,” Emma says, admitting that they questioned whether they were doing the right thing at first. “When I actually had to sign the papers to formally opt out of UK education, it hit differently. I thought, ‘This is a big deal.’” Under UK law, there are no specific requirements for the content of homeschooling, except that parents must provide their children with a suitable education.
“We’ve found that the adventure, spontaneity (自發(fā)性) and the challenges of travelling bring us together and also create the opportunity to connect in a unique and strong way. That’s the factor behind our decision,” Peter Tryon says. Over the past year, the Tryons have traveled around much of Thailand, as well as Singapore and Malaysia, all while balancing homeschooling.
The couple say Hudson and Darien are progressing well and benefiting hugely from having individualized lessons. Peter Tryon says he often uses swimming sessions to carry out floating and sinking experiments with the children, and recently taught his eldest son about buyancy (浮力) while they were in the water. “There’s so much science in all the things that we do,” he says. “So rather than teaching it as a theoretical subject in the classroom, we’ve got all the experiences and the resources around us in the world.”
24. What brought Emma and Peter Tryon together
A. Their common hobby of travel. B. Their shared teaching careers.
C. Their well-paid jobs in Cambodia. D. Their interest in raising children.
25. How did Emma feel the moment she officially left the UK education system
A. Quite regretful. B. A little relaxed.
C. A bit hesitant. D. Extremely excited.
26. What is the reason for Emma and Peter being backpacking parents
A. To form a closer family relationship.
B. To explore new career opportunities.
C. To escape financial difficulties.
D. To follow a popular trend.
27. What can we learn about Peter Tryon from the last paragraph
A. He valued laboratory tests.
B. He focused upon theoretical learning.
C. He followed standard teaching methods.
D. He challenged the traditional classroom model.
C
Fan fiction — the creation of unauthorized, unofficially published, new works usually based on popular novels or films — was intentionally never mainstream.
There are the legal issues — copyright laws — of drawing from someone else’s creation, for one. Fan fiction authors also have historically considered their online platform more of a sandbox, a place to play with new ideas using characters and worlds that people are acquainted with. Take, for example, fan works imagining well-known Harry Potter and friends in their 8th year at Hogwarts. Or pairing Draco Malfoy and Hermione Granger romantically — named “Dramione” fan fiction.
But this summer and early fall will see the wide publication of three books by popular Dramione Harry Potter fan fiction authors: Rose in Chains by Julie Soto, Alchemised by SenLinYu and The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy by Brigitte Knightley.
Soto’s romantic fantasy is a reworked version of her fan fiction The Auction, centered on a heroine. SenLinYu’s debut (處女作) fantasy about a woman with memory loss in a war-torn world is a revision of her popular Manacled. Brigitte Knightley’s debut novel, an enemies-tolovers tale, is an original work. “With fan fiction, the beauty of it is the community,” said Knightley. “You come into a pre-made community that already likes your work because it’s transforming something that they already like.”
Most fan fiction authors don’t worry about how much of their work plays off a published author’s book or film because they’re writing for personal fun, not for profit. Some works do get noticed by publishers who seek out these stories and help their authors rework them to distance them from their original: It’s called pull to publish. Writers and publishers say that pull to publish is a growing area. The idea of moving from fan fiction to traditional publishing used to be a virtual nonstarter, but stigmas (污名) around fan fiction are disappearing. Actually, more fan fiction is being pulled to publish than a few years back, and more people are talking about it openly.
28. Which can replace the underlined part in paragraph 2
A. Know. B. Create. C. Transform. D. Ignore.
29. What do we know about The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy
A. It focuses on memory loss. B. It is based on a popular film.
C. It doesn’t belong to fan fiction. D. It draws a strong response.
30. What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph
A. Explain a rule. B. Compare two trends.
C. Highlight a challenge. D. Explain a phenomenon.
31. What’s the best title for the text
A. The Rise of Unofficial Storytelling B. From Online Sandbox to Bookshelves
C. Legal Issues in Creative Writing D. Changing World of Fan Communities
D
When most middle school students go on field trips, they might bring back photos. But at Chicago’s Garfield Park Lagoon, one student brought back something far more significant: bacteria (細菌) from goose droppings (鵝糞) that could help scientists develop new cancer treatments.
The discovery came from an innovative program called the Chicago Antibiotic Discovery Lab, where students from underserved communities work alongside university scientists to explore their neighborhoods for beneficial bacteria. Led by Brian Murphy at the University of Illinois Chicago, the 14-week program, in concert with the Boys and Girls Club of Chicago, aims to bridge gaps in science education while producing meaningful research.
These young participants became real scientists before entering high school. Rather than observing from the sidelines, they actively participate in lab work. Students learn to program and operate a specialized robot that collects bacteria and tests them for antibiotic activity (抗菌活性). This approach transforms students into scientific investigators, giving them real-world experience while contributing to possible medical breakthroughs.
From 14 samples of goose droppings collected by the students, one particular sample from 11-year-old Camarria Williams stood out. The bacteria discovered in the sample called Pseudomonas idahonensis produced a previously unknown chemical called orfamide N. Williams helped examine lab data, discovering the bacteria’s promising antibiotic activity. When testing the chemical’s effects on cancer cells, researchers found that relatively small amounts of orfamide N could slow down the growth of some cancer cells.
However, this represents early-stage research, and many chemicals that show initial promise don’t become medicines. Years of additional study would be needed to understand if this discovery could lead to practical medical applications. While the long-term impact of orfamide N remains to be seen, the impact of this discovery on the students involved is already clear. They’ve learned that science isn’t just something that happens in distant labs. It’s happening in their own neighborhoods, and they can be part of it.
32. Which is one of the purposes of the Chicago Antibiotic Discovery Lab
A. To train future university scientists. B. To study goose droppings in cities.
C. To make science education more equal. D. To promote student photography skills.
33. Which can best describe the students’ lab work
A. Theoretical. B. Hands-on.
C. Traditional. D. Risky.
34. What does the research on orfamide N suggest
A. Students can replace scientists. B. It has a promising prospect.
C Natural chemicals always work. D. Goose waste guarantees cures.
35. What’s the author’s attitude to the impact of the discovery on students
A. Positive. B. Disapproving. C. Doubtful. D. Uncaring.
第二節(jié)(共5小題;每小題2.5分，滿分12.5分)
閱讀下面短文，從短文后的選項中選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。
Hackers (黑客) are getting better at tricking people into giving away their personal information, especially through tricky e-mails and websites. They now use AI to make their scams (騙局) look real. ____36____
Hackers target Gmail accounts because they are linked to other Google services, which store a lot of personal information. If a hacker gets into a Gmail account, they can access e-mails, saved passwords, cloud storage, and even financial details. ____37____ This vast number of users naturally turns into an extremely attractive target for those who have bad intentions of stealing sensitive information.
Experts warn that phishing (釣魚) scams, where hackers try to steal your information, are easier than ever to create. ____38____ Hackers can create e-mails and websites that really look trustworthy. Because of this, more people are falling for these scams without realizing it.
____39____ To stay safe, it’s important to be careful with e-mails and messages from unknown senders. Instead of clicking on links, it’s safer to type the website’s address yourself. Using a password manager can help make sure you enter your sign-in details only on real websites. ____40____ It’s also important not to share personal information through e-mails or messages, even if they seem to come from a trusted company. If an e-mail looks strange, the best thing to do is avoid clicking anything and go directly to your Google Account to check for any security issues.
In summary, as hackers become more skilled with AI, staying watchful and following security best practices are crucial to protect your personal information.
A. This makes them harder to spot.
B. Even experts have been tricked by these scams.
C. They make it easier for companies to find hackers.
D. Checking your accounts regularly adds extra security.
E. Online safety requires care in communications and extra security.
F. According to statistics, there are billions of Gmail users around the world.
G. Nowadays, even people with little computer knowledge want to use AI tools.
第三部分 語言運用(共兩節(jié)，滿分30分)
第一節(jié)(共15小題;每小題1分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，從每題所給的A、B、C、D四個選項中選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。
An 18-year-old named Vanessa Macedo in California knew how hard her dad worked to take care of her and her brothers and sisters. Her father had been ____41____ injured and was now selling fruit to support his ____42____.
As prom (高中畢業(yè)舞會) which is a big ____43____ for both teens and their parents, was ____44____, she didn’t want to ask him for anything. She asked her brother for help in buying her dress so that her dad didn’t feel ____45____.
Still, the father knew prom was approaching. ____46____, prom was on a weekend, and that happened to be the ____47____ time at the fruit stand. So he unwillingly ____48____ the fact that he could only see Macedo dressed up and looking beautiful in the photos later on.
Secretly, Macedo knew how ____49____ her dad was to see her, so she _____50_____ a plan. After getting dressed up for the big night, she went 25 miles out of her way to _____51_____ him at the stand and surprised him with a touching _____52_____. “My dad has always been _____53_____ and I’m blessed to have a dad like him,” she said.
Macedo could easily have not _____54_____ that her father had to work. Instead, she went out of her way to create a special _____55_____ that she and her father will probably treasure for the rest of their lives.
41. A. previously B. regularly C. eventually D. normally
42. A. education B. family C. business D. employment
43. A. idea B. surprise C. deal D. attitude
44. A. out of control B. on the way C. behind the scene D. above the law
45. A. shocked B. discouraged C. relaxed D. pressured
46. A. However B. Therefore C. Otherwise D. Meanwhile
47. A. happiest B. longest C. busiest D. darkest
48. A. trusted B. accepted C. remembered D. mentioned
49. A. nervous B. careful C. eager D. brave
50. A. gave up B. figured out C. broke away from D. came up with
51. A. follow B. help C. visit D. guide
52. A. discovery B. influence C. choice D. moment
53. A. hard-working B. curious C. confused D. absent-minded
54. A. learnt B. noticed C. imagined D. cared
55. A. change B. memory C. comparison D. need
第二節(jié)(共10小題;每小題1.5分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，在空白處填入1個適當?shù)膯卧~或括號內(nèi)單詞的正確形式。
Deep in the Taihang Mountains, the noise of people and the horses broke the morning ____56____ (silent). The over 1, 000-year-old local custom “Paomapai”, translated as “horse racing festival”, was performed in Xiadongzhai Village, Pingding County, Shanxi Province.
Paomapai is a national-level intangible (非物質(zhì)) cultural heritage in China. On the 16th day of the lunar New Year, the entire village of Xiadongzhai gathers on the ancient path of the village ____57____ (excited), watching performers dressed ____58____ traditional costumes ride through the crowd. After the event begins, onlookers line up on both sides of the narrow ancient path. The horses, ____59____ (guide) by the villagers, run fast from the head of the alley (巷子) to its end.
According to Yuan Yuxiang, the village party secretary of Xiadongzhai, the village has a long history in China. It ____60____ (be) a strategic military location and a vital passage for traders since ancient times, connecting to Niangziguan, ____61____ important pass in north China.
When messengers needed to deliver information, they would pass through Xiadongzhai.The sight of messengers ____62____ (ride) horses to deliver news left a deep impression on the villagers at that time ____63____ began to pass on the tradition.
“The current Paomapai that we see contains many ancient characteristics,” said Yuan Yuxiang. “For example, the riders carry a wooden message box on ____64____ (they) backs.”
With Paomapai gaining popularity online, recent years have seen tens of thousands of tourists from China and overseas come to Xiadongzhai ____65____ (enjoy) this unique event.
第四部分 寫作(共兩節(jié)，滿分40分)
第一節(jié)(滿分15分)
66. 假定你是李華，上個月你參加了學校組織的一次社區(qū)科技體驗活動：智能機器人互動。請你給美國筆友Emma寫一封郵件分享這次經(jīng)歷，內(nèi)容包括：
1.你參與體驗的項目；
2.你感受。
注意：
1.寫作詞數(shù)應(yīng)為80左右；
2.請按如下格式在答題卡的相應(yīng)位置作答。
Dear Emma,
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二節(jié)(滿分25分)
67. 閱讀下面材料，根據(jù)其內(nèi)容和所給段落開頭語續(xù)寫兩段，使之構(gòu)成一篇完整的短文。
A New Beginning
Ava had always been a shy girl, preferring to spend time with books rather than people.She loved spending her afternoons in the school library, where she could escape into different worlds through the pages of her favorite novels. At school, she rarely spoke to her classmates or teachers. She would sit at the back of the classroom, her head down, avoiding eye contact. Her teachers often called on her, but she would only give short, quiet answers before closing herself off again.
One day, her English teacher, Mrs. James, noticed Ava’s love for stories during a creative writing task. “Ava,” Mrs. James said after class, “I think you have a wonderful imagination.Have you ever thought about joining the drama club We’re putting on a play next month, and I believe you’d be perfect for the lead role.”
Ava’s face turned red, and she shook her head quickly. “No, I can’t. I’m not good at speaking in front of people. I’d just embarrass myself. I’m afraid to fail.”
Mrs. James smiled gently. “I understand how you feel, but sometimes, we need to step out of our comfort zones and try new things to see how much we can grow. Just give it a try. You might surprise yourself.”
Ava hesitated but finally agreed to try out for the role. To her shock, she was chosen for the lead role. The weeks leading up to the play were filled with practice sessions. At first, Ava struggled to speak loudly enough for others to hear. Her fellow actors, however, were supportive. “You’ve got this, Ava!” one of them said during a practice. “Just imagine you’re telling a story to your friends.”
Slowly, Ava began to open up. She practiced her lines every night, and her confidence grew. On the night of the performance, she stood backstage, her hands trembling. She took a deep breath and reminded herself of Mrs. James’s words.
注意：
1.續(xù)寫詞數(shù)應(yīng)為150左右；
2.請按如下格式在答題卡的相應(yīng)位置作答。
As the curtains opened, Ava stepped onto the stage.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Backstage, Ava couldn’t stop smiling as she saw Mrs. James approaching her.
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衡水市部分學校2024-2025學年高二下學期3月月考
英語試題 答案
本試題卷共8頁。全卷滿分150分。考試用時120分鐘。
注意事項：
1.答題前，先將自己的姓名、準考證號填寫在答題卡上，并將準考證號條形碼粘貼在答題卡上的指定位置。
2.選擇題的作答：每小題選出答案后，用2B鉛筆把答題卡上對應(yīng)題目的答案標號涂黑，寫在試題卷、草稿紙和答題卡上的非答題區(qū)域均無效。
3.非選擇題的作答：用簽字筆直接寫在答題卡上對應(yīng)的答題區(qū)域內(nèi)。寫在試題卷、草稿紙和答題卡上的非答題區(qū)域均無效。
4.考試結(jié)束后，請將本試題卷和答題卡一并上交。
第一部分 聽力(共兩節(jié)，滿分30分)
第一節(jié)(共5小題;每小題1.5分，滿分7.5分)
聽下面5段對話。每段對話后有一個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽完每段對話后，你都有10秒鐘的時間來回答有關(guān)小題和閱讀下一小題。每段對話僅讀一遍。
【1題答案】
【答案】C
【2題答案】
【答案】C
【3題答案】
【答案】B
【4題答案】
【答案】B
【5題答案】
【答案】A
第二節(jié)(共15小題;每小題1.5分，滿分22.5分)
聽下面5段對話或獨白。每段對話或獨白后有幾個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽每段對話或獨白前，你將有時間閱讀各個小題，每小題5秒鐘;聽完后，各小題將給出5秒鐘的作答時間。每段對話或獨白讀兩遍。
【6~7題答案】
【答案】6. B 7. A
【8~10題答案】
【答案】8. A 9. C 10. B
【11~13題答案】
【答案】11. C 12. C 13. B
【14~16題答案】
【答案】14. B 15. A 16. B
【17~20題答案】
【答案】17. C 18. A 19. C 20. A
第二部分 閱讀(共兩節(jié)，滿分50分)
第一節(jié)(共15小題;每小題2.5分，滿分37.5分)
閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的A、B、C、D四個選項中選出最佳選項。
A
【21~23題答案】
【答案】21. B 22. C 23. D
B
【24~27題答案】
【答案】24 A 25. C 26. A 27. D
C
【28~31題答案】
【答案】28. A 29. C 30. D 31. B
D
【32~35題答案】
【答案】32. C 33. B 34. B 35. A
第二節(jié)(共5小題;每小題2.5分，滿分12.5分)
閱讀下面短文，從短文后的選項中選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。
【36~40題答案】
【答案】36. A 37. F 38. B 39. E 40. D
第三部分 語言運用(共兩節(jié)，滿分30分)
第一節(jié)(共15小題;每小題1分，滿分15分)
閱讀下面短文，從每題所給的A、B、C、D四個選項中選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。
【41~55題答案】
【答案】41. A 42. B 43. C 44. B 45. D 46. A 47. C 48. B 49. C 50. D 51. C 52. D 53. A 54. D 55. B
第二節(jié)(共10小題;每小題1.5分，滿分15分)
【56~65題答案】
【答案】56. silence
57. excitedly
58 in 59. guided
60. has been
61. an 62. riding
63. who##that
64. their 65. to enjoy
第四部分 寫作(共兩節(jié)，滿分40分)
第一節(jié)(滿分15分)
【66題答案】
【答案】Dear Emma,
How is everything going I’m writing to share an amazing experience with you. Last month, I took part in a community science and technology experience activity organized by our school, where I interacted with the intelligent robot.
I played a game with a robot, which could respond to my voice commands and perform various actions. It was mind-blowing! This activity made me realize how rapidly technology is advancing. It also inspired me to study computer science in the future, aiming to contribute to the development of such cool technologies. Can’t wait to hear about your interesting experiences!
Yours,
Li Hua
第二節(jié)(滿分25分)
【67題答案】
【答案】
As the curtains opened, Ava stepped onto the stage. When Ava began her first lines, her voice was soft but clear. As the play went on, she became less nervous. She moved across the stage with ease, her voice growing stronger and filled with emotion. When the play ended, there was a moment of quietness before the audience burst into loud clapping. Ava had done it — she had faced her fear and succeeded! At the moment, the first thing that came to her mind was to thank Mrs. James.
Backstage, Ava couldn’t stop smiling as she saw Mrs.James approaching her. She thanked Mrs. James. “You believed in me when I was unsure of myself,” Ava said.Mrs. James smiled and replied, “You did this all on your own. I just gave you a little push.” For the first time, Ava felt proud of herself. She realized that trying something new had allowed her to discover a part of herself she never knew existed. The fear of failure no longer held her back, and she knew this was just the beginning of many more opportunities to come.

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