山东省济南市2024-2025学年高三上学期期末学习质量检测英语试题

2025年1月济南市高三期末学习质量检测 英语试题 本试卷共12页。满分150分。考试用时120分钟。 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，将答题卡交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 该部分分为第一、第二两节。注意：回答听力部分时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. When will the movie begin? A. At 6:35. B. At 7:05. C. At 7:20. 2. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In an office. B. In the woman's. C. In a clothing store. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. A cultural activity. B. A special dinner. C. A dance show. 4. What does the man want? A. A job. B. A caregiver. C. A babysitter. 5. What is the woman? A. A reporter. B. A guide. C. A teacher. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6和第7题。 6. What can we know about the Rileys? A. They are on holiday. B. They are cooking now. C. They are calling for help. 7. What will the woman do next? A. Go to the Riley's. B. Find a phone. C. Make a call. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why does the woman ask the man to speak in a low voice? A. The professor is mad. B. They are in the library. C. The librarian is sleeping. 9. What was the woman's project about last year? A. Phones. B. Volcanos. C. Mice. 10. What will the first prize winner get? A. Many toys. B. $500. C. $100 and a calculator. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. When can the speakers usually meet? A. On Mondays. B. On Tuesdays. C. On Wednesdays. 12. What does the man think of the economics course? A. Inspiring. B. Interesting. C. Challenging. 13. What is the man's major? A. Mathematics. B. Economics. C. English literature. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. Where are the speakers? A. At a train station. B. At a bus stop. C. On a bus. 15. When will the man's sister arrive? A. In 10 minutes. B. In 20 minutes. C. In 30 minutes. 16. What help does the man want from the woman? A. Getting a ride. B. Using her phone. C. Borrowing her bike. 17. What does the woman suggest the man do? A. Change to another bus line. B. Turn to his uncle for help. C. Ask Mike for a favour. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What made the speaker give up the idea of being a chocolate tester? A. The opposition of his adviser. B. The dislike for sweet snacks. C. The heavy load of the work. 19. What may be a disadvantage of being a dog stylist? A. It is poorly paid. B. It is kind of risky. C. It needs experience. 20. What can we learn from the man in choosing a job? A. Knowing our talent matters. B. Sticking to dreams counts. C. Seeking for advice works. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Stanford University has announced a special distance-learning opportunity for outstanding high school and university students from China with the course titled “Design Thinking into Action: Adolescent Psychological and Physical Health”. Fall course dates September 21 to November 23, 2024. (Final deadline to apply: August 31, 2024.Early-bird deadline: June 1, 2024.) Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Tuition (学费) $4000(Early-bird: $3500). 10% off for two or more sign-ups. What to gain Students who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Completion from Stanford Program on International and Cross-cultural Education, Stanford University. Students will also gain practical and academic skills. ● 10“virtual classes” online in real time on Saturday mornings at 9:00 Beijing time; ● Pre-recorded, university-level lectures by leading scholars from Stanford University; ● Real-time discussions led by guest lecturers to familiarize students with the dynamics of classroom participation in Stanford University; ● Short writing assignments to improve critical thinking skills. Requirements included: ● Registration in grades 10, 11, or 12 in a high school in China with outstanding academic experience, or in year 1 or 2 in a university in China; ● Ability to read, write, and discuss complex ideas in English; ● A complete application including a written personal statement, school report and availability for a virtual interview; ● Use of a personal computer, camera, microphone, and reliable access to a broadband Internet connection. Admission to this program is competitive; up to 30 outstanding students will be accepted. 1. What is the payment for two early-bird applicants? A. $3500. B. $4000. C. $6300. D. $7000. 2. What does the course offer to students? A. Discussions with Stanford students. B. Professional instructions in writing. C. 10 classes in the Standford campus. D. Some recorded lectures by experts. 3. What is a must for applicants? A. A good grasp of English. B. A recommendation letter. C. Experience in interviews. D. Completion of high school. B Despite being born without hands, 12-year-old Aubrey Sauvie has never let limitations hold her back. From mastering martial arts (武术) to expressing herself through art, she advances bravely in a world that often prioritizes physical ability. However, her passion for drumming presented a special barrier: how could she hold the drumsticks without slipping out? Aware of Aubrey’s problem, her band director proposed her for Tech Engineering for Kids, a program which is run through a junior-level engineering course of the Tennessee Tech University. It involves students working in teams to design a form of custom assistive technology for children with special needs. Up to now, they have created toys and devices for children with sensory disorder. Learning about Aubrey’s story, a team of ten engineering students of the program decided to create 3D-printed prostheses (义肢) specifically designed for drumming. They would send a certain design to Aubrey, who would then provide feedback, like “I think this is good, but it's a little bit long. Could it be shortened?’ or “It’s a little bit hot on my arm. Could you potentially, like, make it a little bit more breathable?” The team created about six iterations of the prostheses until they were satisfied with the final product, which was not only hard-wearing but also flexible, allowing for drumstick attachments on both arms. This innovation not only improved sound quality but also provided the flexibility needed for advanced drumming techniques. Aubrey was very grateful for this technical solution. “I was really excited that I was going to be able to use the new prostheses and try them out,” she remarked. “They are becoming a very useful and resourceful tool to help me with my drumming.” With her newfound drumming freedom, Aubrey sets her sights on mastering a full drum set. Meanwhile. Tech Engineering for Kids readies itself to extend its reach, bridging the gap between limitations and ambitions through technology. 4. What troubles Aubrey a lot? A. Lacking passion for sports. B. Owning no talent for music. C. Inaccessibility to expert training. D. Inability to operate an instrument. 5. What is Tech Engineering for Kids intended to do? A. Offer engineering courses. B. Design sustainable devices. C. Create personalized adaptive tools. D. Improve overall users’ experience. 6. Which can replace the underlined word “iterations” in Paragraph 3? A. Uses. B. Versions. C. Materials. D. Kinds. 7. What does the text mainly tell us? A. Limitation brings down people’ creativity. B. Ambition fuels the desires of the disabled. C Science breaks down the barriers among people. D. Technology empowers people to pursue dreams. C Robots are separated into two parts: the brain and the body. An AI brain can help run the traffic system of a city, but many robots still struggle to open a door — why is that? “Software has advanced rapidly in recent years, but hardware has not kept up. Currently, all robots rely on electricity and software to function. The robotic brain composed of software translates information to the body or hardware through an encoder (编码器), which then performs an action,” said Dr Antonio Forte, a senior lecturer in engineering at King’s College London. To overcome this, Forte’s team developed a circuit by integrating liquid-based circuits with an adjustable valve (阀) placed within a robot’s hardware. This valve acts like a switch in a normal circuit and engineers can send signals directly to hardware using variations in pressure from liquid inside, allowing the robot to perform complex tasks without the need for electricity or instruction from the central brain. This leads robots to function independently in challenging environments, such as low-income countries that do not have reliable access to electricity. Independent from the software running it, the advanced hardware system carries the majority of computational load by itself. This opens up the possibility of a new generation of robots, whose bodies could operate independently of their built-in control center, with this space potentially being used instead for more complex AI-powered software, and consequently they can be more aware of their social context, which provides for a new kind of robotics in places like social care and mass production. “Ultimately, without investment in such field robots will stay at a certain level after a period of growth. Soon, if we do not offload the computational tasks that modern-day robots take on, computing improvements will have little impact on their performance. The work is just a first step on this path, but the future holds smarter robots with smarter bodies,” Mostafa Mousa, a post-graduate researcher at King’s College London, commented. 8. What is holding back the development of robots nowadays? A. Backward hardware. B. High electricity cost. C. Low-speed encoders. D. Complex calculations. 9. How does the valve function in a robot? A. It translates information. B. It adjusts liquid pressure. C. It sends electrical signals. D. It powers robots’ brains. 10. What sets the new generation of robots apart from others? A. Autonomy with adaptability. B. Resistance to physical damage. C. Understanding of users’ likes. D. Capability to control softwares. 11. What does Mousa think of the work of Forte’s team? A. Eventful. B. Doubtful. C. Promising. D. Dismissive. D Assume you have been offered a once-in-a-lifetime job opportunity abroad, but it means leaving behind your partner who can’t follow you. You start wondering how to make the wisest decision between your career goals and your commitment to the relationship. In today’s world, where we face unexpected challenges, the pursuit for wisdom remains as relevant as ever. But what are the criteria for judging wisdom? This age-old question has puzzled great minds for centuries. And do they vary around the world? To answer these questions, we conducted a study asking 2,707 participants from 16 cultures to compare 10 hypothetical (假想的) persons. For example, the participants compared “a scientist who gathers information about animals” with “a teacher who educates kids about history”. They decided who was more likely to use effective ways to deal with complex situations when trying to make a difficult choice. Then, they rated the wisdom of each person. We analyzed all these comparisons to work out the hidden dimensions the participants relied upon and calculated the weight they gave to these dimensions when inferring the wisdom of these characters. Our findings revealed that when people make judgments about wisdom, they essentially link wisdom to two key dimensions — reflective orientation (反思性建构) and social emotional awareness. Reflective orientation involves logic, reason, control over emotions, and the application of past experiences. On the other hand, social emotional awareness involves caring for others, active listening, and the ability to adapt to complex social situations. The two dimensions are closely related, and people think about both of them when determining whether to label a character as wise. We also found a surprising commonality in how people around the world perceive wisdom in others, with both the key dimensions receiving a similar weighting across all cultures. This commonality is likely rooted in fundamental human needs: get ahead and get along. The former involves recognizing who is competent to make things happen, which is consistent with reflective orientation. The latter requires abilities related to social emotional awareness. 12. What is the assumption in Paragraph 1 about? A. Making a choice. B. Breaking a promise. C. Setting a career goal. D. Keeping a relationship. 13 What did the participants do in the study? A They evaluated individual wisdom. B. They analyzed wisdom dimensions. C. They compared real-life wise persons. D. They addressed challenging situations. 14. In which case is social emotional awareness involved? A. A student interprets questions to a classmate. B. A scientist reaches conclusions from evidences. C. A boss chooses a green hand to serve key customers. D. A teacher takes time to learn students’ practical needs. 15. What does the last paragraph focus on? A. Distinctions of human needs. B. Similarity in rating wisdom. C. Methods of gaining wisdom. D. Interflow among cultures. 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。 Luck can really feel random, and it can be tough to know how to get good luck. Some individuals get in a temporary dilemma where things don’t go as planned. Others may be convinced they can’t catch a break. ___16___ It can be consistently attracted through effective strategies. Maintaining a positive mindset allows you to draw in luck. When you expect good things to happen, you are more likely to take risks that could lead to fortunate outcomes. By embracing this positive attitude, you become stronger in the face of challenges. ___17___ This allows you to try again after failure and find new opportunities. ___18___ A wider network leads to more opportunities in your pursuit of fortune. According to psychologist Richard Wiseman, the No. 1 predictor of how many lucky breaks person has is how interconnected they are with others. Additionally, the presence of a supportive community and friendships further enhances your chances of experiencing good fortune. Many lucky breaks occur as a result of bold (大胆的) actions. Even if you’re not typically seen as bold, you can still enhance your confidence. For example, if you’re feeling unhappy about your career prospects, polish your resume (简历) and apply to job listings that interest you. ___19___ By welcoming risks, you create opportunities for luck to find you. Luck favors those who are willing to consider new ideas. Being open to new concepts can help put your good-luck train on a new and faster track. But remember: Stay realistic. It’s not just about the mindset but the consequent actions that will be beneficial. ___20___ A. These actions help generate ideas. B. You also bounce back more quickly. C. Social connections can affect your luck. D. However, luck is not just a matter of chance. E. Actually, luck is something you’re born with. F. Making such a move is tough but well worth it. G. They are vital to turning opportunities into gains. 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15 小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 To me, my father, Frank Driscoll, was just a teacher, who seldom spoke of his work. I ___21___ paid much attention to his profession. He was always ___22___ when I needed him, so like most children. I took him for granted. At 65, he retired, and while we frequently talked about my job we rarely touched upon the ___23___ of his teaching. Even in his final days. I did not ___24___ him in conversation about his career. At the funeral (葬礼) ,I listened as my father’s friends shared stories about their time together and what my father ___25___ to them. I then noticed six young individuals lined up to ___26___ the guest registry. Initially, I assumed they had ___27___ arrived at the wrong funeral. I ___28___ them and politely explained that this was the ___29___ for Frank DriscoII. One young woman told me they were my father’s students a decade ago and wished to pay their ___30___ . I had never expected my father’s students would come. Though I was ___31___ , I invited them into the wake. They shared how my father had significantly influenced their lives. One man recalled how my father ___32___ him to get a better education as a safety net instead of coasting on his athletic ability. He was grateful later when his athletic career didn’t ___33___ as expected. Their stories about my father deeply affected me and I now ___34___ my father in a new light. I will no longer consider him as “just a ___35___ ”. He touched the lives of countless young individuals and quietly transformed their futures. 21. A. luckily B. openly C. often D. never 22. A. busy B. content C. silent D. present 23. A. reflection B. subject C. nature D. capacity 24. A. engage B. monitor C. interrupt D. avoid 25. A. promised B. meant C. lent D. assigned 26. A. mark B. check C. copy D. sign 27. A. publicly B. barely C. accidentally D. specially 28. A. warned B. refused C. discovered D. approached 29. A. wake B. celebration C. present D. comfort 30. A. claims B. dues C. respects D. debts 31. A. excited B. astonished C. confused D. relieved 32. A. sponsored B. challenged C. convinced D. forced 33. A. get through B. work out C. come up D. break off 34. A. perceive B. forgive C. remember D. introduce 35. A. father B. friend C. coach D. teacher 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。 An exhibition of Chinese mural (壁画) art made its first appearance overseas at the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. The exhibition provided a platform, ___36___ China, France and international communities had a dialogue on cultural heritage conservation. This exhibition featured the extraordinary murals from the Yongle Palace, which ___37___ (locate) in Ruicheng. Shanxi province. The palace was built during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), ___38___ (serve) as a center of worship (祭祖) during the rule of Emperor Yongle, ___39___ listed as a national key cultural heritage conservation unit in 1961. In this exhibition, high technology was used for reproduction and display to let every visitor experience ___40___ unique charm of these murals up close, which not only exhibited ___41___ (exception) art skills but also held significant reference value for the study of Chinese thought, art and religious culture. The ___42___ (integrate) of classical culture and modern technology in the exhibition breathe new life into traditional art forms and made them accessible ___43___ a global audience. With the cultural importance of these murals ___44___ (highlight), the exhibition symbolized the growing interest in China’s rich cultural and religious heritage on the global stage and ____45____ (promote) better understanding and cooperation between countries in a multicultural context. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假定你李华，你班将于本周日前往生态农业基地参观。请写一封邮件邀请外教Frank参加，内容包括： （1）写信目的； （2）具体安排。 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 Frank, ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 47. 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。 For Jake, the journey from high school to college had never seemed so challenging. The real world— the campus life he had heard so much about, the decisions on what to study, what career to pursue, and how to find his place— felt like a heavy weight on his chest. He had no clue what his future held. One afternoon, Jake’s mom suggested he spend some time volunteering at the community center. “It might be a good way to take your mind off things,” she said. At first, he resisted. Volunteering didn't sound like the right way to prepare for college. He needed to focus on his future, not wasting time helping others. But eventually, he agreed unwillingly. When Jake first arrived at the center, the atmosphere felt unfamiliar but warm. It was a small, comfortable space with colorful walls, art supplies, and kids playing in the corner. He was assigned to help with the kids’ art class. The first few days were uneventful. Jake just sat back, passing out crayons, organizing the art supplies, and occasionally offering a word of encouragement to the kids. But one particular day, a girl caught his attention. Her name was Layla, and she was sitting in the corner, quietly staring down at a blank canvas (画布), with her hands wrapped tightly around a paintbrush. Her brush paused above the canvas as if she were waiting for permission to make the first mark. Jake had no experience with art and didn’t know how to guide Layla. But something about her hesitation touched his heart. He walked over to her and asked, “Hey, Layla, what's going on? Why aren't you painting?” She looked up at him with large brown eyes, then down at her hands, which were holding the paintbrush tightly but not moving. “I’m not good at it,” she replied. “I don’t know how to make it look like what’s in my mind.” 注意：1.续写词数应为150个左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Jake sat beside her, smiling. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ As Layla’s confidence grew, Jake felt a shift within himself. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 听力 1—5 BBABC 6—10 ACBCB 11—I5 BCCBA 16—20 CACBA 2025年1月济南市高三期末学习质量检测 英语试题 本试卷共12页。满分150分。考试用时120分钟。 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号等填写在答题卡和试卷指定位置上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 3.考试结束后，将答题卡交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 该部分分为第一、第二两节。注意：回答听力部分时，请先将答案标在试卷上。听力部分结束前，你将有两分钟的时间将你的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 1. When will the movie begin? A. At 6:35. B. At 7:05. C. At 7:20. 2. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In an office. B. In the woman's. C. In a clothing store. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. A cultural activity. B. A special dinner. C. A dance show. 4. What does the man want? A. A job. B. A caregiver. C. A babysitter. 5. What is the woman? A. A reporter. B. A guide. C. A teacher. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6和第7题。 6. What can we know about the Rileys? A. They are on holiday. B. They are cooking now. C. They are calling for help. 7 What will the woman do next? A. Go to the Riley's. B. Find a phone. C. Make a call. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Why does the woman ask the man to speak in a low voice? A. The professor is mad. B. They are in the library. C. The librarian is sleeping. 9. What was the woman's project about last year? A. Phones. B. Volcanos. C. Mice. 10. What will the first prize winner get? A. Many toys. B. $500. C. $100 and a calculator. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. When can the speakers usually meet? A. On Mondays. B. On Tuesdays. C. On Wednesdays. 12. What does the man think of the economics course? A. Inspiring. B. Interesting. C. Challenging. 13. What is the man's major? A. Mathematics. B. Economics. C. English literature. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14. Where are the speakers? A. At a train station. B. At a bus stop. C. On a bus. 15. When will the man's sister arrive? A. In 10 minutes. B. In 20 minutes. C. In 30 minutes. 16. What help does the man want from the woman? A. Getting a ride. B. Using her phone. C. Borrowing her bike. 17. What does the woman suggest the man do? A. Change to another bus line. B. Turn to his uncle for help. C. Ask Mike for a favour. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18. What made the speaker give up the idea of being a chocolate tester? A. The opposition of his adviser. B. The dislike for sweet snacks. C. The heavy load of the work. 19. What may be a disadvantage of being a dog stylist? A. It is poorly paid. B. It is kind of risky. C. It needs experience. 20. What can we learn from the man in choosing a job? A Knowing our talent matters. B. Sticking to dreams counts. C. Seeking for advice works. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A 【1~3题答案】 【答案】1. C 2. D 3. A B 【4~7题答案】 【答案】4. D 5. C 6. B 7. D C 【8~11题答案】 【答案】8. A 9. B 10. A 11. C D 【12~15题答案】 【答案】12. A 13. A 14. D 15. B 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。 【16~20题答案】 【答案】16. D 17. B 18. C 19. F 20. G 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节（共15 小题；每小题1分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. D 22. D 23. B 24. A 25. B 26. D 27. C 28. D 29. A 30. C 31. B 32. C 33. B 34. A 35. D 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 【36~45题答案】 【答案】36. where 37. is located 38. serving 39. and 40. the 41. exceptional 42. integration##integrations 43. to 44. highlighted 45. promoted 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 【46题答案】 【答案】Dear Frank, I hope this message finds you well. I’m writing to invite you to join our class trip to the Ecological Agriculture Base this Sunday. It’s a great opportunity to learn about sustainable farming practices and explore the beauty of nature. We’ll depart from school at 8 a.m. by bus and return by 4 p.m. The visit includes guided tours, hands-on activities, and a picnic lunch at the base. It’s sure to be an enlightening and enjoyable experience. Your presence would be a wonderful addition to our trip. Please let me know if you can make it. Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 【47题答案】 【答案】 Jake sat beside her, smiling. “You know, Layla,” he said gently, “art isn’t about making something look perfect. It’s about expressing what’s inside you. There’s no right or wrong way to paint. Just close your eyes and think about that beautiful thing in your mind, then let the brush move freely on the canvas.” Layla listened intently, her eyes fixed on Jake. Slowly, she took a deep breath and made the first stroke. Jake watched with encouragement, nodding and offering words of praise for each new color she added. Bit by bit, a beautiful landscape emerged on the canvas. As Layla’s confidence grew, Jake felt a shift within himself. He realized that helping others could bring such a sense of fulfillment. The joy on Layla’s face when she finally saw her completed painting was like a light bulb going off in his head. He understood that his own future didn’t have to be a burden. Just as he had guided Layla to express herself, he could also find his own path step by step. Volunteering wasn’t a waste of time at all. It was a chance to learn, grow, and see the world from a different perspective. From that day on, Jake was no longer weighed down by the unknowns of his future. Instead, he was excited to explore new possibilities and make a difference, just like he did for Layla. 听力 1—5 BBABC 6—10 ACBCB 11—I5 BCCBA 16—20 CACBA 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $