河北省石家庄市辛集中学2025-2026学年高三上学期开学英语试题

河北辛集中学高三年级暑假开学收心练习高三 英语试卷 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 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。 例: How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.18. C. £9.15. 答案是C。 1. What kind of discount can the man get? A. 10%. B. 6%. C. 5%. 2. What does Helen think of her new neighbor? A. Careless. B. Annoying. C. Considerate. 3. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Hotel clerk and guest. B. Husband and wife. C. House agent and customer. 4. Where will Romesh go? A. The cleaner's. B. A company. C. A cafe. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. Where to put plastic. B. How to recycle at home. C. What to do with paper products. 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、7题。 6. What does the man do for the woman? A. He returns money to her. B. He arranges a presentation. C. He changes a train ticket for her. 7. What will happen to the woman? A. She'll leave at 6:30. B. She'll cancel her trip. C. She'll travel in business class. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What did the woman just finish? A. A face-to-face conversation. B. A talk on the phone. C. A job interview. 9. What does the man tell the woman about? A. Her responsibilities. B. The company's business. C. The company's future plan. 10. What will the woman do next? A. Answer the telephone. B. Join the sales department. C. Learn about the products. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. What does the man say about the film? A. It is aimed at children. B. It is inspiring. C. It is adapted from life stories. 12. What are the online reviews generally like about the film? A. Positive. B. Critical. C. Mixed. 13. What happened to the film? A. It won many international awards. B. It was selected as the best film of this year. C. It was considered the most competitive film. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. What is the main purpose of "Family Welcome" event? A. Welcoming families. B. Entertaining children. C. Having parent-child activities. 15. What is this year's short film about? A. Sculpture. B. Painting. C. Family. 16. What do we know about the concerts? A. They are longer in the morning. B. They are held in a fixed place. C. They present various kinds of music. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What did the speaker fail to do? A. Prepare a test. B. Grade a test. C. Announce the results. 18. What does the speaker expect his students to do? A. Change their attitudes. B. Observe nature. C. Be creative. 19. What inspired scientists to create the new plastic? A. Insects. B. A dream. C. Food packages. 20. What is one potential use of the new plastic? A. Keeping food for a long time. B. Detecting bad food through packages. C. Making food packages more colorful. 第二部分 阅读理解（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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A An eleven-night trip departing 30 May 2025 MAY 2025 Fri 30 Fly in Business Class from London to Dubrovnik, Croatia Upon arrival go to a 5☆hotel for your two-night stay Sat 31 Dubrovnik, Croatia Spend the day exploring at your leisure JUNE 2025 Sun 1 Dubrovnik, Croatia Go to the port and board the 6☆Ocean Encore for your seven-night voyage (航行) Mon 2-Sat 7 Kotor, Montenegro→Gallipoli, Italy→Sarandë, Albania→Zakinthos, Greece→Nafplion, Greece Relax at sea Sun 8-Mon 9 Athens (from Piraeus), Greece Leave and go to a 5☆hotel for your two-night stay Spend the day exploring at your leisure Tue 10 Athens, Greece Go to the airport for your Business Class flight to London WHAT’S included √FREE private UK driver service, up to 100 miles each way, for ALL bookings √FREE two-night 5☆hotel stay in Dubrovnik, Croatia including breakfast √SEVEN-NIGHT luxury voyage on board Ocean Encore -Spacious, all-suite (套房) accommodation with sweeping ocean views -Free fine wines, spirits, champagnes, beers and soft drinks throughout your voyage √FREE two-night 5☆hotel stay in Athens, Greece including breakfast √Return business class flights from London(regional flights may be available on request) SPECIAL OFFERS(per person) SUITE GRADE Full price(PP) Now price(PP) Veranda Suite(2 left) V1 £5,799 £4,799 Veranda Suite V4 £7,399 £6,399 Ocean welcomes you to this all-inclusive, luxury trip. Book by 8 pm on 31st March 2025 to enjoy an extra £100 discount per suite 1. Where does the 7-night voyage start? A. London. B. Dubrovnik. C. Athens. D. Kotor. 2. What service does this trip provide? A. An eleven-night hotel stay. B. Wine-tasting sessions. C. A full-journey driver service. D. Round-trip business class flights. 3. If a couple book a Veranda Suite (V1) on 30th March 2025, how much will they save? A. £1,900. B. £2,000. C. £2,100. D. £2,200. B I have been studying the French language for three years. This field of study has been the hardest but most precious of my life. I would put it above the study of writing simply because I started writing as a 6-year-old boy under my mother’s guidance. I always “felt” I could write. I did not always “feel” I could study a foreign language effectively. But here I am, right now, in a French hotel. I spoke French at the border, when I checked in and when I went to get lunch. I fail to speak with fluency. I mishear words. I can’t really use complicated grammar. But my words are perfectly understandable and serve their purpose. I feel, as I always do, like I am lost in the dark, but with each misstep, I find my way more clearly. I didn’t feel it when reading French novels; I didn’t feel it at school. I just felt it when I first arrived Paris. I’m emphasizing feelings because, when studying, they are as important as any reality. The fear of making mistakes feeds the hopelessness and makes learners quit. It is not the study of language that is hard. It is the feelings of who you are at the present level and pessimistic belief of who you will always be that make it hard. The transformation to turn struggles into growth is what truly makes learning a life-changing journey. Maybe one day, someone will say something to me that I do not understand, and in that moment. I may feel a bit discouraged. But now, I feel a sense of being high. These moments of confidence and motivation are precious, for they remind me of how far I’ve come. They are not the norm (常态), though. The truth is, the lows are what I encounter more often. They are part of the learning process, part of the transformation that shapes us into better versions of ourselves. And yet, it is through these lows that I am constantly learning and growing. 4. How does the author feel about making mistakes in French? A. Awkward. B. Hopeless. C. Competent. D. Rewarding. 5. Why does the author emphasize feelings? A. To highlight his struggles in learning French. B. To show that positive thinking can drive growth. C. To illustrate that people should follow their hearts. D. To clarify his experience in mindset transformation. 6. According to the author, what is the real challenge in learning a language? A. Mastering complicated grammar. B. Overcoming the fear of making mistakes. C. Finding enough time to study. D. Understanding native speakers. 7. What can we infer from the last paragraph? A. The lows are always followed by highs. B. Feeling confident should be made a norm. C. Struggles are an essential part of learning. D. The ups are the real times when learning occurs. C When I mentioned to some friends that we all have accents (口音), most of them proudly replied, “Well, I speak perfect English/ Chinese/ etc." But this kind of response makes me fail to understand the true meaning of accents. Usually, what we mean when we say someone “has an accent” is that their accent is different from the local one, or that pronunciations are different from our own. But this definition of accents is limiting and could give rise to prejudice. Funnily enough, in terms of the language study, every person speaks with an accent. It is the regular differences in how we produce sounds that define our accents. Even if you don’t hear it yourself, you speak with some sort of accent. In this sense, it’s pointless to point out that someone “has an accent”. We all do! Every person speaks a dialect (方言), too. In the field of language study, a dialect is a version of a language that is characterized by its variations of structure, phrases and words. For instance, “You got eat or not?” (meaning “Have you eaten?”) is an acceptable and understood question in Singapore Oral English. The fact that this expression would cause a standard American English speaker to take pause doesn’t mean that Singapore Oral English is “wrong” or “ungrammatical”. The sentence is well-formed and clearly communicative, according to native Singapore English speakers’ solid system of grammar. Why should it be wrong just because it’s different? We need to move beyond a narrow conception of accents and dialects — for the benefit of everyone. Language differences like these provide deep understandings into people’s cultural experiences and backgrounds. In a global age, the way one speaks is definitely a part of one’s identity. Most people would be happy to talk about the cultures behind their speech. We’d learn more about the world we live in and make friends along the way. 8. What does the author think of his/ her friends’ response in paragraph 1? A. It reflects their self-confidence. B. It reflects their language levels. C. It misses the point of communication. D. It misses the real meaning of accents. 9. Why does the author use the example of Singapore Oral English? A. To support the use of dialects. B. To show the diversity of dialects. C. To correct a grammatical mistake. D. To highlight a traditional approach. 10. What does the author recommend us to do in the last paragraph? A. Learn to speak with your local dialect. B. Seek for an official definition of accents. C. Appreciate the value of accents and dialects. D. Distinguish our local languages from others’. 11. What can be a suitable title for this passage? A. Everyone Has an Accent B. Accents Weaken Our Uniqueness C. Dialects Lead to Misunderstanding D. Standard English Is at Risk D Ecotourism has become an increasingly popular way for travelers to explore the world while minimizing their environmental impact. Unlike traditional tourism, which often focuses on luxury accommodations and crowded attractions, ecotourism emphasizes responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local communities. The core principles of ecotourism include minimizing environmental damage, respecting local cultures, and supporting conservation efforts. Travelers engaging in ecotourism activities typically visit protected areas such as national parks, wildlife reserves, or remote communities. They participate in activities like bird watching, hiking, or learning about traditional crafts from local residents. These experiences not only allow travelers to connect with nature but also contribute to the preservation of fragile ecosystems. One successful example of ecotourism is the Galapagos Islands in Ecuador. Faced with threats from over-tourism in the 20th century, the government implemented strict regulations to protect the unique wildlife and landscapes. Today, visitors to the Galapagos must follow designated routes, be accompanied by certified guides, and pay a conservation fee that funds environmental protection projects. This approach has helped maintain the islands’ biodiversity while providing income for local communities through tourism. Another example is Costa Rica, often regarded as a leader in ecotourism. The country has transformed its natural resources into a sustainable tourism industry, with over 25% of its land protected in national parks and reserves. Tourists can explore rainforests, observe sea turtles nesting, or stay in eco-lodges that use renewable energy and support local farmers. This model has not only preserved Costa Rica’s natural beauty but also reduced poverty in rural areas by creating jobs in tourism. However, ecotourism is not without challenges. Some destinations market themselves as “eco-friendly” without implementing meaningful conservation measures, a practice known as “greenwashing.” Travelers must be cautious and research companies before booking to ensure their tourism dollars support genuine environmental and community initiatives. Additionally, even well-managed ecotourism can have negative impacts if visitor numbers exceed the carrying capacity of an area, leading to habitat disturbance or increased waste. To practice responsible ecotourism, experts recommend choosing small-scale, locally owned accommodations, participating in guided tours led by local experts, and following the “leave no trace” principle by taking all trash with you and avoiding damage to plants and wildlife. By making informed choices, travelers can enjoy meaningful experiences while helping to protect the planet for future generations. 12. What is the main difference between ecotourism and traditional tourism? A. Ecotourism focuses on luxury accommodations. B. Ecotourism emphasizes responsible travel and environmental conservation. C. Traditional tourism only visits natural areas. D. Traditional tourism requires following strict regulations. 13. Why does the author mention the Galapagos Islands? A. To show the negative effects of over-tourism. B. To introduce a popular luxury travel destination. C. To provide a successful example of ecotourism. D. To explain how to get certified as an ecotourism guide. 14. What does the word “greenwashing” in Paragraph 5 probably mean? A. Making false claims about being environmentally friendly. B. Using green colors in tourism advertisements. C. Planting trees to offset carbon emissions from travel. D. Implementing strict environmental protection measures. 15. What is recommended for responsible ecotourism according to the text? A. Choosing large international hotel chains. B. Exploring natural areas without a guide. C. Leaving trash in designated areas. D. Selecting locally owned accommodations. 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 How to Stay Motivated in Learning Learning is a lifelong journey, but it’s not always easy to stay motivated. Whether you’re a student preparing for exams or an adult learning a new skill, here are some tips to keep you inspired. Set Clear Goals Define what you want to achieve. Goals give you a sense of direction. ____16____ For example, if you’re learning a language, your goal could be to be able to hold a basic conversation within three months. Make sure your goals are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART). Find Your “Why” Understand the reason behind your learning. ____17____ If you’re learning to play a musical instrument, it could be because you’ve always wanted to perform on stage or simply enjoy the process of creating music. Knowing your “why” will keep you going when things get tough. Create a Positive Learning Environment Surround yourself with things that inspire you. ____18____ You can also join study groups or online communities related to your field of study. Sharing your learning journey with others can provide support and motivation. Break It Down Large tasks can seem overwhelming. Divide your learning into smaller, manageable chunks. ____19____ This way, you can track your progress more easily and celebrate small victories along the way. Reward Yourself When you reach a learning milestone, give yourself a reward. ____20____ It could be something as simple as watching a movie, having a delicious meal, or taking a day off. Rewards help reinforce positive behavior and keep you motivated. A. This will make your learning process more enjoyable. B. It could be to get a better job, gain knowledge, or improve yourself. C. Instead of trying to learn a whole book in a week, focus on one chapter at a time. D. Make your study area clean, organized, and filled with things that inspire you. E. Without goals, you may feel lost and lack the drive to move forward. F. You can set a long-term goal and several short-term goals to reach it. G. Rewards don’t have to be big or expensive. 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 While living in California, I started to look forward to hiking another famous California mountain, Half Dome, located in Yosemite National Park. It is a 14 to 16-hour hike depending on the ___21___ you choose. You’ll climb 4,800 feet, and you need to get a ___22___ ahead of time. No friends at the time agreed to do this hike with me and I didn’t feel ___23___ while doing it alone. This long-held ___24___ still wasn’t achieved when I moved away from California. I ___25___ it for years. Years later, I was looking at something I’d bought during a Yosemite visit. It was a gift for people who had ___26___ the Half Dome hike. It was meant to ___27___ me to do it. I’d been hiking much less since I left California. I got into a(n) ___28___ mood (心情), thinking I didn’t want to go hiking because it seemed hard to ___29___ the trails (步道). However, that was not ___30___ true. I missed it a lot! That day, I ___31___ to go for it. I put in for permits and got them for September. My best friend agreed to ___32___ me. We started training all summer. Over the course of that year, I began to enjoy hiking again by discovering ___33___ trails. Finally, I stood on the top of Half Dome, ___34___ the views of one of my favorite places from a ___35___ that had held a special place in my heart since childhood. 21. A. map B. friend C. guide D. path 22. A. permit B. passport C. check D. stick 23. A. thankful B. comfortable C. useful D. risky 24. A. prediction B. task C. dream D. success 25. A. appreciated B. regretted C. enjoyed D. planned 26. A. understood B. considered C. completed D. praised 27. A. inspire B. advise C. allow D. teach 28. A. mysterious B. angry C. strange D. terrible 29. A. connect B. reach C. clean D. repair 30. A. directly B. relatively C. simply D. actually 31. A. tried B. decided C. learned D. volunteered 32. A. join B. serve C. lead D. remind 33. A. long B. high C. new D. safe 34. A. thinking of B. waiting for C. carrying on D. taking in 35. A. farm B. mountain C. village D. cottage 第二节（共10小题：每小题1.5分，满分15分） 语法填空 2024 may go down not only as the hottest ever recorded but also as a year that has, with an alarming increase in the ___36___ (frequent) and severity of a wide range of climate change-caused extreme weather events, given us a clear forecast of the climate change impacts that are not ___37___ (benefit) to us over the coming decades and centuries. These impacts are far-reaching, ___38___ (extend) to human health, politics, food supplies, infrastructure, financial markets, and society at large, and exceeding national boundaries. According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), our atmosphere now holds more carbon dioxide than ___39___ any time in human history. It is increasingly likely ___40___ global surface temperatures will surpass the critical 1.5 degrees Celsius threshold (临界值) set during the COP21 summit, known as the Paris climate agreement. As ___41___ (indicate) by the Global Hunger Index now, the consequence of anthropogenic (人为的) climate change has worsened food insecurity, resulting in ___42___ (challenge) in global hunger for the first time with ___43___ increase in feeding humans. While the current sign might suggest an upcoming climate catastrophe, it is crucial ___44___ (pursue) the solutions to these issues. For instance, ____45____ (renew) energy has been being taken advantage of more than expectations, paving the way for clean energy transition. Moreover, over half of the world's economies have already moved beyond a peak in power generation from fossil fuels. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 46. 假如你是李华,某国际学校英语报“Cross-cultural Communication”栏目的负责人,请你写一则通知，呼吁全校学生向专栏投稿，内容包括： 1.栏目简介; 2.稿件要求; 3.投稿方式和截止日期。 注意： 1.写作词数应为80左右; 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 NOTICE ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The English Newspaper 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。 “There now, just a couple of months and the wait will be over!” John, an elevenyear-old boy, thought happily as he counted the money in his little box. John had been saving his pocket money for months, planning to buy a new gaming device. John’s parents had always stressed the importance of saving, teaching him that small amounts added up over time, so every month, John would set aside some of his pocket money. Of course, this was not enough and he was also relying on his birthday gift money, which would arrive in three months. “Just a little more, and I’ll have enough!” he thought, excited about owning the gaming device he had longed for soon. One afternoon, while doing his homework at home, John overheard (偶然听到) a conversation between his mother and their neighbor, Mrs. Brown. Mrs. Brown, who lived next door, was struggling to pay for her daughter’s school fees (学费) and asked John’s mother if she could lend her some money. “Can you lend me some money right now? I’ll pay it back in a couple of months. Things are really hard for me now,” she requested. John’s mother responded that she would help as much as she could and would reach out to other relatives to see if more money could be gathered. As John listened, he began to think, “I have some money saved up, but if I give it to Mrs. Brown, what about my gaming device then?” After all, he really wanted the gaming device. But then he remembered how Mrs. Brown often lent a helping hand — whether it was bringing over a hot meal when his parents were busy or looking after their house during vacations. How could he refuse to do something for her in return? That night, John lay in bed and had a heartfelt conversation with himself. Eventually, after much thought, John made up his mind. He decided that the education of Mrs. Brown’s daughter was more important than his own material desires. 注意： 1.续写词数应为150左右； 2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 The next morning, John went directly to his mother after waking up. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Three months passed and finally it was John’s birthday. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 河北辛集中学高三年级暑假开学收心练习高三 英语试卷 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 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。 例: How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.18. C. £9.15. 答案是C。 1. What kind of discount can the man get? A. 10%. B. 6%. C. 5%. 2. What does Helen think of her new neighbor? A. Careless. B. Annoying. C. Considerate. 3. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Hotel clerk and guest. B. Husband and wife. C. House agent and customer. 4. Where will Romesh go? A. The cleaner's. B. A company. C. A cafe. 5. What are the speakers talking about? A. Where to put plastic. B. How to recycle at home. C. What to do with paper products. 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、7题。 6. What does the man do for the woman? A. He returns money to her. B. He arranges a presentation. C. He changes a train ticket for her. 7. What will happen to the woman? A. She'll leave at 6:30. B. She'll cancel her trip. C. She'll travel in business class. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What did the woman just finish? A. A face-to-face conversation. B. A talk on the phone. C. A job interview. 9. What does the man tell the woman about? A. Her responsibilities. B. The company's business. C. The company's future plan. 10. What will the woman do next? A. Answer the telephone. B. Join the sales department. C. Learn about the products. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. What does the man say about the film? A. It is aimed at children. B. It is inspiring. C. It is adapted from life stories. 12. What are the online reviews generally like about the film? A. Positive. B. Critical. C. Mixed. 13. What happened to the film? A. It won many international awards. B. It was selected as the best film of this year. C. It was considered the most competitive film. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. What is the main purpose of "Family Welcome" event? A. Welcoming families. B. Entertaining children. C. Having parent-child activities. 15. What is this year's short film about? A. Sculpture. B. Painting. C. Family. 16. What do we know about the concerts? A. They are longer in the morning. B. They are held in a fixed place. C. They present various kinds of music. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What did the speaker fail to do? A. Prepare a test. B. Grade a test. C. Announce the results. 18. What does the speaker expect his students to do? A. Change their attitudes. B. Observe nature. C. Be creative. 19. What inspired scientists to create the new plastic? A. Insects. B. A dream. C. Food packages. 20. What is one potential use of the new plastic? A. Keeping food for a long time. B. Detecting bad food through packages. C. Making food packages more colorful. 第二部分 阅读理解（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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A 【1~3题答案】 【答案】1. B 2. D 3. C B 【4~7题答案】 【答案】4. D 5. B 6. B 7. C C 【8~11题答案】 【答案】8. D 9. A 10. C 11. A D 【12~15题答案】 【答案】12. B 13. C 14. A 15. D 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. F 17. B 18. D 19. C 20. G 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 完形填空（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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. D 22. A 23. B 24. C 25. B 26. C 27. A 28. D 29. B 30. D 31. B 32. A 33. C 34. D 35. B 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. frequency 37. beneficial 38. extending 39. at 40. that 41. indicated 42. challenges 43. an 44. to pursue 45. renewable 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】NOTICE To enrich the column “Cross-cultural Communication” in our school’s English newspaper, I'd like to welcome you to write an article for us. The “Cross-cultural Communication” section in our newspaper is very popular among us students, which introduces colorful cultures around the world and related stories. It carries articles written by foreign friends about the cultures of their home countries. This time, we hope you could write about the different ways of cross-cultural communication and the opinion of various cultures. Your article should be no less than 400 words and you are expected to email the article to culture@163 .com before November 28. The English Newspaper 第二节（满分25分） 【47题答案】 【答案】The next morning, John went directly to his mother after waking up. He said, “Mom, I heard about Mrs. Brown’s difficulty. I want to lend her the money I’ve saved for the gaming device. Her daughter’s education is more important.” His mother was touched by his generosity and praised him for his selflessness. Later, John explained his decision to Mrs. Brown. With the help of John and his family, Mrs. Brown managed to gather enough funds for her daughter’s school fees. The neighbors’ gratitude and smiles made John realize that helping others brings more joy than any material possession could. Three months passed and finally it was John’s birthday. To his surprise, his parents and Mrs. Brown gathered to celebrate. Mrs. Brown presented John with a brand-new gaming device as a thank-you gift, saying, “Your kindness deserves a reward.” John was overjoyed, not just because he received the device, but because he understood the true meaning of giving. From then on, he continued to save, but this time, he also helped others whenever he could, knowing that small acts of kindness could make a big difference. 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $