江苏连云港市厉庄高级中学2025-2026学年高一上学期期末考试英语试题

连云港市厉庄高级中学高一年级期末学情检测 英语试题 （时间：120分钟 分值：150分） 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。每段对话读两遍。 1. What is the speakers’ plan for dinner tonight? A. Making their own food. B. Ordering fast food online. C. Eating at a restaurant. 2. Where is the woman? A. In a taxi. B. At the bank. C. At the airport. 3. What is the main topic of the conversation? A. A storybook. B. A movie. C. A friend. 4. Why does the man want to change the bedroom curtains? A. For a good sleep. B. For easy cleaning. C. For a perfect color match. 5. What does the woman think of the medal? A. It’s culture-based. B. It’s a bit ordinary. C. It has modern designs. 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 is the woman’s arrangement for this Friday? A. Seeing her parents off at the airport. B. Celebrating her daughter’s birthday. C. Showing her parents around Springfield. 7. When will the woman’s parents’ flight leave? A. In the early morning. B. Around noon. C. In the late afternoon. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. Who is probably the woman? A. A camp director. B. A community worker. C. A swimming coach. 9. What is the main purpose of the man’s job searching? A. To earn some money. B. To get work experience. C. To live an enjoyable life. 10. What is a basic requirement for the job? A. Having some lifesaving skills. B. Holding a degree in Education. C. Connecting well with children. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. How does the girl feel about Luna’s performance? A. Doubtful. B. Satisfied. C. Disappointed. 12. How often will the girl practice in the school hall after school? A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Three times a week. 13. What is hard for the girl to deal with? A. The difficult lines. B. Her busy schedule. C. The unfamiliar actors. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. How many people received the Earth Prize last year? A. 4. B. 5. C. 7. 15. How can Amara’s project benefit her city? A. By lowering the risk of flooding. B. By creating more green spaces. C. By promoting waste sorting. 16. What is Amara’s advice for those who want to make a difference? A. Noticing small things in daily life. B. Learning from previous failures. C. Expressing their ideas bravely. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What made the speaker start the Shoe Club? A. An inspiring speech. B. A volunteer experience. C. A school project. 18. What must students do to join the Shoe Club? A. Do volunteer work in the community. B. Read a book and list their life goals. C. Write a story about shoes. 19. What is the first reason for shoes being a symbol of the Shoe Club? A. They are unique. B. They are easy to get. C. They are universal. 20. What does the speaker say shoes can represent? A. The living standards. B. The journey of life. C. Personal taste. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 阅读理解（共11小题：每小题2.5分，满分27.5分） A Read and Watch My Penguin Friend Starring Jean Reno A tale about a most unlikely bond. Lonely Brazilian fisherman Joao Pereira de Souza (Jean Reno) is struggling with misfortune when he spots a penguin in oil in the surf. He rescues the Antarctic sea bird, providing baths, shelter, food and a name: Dindim, which in turn helps Joao Pereira de Souza regain his sense of purpose. Super / Man Directed by Ian Bonhote and Peter Ettedgui This documentary shows why Christopher Reeve was as much of a superhero off-screen as he was on. The Juilliard graduate became a hit by playing Man of Steel in four Superman films. In 1995, when a horseback riding accident left him physically challenged, the actor insisted on working, raising money for injury research and helping others until his death in 2004. The Life Impossible By Matt Haig Literary hit-maker Matt Haig hits the mark once more with The Life Impossible. A letter from a former student leads retired maths teacher Grace Winters to describe the seemingly small act of kindness she showed to a music teacher years ago. The kindness nearly forgotten turns into something unforgettable when Winters is bequeathed (遗赠) a house in Ibiza. Trivial Pursuit Hosted by LeVar Burton LeVar Burton takes his turn in the trivia-show spotlight as he hosts the new TV version of Trivial Pursuit. Three players move around a huge board, answering questions in hopes of winning the prize. The first player to reach the board’s center earns a chance to race the clock and take home the $20,000 prize pot. 21. Which one inspires the disabled most? A. My Penguin Friend. B. Super / Man. C. The Life Impossible. D. Trivial Pursuit. 22. What is most likely the common theme of My Penguin Friend and The Life Impossible? A. Power of hope. B. Act of kindness. C. Personal growth. D. Lifelong friendship. 23. Where is the text most probably taken from? A. Textbook. B. Travel journal. C. Magazine. D. Science report. B The Fire Festival is celebrated in northern Ghana. It’s a holiday we had never heard of before we came to live in a village here as Peace Corps community volunteers. It’s unbelievably great. On the Fire Festival, drums beat a quick and regular rhythm that locals dance to in a circle of bodies, men and women, the old and young, holding torches of burning grass above their heads, which stands for the light and getting off negative energies. At this moment, this festival is being held at the beginning of the lunar year. The locals are all so involved in the celebration that they don’t pay as much attention to us as they normally will. When they find us getting involved as they are, they dance more vigorously and scream with joy. Danielle, a friend of mine in the Peace Corps, says, “That we join in the celebration is significant because foreigners here are typically seen as the representatives of other organizations, not as people who are willing to join in the Fire Festival rituals (仪式). But in fact, we are dancing and celebrating as one.” Our two-year Peace Corps service will finish up in mid-November. We can think of no better way to say goodbye than by celebrating the Fire Festival with the villagers we’ve come to know. The festival lets us see a different side of them — and lets them see a different side of us. The neighbors who sell rice are now the women who urge us to run faster and dance harder at the Fire Festival. And rather than view us as low-key volunteers, they see us as the ones who have crazy dance steps with wild screams. 24. Why did the author go to northern Ghana? A. To find a job. B. To go traveling. C. To study further. D. To do voluntary work. 25. How do the locals feel when seeing the author and Danielle join in the celebration? A. Annoyed. B. Indifferent. C. Confused. D. Excited. 26. What is the last paragraph mainly about? A. The benefits of celebrating the Fire Festival. B. The secrets of dancing well in the Fire Festival. C. The reasons of the author’s joining in the festival. D. The experience of helping the neighbors sell rice. 27. What can we learn from the text? A. Practice makes perfect. B. Where there is a will, there is a way. C. When in Rome, do as the Romans do. D. The grass is always greener on the other side. C In a world that often stresses physical appearance, it’s important not to concern ourselves with external beauty or ugliness. True beauty and strength lie within. Our focus on outward looks can lead to self-doubt and insecurity. For instance, many people feel sad when they don’t match the perfect images (形象) presented in the media. They might fight for an unachievable standard of beauty, frequently comparing themselves to others. However, this often leaves us empty and dissatisfied. Inner strength, on the other hand, enables us to face life’s challenges with courage and resilience (恢复力). It gives us the ability to bear hardships and come out of failures. A person like Malala Yousafzai, who fought for girls’ education despite facing great danger, shows that a strong and beautiful heart is more important than appearance. A person with a strong and beautiful heart is kind, empathetic (有同理心的), and generous. They focus on building meaningful relationships and having a positive influence on the world around them. They don’t let the opinions of others about their appearance affect them. Instead, they draw confidence from their values and character. Consider the volunteers in local charities. They give their time and love selflessly, not worried by their outward looks but rather the warmth they can bring. Even in daily life, simple acts like helping an elderly cross the street or comforting a sad friend show the beauty within. Rather than spending a large amount of time and energy on perfecting our looks, we should focus on self-improvement and self-reflection. We can read, learn new skills, and take part in activities that nourish (滋养) our souls. By doing so, we will discover a beauty that is far more lasting and satisfying than any external charm. Let’s remember that it’s our inner selves that truly matter and have the power to change not only our lives but also the lives of those we touch. 28. What can be inferred about the role of the media in relation to self-awareness from this article? A. It helps people build a realistic self-image. B. It promotes a healthy focus on inner beauty. C. It may contribute to unrealistic beauty standards. D. It has no important effect on how people view themselves. 29. Why does the author mention Malala Yousafzai and volunteers? A. As an example of inner beauty. B. As an example different from volunteers in charities. C. To show the importance of girls’ education. D. To show the power of changing one’s life. 30. What writing technique is used in this article in order to express the main point of view? A. Exaggeration (夸张). B. Metaphor (暗喻). C. Contrast (对比). D. Personification (拟人). 31. Which of the following would be the best title for the article? A. True Beauty: The strength Hard to Achieve. B. From Within: The True Beauty of a Person. C. Self-improvement: The Way to Nourish Our Soul. D. Difficult to Judge: The True Meaning of Inner Beauty. 第二节 七选五（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。其中有两项为多余选项。 Sleep is not just a passive activity; it’s an important process that affects every aspect of a teenager’s life. 32 Research shows that teens who get enough sleep — typically 8-10 hours nightly — perform better in study, have reduced mood swings and stress, and even lower the risk of sports injuries. Not enough sleep can lead to serious health results, especially for developing minds and bodies. During deep sleep, the brain strengthens memories and processes information learned during the day, increasing neural connections that are the key to keeping new knowledge. This is why staying up all night before exams often has the opposite effects. 33 Many factors contribute to poor sleep in teenagers, from busy schedules to body changes. 34 The blue light produced by smartphones, tablets, and laptops makes it harder to fall asleep and reduces sleep quality. Experts recommend turning off screens at least one hour before bedtime and keeping devices out of the bedroom to create a clearer separation between daytime activity and sleep. Creating a sleep-friendly environment is equally important for improving sleep habits. Keeping the bedroom cool, dark, and quiet, helps set the stage for restful sleep. Developing a regular bedtime habit also tells the body that it’s time to relax. 35 Remember, regular exercise promotes deeper sleep, but it’s best done earlier in the day as exercising too close to bedtime can have the opposite effect. 36 By creating a sleep-friendly environment, avoiding factors that influence sleep and engaging in regular exercise, teenagers can significantly improve their sleep quality and lead a healthier and more productive life. A. Diet also plays a key role in sleep quality. B. Electronic products are among the biggest causes. C. It’s the foundation for both mental and physical health. D. Their body clocks naturally change during the teenage years. E. This could include reading a book or practicing light exercises. F. In conclusion, enough sleep is of greatest importance for teenagers. G. The brain loses its chance to organize and store the material properly. 第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分45分） 第一节 完型填空（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。 It was the morning of my final audition (试镜) to play Harry Potter in 2000. Instead of practicing, I spent an hour 37 my hair, hoping to win over the Hollywood leaders. Needless to say, securing the 38 in one of the biggest film series of all time requires more than a hairstyle. Mid-audition, as I was too 39 to forget my lines, I locked eyes with one of the producers. He gave me a (n) 40 , probably meant to be encouraging, but it was clear he’d already made up his mind. My journey started in 1998 when I first read the novel of Harry Potter and became a crazy 41 . The following year, I heard about auditions for the film adaptation, 42 to kids of my age. I had little 43 experience, but somehow, I believed I had a chance. My memory of the first audition is standing in a long queue with about 300 other 44 . After I performed, one of the casting directors said to my mum, “He’s rather 45 .” That gave me hope, but as weeks passed with no word, my confidence 46 . Months later, the house phone rang. I’d been invited to audition at a film studio and I had to learn two scenes. After weeks of 47 , it was finally go-time. I recall getting a brief tour of the studio — a (n) 48 moment for an 11-year-old Potterhead. The audition itself, however, wasn’t as memorable. While the judges were kind, I felt shy and froze up, 49 to say my lines with energy. Leaving the room, I knew I hadn’t got the part. On the way home, I regretted my half-hearted performance and 50 meeting those who’d heard about the “rather good”. At 11, not landing the role wasn’t the end of the world. 51 , it turned out to be valuable training for my future life. 37. A. styling B. cutting C. washing D. brushing 38. A. safety B. role C. right D. protection 39. A. awkward B. worried C. cheerful D. nervous 40. A. smile B. gift C. tip D. opportunity 41. A. learner B. actor C. fan D. player 42. A. free B. suitable C. open D. familiar 43. A. living B. working C. learning D. acting 44. A. hopefuls B. audiences C. natives D. winners 45. A. young B. good C. polite D. calm 46. A. remained B. grew C. disappeared D. returned 47. A. thinking B. practicing C. revising D. contacting 48. A. surprising B. exciting C. horrible D. familiar 49. A. preparing B. hoping C. managing D. failing 50. A. feared B. ignored C. enjoyed D. stopped 51. A. Besides B. Therefore C. Instead D. Otherwise 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。 Chinese lanterns, with their bright colors and attractive designs, are a timeless symbol of Chinese culture. Dating back over 2,000 years, they 52 (use) for lighting but gradually became central to festivals, art, and symbolism. 53 (traditional) crafted from bamboo, silk, or paper, lanterns represent brightness, hope, and family reunion. Lanterns come in 54 (vary) forms. Classic red round lanterns, often 55 (hang) during Spring Festival, symbolize luck and happiness. Fancy palace lanterns display craftsmanship with painted scenes, while modern versions use LED lights 56 impressive effects. During the Lantern Festival, streets are full of lanterns shaped like dragons, flowers, or animals, and riddles are written on lanterns 57 (add) fun. Mid-Autumn Festival features rabbit-shaped lanterns, 58 reflects folklore about the moon. Beyond 59 (decorate), lanterns carry deep cultural meanings. The act of lighting lanterns symbolizes driving away darkness and ignorance, while floating river lanterns during some festivals represents sending prayers to ancestors. Today, this traditional craft continues to shine globally, 60 (mix) ancient wisdom with modern aesthetics. Lanterns not only light up physical spaces but also carry stories, values, and 61 warmth of shared celebrations across generations. 第三节 选词填空（满分15分） 阅读下面短文，从方框中选择适当的词或短语，并用其适当形式填空。每个词或短语只用一次。 be regarded as, no wonder, remind, be said to do, enable, like peas and carrots, be familiar with, anything but, highly, replace The Gift of the Magi (麦琪的礼物): A Timeless Ode to True Love Most people 62. __________ The Gift of the Magi, a short story by O. Henry that has made a deep impression on readers worldwide. It 63. __________ a classic masterpiece of love literature, rooted in the ordinary life of a young couple, Jim and Della. They have great chemistry with each other and live 64. __________ day after day. Believe it or not, the couple’s touching sacrifice (牺牲) is 65. __________ a simple attitude. Della sells her beautiful long hair to buy a watch chain for Jim, while Jim gives up his precious watch to purchase a set of combs for Della. Their gifts are 66. __________ with uselessness in the end, but they 67. __________ the most romantic thing in the world. This story points out that true love is not about material wealth but the sincere care for each other. The story also serves as a gentle 68. __________ that we should attach importance to the emotional bond in relationships rather than material possessions. It is so moving, 69. __________ us to realize that the willingness to spare a thought for others and contribute to their happiness is the essence of love. 70. __________ this novel is a great success and has been passed down through generations. I 71. __________ recommend sticking with this story whenever you feel confused about love, for it will never fail to warm your heart. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分） 第一节 应用文写作（满分20分） 假设你是李华，你校英文报发起了一个“Which Matters More in a Movie: Plot or Special Effects?”的讨论，请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括： 1．你的看法； 2．你的理由。 注意： 1．写作词数应为80个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 Which Matters More in a Movie: Plot or Special Effects? ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节 阅读表达（满分15分） 阅读下列短文，完成文后的填空题和表达题。 Recently 3 kinds of foods are very popular in the US. Convenience (方便) Foods Instead of buying only fresh foods, Americans buy many more convenience foods. These are foods which are ready partly or completely prepared. There are also many canned convenience foods, such as soups and vegetables. Convenience foods save time and trouble. They are popular with people who are busy or who don’t like to cook or wash dishes. But they often cost more money than fresh, unprepared foods and may contain man-made additives. Also they don’t taste as good as home-cooked foods. Health Foods In the 1960s, a “back-to-the earth” movement was started by young people in the US. The movement was a reaction against the harmful effects of technology. Many people now prefer natural and organic foods to the prepared foods sold in food stores. Diet Foods (减肥食品) These days Americans are more and more concerned with their weight. American supermarkets sell a variety of diet foods such as diet soft drinks, diet candy, and diet salad dressings (调味料). Each year dozens of new diets are popularized. However, some of the diet foods are not believable. There are tricks in their advertisements. （一）根据文章内容，使用适当的词完成下列表格，每空一词。（7分） Three popular foods in the US Kinds of foods Convenience Foods Health Foods Diet Foods People who like the foods Those who are busy; Those who don’t like to cook or wash dishes Those who are against the 72. __________ effects of technology. Those who are more 73. __________ about their weight. Advantages Save time and trouble Be good for one’s health Help people to 74. __________ weight. 75. __________ Cost more money May contain man-made additives Not as 76. __________ as home-made foods 77. __________ Not all of the diet foods are 78. __________ （二）结合文章内容，回答下列问题，写作词数应为50左右。（8分） Should we support diet foods? Why? ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 连云港市厉庄高级中学高一年级期末学情检测——英语试题——答案解析 2026.1.6 1—5 ABABC 6—10 ACABB 11—15 CACCA 16—20 BCBAC 21-25 BBCDD 26-30 CCCAC 31. B 32-36 CGBEF 37-41 ABDAC 42-46 CDABC 47-51 BBDAC 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 52. were used 53. Traditionally 54. various / varied 55. hung 56. for 57. to add 58. which 59. decoration 60. mixing 61. the 第三节 选词填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 62. are familiar with 63. is regarded as 64. like peas and carrots 65. anything but 66. replaced 67. are said to have done 68. reminder 69. enabling 70. No wonder 71. highly 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分） 第一节 应用文写作（满分20分） 【范文】 Which Matters More in a Movie: Plot or Special Effects? From my perspective, plot is far more important than special effects for a great movie. A well-written plot is the heart of a film, telling a fascinating story that can touch our hearts and leave a deep impression on us. Amazing special effects may catch our eyes at first, but they can’t make up for a boring or confusing plot. We might feel excited by the cool visuals for a moment, but we’ll soon lose interest if there’s no good story to support the effects. In short, it’s the plot that makes a movie memorable and worth watching again and again. 第二节 阅读表达（满分15分） （一）根据文章内容，使用适当的词完成下列表格，每空一词。（7分） 72. harmful 73. concerned 74. lose / reduce / decrease / lower 75. Disadvantages / Drawbacks 76. tasty / delicious / yummy 77. Unknown / Unclear 78. believable （二）结合文章内容，回答下列问题，写作词数应为50左右。（8分） 【范文一】 Should we support diet foods? Why? In a broad sense, we should support diet foods. Nowadays, more Americans care about their weight. Diet foods, like diet drinks and salad dressings, give them many choices. They show that food companies are paying attention to people’s health. Even if some ads are not true, these foods still help people live healthier lives, so we should support them. 【范文二】 Should we support diet foods? Why? In a broad sense, we should not support diet foods. First, many diet foods are not reliable because their ads often use tricks to cheat people. Second, new diets become popular every year, making people follow trends blindly instead of using scientific ways to keep fit. What’s more, depending too much on these foods may cause an unhealthy diet, which is bad for people’s health in the long term. 附听力原文： 听力基础版—32原文和答案 Text 1 M: I’m heading out. W: Wait! Take an umbrella with you. M: Why? It’s clear right now. The sun is shining. W: The weather forecast says it’ll be windy and rainy this afternoon. Better safe than sorry! Text 2 挪车 W: Excuse me, I’m calling to tell you that your car is in front of mine. Could you drive it away, please? M: Oh, I’m sorry. I’ll be right there. W: Please hurry. I need to catch a flight. Text 3 纠错 W: Hank, this sentence should be “I made an invitation yesterday!”. You wrote “make” instead of “made”. M: Got it. I’ll fix it right away. Could you also check my paper? I need your advice. Text 4 推荐音乐 W: Do you listen to music when you’re jogging? M: Of course. I usually listen to pop music and rock music. They keep me energetic. W: I recommend you try some classical music. It’s very relaxing and can help you maintain a steady pace. Text 5 蜜蜂保护项目 W: Have you heard of the community’s bee-protection project? The project includes activities like growing bee-friendly plants and making posters about bee-protection. M: Actually, I’ve signed up for it. It lasts 3 months and is supported by an environmental charity. Over 100 people have joined this project. Text 6 睡前时光 M: Mom, ⑥why did you close the book? I want to know what happens next in the story! W: Oh, sweetheart, ⑥reading time is over for today. Let’s continue tomorrow. Now, it’s time for you to sleep. I’ll wash the dishes in the kitchen. M: Do you need any help, Mom? I’m not sleepy at all right now. W: If you want to help, ⑦you could put away the toys in the living room. M: ⑦Okay, no problem! Text 7 地铁禁食 W: Dad, when will we reach the City Park? I’ve already finished watching these two videos! M: ⑧We just passed the Science Museum Station. There are still 10 stops left. It’ll take about 20 minutes. W: Alright. I’m a little hungry. ⑨Can I have some chips now? M: No, ⑧passengers are not allowed to eat in the subway car. It can affect the air quality here. Text 8 老照片 Text 08.mp3 M: Look! ⑪Aunt Anne is in this photo. But why is she wearing glasses? That’s strange. She has such good eyesight. W: Oh, dear, you’re mistaken. The woman wearing glasses in this picture is me in my youth. M: Let me take a closer look. Wow, ⑩Aunt Anne is almost the double of you when you were young. You two have the same blue eyes. W: Yes. Among all my children, Anne looks the most like me. M: ⑪Then who’s the lady with long curly hair standing next to you? W: ⑪She was my college roommate and my best friend. We talked about everything under the sun. M: I see. Where was this photo taken? W: ⑫It was taken when we first arrived in Paris. My friend went there to pursue advanced studies. ⑫And I, as a fashion school graduate, wanted to earn a place in that famous city. But I finally chose to go back to Berlin to work as a teacher. Text 9 图书馆罚款 M: ⑬Laura, I went to the library to return books today and was told that 4 of them were past their due date by 3 days. W: ⑬Were you fined, Justin? M: ⑬Yeah, I got fined $1.50 for each book. ⑭I really wish libraries could cancel late fees. W: ⑭I disagree. I think fines are necessary to encourage people to return books on time. M: But it’s not fair for those who don’t intentionally delay. In fact, some libraries, like the New York Public Library and the Chicago Public Library, have already cancelled late fees. W: ⑭But fines help improve and expand library services. M: Don’t you think fines might put people off borrowing books? It’s reported that after the Chicago Public Library cancelled late fees, the book returns actually have increased by 240%. W: Actually, library fines are not that high. ⑮⑯Instead of cancelling fines, I prefer programs like LA County Library’s “The Great Read Away”. M: I’ve heard of that. People under 21 can clear late fees by reading. W: Exactly. ⑯An hour of reading cancels $5 of fees. The fees that can be cancelled include late fees, replacements for lost or damaged items and library card replacements. ⑯However, the cost of renting a meeting room cannot be cancelled. Text 10 采访一位拳击手 W: ⑰When Anthony Joshua was in year 9, he set a new record for his school by running 100 meters in just 11.6 seconds. “I liked challenging myself,” he said. Twenty years on, Joshua is one of the world’s best boxers. His big wins include two world titles and a gold medal for Team GB (the British Olympic team) at the 2012 Olympics. ⑱In 2018, he was awarded an Order of the British Empire (OBE) — a special honor from the Queen — for his services to sport. During the Easter holidays, Josie, a 9-year-old reader of The Week Junior, interviewed the heavyweight boxer. ⑲They talked about the school. “I had many friends at school,” he told Josie. His favorite subject was PE — he was really good at football and athletics. ⑲He always showed great courage and tried his best to protect others. “I can’t stand seeing unfair things or people being treated badly,” he recalled. Finally, ⑳Josie asked what advice Joshua would give to readers of The Week Junior. “Always put your hand up first in class,” he said. “Being smart is really cool, so keep on reading and try to be the top students in school.” 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $