山东威海市第二实验高级中学2026-2027学年高三上学期第一次月考英语试题

威海二中2026-2027学年高三第一学期阶段性检测 英语 2026.9 第Ⅰ卷 第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分) 第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. How will the man return from Paris? A. By plane. B. By car. C. By train. 2. What are the speakers talking about? A. Getting a parking lot. B. Attending a meeting. C. Visiting a neighborhood. 3. When will the man most probably leave for Munich? A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Monday. 4. What does the woman mean? A. She forgot the date. B. She made a mistake. C. She was very busy. 5. What will the man do this weekend? A. Help the elderly. B. Clean up the beach. C. Visit an animal shelter. 第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the woman? A. A traveler. B. A passenger. C. A foreign student. 7. How much does a one-hour CityCycle ride cost? A. ¥1.5. B. ¥2. C. ¥2.5. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. How did the man feel upon his arrival? A. Disappointed. B. Excited. C. Shocked. 9. What does the man say about the Tiger Hill? A. It was crowded. B. It was quiet. C. It was modern. 10. How many places did the man visit? A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. Which position did the man apply for? A. Marketing director. B. Tourist guide. C. Translator. 12. What does the man most probably want to get from his current company? A. Shorter work time. B. Higher salary. C. A promotion. 13. What is the most probable relationship between the speakers? A. Good friends. B. Manager and team member. C. Interviewer and interviewee. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. What is the man doing? A. Polishing his paper. B. Preparing for an exam. C. Testing an AI assistant. 15. Why does the woman avoid using AI for assignments? A. It is not smart enough. B. Her teacher might disapprove. C. She doesn’t know how to use it. 16. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Choose a better app. B. Just copy the solutions. C. Stay actively engaged 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What did Emma Reed receive from Switzerland yesterday? A. An invitation. B. A poem. C. A package. 18. Who helped Lucas Weber find Emma Reed? A. A reporter. B. His student. C. An exhibit organizer. 19. How old was Emma when she went to the Swiss Alps? A. Eleven. B. Fourteen. C. Seventeen. 20. What can be learned from Emma Reed’s words? A She was grateful. B. She felt very sad. C. She found it amusing. 第二部分 阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分) 第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A Here are some of the charming book towns from around the world that every book lover or collector should explore. Hay-on-Wye A quiet revolution began in 1961 when Richard Booth started to fill the empty buildings in his hometown in Wales with secondhand books to sell. Soon, people from across the United Kingdom flooded this sleepy village. As word of his success spread, more villages and towns around the world followed suit. Torup Torup, which is situated 60 kilometers north of Denmark’s capital of Copenhagen, has a population of 374 people. Here, locals put out the best and most high-quality secondhand books from donations out for sale in the 10 “shops” along the rural roads. These “shops” include a garage, a workman’s shelter and even a bookshelf at a farm entrance. All the transactions are processed on a self-help and honesty basis where customers leave their money in a jar in exchange for their purchases. St-Pierre-de-Clages Offering year-round book exhibitions and literary activities for children, the village of St-Pierre-de-Clages is home to Switzerland’s only book town. Since 1993, a book festival has been hosted every last weekend of August and has attracted visitors from all over French-speaking Switzerland and neighbors. It also offers insight into book-related professions such as illustration and old printing techniques. So, it has become a welcoming space for writers and publishing houses to meet and for various artists to display their work. Wünsdorf-Waldstadt Located about 20 kilometers south of Berlin, Wünsdorf-Waldstadt offers year-round events, including readings, book exhibitions, military vehicle shows and guided tours. This town was especially known for its three large shops that have a huge collection of ancient books on topics such as poetry, philosophy, classical literature, and many more. 1. What can we know about Richard Booth? A. He was born in Wales in 1916. B. He was a very famous book collector. C. He started the first book town in the world. D. He set up new shops to sell books in his hometown. 2. Where can visitors buy books on a self-help basis? A. In Torup. B. In St-Pierre-de-Clages. C. In Hay-on-Wye. D. In Wünsdorf-Waldstadt. 3. What do the last two book towns have in common? A. They have military vehicle shows. B. They offer various year-round activities. C. They are visited mostly by French-speakers. D. They are known for valuable ancient books. B In a village a few kilometres from the West Flanders coast, Nele Bekaert fetches one of several Brabant horses that her family owns. Weighing about a ton, the powerful horse is ideal for pulling a drag net to catch tiny, grey shrimp (虾) in the North Sea. Bekaert rides the horse to the seaside of Oostduinkerke, Belgium. Upon arrival, she puts on bright yellow waterproof overalls and ties ropes and a large net behind the horse. Two baskets are placed at the animal’s sides. Bekaert skillfully seats herself between the baskets. She leads the horse into the sea until the water reaches the top parts of its legs and they slowly move parallel to the coastline, causing a unique scene. A metal chain attached to the front of the net over the sand, creating “shockwaves” that cause shrimp to jump into the net, while water pressure pushes the catch to the back. After about 30 minutes, Bekaert and her “co-worker” return to shore. She empties the net, washes and sorts the catch, keeping shrimp and fish that are fully grown, while releasing the small-sized shrimp and baby crabs back into the sea. This helps maintain biodiversity and prevents the unintentional capture of non- target species. Bekaert is part of a team of 14 active horseback shrimp fishers, formerly known as East Dunkirk Horse Fishers. Each year in Oostduinkerke, they give 36 public demonstrations and participate in a Shrimp Festival, events funded by the government to keep the craft alive. Nowadays, the old-fashioned method has been entirely replaced by commercial development except in Oostduinkerke. That is thanks to former mayor (市长) Honoré Loones, who saved horseback shrimp fishing from extinction in 1950 by making it a tourist attraction with the first Shrimp Festival. The craft has been supported by the government ever since. The East Dunkirk Horse Fishers play a vital role in promoting the craft. Members travel for demonstrations at events across Europe. “The tradition is very important,” Bekaert notes. “I’m happy to help preserve and share it.” 4. What makes Bekaert’s shrimp fishing unusual? A. Her fishing on horseback. B. Her plastic fishing net. C. Her protective equipment. D. Her fishing off the coast. 5. Which word can best describe Bekaert’s method of sorting the catch? A. Labor-saving. B. Profit-oriented. C. Sustainable. D. Efficient. 6. Why do the shrimp fishers give so many public demonstrations? A. To work hard to survive. B. To pass down the ancient fishing skill. C. To raise funds for the government. D. To commercialize the Shrimp Festival. 7. What can we infer about horseback shrimp fishing? A. It is expected to die out soon. B. It boosts the global tourism industry. C. It faced extinction in the past. D. It has threatened commercial fishing. C A new study out of King’s College London is giving people more of a reason than ever to plan a museum date. It was conducted by the researchers from the university, who got half of the participants, including 50 volunteers, aged 18 to 40, to view pieces by world-famous artists Manet, Van Gogh, and Gauguin in The Courtauld Gallery in London. The control group, on the other hand, looked at copies of the same artworks in a non-gallery environment. All of the participants’ heart rate variability and skin temperatures were measured with sensors throughout the 20-minute art-viewing sessions, and saliva (唾液) samples were also taken before and after viewing. The researchers found that cortisol levels — a key stress hormone (荷尔蒙) in the human body — fell by an average of 22% in the gallery group, compared to just 8% in the control group. The participants viewing original art in the gallery also had more active heart activity, which shows that art attracts the body. Another key finding was that pro-inflammatory (促炎症) proteins IL-6 and TNF-alpha also dropped by 30% and 28% respectively for those viewing art in galleries, with no observable changes for the control group. “Stress hormones and inflammatory markers like IL-6 and TNF-alpha are related to many health problems, from heart disease to anxiety and depression,” explained Dr. Tony Woods, the study’s senior author. “The fact that viewing original art lowered these markers suggests that cultural experiences may play a real role in protecting both mind and body.” Other previous studies have linked regular gallery visits to long-term well-being, but this study is the first to “capture real-time physiological benefits”, which shows an immediate positive impact. “This study proves for the first time that art really is good for you. What’s particularly exciting is that the findings show these benefits are pervasive — they can be experienced by anyone,” said Jenny Waldman, the director of Art Fund. “We want to encourage everyone to make time to visit their local museum or gallery, and discover just how good art can make you feel.” 8. What does the new study focus on? A. Differences between artistic styles. B. Participants’ preferences for artists. C. Effects of art on various environments. D. Participants’ physical reactions to art. 9. What is a finding of the study about viewing original art? A. It mainly improves creative thinking. B. It changes participants’ health indicators. C. It demands a certain art appreciation level. D. It has the greatest impact on mental health. 10. What does the underlined word “pervasive” in the last paragraph mean? A. Surprising. B. Predictable. C. Universal. D. Continuous. 11. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text? A. Museum Trips Bring Immediate Benefits. B. Copying Masterpieces Lowers Stress. C. London Leads World Gallery Tours. D. Sensors Reveal Visitors’ Secrets. D When Brandon Contino and co-founder Dan Chi were developing Four Growers’ produce-harvesting robots, they practically lived in a greenhouse for an entire year. “We actually started just running everything off a laptop, and I would be there in the row coding. Chi would be making changes mechanically,” Contino, now CEO, told TechCrunch. The result was Four Growers, which builds robots designed to autonomously harvest plants in greenhouses. The robots are programmed to identify produce at the right level of ripeness — which varies depending on a farmer’s needs — by using multiple stereo cameras to see the crops and help operate the robot’s arms to avoid nonripe fruit on the vine. The tech currently works with tomatoes and will be commercially available to harvest other crops like cucumbers in the near future. Having enough labor to harvest crops is crucial because if crops can’t be harvested when they are ready, they rot and result in lost profits for the farm. The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture’s 2024 labor report said the industry is facing a “critical shortage” of workers, and it won’t get better anytime soon. Contino said they were intentional about focusing on greenhouse farms. Unlike outdoor farms, greenhouses can grow almost all year round, and are more efficient than outside farms. They also harvest on a much more frequent schedule than outdoor farms, which makes them a good candidate to buy tech. Four Growers now works with five customers, and its robots have picked millions of tomatoes. Contino said that the company is working to expand its technology beyond just harvesting and is looking to expand into outdoor farms in the coming years. “It’s not really a labor replacement. It’s more of an augmentation (增强),” Contino said. “As the labor force shrinks, and there are fewer people willing to do it, it’s putting them to more comfortable positions and allowing one person to be able to do a lot more.” 12. What are the cameras used to do in the greenhouse? A. Identify crops’ maturity. B. Take pictures for the ripe fruit. C. Monitor the surroundings. D. Distinguish tomatoes from other plants. 13. Why does the author mention the 2024 labor report in paragraph 3? A. To express concern about the farm profits. B. To stress the necessity of harvesting robots. C. To show the achievements of Four Growers. D. To call for public support for the farm industry. 14. According to Contino, what makes greenhouse farms a better target for Four Growers? A. A wider range of crops. B. Greener than outside farms. C. A greater number of consumers. D. Higher harvesting frequency. 15. What can be a suitable title for the text? A. Autonomous Tech is Coming to Farming. B. Seed for a Farm’s Future — Farm Management. C. Four Growers Robots Help Greenhouse Harvest. D. Labor Shortages and Farmer Adaptation Strategies. 第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Picture this: everyone’s gathered around the table, plates full, but half the family stares at glowing screens instead of each other’s faces. This scene plays out in countless homes across America every single night. What started as occasional phone checks has evolved into overall device dependency that follows families right to their dining table. Remember when meals meant storytelling, laughter, and actual eye contact? ____16____ Before smartphones existed, families naturally gathered around the dining table to share their day, discuss plans, and enjoy each other’s company. ____17____ Research shows that the average American family spends less than 20 minutes eating dinner together, with much of that time spent interacting with screens. The cell phone transformed from a communication tool into a dining companion. ____18____ Unlike real conversation, screens demand attention without giving anything meaningful back to the family dynamic. The physical health consequences are equally concerning. Mindless eating becomes the norm when attention splits between food and screens. People eat faster, chew less, and often consume more calories without realizing it. ____19____ Creating a phone-free zone can transform food time from a rushed obligation into genuine family time that everyone looks forward to. When screens disappear from the table, something magical happens: People start noticing each other again. ____20____ Even the food tastes better when everyone is fully engaged in what they’re eating. A. Frankly, it’s not great company. B. Those days weren’t that long ago. C. That dinner wasn’t unique, and that’s the problem. D. Dinner conversations teach children essential skills. E. Technology has slowly but surely entered our dining spaces. F. Conversations flow more naturally and laughter comes more easily. G. This habit contributes to poor digestion and unhealthy eating patterns. 第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30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。 A few years ago, a close friend of mine told me that she didn’t think of me as a creative person. That really ____21____ me, because I always felt a creative impulse (冲动) in me: through writing. I always felt the need to create something. It made me ____22____: Isn’t writing a form of creation? While writing serves as a communicative tool, it also possesses the ____23____ to create, express, and stimulate emotions. I felt connected to writing, to the ____24____ meaning behind the blank page ____25____ itself under my pen. Sure, I kept a journal and wrote in my notes app. These were the things I was most ____26____ about: to learn about a topic, ____27____ it and give it back to the world the way I digested it. My biggest form of inspiration is the outside world: it comes from talking to a friend that has a very different life from mine; from funny ____28____ with strangers on the bus; from being in nature, ____29____ plants and insects. At some point, I get stuck. The ideas just don’t come, or I ____30____ with the right perspective. When I feel this way, I ask myself: Why am I stuck? — Until I uncover the ____31____ of the problem. If I’m still blocked, I will _____32_____ physical movement — a walk or a run — to ____33____ my head. Often, the simple act of stepping away and reconnecting with myself ____34____ that creative tension. Writing is definitely a kind of creation. It combines technical craft with ____35____ imagination, allowing me to communicate complex emotions and ideas. 21. A. hurt B. matched C. suited D. awoke 22. A. discover B. reflect C. check D. realize 23. A. prospect B. measure C. capacity D. element 24. A. hidden B. obvious C. correct D. positive 25. A. fixing B. repeating C. reporting D. revealing 26. A. nervous B. thrilled C. unsure D. cautious 27. A. capture B. download C. explore D. copy 28. A. games B. agreements C. complaints D. interactions 29. A. painting B. covering C. digging D. observing 30. A. agree B. struggle C. compete D. compare 31. A. root B. cost C. sign D. evidence 32. A. figure out B. turn to C. put off D. give up 33. A. raise B. enrich C. clear D. exercise 34. A. increases B. causes C. recalls D. releases 35. A. general B. unrealistic C. personal D. similar 第Ⅱ卷 第二节 短文填空 (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。 In late September, the southwestern city of Chengdu launched a pilot program across eight public and private schools ____36____ began this fall. Each participating school has chosen two classes of no more than 45 students each, ____37____ (select) through volunteer sign-ups, as “integrated education” classes. These classes operate ____38____ (separate) and combine middle and high school curricula. The new model is part of Chengdu’s broader effort ____39____ (reform) the high school entrance system and is intended to bridge ____40____ (gap) between school stages and ease exam-related pressure. The zhongkao is one of the most important academic stages in China, ____41____ (determine) whether students advance to academic high schools ____42____ vocational（职业的）tracks. For many parents, the reform offers long-awaited relief. “The biggest appeal is being exempt（免除的） from the zhongkao,” one Chengdu parent told domestic media. She expressed both regret that her child was not chosen for the pilot program and hope for an ____43____ (expand) of the program. So far, similar “exam-free” initiatives ____44____ (launch) in a few other cities, though they are typically reserved for top-performing students. Xiong Bingqi, president of China’s 21st Century Education Research Institute, warned that many parents may view integrated classes ____45____ a way to avoid academic tracking. “However, as long as the key high school system remains, anxiety over the zhongkao won’t be eased,” he said. 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分) 66. 第一节 应用文写作 (满分15分) 46. 你校英文报“Voices of Youth”栏目正在征稿，请同学们就未来职业选择中的“兴趣(Interest)、薪资(Salary)、稳定性(Stability)”这三个因素按重要性进行排序，并阐述理由。请你写一篇短文向该栏目投稿。 注意：1. 写作词数应为80个左右； 2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Ranking Factors in Career Choice ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 67. 第二节 读后续写 (满分25分) 47. 阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 As I unzipped my lunchbox, the whole place was turned into a spicy curry (咖喱) dream. I immediately hid it under my seat, hoping no one would take notice. Mom had really outdone herself with masala — our family’s all-time favorite dish back in India. But today, it wasn’t just about me and my lunch. A warm smile on his face, Ricky invited me, a new transfer student from India to New York city, for lunch. “Ava, come sit here!” Ricky called out, gesturing towards a vacant seat. As I made my way over, memories of those awkward lunchtimes when I studied in Kansas, one of the most conservative states, flooded back. I could still recall how everyone would wrinkle their noses and stare curiously when I unpacked my Indian food. It always made me feel like an outsider, like I didn’t belong. Therefore, before my first day in this school, I had demanded my mom pack “normal” western-style food for me. I still remembered the look on her face upon hearing it, as she sighed in disappointment and confusion, “Isn’t there a moment when you feel proud of your origin?” That was hurting, but not more hurting than others’ giggles and whispers. Honestly, long queues were common in Indian restaurants in New York city, a cultural melting pot, but I wouldn’t take that risk. Unfortunately, this morning, Mom had forgotten to make sandwich or any “normal” food, so I had to bring leftovers from our dinner. At the thought of the possible oh-no-second (社死), I felt like being thrown into darkness. However, before I came back to reality, Ricky noticed my sneaking (躲躲藏藏). “What do you have for lunch?” he asked, his eyes twinkling with interest. I tried to brush it off (搪塞), claiming I wasn’t hungry. But Ricky wouldn’t let it go, and before I could protest, he had the lid of my lunchbox open and I prepared myself for such familiar responses as “Ew” or “What is that?” 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。 However, I did not get what I was expecting. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After school, I found Mom preparing sandwich for tomorrow’s lunch. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 威海二中2026-2027学年高三第一学期阶段性检测 英语 2026.9 第Ⅰ卷 第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分) 第一节 (共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分) 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。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. How will the man return from Paris? A. By plane. B. By car. C. By train. 2. What are the speakers talking about? A. Getting a parking lot. B. Attending a meeting. C. Visiting a neighborhood. 3. When will the man most probably leave for Munich? A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Monday. 4. What does the woman mean? A. She forgot the date. B. She made a mistake. C. She was very busy. 5. What will the man do this weekend? A. Help the elderly. B. Clean up the beach. C. Visit an animal shelter. 第二节 (共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What is the woman? A. A traveler. B. A passenger. C. A foreign student. 7. How much does a one-hour CityCycle ride cost? A. ¥1.5. B. ¥2. C. ¥2.5. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. How did the man feel upon his arrival? A. Disappointed. B. Excited. C. Shocked. 9. What does the man say about the Tiger Hill? A. It was crowded. B. It was quiet. C. It was modern. 10. How many places did the man visit? A. Two. B. Three. C. Four. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11. Which position did the man apply for? A. Marketing director. B. Tourist guide. C. Translator. 12. What does the man most probably want to get from his current company? A. Shorter work time. B. Higher salary. C. A promotion. 13. What is the most probable relationship between the speakers? A. Good friends. B. Manager and team member. C. Interviewer and interviewee. 听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。 14. What is the man doing? A. Polishing his paper. B. Preparing for an exam. C. Testing an AI assistant. 15. Why does the woman avoid using AI for assignments? A. It is not smart enough. B. Her teacher might disapprove. C. She doesn’t know how to use it. 16. What does the man suggest the woman do? A. Choose a better app. B. Just copy the solutions. C. Stay actively engaged 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. What did Emma Reed receive from Switzerland yesterday? A. An invitation. B. A poem. C. A package. 18. Who helped Lucas Weber find Emma Reed? A. A reporter. B. His student. C. An exhibit organizer. 19. How old was Emma when she went to the Swiss Alps? A. Eleven. B. Fourteen. C. Seventeen. 20. What can be learned from Emma Reed’s words? A She was grateful. B. She felt very sad. C. She found it amusing. 第二部分 阅读理解 (共两节，满分50分) 第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A 【1~3题答案】 【答案】1. C 2. A 3. B B 【4~7题答案】 【答案】4. A 5. C 6. B 7. C C 【8~11题答案】 【答案】8. D 9. B 10. C 11. A D 【12~15题答案】 【答案】12. A 13. B 14. D 15. C 第二节 (共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分) 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 【16~20题答案】 【答案】16. B 17. E 18. A 19. G 20. F 第三部分 语言运用 (共两节，满分30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。 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. A 22. B 23. C 24. A 25. D 26. B 27. C 28. D 29. D 30. B 31. A 32. B 33. C 34. D 35. C 第Ⅱ卷 第二节 短文填空 (共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分) 【36~45题答案】 【答案】36. that##which 37. selected 38. separately 39. to reform 40. gaps 41. determining 42. or 43. expansion 44. have been launched 45. as 第四部分 写作 (共两节，满分40分) 66. 第一节 应用文写作 (满分15分) 【46题答案】 【答案】One possible version: Ranking Factors in Career Choice When considering future career choices, I rank interest, salary and stability. Interest comes first. A job aligned with my passion motivates me to explore deeply and grow continuously. Salary ranks second, as it ensures a decent living and supports my family. However, it shouldn’t be the sole pursuit. Stability comes last. While job security matters, I believe passion and growth matter more in the long run. In conclusion, a satisfying career depends on arranging these factors in the right order. By putting interest and salary first and also taking stability into consideration, we can achieve true career happiness. 67. 第二节 读后续写 (满分25分) 【47题答案】 【答案】However, I did not get what I was expecting. Ricky took a deep breath, closed his eyes, and savored the aroma of the masala. Instead of the usual stares and whispers, there was only interest on Ricky’s face. His face lit up with a broad smile, asking, “You mum made masala for your lunch?” Before I could make a response, he added: “I could be dying of envy! You know what, last Sunday, my parents and I queued up for three hours in harsh cold in fifth Avenue for the new India restaurant.” He enjoyed every bite, nodding his head in approval. It was a welcome change from the stares and whispers I had grown accustomed to. After school, I found Mom preparing sandwich for tomorrow’s lunch. I came over and asked if I could have palak paneer in my lunchbox, which made her a bit confused. Finally, I told her about my experience with Ricky and how he had enjoyed my food. Mom’s face lit up with joy. “I’m glad he liked it,” she said. “And I’m even happier that you’re starting to feel proud of your roots again.” She paused and looked at me seriously. “Your culture, your traditions, and your food are all a part of who you are.” I nodded, feeling a sense of relief wash over me. Mom’s words had given me the courage to embrace my identity and share my culture with others. 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $