新疆维吾尔自治区乌鲁木齐市第六十八中学2025-2026学年高二下学期6月阶段检测英语试题

**基本信息** 试卷以夏令营活动、生态保护、社会关系健康等真实情境为载体，融合《山海经》文化传承素材，通过阅读理解、语言运用及写作题，全面考查高二学生语言能力与跨文化思维品质。 **题型特征** |题型|题量/分值|知识覆盖|命题特色| |----|-----------|----------|----------| |阅读理解|20题/50分|细节理解、推理判断、主旨概括|A篇夏令营信息对比培养信息筛选能力，C篇水 buffalo生态修复体现环保意识| |语言运用|25题/30分|语法应用、词汇辨析、上下文逻辑|完形填空通过个人经历渗透成长思维，语法填空以《山海经》文化传承考查语法| |写作|2题/40分|倡议建议、故事续写|应用文结合联合国倡议活动培养表达能力，续写题通过邻里故事提升共情与叙事能力|

乌市68中2025-2026学年度第二学期6月阶段性测试高二年级英语试卷 第一部分阅读理解(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 UC Berkeley Youth Recreation Summer Camps UC Berkeley Youth Recreation will provide a wide variety of one-week outdoor experiences and activities for the youth on summer camps 2023. Here are four best summer camps. Windsurfing Camp This camp is designed to teach students the basics of windsurfing, including balance and self-rescues. Through a combination of classroom instruction, demonstration and water time, campers are able to master the basics of the sport. A comfort with wind and water is strongly encouraged. Campers must be ages 10-17 to register. All campers must be able to swim and weigh 100 pounds or more to safely use public windsurfing equipment. Price:$330. Those who have participated before can receive 10% off. Sailing Camp Campers learn and review the essentials of sailing at their experience level on the beautiful SanFrancisco Bay! 2023 brings exciting updates to the camp and helps sailors master new skills. Previous sailing experience is required. Campers must be ages 12-18 to register. All campers must have basic swimming skills. Price:$255. Skateboarding Camp In this camp, skateboarders will learn mechanics and basic riding skills such as balance, riding switches, and dropping-in. Skaters will be assessed on the first day of the session and the lessons will be adapted to their ability. All participants are educated in skateboard safety. Campers must be ages 8-16 to register. Participants must bring their own skateboard, helmet and knee& elbow pads(护具). Price:$300.$240 per person for group registration. Rock Climbing Camp Learn climbing skills, knot-tying, top-rope climbing and equipment care. Sites include StrawberryCanyon, Remillard, Indian Rock and Cragmont Parks. Campers must be ages 9-15 to register. All campers can enjoy the bus service to and from the campsites. Price:$275. 1. What common skill is required for the participants of Windsurfing Camp and Sailing Camps? A. Previous learning experience. B. Swimming. C. First aid knowledge. D. Personal protective equipment. 2. What is special about Skateboarding Camp? A. It is intended for primary pupils. B. It' ll issue certificates of excellence. C. It gives a 10% discount for group registration. D. It bases its lessons on campers' levels. 3. Which camp offers public transportation for camp-goers? A. Windsurfing Camp. B. Sailing Camp. C. Rock Climbing Camp. D. Skateboarding Camp. B The first fortnight was tough-terrible pain and the rapid realization that running 200 marathons in 200 days would not be a walk in the park. But Steve James, a 65-year-old retired banker, has found his feet and reached the halfway mark—an average of 100 marathons in 100 days. “In those first two weeks I was thinking: ‘What have I done?’” James said. “I had horrible blisters for the first 10 days. The gout (痛风) struck all of a sudden, but I took some medicine and it went away. Now I feel fine.” James's progress along the coastlines of Great Britain is being tracked by experts from the University of Exeter, who are keen to find out the effects of such an extreme challenge on an older person. The challenge is to do, on average, a marathon every day. Some days, it might be a bit less; others a bit more. There is no set route. James has a plan but adapts and changes it. As for fuel, he is not following the sort of diet an exceptional athlete might adopt. He has cereal, bacon, cake and fish and chips for dinner,washed down with a couple of beers. “It's all about routine, about getting up and leaving at the same time,” said James. “I love the physical challenge. I'm not especially talented at things, but I can keep going.” The Exeter researchers assessed James before his departure and he sends data daily for them to analyze. They are studying his calorie intake, oxygen levels and muscle measurements. He has lost about 10kg but the team has seen no ill-effects to his health. James, who is raising money for Cancer Research UK, passes the time by listening to music and is also learning Welsh. By the time he gets to Wales, he hopes to be able to order a beer in the language. He thinks the most difficult stretch physically will be the north coasts of Devon and Cornwall.“I'm kind of hoping that by then my body will be completely conditioned and I' ll be able to cope with that.” 4. What does paragraph 2 focus on? A. The difficulties James faced. B. James's solution to challenges. C. James's attitude to the running. D. The treatment James received. 5. What can be learned about James's running plan? A. It features a strict diet. B. It is made by researchers. C. It is confirmed by other athletes. D. It changes based on circumstances. 6. What is James's expectation for the journey ahead? A. To run all over Wales. B. To be physically adapted. C. To grow thinner and healthier. D. To raise money for cancer patients. 7. What message does the passage convey? A. Exercise shapes one's character. B. Health begins where the feet move. C. Limits can be redefined at any age. D. Optimism unlocks human potential. C Originating in Asia, water buffalo(水牛) have become a more common sight in our landscapes and nature reserves thanks to their unique skills in habitat management and ecosystem restoration. The UK is a country that has lost most of its u at environment, and conservation scientists have discovered that introducing some non-native species like water buffalo is beneficial to restoring certain landscapes. In 2007, a pair of water buffalo were introduced to the newly created Kingfishers Bridge Nature Reserve. They were involved in maintaining early successful habitats. Water buffalo have also been introduced at Lowther Estate in Cumbria alongside another species: the Eurasian beaver (河狸), native to the UK but extinct since the 16th century due to hunting. The reintroduction of these two species has created a mutually beneficial relationship, with buffalo rolling in the pools created by the beavers’ new dams. This combination has led to increased biodiversity and improved water quality, as the buffalo feed on vegetation and prevent overgrowth in these new habitats. More recently, a group of water buffalo was introduced to Thorley Wash Nature Reserve in 2023 to improve the rare wetland habitat. Rather than using heavy machinery, water buffalo are tougher and better suited to water conditions than domestic cattle. They eat the grass in wet areas to stop thick plants from taking over, allowing space for wildflowers and finer grasses to develop. As water buffalo travel through wetlands, their movement disturbs water and soil, enhancing circulation, water quality, and microhabitat diversity. Unlike domestic cattle, water buffalo can walk into deep water, which improves water circulation. Many of these activities could be achieved by heavy machinery for vegetation management, but water buffalo grazing(放牧) is a more cost-effective and environmentally sustainable solution. Many wetlands have been destroyed for farming, but the success of water buffalo in restoring these areas has opened new opportunities for wetland conservation. 8. Why were water buffalo introduced to the UK? A. To replace domestic cattle. B. To help restore ecosystems. C. To increase farming areas. D. To improve production efficiency. 9. How are water buffalo and Eurasian beavers related? A. They are both native to the UK. B. They benefit each other mutually. C. They depend on each other to survive. D. They compete for food and living space. 10. What is paragraph 4 mainly about? A. Why machinery is useless. B. The importance of biodiversity. C. How water buffalo restore wetlands. D. Thorley Wash Nature Reserve's recovery process. 11. What can be the best title for the text? A. Water Buffalo-Grazing: A Cheaper and Greener Choice B. Water Buffalo Grazing: A Difficult and Complex Method C. Water Buffalo Grazing: A Replacement for Heavy Machinery D. Water Buffalo Grazing: A Biological Tool for Animal Restoration D A growing body of research from the past twenty years highlights that strong social relationships are crucial for our long-term physical and mental health. Obviously, chronic(慢性的) loneliness has been linked to a high risk of death. While the exact reasons remain under study, evidence increasingly suggests that our social lives directly influence our biological health. A key challenge has been determining cause and effect. Many studies are observational, meaning they find a link but cannot prove that poor social connections cause poor health. It is possible that existing health issues lead to weaker social ties, or that other factors ——— like substance abuse —— harm both health and relationships at the same time. However, new research strengthens the case that strong social bonds actively protect our health. A recent study, examining over 2,000 middle-aged Americans, investigated a concept called “cumulative(累积的) social advantage (CSA)”. This measure combines four areas: support from communities, quality of parent-child relationships, community involvement, and emotional support from close ones. Researchers compared participants’ CSA scores with their blood samples, using an advanced biological age marker. The results revealed a clear pattern: Individuals with higher social advantage tended to have slower biological aging and lower levels of inflammation (炎症 ). Essentially, better social connections correlated with a younger biological state. While this study still shows correlation rather than proven causation(因果关系 ), it points to meaningful biological differences. By focusing on long-term markers like inflammation and cellular aging, it reduces the likelihood that the findings are merely due to lifestyle choices like diet or exercise. It suggests that strong, positive relationships may cause subtle, lasting physiological benefits ——— such as better immune function and stress regulation ————— which protect the body over time. Therefore, nurturing friendships and community ties may be just as important for health as regular exercise and balanced nutrition. Prioritizing meaningful social connections is not only good for our happiness but can be a vital mvestment in our long-term well-being. 12. What can be the relationship between social lives and human health? A. Interactive. B. Short-term. C. One-way. D. Irrelevant. 13. Why does the author mention CSA? A. To offer advice on community involvement. B. To show the negative effects of inflammation. C. To explain how biological aging is measured. D. To present a way to judge social conditions. 14. What do the long term markers help the study do? A. Rule out lifestyle choices as the only explanation. B. Confirm inflammation as a contributor to aging. C. Prove social relationships ensure better health. D. Suggest diet matters less than social ties. 15. What is the main purpose of the last paragraph? A. To make a recommendation. B. To make a call. C. To make a conclusion. D. To make a guess. 第二节 (共 5 小题;每小题 2.5 分,满分 12.5 分) 阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 According to numerous studies, doodling(随手涂鸦) is a mental tool that improves concentration, memory, creativity, and even happiness. This simple habit is popular among many successful people.16 Below are the science-backed reasons why you should too. · Doodling improves memory 17 . But recent experiments suggest that doodling might be an exception. In a series of tests, subjects were given 40 seconds to either draw a word in detail or write it by hand as many times as they could. When quizzed later, doodlers recalled more than twice as many words as writers did. · Doodling keeps you present According to Jesse Prinz, a philosophy professor, doodling keeps participants in a state Of “pure listening” that borders on meditation. “Doodling helps hit that sweet spot between listening too much and listening too little,” Prinz says. “ 18 .” With your mind so engaged, it becomes hard not to feel yourself in the present moment. ● 19 Drawing isn't just plain fun; there may be psychological forces improving your mood when you doodle. The key: keep it positive. In a 2008 study where participants were asked to either draw something that made them unhappy to let out their emotions or something that made them happy, those who focused on the positive showed a greater short-term elevation in mood than those who vented. • Doodling reduces stress Creative activities have been proven to reduce stress, decrease negative emotions, and even improve the health of people. The end product doesn't even have to be a masterpiece. As the great doodling philosopher Charles Schulz wrote, “The joy is in the playing.” 20 There is no concern for the end product, or who else might see it. Relax in the fact that a doodle is just a little present from you, for you. A. Doodling brings you fun B. Doodling lifts your spirits C. Everyone can learn to draw in a short time D. In no form of art is this more true than doodling B. It keeps you in a state where your mind can't wander F. In fact, even many presidents doodled while working G. Generally speaking, multitasking decreases productivity 第二部分语言运用(共两节，满分40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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 Despite my successful career, performance anxiety has been my constant companion. It first struck during an exam at university. For thirty minutes, my mind went completely blank, unable to 21a single word from the paper. Although I 22 recovered and achieved a decent result, the regret remained: what if I hadn't 23 ? Years later, as a professional, I frequently gave 24 . Usually, a few deep breaths would calm my nerves. However, one day. while heading to address students on how to improve learning efficiency,I25 the subway exit. The mistake 26 me precious time, and I rushed into the hall just five minutes before the start. Seeing the audience already 27 , I felt a wave of terror washing over me. This time,the breathing technique 28 . When I finally began to speak, my voice shook uncontrollably. In that29 moment, I made a sudden decision. I admitted my fear to the students. Immediately, their eyes filled with 30 instead of judgment. For the next ten minutes, I shared my story, explaining that everyone has weaknesses that may never be fully 31 . I told them that no one is perfect, but 32 ourselves can make us better. The two-hour session ended with unexpected warmth. Later, a friend mentioned how 33 the students were to try the methods I shared. I explained that the success lay in my 34 interaction. Sometimes, what truly touches hearts is not a perfect speech, but the 35 to share our real selves. 21. A. take in B. bring up C. look for D. send out 22. A. actually B. eventually C. quickly D. suddenly 23. A. passed B. recovered C. panicked D. finished 24. A. advice B. feedback C. lectures D. performances 25. A. forgot B. found C. changed D. misjudged 26. A. cost B. won C. bought D. spared 27. A. bored B. seated C. chatting D. leaving 28. A. helped B. mattered C. responded D. failed 29. A. surprising B. desperate C. magical D. unforgettable 30. A. anger B. doubt C. curiosity D. sympathy 31. A. overcome B. forgiven C. understood D. neglected 32. A. behaving B. describing C. accepting D. loving 33. A. eager B. hesitant C. proud D. confused 34. A. meaningful B. inspiring C. casual D. honest 35. A. motivation B. courage C. technique D. determination 第二节语法填空(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。 The Classic of Mountains and Seas, also known as Shan Hai Jing, is one of the most mysterious and important ancient Chinese texts. It 36 (compose) during the late Warring States period and the Han Dynasty, over 2,000 years ago. This book is not just a collection of 37 (myth) but an encyclopedia(百科全书) of ancient geography, history, astronomy, medicine, and folklore. It records more than 550 mountains,300 seas, and countless strange creatures with unique features, many of 38 are half-human and half-animal, like the nine-tailed fox and the dragon-like beasts having magical powers. One famous creature from Shan Hai Jing is Ji Liang, a legendary horse with a white body, a red mane 39 golden eyes. Ancient people believed that riding it would bring them a long life. The symbolic significance was perfectly shown in the song Ji Liang performed at the Spring Festival Gala of 2026, 40 (win) a great deal of praise from the audience. Today, the book 41 (wice) influences modern art, literature, video games, and films. It has been translated into many languages, including English, French, and Japanese. 42 (understand)ancient Chinese culture and imagination, scholars around the world study it and their research casts new light 43 i\ the deep meaning of ancient Chinese mythology. It reminds us that curiosity about 44 unknown is part of human nature, and ancient stories are still 45 ,(attract) in the modern world. 第三部分写作(满分40分) 第一节(满分15分) 46.假设你是李华。联合国(UN)正面向全球青少年开展倡议征集活动。你的外国好友 Jim打算参加，为此发来邮件，就倡议内容询问你的建议。请你用英文给他回复，内容包括： 1.提出的建议； 2.建议的理由。 提示词:倡议 proposal 注意：1.词数100左右； 2.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。 Dear Jim, Yours, Li Hua 第二节(满分25分)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。 Jane had a deep affection for birds. Every morning, she scattered (抛撒) seeds in her backyard and whispered, “Good morning, my little friends!” To her, their songs sounded like cheerful laughter, and she often laughed along with them. However, her neighbor, Mr. Thompson, didn't share her joy. He was constantly annoyed by the birds that flew into his yard. “They’ re too noisy!” he complained. “And they make such a mess in MYyard!” His sharp words made Jane feel quite uneasy, yet she refused to give up on her feathered friends. She firmly believed that every small creature deserved care. One morning, Jane discovered a small sparrow (麻雀) shaking under the fence. One of its wings looked bent at a painful angle. Filled with worry, Jane carefully picked it up and named it Pip. She placed him in a small, warm basket in a safe corner right next to the fence. A week passed. Pip was getting better but still unable to fly. One afternoon, while Jane was Feeding Pip by the fence, Mr. Thompson shouted from his side, “You’ re just asking for trouble!” Jane gently liftedPip in her hands so Mr. Thompson could see him through the gaps in the fence. “Look, Mr. Thompson.Pip's wing is hurt.” Mr. Thompson gave an impatient glance at the tiny creature. For a moment, his frown(皱眉) softened. “That wing…” he said softly, almost to himself. Just then, Jane's mother called her from the driveway, saying they were leaving for a family visit. Jane waved a quick goodbye to Pip and hurried to the car. However, on their way home, a heavy storm broke out. Watching the trees shaking in the strong wind, Jane felt very worried about Pip, who was left all alone in the yard. The moment they pulled into the driveway, she dashed toward the backyard, calling Pip's name. 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。 To her horror, the basket was empty. At this moment, Mr. Thompson appeared with Pip. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 第一部分：阅读理解 第一节 (共15小题) A篇 (应用文：夏令营介绍) 题号 答案 核心解析 1 B 细节理解题。 题目问 Windsurfing 和 Sailing 两个营地的共同要求。文中提到 Windsurfing 营地要求 "A comfort with wind and water" 且必须会游泳 (must be able to swim)，Sailing 营地也要求 "must have basic swimming skills"，故选 B (Swimming)。 2 D 细节理解题。 题目问 Skateboarding 营地的特殊之处。文中提到 "Skaters will be assessed... and the lessons will be adapted to their ability"，即课程基于营员的水平进行调整，故选 D。 3 C 细节理解题。 题目问哪个营地提供公共交通。文中 Rock Climbing Camp 部分明确提到 "All campers can enjoy the bus service"，故选 C。 B篇 (记叙文：老人跑步挑战) 题号 答案 核心解析 4 A 段落大意题。 第二段主要描述了 James 在前两周遇到的困难，如 "terrible pain", "horrible blisters", "gout struck"，故选 A (James 面对的困难)。 5 D 细节理解题。 题目问关于跑步计划的信息。文中提到 "There is no set route... adapts and changes it"，说明计划是根据情况变化的，故选 D。 6 B 推理判断题。 题目问 James 对未来的期望。文中提到他希望身体能完全适应 ("my body will be completely conditioned") 以应对接下来的挑战，故选 B (身体适应)。 7 C 主旨大意题。 文章讲述了 65 岁老人挑战极限的故事，传达了年龄不是限制的信息，故选 C (年龄不是限制)。 C篇 (说明文：水牛生态修复) 题号 答案 核心解析 8 B 细节理解题。 文中提到引入水牛是为了 "habitat management and ecosystem restoration" (栖息地管理和生态恢复)，故选 B。 9 B 细节理解题。 文中提到水牛和河狸形成了 "mutually beneficial relationship" (互利关系)，故选 B。 10 C 段落大意题。 第四段详细描述了水牛如何通过吃草、踩踏泥土来改善湿地环境，故选 C (水牛如何恢复湿地)。 11 A 标题归纳题。 文章主要讲水牛放牧作为一种更便宜、更环保的生态修复方式，A 选项最全面且吸引人。 D篇 (说明文：社交关系与健康) 题号 答案 核心解析 12 A 推理判断题。 文章指出社交不仅受健康影响，也直接影响健康，这是一种互动关系 (Interactive)，而非单向。 13 D 细节理解题。 作者提到 CSA (累积社会优势) 是为了展示一种判断社会状况的方法，并将其与生物年龄对比。 14 A 细节理解题。 文中提到关注长期标记 (如炎症) 可以减少生活方式选择 (如饮食、锻炼) 作为唯一解释的可能性。 15 A 目的意图题。 最后一段建议人们要优先考虑社交关系，将其视为对长期幸福的投资，属于提出建议。 第二节 (共5小题) 这是一篇关于“涂鸦 (Doodling)”益处的说明文，需要根据上下文逻辑选择句子。 16. F (承上启下，提到许多成功人士涂鸦，引出下文原因) 17. G (引出转折：通常多任务处理会降低效率，但涂鸦是个例外) 18. B (解释 "pure listening" 的状态，即不让思绪游离) 19. B (对应后文的 "improving your mood"，小标题应为提升情绪) 20. D (总结涂鸦这种艺术形式的真谛) 第二部分：语言运用 第一节：完形填空 这是一篇夹叙夹议的文章，讲述作者克服演讲焦虑的经历。 题号 答案 解析关键词 21 B bring up (回忆起)。考试时大脑一片空白，无法想起单词。 22 B eventually (最终)。虽然当时恐慌，但最终恢复了。 23 C panicked (恐慌)。后悔的是“如果当时恐慌了怎么办”。 24 C lectures (讲座)。作为专业人士，经常做讲座。 25 D misjudged (判断错误)。误判了地铁出口。 26 A cost (花费/损失)。错误判断让我损失了宝贵时间。 27 B seated (就座)。看到观众已经就座。 28 D failed (失效)。深呼吸的方法这次没起作用。 29 B desperate (绝望的)。描述那种无助的时刻。 30 D sympathy (同情)。学生眼中充满同情而非评判。 31 A overcome (克服)。弱点可能永远无法完全克服。 32 C accepting (接受)。接受不完美的自己能让我们变得更好。 33 A eager (渴望的)。学生很渴望尝试这些方法。 34 D honest (诚实的)。成功在于诚实的互动。 35 B courage (勇气)。分享真实自我的勇气。 第二节：语法填空 这篇介绍了中国古代典籍《山海经》。 36. was composed (固定搭配：be composed during... 由...组成/撰写于) 37. myths (名词复数：a collection of myths 神话故事集) 38. which (非限制性定语从句：many of which 指代creatures) 39. and (并列连词：连接 red mane 和 golden eyes) 40. winning (现在分词作状语：表示自然而然的结果，赢得了赞誉) 41. widely (副词修饰动词：influences) 42. To understand (目的状语：为了理解古代文化) 43. on (固定搭配：cast new light on... 阐明，揭示) 44. the (固定搭配：the unknown 未知的事物) 45. attractive (形容词作表语：在现代世界依然具有吸引力) 第三部分：写作 第一节：应用文 (建议信) 题目要求： 给 Jim 回复邮件，关于向联合国提交倡议的建议。 写作思路： 开头： 呼应开头，表达得知他要参加活动的高兴之情。 主体： 提出具体建议（如：环境保护、青少年心理健康、文化多样性）并阐述理由。 结尾： 表达祝愿。 参考范文： Dear Jim, I'm thrilled to hear you're participating in the UN's initiative campaign! It's a fantastic opportunity for us teenagers to contribute ideas. Regarding the proposal, I strongly suggest focusing on global environmental protection, specifically youth-led climate action. The reason for this is twofold. Firstly, climate change is an urgent issue that affects every corner of our planet, and young people are the future inheritors of the Earth. Secondly, highlighting youth involvement can inspire more peers worldwide to take practical steps, such as reducing plastic use or promoting renewable energy awareness. By doing so, we can demonstrate that age is never a barrier to making a difference. I believe this topic is both meaningful and impactful. Good luck with your proposal! Yours, Li Hua 第二节：读后续写 题目要求： 续写关于 Jane 救助受伤麻雀 Pip 和邻居 Mr. Thompson 的故事。 写作思路分析： 已知情节： Jane 喜欢鸟，邻居 Mr. Thompson 讨厌鸟。Jane 救了一只受伤的麻雀 Pip。Jane 离开时下暴雨，她担心 Pip。 段落开头 1: "To her horror, the basket was empty." (令她惊恐的是，篮子空了。) · 写作方向： 描写 Jane 的焦急寻找，可能发现篮子被风吹翻，或者担心 Pip 被冲走/被吃掉。 段落开头 2: "At this moment, Mr. Thompson appeared with Pip." (这时，Mr. Thompson 拿着 Pip 出现了。) · 写作方向： 描写 Mr. Thompson 的转变。他可能因为看到受伤的鸟，或者不想让 Jane 难过，而在暴雨中保护了 Pip。这将是两人关系缓和的契机。 参考续写： To her horror, the basket was empty. The heavy rain had turned the ground into a muddy mess, making it impossible to spot the tiny bird. "Pip! Pip!" Jane cried desperately, her heart pounding as she searched under the wet leaves and bushes. Just as she feared the worst, thinking the little creature might have been washed away by the flood, she spotted a familiar figure hurrying towards her through the rain. At this moment, Mr. Thompson appeared with Pip. He was drenched, holding the bird gently in his cupped hands. "I saw the storm coming and remembered your little patient," he said softly, opening his palms to reveal the shivering but safe sparrow. "I moved him to my shed for shelter." Jane looked up at him, tears of gratitude mixing with the rain on her cheeks. In that moment, the fence between their yards seemed to vanish, replaced by a newfound understanding and kindness. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $