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安徽省安庆市龙门高级中学高三2026-2027学年开学考试 英语 满分：150分 考试时间：120分钟 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上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. What does the man think of the woman's summer plan? A. It's shocking. B. It's strange. C. It's wonderful. 2. Where are the speakers probably going? A. To a restaurant. B. To a cinema. C. To a bookstore. 3. What is the woman's job? A. A nurse. B. A teacher. C. A driver. 4. How much will the man pay for the tickets? A. $15. B. $30. C. $45. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A weekend plan. B. A football match. C. A new movie. 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 relationship between the speakers? A. Husband and wife. B. Colleagues. C. Doctor and patient. 7. What does the woman suggest doing? A. Taking a walk. B. Having a rest. C. Eating out. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. What does the woman think of the new policy? A. It's beneficial. B. It's confusing. C. It's unnecessary. 9. When will the new policy take effect? A. Next Monday. B. Next month. C. Next year. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Where are the speakers now? A. In a hospital. B. In a classroom. C. In a studio. 11. What problem has been the most common lately according to the woman? A. Dry coughs. B. Tiredness. C. High fevers. 12. What does the man think of the woman's advice? A. It is highly practical. B. It doesn't apply to him. C. It is mainly for illnesses. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. When was the house built? A. About two years ago. B. About ten years ago. C. About twenty years ago. 14. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Fellow workers. B. Homeowner and agent. C. Husband and wife. 15. How did the man know the woman? A. From local agencies. B. From some salesmen. C. From his friends. 16. What style is the man's current home? A. A high-rise apartment. B. A traditional cottage. C. An attractive townhouse. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. How long did the Queen hold her job? A. 40 years. B. 70 years. C. 52 years. 18. Who told the speaker about the Queen? A. A prime minister. B. A news reporter. C. A school teacher. 19. What is the speaker going to do? A. Do some interviews. B. Watch a video. C. Tell a story. 20. What is the topic of the talk? A. A famous queen in history. B. A lesson about British history. C. A personal experience in London. 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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Search Volunteer Opportunities EcoFair at Evergreen Brickworks – Fundraiser Organization:Transition Toronto Date Posted:December 13, 2025 Date Needed:January–February 2026 (pre-event preparation) Type of Position:Virtual – Flexible Scheduling Description & Details EcoFair Toronto is expanding! Coming straight from the success of our 2025 fall EcoFair at Wychwood Barns, we are jumping into our first ever April EcoFair at the Evergreen Brickworks. EcoFair is a fun, family-friendly event that informs and inspires people to make greener choices in their homes and communities. In previous years, thousands of people have come out to learn about green initiatives and achievements in our neighbourhood and in our city, to explore new ideas, and to share green tips. In April 2026 we're going even bigger. Be part of the first crew to ever bring a big EcoFair to the city, and help us build community around the sustainable changes we need to see in Toronto! Required skills: - Strong written communication - Customer relations - Ability to work well with the wider fundraising group - Competence in using email Time commitment: A few hours per week in January and February 2026 Benefits: - Make a difference – through your efforts expand the excellent and impactful tradition of EcoFair Toronto, attract more people to the event who will learn about how to make eco-friendly changes in their lives, and contribute to Toronto's green culture. - Gain fundraising experience. - Apply your skills to a grassroots, not-for-profit event. How to Apply / Contact Email andrew@transitiontoronto.org expressing your interest in the position to apply. Include a resume (简历). 21. What do we know about EcoFair? A. It is an initiative. B. It is a program. C. It is an activity. D. It is an organisation. 22. Which is a requirement for volunteers? A. Rich public speaking experience. B. Basic ability to raise money. C. Good written communication skills. D. Strong environmental awareness. 23. What is an advantage of participating in EcoFair Toronto? A. Connect with green experts. B. Learn money collection skills. C. Gain community leadership. D. Earn public recognition. B Raymond Briggs, a beloved British illustrator and storyteller, left a lasting mark on readers of all ages with his unique artistic style. Two years ago, the 88-year-old master passed away, and shortly before his death, a remarkable exhibition charting his decades-long career opened. Having traveled from Cambridge to Kirkcudbright, the major exhibition has now found its latest stop at Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft, where it will be on display for five months to celebrate his extraordinary works. At the heart of the exhibition lies a treasure collection of early drafts and drawings, each filled with corrections that reveal Briggs' strict pursuit of artistic excellence. Over a third of the 100-plus exhibits are new additions to the Ditchling stop, mixing well with the original collection organized by the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration. For example, a set of carefully arranged wardrobe (衣柜) doors perfectly matches the previously displayed pencil drawings from Ethel and Ernest, creating a complete story of his creative journey. Briggs was a born storyteller who combined picture books and comics. He mastered the art of balancing joy and sorrow: his famous Snowmanbrought tears with its silent, heartbreaking melting scene, while his easily annoyed yet warm Father Christmas caused constant laughter. Having improved his skills at Wimbledon School of Art and later the Slade School of Fine Art, he laid a solid foundation for his distinctive style that resonated deeply with both children and adults. Even after achieving fame, Briggs kept a simple heart. A newly found Finnish edition of The Snowmanbore his 2014 note: "I got my most famous character's arms wrong." This exhibition is a love letter to his fans, who, standing before his works, feel close to his creative struggles and joys. Leaving the museum, they are eager to revisit his books, stepping again into the magical world he created with simple yet deeply touching lines. 24. What is the main focus of the first paragraph? A. Briggs' influence on readers. B. An event after Briggs' death. C. A celebration of Briggs' works. D. An exhibition of Briggs' career. 25. What can we learn about the new exhibits? A. They feature items from Ethel and Ernest. B. They concentrate on Briggs' early pieces. C. They take up half of the total exhibits. D. They match the original collection well. 26. What does the underlined word "resonated" in paragraph 3 probably mean? A. Agreed. B. Connected. C. Struggled. D. Remained. 27. What does Briggs' note in The Snowmanshow about him? A. His humble attitude towards his own work. B. His desire to correct earlier mistakes. C. His regret over the creation of the character. D. His perfectionism about artistic details. C From Florida's Wetlands, the Miccosukee people have long shared islands with a 7-foot female alligator (短吻鳄), warmly called Mama Gator. For 60 years, they've observed her shape the ecosystem: digging ponds to hold water in dry seasons and building raised nests for eggs in rainy seasons, with humans keeping a respectful distance during nesting. This close coexistence mirrors a broader truth – alligators are vital "ecosystem engineers," not just cold-blooded killers. Scientific research now backs the Miccosukee people's wisdom. Alligator ponds serve as shelters for fish, frogs and plants during dry seasons, while their nests create dry platforms for other animals and birds. Water birds even nest above alligators, which act as bodyguards against ring-tailed bears, in a two-way beneficial arrangement. As top predators (捕食者), alligators move nutrients around by moving between habitats, eating in coastal areas and answering the call of nature upstream, boosting the food web from water plants to larger animals. Once on the edge of extinction due to hunting for their skins in the 19th and 20th centuries, American alligators made a remarkable comeback after 1967 protection laws, with wild populations recovering to over three million in Florida and Louisiana. Today, researchers uncover more hidden benefits: alligator-rich wetlands store high levels of carbon, aiding climate change control, and some alligators exhibit surprising adaptability – from resident individuals staying close to home to highly mobile ones traveling hundreds of kilometers to coastal waters for food, despite lacking salt-processing glands (腺体). Conservation efforts, including landowners' head-starting programs and the Miccosukee people's egg-rescue initiatives, continue to safeguard alligators. Biologists stress that these animals deserve recognition not as monsters, but as kind guardians that maintain freshwater ecosystems, support biodiversity and fight climate change. As the Miccosukee know, coexisting with alligators means respecting nature's delicate balance. 28. How does Mama Gator affect the local environment? A. By living with the Miccosukee people. B. By keeping a distance from humans. C. By creating ponds and high nests. D. By boosting the original food web. 29. Which of the following best describes the impact of alligator ponds? A. Wide-ranging. B. Double-edged. C. Short-lived. D. Time-limited. 30. What does the author imply in paragraph 3? A. American alligators can process salt. B. The 1967 laws have proven effective. C. Nearby habitats have been destroyed. D. Adaptability of species is significant. 31. What can be the best title for the text? A. Alligators: Protectors of the Ecosystem B. Mama Gator: A Star of the Grassland C. The Miccosukee: Guardians of Nature D. Wetlands: Sites of Conservation Efforts D Sleep is risky. When you fall asleep, your defences are down, making you an easy target for predators and other threats. And yet, the majority of living things do it, including most animals, insects and even many plants. So, why did it first develop? It's a mystery that scientists have been trying to solve for decades. Recently, a team of Israeli scientists decided to dive into the ocean in search of an answer, placing two ancient sea creatures in their sights: the upside-down jellyfish and the starlet sea anemone, which are among the oldest animals to have developed on Earth. Publishing their findings in the journal Nature Communications, the scientists report that these early creatures need about as much shut-eye as humans do and that sleep may have first emerged as a means of protecting delicate nervous tissue. Both jellyfish and the starlet sea anemone sleep about a third of the day – about 8 hours in human terms – in their natural habitats, and that the sleep schedules they keep respond heavily to sleep loss, environmental light, and body clocks. Feeding the creatures melatonin (褪黑素) – a natural hormone (荷尔蒙) involved in sleep control, whose production is influenced by light – led to increased sleep during times when each creature would normally have been more active, but had little impact on their activity during normal rest periods. It also reduced DNA damage in both species during times of the day when they were normally awake. The scientists measured DNA damage in the two creatures under different conditions as well and found that it climbed when they were awake and worsened when they were short of sleep, but declined when they were asleep and following "recovery" sleep. They found that DNA damage pushed the creatures to sleep more. Most surprisingly, they conducted further research, and the results showed that more DNA damage led to more sleep, and more sleep reduced DNA damage. The findings suggest that sleep may have arrived on the scene to allow living things to survive the destruction of time. 32. How does the author present the issue in the first paragraph? A. By comparing different species. B. By explaining a key concept. C. By raising a puzzling question. D. By showing research findings. 33. What discovery did the scientists make about the two simple sea creatures? A. They have regular sleep patterns. B. They sense food in bright conditions. C. They live in shallow coastal waters. D. They take in oxygen through their skin. 34. Why does the author mention "DNA damage"? A. To indicate the harm of staying awake. B. To illustrate the initial function of sleep. C. To present the risks of cell damage. D. To introduce a basis for clock control. 35. What does the author imply in the last paragraph? A. Rest keeps off dangers. B. Wakefulness hurts cells. C. Light affects activities. D. Sleep fixes DNA damage. 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。 Tips for Talking to a Chatbot How often do you talk to an AI assistant? A few times a week? Every day? Short conversations with AI can be helpful or entertaining. 36Here are tips to keep in mind when talking to AI-powered tools. Your voice matters. You should feel proud to make your unique voice heard. Sometimes you might feel discouraged or embarrassed as your own writing can't live up to the smooth sentences and clever vocabulary of a chatbot. 37 Look to real people for important advice. When you need help, you should reach out to real people who you know and trust will get you meaningful, honest feedback. 38By contrast, a chatbot doesn't know you and can't comfort you. A very serious mental-health crisis can be horribly mishandled by a chatbot. Don't fall for flattery (奉承). Chatbots love to shower praise and they'll agree with almost anything you say. But sometimes you don't need a cheerleader so much as a firm coach. After all, people know that criticism and correction help us learn and grow. Also, watch out for made-up facts. 39When an honest person doesn't know the answer to a question, they'll say, "I don't know." However, chatbots don't do that. They tend to confidently answer every question. So if you're using a chatbot for something important, you'd better be very, very careful. 40That means you shouldn't share very personal information. Talking with a free chatbot is like posting on social media. On free mode, the company that built the bot and anyone they hire can see and use your data. Anything you say has the potential to spread far and wide. A. Don't use free chatbots. B. But sometimes, things go wrong. C. Keep private information to yourself. D. Have you ever seen chatbots saying this? E. The answers you're getting may not be what you really need. F. A true friend will call you out when you do something wrong. G. But what you're creating matters more than what a machine creates. 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四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 Ivy Lawrence never planned to become a farmer, yet life guided her onto this path. Growing up on a small farm in Houston, she owed many of her 41lessons to the hours spent outdoors, simply observing nature. As a curious seven-year-old, she 42a bird nesting and gradually learned the value of 43– a quality that would later apply to her work as a farmer. In August 2020, she 44Ivy Leaf Farms, where she grows cabbages, carrots, and other organic 45. She offers the produce for free to neighbors, organizes plant pop-up events, and runs school gardens to 46young people to pursue farming. Starting the farm was a courageous 47. After careful consideration, she 48her medical career for a life of farming, believing that food is fundamentally linked to public 49. Through her efforts, she hopes to 50local issues related to wellness, green spaces, and mental health. Her greatest 51in transitioning from her nine-to-five to a full-time business owner was breaking the news to her mother, who found the idea of leaving a stable job to dig holes quite 52. But besides convincing her mother, she had to mentally 53the traditional definition of success. "Finally, I 54that being dirty most of the day didn't count – what mattered was that I found fulfillment in this work," she said. Now, she sees farming not merely as a job, but a meaningful way to 55her community. 41. A. failure B. survival C. life D. reality 42. A. prevented B. imagined C. left D. watched 43. A. patience B. kindness C. optimism D. honesty 44. A. discovered B. expanded C. founded D. purchased 45. A. crops B. vegetables C. flowers D. plants 46. A. allow B. inspire C. force D. order 47. A. step B. attitude C. plan D. resolution 48. A. exchanged B. sacrificed C. abandoned D. intended 49. A. safety B. space C. service D. health 50. A. address B. study C. highlight D. face 51. A. dream B. challenge C. hope D. decision 52. A. fresh B. meaningful C. crazy D. practical 53. A. reanalyse B. redefine C. review D. reconsider 54. A. realized B. expected C. agreed D. promised 55. A. participate in B. contribute to C. work for D. set up 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。 Designed by Pritzker Prize winner Wang Shu and completed in 2008, the Ningbo Museum is a meaningful architectural statement 56challenges usual modern design. More than a simple container for objects, the building itself is a 57(strength) exhibit of cultural memory and new ideas. Its most eye-catching feature is its large front, 58(make) from countless reused bricks, tiles, and stones. All these materials 59(save) from local villages that had been pulled down. This "Wapan Wall" method 60(true) plants the area's history into the structure, making a real link to the past in a city that is becoming modern at 61fast speed. The building 62(look) like a mountain or an old rock coming from the earth. This reflects the nearby environment of Zhejiang Province. Inside, large areas are set around a central hall, with slopes and bridges leading 63(visitor) as if going up a valley. Natural light comes in to light up plain concrete surfaces, helping to create a quiet mood. The Ningbo Museum does more than its basic job. It shows how modern buildings can be deeply connected 64local conditions. It is a bridge between past 65present, telling a silent story as if it speaks about time, memory, and the heart of a place. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假定你是李华，你校将举行"我是家乡文化推介官"活动，你的笔友Chris很感兴趣。请给Chris写一封邮件，内容包括： （1）活动的内容； （2）活动的意义。 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。 Dear Chris, I am writing to share with you an exciting activity titled "I Am a Promoter of My Hometown Culture". _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ Let me know what you think. 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。 The grey English winter had settled not only over the landscape, but deep within Gina's soul. At the age of sixty-four, she found the shortening days, the cold rain and lasting darkness increasingly difficult to bear. It wasn't the cold that troubled her – it was the fading (渐暗的) light, the absence of the brilliant sunshine that had always felt like a promise of adventures yet to come. She feared her own adventuring days had ended before she'd even realized they were over. Her sadness was interrupted one afternoon by the sound of the front door shutting hard, followed by her granddaughter Beth's anxious entrance into the kitchen. Tearfully, Beth explained that her carefully planned long-distance trip to Asia had collapsed. Her travel partner had withdrawn, and Beth's parents had firmly refused to let her travel alone. Gina's heart ached as she watched the young girl's dreams break – she saw so much of her own youthful spirit reflected in her granddaughter's disappointed eyes. In the days that followed, Gina found herself reflecting on her own lost opportunities. She remembered her youthful travels across Europe, adventures that had ended suddenly when marriage and motherhood arrived. Now as a woman whose husband had passed away, she resigned herself to quiet days, believing adventure belonged only to the young. The turning point came during one of their quiet, treasured evenings together. As they sat by the fire, Beth cleverly turned their conversation toward literature, recalling heroines from classic novels who traveled with older partners. "In those days," Beth remarked thoughtfully, "young women often traveled with relatives who kept them company." Her eyes met Gina's, and in that quiet moment, an unspoken question passed between them. "Gran," Beth began hesitantly, "would you consider... coming to Asia with me in January?" Time seemed to stand still. Gina felt something shift inside her – a long-silent fire starting to burn. Looking at Beth's hopeful face, she saw not just her granddaughter, but a chance to regain a part of herself she thought was lost forever. 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。 Gina took a deep breath, feeling a wave of excitement. _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ Then, fully prepared, they boarded the plane to Asia. _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________ 听力材料 第一节 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。 Text 1 M: So, you're going to travel across Europe all by yourself this summer? W: Yes! I've been saving up for two years. I'll start in London and make my way to Rome. M: Wow! That's absolutely amazing. I wish I could join you. Text 2 W: I'm starving. Let's find somewhere to eat. M: There's a nice Italian place just around the corner. I've been there before. W: Perfect. I could really go for some pasta right now. Text 3 M: How was your day at work, honey? W: Exhausting. I had five classes back to back and then a staff meeting after school. M: You really should take a break this weekend. Text 4 W: Tickets for the concert are $15 each. M: I need two tickets. Here's $50. W: That's $30 for two. Here's your change – $20. Text 5 W: Are you doing anything this weekend? M: Not really. Why? W: There's a new movie showing at the cinema downtown. I heard it's really good. M: Sounds great! Let's go on Saturday afternoon. 第二节 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。 W: Honey, I'm feeling a bit under the weather today. M: What's wrong? You look pale. W: I think I've been working too hard lately. I just need some rest. M: Why don't we go for a walk in the park? Fresh air might do you good. W: That's a great idea. I'll get my coat. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 M: Have you heard about the new school policy? W: The one about no phones in classrooms? M: Yes. What do you think? W: I think it's a good idea. Students have been too distracted by their phones during class. M: When does it start? W: Next Monday, according to the announcement. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 W: Good morning, everyone. Welcome to our weekly health talk show. I'm Dr. Sarah Johnson. Today, we're discussing common health issues. With me in the studio is our guest, Dr. Mark Roberts. M: Thank you for having me, Dr. Johnson. W: Dr. Roberts, what problems have been most common lately? M: Well, we've seen a lot of patients with dry coughs. It's the season for it. Also, many people are complaining about tiredness due to the long work hours. W: What about high fevers? M: Less common, but we do see some cases. W: What advice would you give to our audience? M: First, stay hydrated. Second, get enough sleep. And third, if you feel unwell, don't push yourself too hard. Rest is key. W: Thank you, Dr. Roberts. That's very practical advice. M: I'm glad to help. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 M: I really love this house. How long has it been on the market? W: About two weeks. The owner built it about twenty years ago, and it's been well maintained. M: It's beautiful. I've been looking for a traditional cottage like this. W: I can tell you, properties like this don't come up often. Are you working with any other agents? M: No, actually. One of my friends recommended you. He said you were the best in the area. W: That's very kind of him. I do try my best for all my clients. M: My current place is a high-rise apartment downtown. I'm ready for a change – more space, more garden. W: Well, this cottage has a lovely garden. Shall we take a look outside? M: Yes, please. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 Good morning, everyone. Today I want to share something I learned from my history teacher when I was a student. She told us about Queen Elizabeth II, who was the longest-reigning monarch in British history. The Queen held her job for 70 years – that's longer than most people work in their entire lives! She served from 1952 until 2022. Can you believe that? My teacher told us many fascinating stories about the Queen and how she worked with 15 different prime ministers. It really made me realize how much the world changed during her reign. Today, I'm going to tell you more about her life and legacy. We'll also watch a short video showing some important moments from her long reign. I hope you'll find it as interesting as I did. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 参考答案 第一部分 听力（每小题1.5分，共30分） 题号 答案 题号 答案 1 C 11 A 2 A 12 C 3 B 13 C 4 B 14 B 5 A 15 C 6 A 16 A 7 A 17 B 8 A 18 C 9 A 19 C 10 C 20 B 第二部分 阅读（共50分） 第一节（每小题2.5分，共37.5分） 题号 答案 21 C 22 C 23 B 24 D 25 D 26 B 27 A 28 C 29 A 30 B 31 A 32 C 33 A 34 B 35 D 第二节（每小题2.5分，共12.5分） 题号 答案 36 B 37 G 38 F 39 E 40 C 第三部分 语言运用（共30分） 第一节（每小题1分，共15分） 题号 答案 题号 答案 41 C 50 A 42 D 51 B 43 A 52 C 44 C 53 B 45 B 54 A 46 B 55 B 47 A 48 C 49 D 第二节（每小题1.5分，共15分） 56. that / which 57. strengthening 58. made 59. were saved 60. truly 61. a 62. looks 63. visitors 64. with / to 65. and 第四部分 写作（共40分） 第一节（满分15分） One possible version: Dear Chris, I am writing to share with you an exciting activity titled "I Am a Promoter of My Hometown Culture." The activity involves each student preparing a presentation about their hometown's unique cultural heritage. This includes local cuisine, traditional crafts, folk customs, historical sites, and notable figures. We will present in class, and some outstanding works will be featured in a school exhibition. This activity is meaningful in many ways. It helps us develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of our roots. Also, it enhances our research and public speaking skills while allowing us to share our pride in our hometowns with others. Let me know what you think. Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） One possible version: Gina took a deep breath, feeling a wave of excitement. For the first time in years, she felt truly alive. "Are you sure you want an old woman like me as your travel companion?" she asked, her eyes sparkling. Beth laughed and hugged her tightly. "You're not old, Gran. You're an adventurer!" Over the next few weeks, the two of them threw themselves into planning. Gina dusted off her old travel journals, sharing stories of her European adventures that Beth had never heard before. They researched destinations, booked flights, and shopped for travel essentials together. Gina felt a new energy coursing through her veins – the winter gloom that had once settled in her soul was slowly melting away. Then, fully prepared, they boarded the plane to Asia. As the plane lifted off the ground, Gina gazed out the window at the grey English clouds below. She reached for Beth's hand and squeezed it gently. "Thank you for this, my dear," she whispered. Beth smiled back. The journey through Asia was everything they had dreamed of – colourful markets, ancient temples, delicious street food, and breathtaking landscapes. Gina found herself laughing more than she had in years, her camera always ready to capture every precious moment. When they returned home months later, Gina was transformed. She had not only discovered new places but had also rediscovered herself. Adventure, she realized, didn't belong only to the young. It belonged to anyone brave enough to answer its call. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $