湖北省荆州中学2026-2027学年高三上学期起点考试英语试卷

荆州中学2024级高三起点考试英语试题答案 1-5 AACBC 6-10 CACBB 11-15 CCBAA 16-20 BABCA 21-23DAD 24-27DCCB 28-31CCDD 32-35DAAB 36-40ACEDG 41-45 ABCAC 46-50 BBACB 51-55 AACBA 56. Launched 57. accessible 58. engagement 59. had hosted 60. with 61. featuring 62. that / which 63. an 64. was recognized 65. What 66. Say No to Plastic Pollution Good afternoon, everyone! I’m greatly honored to deliver a speech on refusing plastic pollution. Plastic pollution has become an increasingly severe ecological crisis worldwide. Most plastic products can barely be recycled and take hundreds of years to decompose. Even remote natural habitats are flooded with plastic waste, with invisible microplastics entering the food chain and endangering all living species. Serious as the situation is, positive changes are still within our reach. It is high time that we abandoned single‑use plastics and turned to eco‑friendly alternatives in daily life. We can carry reusable bags, avoid plastic tableware, adopt a new lifestyle and raise public environmental awareness. Only by consistent joint efforts can we restore our damaged ecosystem and build a sustainable future. Thank you for listening! 67. 范文一 But now I hesitated, because taking the side trail meant failure. I had come so far, and to turn back now felt like admitting I wasn’t strong enough, that I wasn’t the “hero” I had set out to be. But as a storm was coming close and my body grew weaker, I realized the trail was no longer just a challenge of endurance; it had become a test of life. At last I accepted that I’d better quit the Hero’s Route this time. I turned back, searched carefully for the blue ribbon and reluctantly followed it down. Climbing down the path to the village at night was still very challenging. I had lost track of time, the darkness closing in on me. Just as I was losing all hope, I saw a beam of light ahead. It was Tim. His appearance at that moment almost made me cry. When we finally made it down to the village, I apologized for my reckless behavior. “You’re still a hero.” Tim said with a warm smile, “because a hero knows when to stay on and when to give up.” But I knew I was not. A true hero knows to respect, and to act wisely. That was a lesson the mountains taught me. 范文二 But now I hesitated, because taking the side trail meant failure. I stood there, looking at the two peaks ahead. The rain was still pouring down, and the rocks were getting more and more slippery. I thought about my decision to challenge the Hero’s Route. Was it just for a moment of pride? Or was it really a test of my will? I took a deep breath. Maybe Tim was right. Training is necessary. But at this moment, safety is more important. I decided to take the side trail. After all, there will be more opportunities to challenge in the future. Climbing down the path to the village at night was still very challenging. The path was narrow and dark. I had to be very careful. But I was not alone. I knew Tim was waiting for me midway. As I walked, I thought about my experience. Although I didn’t complete the Hero’s Route this time, I learned a lot. I learned to respect nature and my own strength. When I finally saw Tim’s figure in the distance, I felt a sense of relief. We hugged each other. “You made the right decision,” Tim said. I nodded. This experience will definitely make me a better climber in the future. (Text 1) M: I’ve finished writing the opening speech. What should I do with it?  W: You could print it out and bring it over to me. We can go through it together. M: OK. Thanks. (Text 2) W: Have you seen Jenkins? I’ve just learned some new information that he needs to include in the report he’s working on. M: He is on vacation, and he won’t be back for another two weeks. (Text 3) M: Don’t let the sunshine fool you. If you’re walking to work, you’d better wear a thick coat. W: Well, a colleague is giving me a lift today. M: But you’ll still feel the wind when you get out of the car. (Text 4) M: The vegetarian dish smells great. Are you making any meat dishes to go with it?  W: Not tonight. Personally, I think we eat too much meat.  (Text 5) W: I’m worried that my teenage son Tim spends so much time playing online games. M: How about encouraging him to do more physical activities? W: Now that I think about it, he used to play soccer quite often. (Text 6) W: Alan, what a nice surprise! Come in. M: Hi, Kate. I was in the neighborhood, and I thought I’d drop by. W: I’m glad you did. I haven’t seen you since you moved to London. M: Yes. It’s already been a year. W: Are you back on holiday? M: No, on business, but I’m planning to come on holiday next month. W: Good. I’ll see more of you then. M: Sure. What about tonight? I have a business appointment at 7, but I’ll be free at 8. Would you be interested in dining out together then? W: Sounds great! (Text 7) M: Cindy, I’ve finished loading the express packages onto the truck for the 11:00 shipment. It just left. I’m going to take my break now.  W: Sure, Peter. By the way, you seem uncomfortable. Is your back bothering you? M: A little bit, actually. But I’m sure it will go away once I get the chance to relax this weekend.  W: I hope so. If it doesn’t, come and see me. I know a person who specializes in treating lower back pain. Several other workers have gone to see her, and they say she’s great. M: Thanks. I’ll definitely look into it if the pain continues. (Text 8) M: Kieran, do you have a sales update for me? W: Yes, let’s see. So first, the Woof Doggy toy has been very popular. We’ve probably only got enough for about a week’s supply.  M: Can you speak to the supplier to ask them to deliver some products sooner?  W: OK, I’ll call them. M: Good. What else has sold well? W: All the princess costumes have sold out. It’s been our most popular product this quarter. New supplies are arriving tomorrow. M: Great! W: But I’m afraid there’s been very little interest in the camping kit. M: What’s the price? W: 59 euros. M: Let’s see if we can sell a few more next quarter at 39 euros. If not, let’s discontinue this item. (Text 9) M: When do you think the brain is more active: when we’re awake or when we’re asleep? W: When we’re awake. Am I right? M: Well, actually, the brain is busier when we sleep, because our brain needs the time to do a lot of work. That’s why it’s important to get enough sleep. According to a study published in a medical journal, if you didn’t sleep for 24 hours, you’d feel as if you were drunk. W: You mean we wouldn’t be able to think clearly? M: Yeah. And if we don’t sleep for a couple of days, our body won’t be able to function properly — we won’t be able to do simple things like having conversations!  W: Wow! M: Sleep’s really important for our health. For one, we learn and remember things better because the brain uses the time we sleep to prepare itself for the next day.  W: Hmm.  M: But also, if you don’t sleep, you tend to feel hungrier. So you might put on weight. W: Sounds like sleeping is better than going on a diet! (Text 10) M: Good morning, everybody. I hope you are all here for Environment and Development 101. My name is John Robertson, and I’ll be the main lecturer for this course. But we will have some guest lecturers from time to time. And nobody has left. Great! I guess that means you all intend to take this course. Okay, next I’m going to describe the main contents and purposes of the course. Does anybody know who Howard Odom was? Right. He is known as the father of ecology. He once said, “Everything is connected to everything else.” That statement explains the design of this course. As human knowledge expands, most courses, even first-year courses, get more and more specialized. This course is quite different. It focuses on the connections between different subjects. This 72-hour course meets for two hours each time, and don’t forget you get two credits instead of the usual one. We will try to achieve three main objectives. We will try to get an understanding of what is happening to planet Earth, why it is happening, and hopefully to find some answers to the many problems that we’ll be talking about. OK, it’s coffee time. Back in 15 minutes. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $荆州中学2024级高三起点考试 英语试题 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 will the man do next? A.Do some printing. B.Continue with the speech. C.Attend an opening ceremony 2.What is Jenkins doing now? A.Taking a holiday. B.Working on a report C.Searching for new information. 3.What does the man mean? A.The wind is dying down. B.The car ride is more comfortable C.The woman should wrap up warm. 4.Where are the speakers? A.At a restaurant. B.At home. C.At a supermarket. 5.What are the speakers talking about? A.What activities Tim likes to do. B.Whether Tim often plays soccer. C.How to help Tim quit online games. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。 6.What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A.Neighbors. B.Workmates. C.Friends 7.What will Alan do at 8 p.m.? A.Have dinner with Kate. B.Go to Kate's house. C.Keep a business appointment. 听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。 8.Where probably does Peter work? A.In a hospital B.In a car rental agency C.In a delivery company 9.What is Cindy concerned about? A.Peter's job responsibilities.B.Peter's physical condition C.Peter's work efficiency. 10.What does Cindy offer to do for Peter? A.Give him some time off. B.Recommend a doctor C.Contact other workers 听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。 11.What does the man ask Kieran to do? A.Cancel an order. B.Compare some products. C.Report on sales 12.What item sells best in the shop? A.A princess doll. B.Atoy dog. C.A kind of costume. 13.What does the man decide to do with the camping kit? A.Give it up. B.Reduce the price. C.Make an advertisement 听下面一段对话，回答第14至第16三个小题。 14.What will happen if people keep awake for a whole day? A.They can't think properly. B.They may feel like some wine. C.They will find it hard to communicate. 15.What is a result of lack of sleep according to the man? A.Weight gain. B.Bad appetite. C.Low energy consumption. 16.How does the man sound? A.Curious. B.Knowledgeable. C.Considerate. 英语试卷第1页共8页 听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。 17.What is the primary purpose of the speaker's talk? A.To outline the course. B.To check students'attendance. C.To introduce the teaching staff. 18.Why does the speaker mention Howard Odom? A.To list his works for reading. B.To illustrate the course design principle. C.To compare him with other ecology experts 19.What is special about the course? A.It focuses on environmental issues. B.It expands human knowledge rapidly. C.It emphasizes the links between various subjects 20.How many classes are there in total? A.36. B.72. C.144. 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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Green Buildings:A Solution for Cities Cities consume energy and produce a vast amount of emissions and waste,putting a strain on both human and ecological health.But our buildings themselves may hold a solution.High-density (urban areas- especially those built using green methods in design and construction-can be more energy efficient and pollute less.New research is also revealing that green buildings can actually be good for our health too. The Building Blocks of Cities The role of An urban future buildings But that could change. Nearly 70%of the world's But they account for 70%of greenhouse-gas Compared to traditional population will live in cities by emissi ons. construction,green 2050,up from 55%today. buildings in the U.S Cities cover 2%of 30%of those are have reduced CO2 the world's land area generated by emissions by 34%. buildings What Makes a Green Building? Though standards for green buildings vary,they're generally designed to use less energy and water and improve indoor air quality.The most widely used certification is LEED.Buildings that earn this certification often include key features like solar panels,green roofs and eco-friendly materials. Health Benefits Regulatory efforts focus on outdoor air,even though people spend most of their time indoors,where air quality and other aspects can impact both physical health and mental functioning.Thankfully,green buildings are designed to address these indoor environmental effects Productivity In one study,brain function doubled with enhanced ventilation(通风). Noise reduction Better air quality also leads to faster, Productivity is clearer decision-making at work. improved in offices using materials to Maximize natural light reduce noise. Workers who sit near windows get more light and sleep an extra 46 minutes at night. Fewer air pollutants Green buildings can reduce illness caused by air quality issues. 英语试卷第2页共8页 21.What is the aim of green buildings as a solution for cities? A.To promote energy output. B.To make buildings more modern C.To promote people's physical health. D.To make cities more sustainable 22.By how many percentage points will the proportion of urban population rise from today to 2050? A.15. B.30 C.40. D.70. 23.Which of the following is a benefit of green buildings? A.Enhancing light brightness B.Improving sleep quality. C.Controlling noise sources D.Sharpening thinking skills. B Every time I walk into the library and pick out yet another great book,I cannot help but remember how it all started.When I was little,I loved books mostly because of their beautiful illustrations,like animals,children, landscapes,and so on.All this changed when my aunt Kate moved in with us. Previously,my mom would pick a book and explain all the illustrations in it.My aunt,on the other hand, would passionately read stories to me,which sparked my love for books and language. Even when I was old enough to read by myself,she still kept track of what I read and sometimes made a few suggestions.When I was eight and thought it was time for me to read my first thousand-page novel,all she did was smile.The fact was that from the time my aunt first satisfied my thirst for a well-written book,I started a journey to explore the beauty of language. However,unknown to me then was the fact that my interest in her reading helped her realize her dream of being a children's book writer.Now she has over a dozen children's books under her authorship I have changed my career choice a few times in the course of my life-a novelist,journalist,and script( )writer.It does not matter what I end up doing,but my love for language will have to be reflected in my career path. My aunt used to tell me,"Language is like a tree.While its roots dig for the goodness,it is the leaves that are bathed in it."I have decided to keep digging and I am sure the goodness will be reflected in my life. 24.What can we learn about the author's earliest reading experience? A.He liked the colorful covers of books. B.He preferred to read with great passion. C.He enjoyed telling stories to his parents. D.He loved the pretty pictures in the books. 25.What inspired the author to explore the beauty of language? A.His aunt's career dream. B.His aunt's writing thirst. C.His aunt's patient guidance. D.His aunt's enthusiastic reading. 26.How did the author help his aunt achieve her goal? A.By sharing his stories. B.By making comments. C.By being her audience. D.By offering suggestions. 27.What can be inferred about the author from the last paragraph? A.He will stick to seeking the truth of life. B.He will go on pursuing the art of language C.He will keep reflecting on his career choices.D.He will continue to spread children's goodness. 英语试卷第3页共8页 C Recently,I accidentally found a set of Hanfu I only wore once from the bottom of the cupboard.I remember buying them simply to match the ancient-style hair accessories()a friend gave me.It occurred to me that I had been trapped in the"birdcage effect". "Birdcage effect"means that when you get an item one day,you will prepare more things to match it.Weeks ago,I went shopping with friends.One friend wanted to buy a fine pair of running shoes to match the running suit her sister sent her.She hoped it would push her to stick to running and develop a real love for sports.I joked that she must have fallen for the"birdcage effect".But she smiled and asked why we couldn't make good use of it instead. For the first time,I heard that the"birdcage effect'can be used in reverse ()However,this can't help but remind me of my middle-school days,when the"birdcage effect"worked on me.My friend gave me an elegant notebook as a gift.With such a fine notebook in hand,I felt it should not remain empty.So I started writing with eager hands,and then I fell in love with writing. After shopping with my friends that time,I began to proceed to use the effect.I bought a small fresh tablecloth to decorate my desk,and a beautiful notebook to record my inspiration.When everything was ready,I started writing again. But how can we avoid being troubled by the"birdcage effect"and even use it in the opposite way?Various birdcages"unavoidably appear in life,but we can distinguish them.If it is not in line with reality and becomes negative,we must learn to stop losses in time and maintain a heart of abandonment and separation.If it is a positive one that motivates us to develop upward,we can clarify our goals,shop or decorate appropriately,and push ourselves to move towards our targets.At this time,you will find that the"birdcage effect"is actually not so terrible! 28.What is paragraph 2 mainly about? A.The application of the"birdcage effect'in life. B.The necessity of using the"birdcage effect"in life C.The turning point of the author's idea on the"birdcage effect" D.The author's conflict with her friend over the "birdcage effect". 29.What is the author's purpose in mentioning her middle school experience? A.To recall her delightful days at school. B.To explain the reason for her love with writing. C.To confirm the positive of the"birdcage effect" D.To prove her knowledge of the"birdcage effect". 30.How can we make use of the"birdcage effect"positively? A.By realizing this effect has two sides B.By promoting our personal consumption. C.By recognizing this effect is not so terrible D.By directing our actions toward reasonable goals. 英语试卷第4页共8页 31.Which of the following might be the best title for the passage? A.Getting Rid of the Birdcage Effect Confidently B.Motivating Ourselves to Move Towards Our Goals C.The Birdcage Effect:Influence on Consumer Behavior D.The Birdcage Effect:How to Use It to Your Advantage D We often view relationships on a scale from positive to negative.We are drawn to loving family members, caring classmates and supportive mentors,while tying our best to avoid cruel,aggressive or rude people. However,the most toxic relationships are not purely negative ones,but those mixing positive and negative elements.They are often described as frenemies,supposed friends who offer help yet do harm.This mixed pattern is not limited to friends:relatives may volunteer to care for your kids but belittle your parenting,and managers may praise your work yet deny your promotion. Most people feel uncomfortable with such relationships.Groundbreaking research by psychologists Bert Uchino and Julianne Holt-Lunstad shows that these ambivalent relationships can do greater harm to physical health than totally negative ones.It is natural to assume that some positive interactions are better than all-negative ones.Yet being cheered on by the same person who cuts you down doesn't reduce the bad feelings;it increases them.And it's not just in your head:It leaves a trace in your heart and your blood. Even a single ambivalent interaction can bring harm.In one experiment,participants gave unprepared speeches on controversial topics and received feedback from friends.Those friends were randomly arranged to provide either ambivalent or purely negative comments.Surprisingly,mixed feedback led to higher blood pressure than pure criticism."I would have gone about the topic differently,but you're doing fine"proved more distressing than"I totally disagree with everything you've said." Though strong evidence shows ambivalent relationships are harmful,the underlying reasons are complicated. One key cause is unpredictability.With a clear enemy,you put up a shield when you cross paths.With a frenemy, you never know whether Dr.Jekyll or Mr.Hyde is going to show up.It's unsettling to hope for a hug while also preparing for a likely quarrel.Besides,unpleasant interactions are more painful in ambivalent relationships. Disappointment from someone you sometimes like is more painful than offence from people you always dislike, and betrayal from a seemingly friendly person stings far more. 32.Which of the following can be counted as a frenemy? A.Your relative who always speaks highly of you but criticizes his own kid. B.Your neighbour's kid who urges you to study hard yet wastes his own time. C.Your classmate who admires your diligence but later doubts your intelligence. D.Your friend who encourages you to focus more on homework and less on sports. 33.What can we infer about Ambivalent relationships? A.The common cause of high blood pressure is ambivalent relationship. B.Ambivalent relationships have a permanent effect on one's well-being. C.One can hardly predict how others will behave in ambivalent relationships. D.Interactions in ambivalent relationships are more painful than those in negative ones. 英语试卷第5页共8页 34.What does the underlined word"distressing"in paragraph 3 mean? A.Upsetting. B.Satisfying. C.Inspiring. D.Confusing. 35.What will the author probably discuss in the following paragraph? A.Ways to build more supportive family relationships. B.How to deal with ambivalent relationships in daily life. C.Reasons why ambivalent relationships do harm to people. D.Further experiments on measuring the harm to human bodies. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分） What is adulthood?Societies all over the world view the concept of an adult as self-supporting and self-directed,because it identifies a point in the life cycle. As Alice Black points out,today's parents'fear of letting kids do more housework has added to their inability to feel competent and,thus,confident in themselves.Psychologist Robert Turner wrote about this in his book,The Life Cycle,mentioning a stage when kids learn self-direction and mastery.36 But Turner's other cycles are just as important.37 If these life cycles are delayed,interrupted, or denied,you feel incapable of accessing your states of self,controlling unpleasant feelings,and manipulating (the energy that puts together the fabric of your inner world. Turner wisely said that "doing well"psychologically is being able to roll with the flow of emotions, manage them,communicate clearly and well with others,and master various skills.This requires an internal locus (of control,which implies self-control of your thoughts,feelings,and actions.38 You're self-directed and not reliant on the world to tell you who you are.And you know who you are within all this. So,being an adult isn't just holding a job.Being an adult is about having a rooted sense of self while being capable of identifying and managing your emotions and actions.39 We are a social species, so this is important. While raising an adult is a parent's job,it's also our responsibility as a society to ensure that we support schools that nurture (emotional and identity development.40. A.When this stage is denied it creates a sense of insecurity. B.You feel like an 18-year old,especially when playing 80s music. C.They teach emotional awareness and management as well as identity D.It's being able to show understanding when communicating with others E.In other words,you're playing the game of life-life isn't playing you. F.They talk about someone's inability to support themselves through work. G.It's also our job to support adults who need help repairing incomplete life cycles. 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，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 英语试卷第6页共8页 Many of us keep special mementos from our past that we treasure.My father,Ken,recently shared the story about a precious relic that deeply 41 his whole life. Dad grew up as a young kid on the streets of a Mexican neighborhood in East Los Angeles,Calif.,during the late 1940s and 1950s.His mom was divorced and provided the 42 support for her three children Government assistance was not available in those days,so the family could hardly 43 extra expenses. Occupied with work all day,she could not supervise him well.Ken wandered outdoors frequently and was likely to 44 trouble. In 1949,the 11-year-old boy was 45 by his mother to attend Sunday school.He agreed to go several times to please her.On his second visit,the teacher announced a prize for the first student who could 46 all 39 of the Old Testament books. Ken saw the 47 to win a reward.He made up his mind to 48 all his spare time to memorizing every name.He studied the Old Testament every day until all the names of the books were memorized,wondering what the prize might be-perhaps a baseball or a glove!When the teacher asked who could recite the list,Ken raised his hand without 49,shocked that no other student had raised their hand. He 50 recited every name in front of the whole class and waited eagerly for the prize.However, disappointment washed over him when he received only a small Bible. As decades passed,he gradually 51 the lesson hidden in this experience.He kept the worn Bible on his desk as a reminder:if you 52 in working hard,you have the potential to 53 nearly every dream. Driven by this belief,Ken achieved plenty of goals.He took up baseball as a(n)54,served as vice mayor and ran his own business.The old Bible remains among his collections,each carrying a unique story he plans to 55 to later generations.Amazingly,he can still recite those names today! 41.A.affected B.entertained C.directed D.convinced 42.A.optional B.only C.flexible D.ordinary 43.A.attain B.distribute C.afford D.acquire 44.A.get into B.give up C.put off D.take on 45.A.forced B.warned C.encouraged D.consulted 46.A.repeat B.recite C.conclude D.explore 47.A.tension B.chance C.barrier D.budget 48.A.dedicate B.adjust C.grant D.extend 49.A.passion B.patience C.hesitation D.sympathy 50.A.casually B.faultlessly C.roughly D.normally 51.A.grasp B.ignore C.doubt D.exchange 52.A.persist B.resign C.volunteer D.participate 53.A.suspect B.benefit C.accomplish D.indicate 54.A.extension B.profession C.tendency D.comfort 55.A.hand down B.carry out C.set off D.turn over 第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分) 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 In Kaizhou district,Southwest China's Chongqing,the One Yuan Theater is transforming access to the arts with its innovative model.56(launch)by the local government in June 2025,this initiative offers show tickets for just one yuan ($0.15),making art 57 (access)to all and boosting local tourism and community 58 (engage). By the end of June,the theater 59 (host)147 performances,attracting 180,000 attendees and gaining over 6 million online followers.Peak livestream audiences surpassed 600,000,according to the organizer,Hushan Investment Group. On the night of June 30,the Kaizhou Theater fascinated audiences 60 a two-hour annual gala,61 (feature)a vibrant mix of theatrical acts,traditional Chongqing-style crosstalk,Sichuan Opera,songs and dances. Now,the theater has adopted a sustainable model 62 combines commercial sponsorships,sales of 英语试卷第7页共8页 relevant cultural and creative products,and advertising rental space.Figures show6385 percent increase in visitors to the Hanfeng Lake tourism district,contributing 2.93 billion yuan ($431 million)to the area's revenue. The theater's innovative approach to public cultural services 64 (recognize)as a model of Chongqing's grassroots reform in 2025. Over 70 percent of our performers are local residents,not professional artists.Citizens from all walks of life work together to create something truly special."65 makes all their efforts worthwhile is the warm support from the participants and audience,one of the enthusiasts said. 第四部分：写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节（满分15分） 假定你校将举办环保主题英语演讲比赛，请你以Say No to Plastic Pollution为题写一篇演讲稿，呼吁同 学们减少塑料制品的使用，保护环境。内容包括： 1.塑料制品带来的环境问题；2.我们可以采取的行动；3.发出呼吁。 注意：1.词数100左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯： Say No to Plastic Pollution 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，使之构成一篇完成的短文。 I've recently become interested in mountain climbing.It's mainly due to my friend Tim,an experienced hiker. Initially,I saw hiking as pointless-exhausting muscles under the buming sun,carrying heavy loads,with no easy way back.Why endure that? Last month,Tim convinced me to join him in climbing a small hill.To my surprise,the view from the top was breathtaking.I witnessed an amazing sunset over the sea.That humble peak offered unexpected joy, awakening a desire for more-cloud seas,sunrises,and bird's-eye views.After a few more mountain climbing attempts,I declared,"I will challenge the Hero's Route!"It was a demanding 20-kilometer trail (across several high peaks,a test of"heroes." But Tim tried to cool me down."It's not easy,"he warned."It requires training,not just enthusiasm."But I believed "Nothing is impossible in front of a willing heart,"so the following weekend I set off alone without telling Tim.I decided to give him a big surprise. At the foot of the mountain,I saw some groups of climbers with walkie-talkies(无线电通话机).I laughed -real heroes journey alone.The first peak was rewarding,with cool winds and glimpses of the sea.But as I pushed onward,the trail turned wild and rugged.Steep rocks forced me to crawl on all fours.The sky darkened, threatening rain.Tiredness set in,and the other climbers had all overtaken me,leaving me completely alone.The trail seemed endless.Rain soon poured and I was wet through.The rocks became slippery,making every step a struggle.To make matters worse,my phone had no signal.Desperation mounted in me. Around 5:30 PM,there were still two peaks ahead.Exhausted and having barely progressed,I found a weak signal on my phone and hurriedly called Tim.He was shocked,but after checking my location,he calmly gave me instructions."Stop going ahead.You've just passed a side trail down to a village.It is marked with a blue ribbon (丝带).Find it and take the path一I'll meet you midway.” 注意： (1)续写词数应为150个左右： (2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 But now I hesitated.because taking the side trail meant failure. Climbing down the path to the village at night was still very challenging 英语试卷第8页共8页