辽宁沈阳市第二十中学2026-2027学年高二上学期10月月考英语试卷

2025级高二年级月考英语学科参考答案 听力1-10 BACCB ABBCC 11-20 ABCAB BACCA 阅读A CDA 阅读B CDBA 阅读C ADAD 阅读D DBBA 七选五 G D B A C 完型41. DACBC 46. DBACA 51. DBCAC 语篇填空56. supports 57. The 58. To translate 59. Similarly 60. which 61. it 62. is designed 63. pronunciation 64. including 65. written 范文 Dear Peter, I’m glad to tell you our school is going to hold the Chinese Poetry Contest, whose aim is to arouse the foreign students’ interest in Chinese culture and popularize Chinese poetry. Therefore, I suppose it is a good opportunity for you. At first, you should hand in the application to your teacher before the deadline. Miss the deadline, and you will completely miss this competition. Besides, plenty of details should be considered, such as your self-introduction and so on. If you want to achieve a good result, you need make full preparations in advance. I hope we can have a good competition. May you succeed! Yours, Li Hua Paragraph 1: After I got the “all clear” from my orthopedist, I was going to get to work. Practices were going to start in two weeks and I was determined to get back on the court. My hunger for success made me play and work out for two hours even day before the season. Through practices, I would hit the gym and try to build up the strength that I had before the injury. Paragraph 2: My hard work proved to be very effective. I had the most successful season of my career. I made it to the finals. Although I truly wanted to win, I knew that it was a great accomplishment for me to be in that position even not in the first place. The injury was almost a good thing because I proved to myself that I am capable of achieving goals that I strive for, through hard work of course. That season was by far the most rewarding season of my career. I felt so accomplished at the end of the season. Hard work always pays off. 听力参考材料 Text 1（毕业典礼） M: Congratulations! After four years of study, you finally made it. W: Thanks. I still can’t believe this day has come. I’m glad my family could come to watch the ceremony. Text 2（志愿服务讨论） W: Have you ever had any problems while volunteering? M: Yes, sometimes it’s hard to find enough time or resources, but I still think it’s worth it. Seeing the difference we have made keeps me going. W: I agree. Even small efforts can really help others. Text 3（给女儿报名新学校） M: Hi, we just moved here about a month ago. I’d like to sign my daughter up here. She’s eight years old. W: Welcome! She’ll be in second grade then, and we’ve got great sports facilities and reading workshops. She will like it. Text 4（提醒快点去听讲座） M: Hurry up. You don’t want to be late for the science lecture. W: It’s a quarter past seven. We still have 45 minutes. M: I know, but it’s really hard to find a parking spot near the lecture hall. Text 5（刚刚加入徒步旅行俱乐部） W: I just joined the hiking club today. I’m really nervous. I mean, I’ve never been on a real hike before. M: That’s okay. Just remember safety first. I’ll show you what to bring and how to prepare for each trail. W: That makes me feel much better. Thanks a lot. Text 6（专业选择咨询） W: Thanks for meeting with me during your lunch break. I really appreciate it. M: No problem. I’m glad to help. What’s on your mind? W: Well, I’ve been thinking about my future major. Should I choose engineering or stick with literature? M: Sounds like a big decision. What makes you hesitate? W: I enjoy literature, but engineering seems to offer better career opportunities. I just can’t make up my mind. M: You’ve always been good at math and science. Maybe engineering would suit you well. Text 7（做实验时的注意事项） W: Before you start the experiment, please put on your safety glasses. M: Oh, really? I didn’t realize I needed them for this one. W: It’s important to note that they are required whenever we work with such chemicals, and this is a basic rule to prevent accidents in experiments. M: I see. I’ll get them right away. W: Also, please make sure your lab coat is fully buttoned and keep your hands away from chemicals. It may seem strict, but these rules are there for a reason. M: That makes sense. Safety should come first. Text 8（健身房情况咨询） W: Hello, welcome to Shape-It-Up Fitness. How can I help you? M: Hi. I’m thinking of joining a gym that offers personal training. Could you tell me what your membership includes? W: Sure, we have affordable membership plans for new members. We assign an expert trainer who will design a tailored exercise plan, showing exactly what to do, and we also include nutrition advice. This is all included in the membership price. We also have a pool, steam room and indoor track, but those come a little extra. M: That sounds great. What are your opening hours? W: We open at 5 am and close at midnight. M: Perfect! I’m always a morning person. Do you offer free trial sessions? W: Yes, you can try your first session for free to see if it works for you. Shall I arrange a time for you or show you around? M: I’d like to check out the workout area first. Text 9（番茄工作法） W: Welcome to Study Tips. I’m Catherine. Today we have Peter, an A-grade student, to share the Pomodoro Technique with us. Peter, welcome! M: Thank you for having me. W: Peter, I’ve heard this method is connected with tomatoes. Is that true? M: Yes, it was invented by Francesco Cirillo in the 1980s. He used a tomato-shaped kitchen timer when studying. Since Pomodoro means “tomato” in Italian, the method got its name. But the key part isn’t the timer’s shape. It’s strict rules. W: Do you mean the 25-minute rule? M: Exactly, you divide your work into focused 25-minute sessions with short breaks in between. If something interrupts you during a session, you have to stop and start that Pomodoro again from the beginning, which helps you stay fully focused. W: Has it made a difference for you? M: Sure, my focus has improved a lot, and most importantly, I now have my evenings back. I’m no longer stuck in doing homework until bedtime. W: Sounds like a useful study strategy. Any tips for students who want to try it? Text 10（乡村庭院改造改善项目） W: Good evening, this is Community Focus. Today, we’re looking at a rural community improvement project in Ningbo in eastern China. The program encourages local people to improve their home courtyards by planting flowers, repairing old houses and creating pleasant outdoor spaces. Its goal is to make the area cleaner, greener and more attractive. At first, some residents were unsure about the idea because they were used to their old way of life. But as the environment gradually improved, the changes became clear. Visitors began coming to enjoy the peaceful countryside and traditional way of life. Soon, some local families opened small homestays or cafes for tourists. In this way, the program not only made the area more beautiful, but also created new chances for families to earn extra income. Today, more residents are taking part. Many of them now realize that improving the environment while developing tourism, not only protects nature, but also supports the local economy and brings people in the community closer together. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $ 2026-2027学年度（上）沈阳市第二十中学阶段测试 高二年级英语试卷 考试时间：120分钟 分数：150分 试题说明：试卷共两部分：第一部分：选择题型（1-55题，95分） 第二部分：非选择题型（55分） 第Ⅰ卷（选择题 共95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段录音。每段录音后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段录音后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段录音播放两遍。 1. What are the speakers probably celebrating? A. A birthday. B. A graduation. C. A wedding. 2. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. Value of volunteering. B. Difference of resources. C. Ways of managing time. 3. Where does the conversation most probably take place? A. In a bookstore. B. In a gym. C. In a school office. 4. When does the lecture start? A. At 7:15. B. At 7:45. C. At 8:00. 5. How does the woman feel in the end? A. Anxious. B. Relieved. C. Proud. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段录音。每段录音后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段录音前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，每小题都将有5秒钟的作答时间。每段录音播放两遍。 听第6段录音，回答第6、7题。 6. Why does the woman come to the man? A. To ask for advice. B. To express gratitude. C. To make an appointment. 7. What does the man mean at last? A. The woman will have a good career. B. The woman should consider her strengths. C. The woman had better follow her interest. 听第7段录音，回答第8至10题。 8. What is the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Doctor and patient. B. Teacher and student. C. Employer and employee. 9. What is a basic rule according to the woman? A. Taking notes. B. Washing hands. C. Wearing safety glasses. 10. How does the man sound in the end? A. Surprised and resistant. B. Sensitive and reasonable. C. Understanding and cooperative. 听第8段录音，回答第11至13题。 11. What training does the man want to take? A. Tailored training. B. Intense training. C. Affordable training. 12. Which is included in the membership price? A. Private tutoring. B. Nutrition advice. C. Facility access. 13. What will the man probably do next? A. Try a free session. B. Sign up right away. C. Tour around the gym. 听第9段录音，回答第14至17题。 14. What is Study Tips likely to be? A. A radio program. B. A website section. C. A magazine column. 15. Where did the Pomodoro Technique get its name from? A. From its strict rules. B. From a tomato-shaped timer. C. From its inventor’s family name. 16. What should people do if a Pomodoro session is interrupted? A. Take a longer break. B. Stop and start it again. C. Ignore it and continue. 17. What is one advantage of the technique according to Peter? A. Better concentration. B. Good quality sleep. C. Better homework performance. 听第10段录音，回答第18至20题。 18. Why did Ningbo start the project? A. To promote ecotourism. B. To preserve rural traditions. C. To beautify local environment. 19. Why were some residents hesitant about the project at the beginning? A. The project might cost too much. B. The changes might harm nature. C. They were used to their old lifestyle. 20. What does the progress of the project indicate? A. It is effective and gains community support. B. Protecting nature should always come first. C. Local tradition leads to a closer community. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） A What does it mean to be British? Here, four people from various backgrounds share their personal understanding of “Britishness” — from everyday habits like queuing and tea drinking, to deeper ideas about identity, history, and belonging. Lucy Wilson, 26, events manager Britishness is about staying calm while enjoying small, shared habits. I find it interesting how relationships develop slowly. People don’t show their feelings directly; they use gentle opinions and dry humour. There is a kind of pleasant self-control that makes people careful about what they share. Friendliness can be hard to notice at first, but over time, strong connections form. I love how seriously the British take small things: making tea properly, respecting the queue, and talking about the weather as if it’s a shared responsibility. Jon Turner, 55, Impact Programme lead I don’t feel comfortable with the idea of “Britishness”. Maybe that’s because my grandparents moved here from elsewhere in Europe. Or perhaps it’s because I dislike how some people use “Britishness” to exclude others and look back to a colonial past. Jaspreet Takhi, 40, teacher My experience as a child of immigrants is part of my idea of Britishness. For me, being British means my two identities coexisting as one. I couldn’t be without one or the other. And that’s what Britishness is: being able to live my truth — whether that’s making tea with Yorkshire teabags, or teaching my English husband how to say Indian verbs while complaining about the weather. This uniqueness makes me British. Federica Stefani, 33, journalist (currently applying for British citizenship) Before I moved from Italy to the UK, “Britishness” felt like an abstract idea to me. Words that came to my mind were politeness, calmness, queuing, the empire, rainy weather, countryside, and a proper cup of tea. Now, after ten years here, I understand how complex this identity is. For me, it will probably grow around my “core” Italian and European identities, but I believe it will build up over time. 21. What is a feature of British people according to Lucy? A. Direct expression of emotions. B. Sharp comments in communication. C. Serious attention to daily habits. D. Immediate closeness in relationships. 22. How does Jon Turner feel about the idea of “Britishness”? A. Optimistic. B. Curious. C. Doubtful. D. Uncomfortable. 23. What do Jaspreet Takhi and Federica Stefani have in common? A. They have mixed cultural identities. B. They are first generation immigrants. C. They can speak the Indian language. D. They are applying for British citizenship. B Deep in the mountains of Jiangxi Province, Li Xinrong holds up a freshly collected egg for his livestream viewers. He cracks it open. The rich yellow yolk shines. “Our chickens run free in the forest,” he says. Within minutes, his eggs are sold out. The small forest eggs reflect the rapid growth of China’s forest-based economy. Li works at a farm in Guangchang County. Not long ago, the forests around here produced almost no direct financial benefits. “We used to call them ‘sleeping resources’,” says a local villager. That is changing. The county has launched a plan to turn its forests into a source of income — without destroying them. Guangchang has a forest coverage rate of over 70 percent. For years, those trees just stood there. Now, farmers grow medicinal herbs and mushrooms under the shade of the forest canopy (树冠). They raise chickens and collect camellia (山茶花) oil. The forest provides natural temperature control, clean water, and protection from harsh weather. One local company grows mushrooms on hundreds of hectares of forest land. Instead of using chemicals, it uses waste from the local lotus seed industry — dried lotus shells — as material for growing mushrooms. “Farmers used to burn or throw away these shells,” says the company manager. “Now they sell them to us.” The forest-grown mushrooms taste better and sell for four times the price of greenhouse mushrooms. The results are clear. By 2025, the county’s forest-based economy had reached over 2 billion yuan, raising the annual income of more than 10,000 farming families by over 3,000 yuan each. “Demand is so strong that we can hardly stay abreast,” as Li said, “so the local authorities plan to further expand the forest-based industry.” Now, the forest is no longer sleeping. It has come alive — and so have the Guangchang people. 24. Where does Li Xinrong sell eggs? A. In a local store. B. In a trade fair. C. On the internet. D. On the street. 25. What makes “sleeping resources” come alive? A. Rapid growth of economy. B. Environmental destruction. C. A high rate of forest coverage. D. Local government’s proposal. 26. What can we know about the forest-grown mushrooms? A. They need chemical fertilizers. B. They are of high economic value. C. They are nutritious but taste bad. D. They replace greenhouse mushrooms. 27. What does the underlined phrase “stay abreast” probably mean? A. Keep up. B. Stay positive. C. Stay in touch. D. Keep focused. C Imagine wandering through a dark forest for hours, then traveling all the way home — in a straight line. Bull ants do this every night, and scientists have long wondered how. It turns out they use a previously unknown type of Moon compass (指南针) — never seen before in the animal kingdom. To figure it out, Cody Freas, a behavioral ecologist, and his colleagues trapped bull ants the moment they left their nests. They allowed or denied the insects the chance to observe the Moon by grouping the individuals in a clear bottle or a black box. Then they brought them to an unfamiliar setting 200 meters away — an abandoned basketball court — to test in which direction they traveled home. After comparing their separate paths, the team concluded the behavior of ants that could see moonlight was consistent with what’s called a time-compensated (时间补偿的) lunar compass. Essentially, the insects observe how quickly the Moon moves to estimate the relative position of their home and update that prediction with time. The dynamic speed of the Moon’s movement complicates this strategy. It rises slowly, speeds up when it’s at the highest point in the sky, and then slows down as it sets. Ants could be terribly misled if they don’t account for that, but the researchers discovered the insects have an inborn sense that the Moon’s speed shifts, and they compensate for it. The discovery makes bull ants the first known animals to navigate (导航) using this type of compass. Navigating with the Moon presents several advantages. Unlike stars, which other insects use to navigate, the Moon is not blocked by light pollution, and it can be bright enough to break through clouds. Bull ants also have specialized eyes that allow them to see circular (环形的) patterns of polarized moonlight spreading across the sky, so they can sense the Moon’s position, even when it’s below the horizon. Freas says the study has given him a new appreciation of the Moon as a navigational aid. “The more time you spend under the Moon,” he says, “the more it seems like a much better helper than you originally think.” 28. Which aspect of the study does paragraph 2 mainly talk about? A. The process. B. The purposes. C. The background. D. The findings. 29. What helps bull ants navigate correctly according to the text? A. Their familiarity with the path to home. B. Their tolerance for the Moon’s movement. C. Their independence from time compensation. D. Their adjustment to the Moon’s speed change. 30. What can be inferred from the last but one paragraph? A. Navigating with the Moon is reliable for the bull ants. B. Bull ants’ eyes are characterized by circular patterns. C. Light pollution affects bull ants’ sense of direction. D. Bull ants can see the Moon below the horizon. 31. What does Freas think of bull ants using the Moon compass? A. It’s controversial. B. It’s challenging. C. It’s mysterious. D. It’s amazing. D New research has found that scientists studying sea level rise have been using methods that underestimate how high the water already is. One result is that hundreds of millions more people worldwide are already living dangerously close to the rising ocean than previously estimated. The study, published in Nature, shows that coastal sea levels are on average nearly a foot higher than many global maps and models suggest. The differences are especially large in Southeast Asia and parts of the Pacific. Scientists have often been working from the wrong starting point when calculating what land and populations might be affected in the future. That matters as policymakers turn to science to understand how much land and how many people may be affected as the world warms and oceans rise. The new study has identified far-reaching problems in the method that researchers often use to understand coastlines and how they might change in a warming climate. It checked 385 other papers and found that less than 1 percent had correctly assessed where sea levels are today. For decades, scientists have used a satellite-based gravitational model. However, other instruments can measure real sea level and reveal local differences from things like currents, winds and tides, which can also influence sea levels but are not included in the gravitational model. Scientists can most accurately estimate sea level when both pieces of the puzzle are combined correctly. But the study found that hasn’t been the case. Some 90 percent of the studies relied only on the gravitational method. Another 9 percent used both kinds of data but failed to combine them properly. It was about 10 years ago on the shores of the Mekong Delta in Southern Vietnam that Dr. Minderhoud, the senior author of the paper, first realized there may be a difference. He said the study shows that methods of studying sea-level rise that seemed to work relatively well for coastlines in Europe or the United States led to bigger gaps in other parts of the world. Torbjörn Törnqvist, a professor at Tulane University, who was not involved in the study, said the findings were a real “wake-up call” with wide implications. 32. Why is the research finding of great importance? A. It helps improve technologies of measuring sea levels. B. It has persuaded scientists to change research methods. C. It explains why sea levels keep rising around the world. D. It offers policymakers more reliable scientific evidence. 33. What is the big problem with the commonly used method? A. It relies on invalid data. B. It leaves out real local factors. C. It overestimates the risks. D. It ignores the effect of global warming. 34. What can be inferred from Dr. Minderhoud’s experience in Vietnam? A. Local observations are less reliable than satellite data. B. Methods used in Europe may not apply well globally. C. The Mekong Delta is the most threatened coastal area. D. Scientists need longer time to detect sea-level changes. 35. What is the best title of the text? A. Sea Levels are Higher than Assumed B. Climate Change Threatens Human Survival C. Global Warming Causes the Sea-Level Rise D. Satellite Data Improves Research Accuracy 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可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 How to Keep a Good Conversation Going Good conversations are not about showing off your knowledge. It is about connecting with others. 36 . Here are several simple ways to keep a conversation going smoothly. Listen more than you speak. Many people are busy thinking about their reply while the other person is talking. 37 . Instead, focus on truly understanding what they are saying. Good listeners can pick up small details from the speaker’s words. Ask open-ended questions. Closed questions can only be answered with “yes” or “no”. They often bring a conversation to an end. 38 . For example, instead of “Do you like travelling?”, you can ask “What’s the most unforgettable trip you’ve ever had?” 39 . When people share their stories or feelings, try to give proper feedback. You can nod or say simple words like “That sounds interesting.” Do not jump in with your own story immediately. Give them space to finish. Know when to change the topic. If you notice that the person becomes quiet or uncomfortable, it is time to move to another subject. 40 . With practice, you will become more skilled at communicating. A. Pay attention to others’ responses B. Open-ended questions need longer answers C. Never push people to talk about things they dislike D. Try not to plan your answer in advance E. It is important to praise others often F. You can share your opinions whenever you want G. It takes practice to become a good talker 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。 I had mixed experiences with public speaking when I was young. Most were good, but some were 41 . Once, while reading a poem aloud in front of the class, I felt 42 , and the moment stayed with me for years. After graduation, I became a policy advisor and was in constant 43 with various clients. The job gave me opportunities to speak, and over time I grew into a 44 speaker in my thirties. But my career path later changed. I spent a decade working part-time and, 45 , I no longer used my speaking skills as often as before. When I returned to a senior full-time role, the confidence I once had had 46 . Panic hit me out of nowhere. In one meeting, with all eyes on me, my voice became 47 , and I could barely get my 48 across. On another occasion, I 49 in front of the senior management team, sweating heavily. After that, I realized I had to take 50 . I joined a speaking club, practiced constantly, and found I spoke best when fully 51 and familiar with my topic. Techniques like careful pacing and intentional eye contact also proved 52 in helping me stay calm. Gradually, I learned to ease my 53 and carry on until my genuine confidence 54 . This experience taught me that fear of public speaking can be overcome with practice and support. Years later, I founded Fearless Public Speaking to 55 others to move from fear to confidence. 41. A. confusing B. surprising C. rewarding D. embarrassing 42. A. tongue-tied B. light-hearted C. absent-minded D. warm-hearted 43. A. conflict B. agreement C. contact D. negotiation 44. A. popular B. confident C. serious D. polite 45. A. at any rate B. in particular C. as a result D. for example 46. A. increased B. returned C. built D. disappeared 47. A. soft B. shaky C. cold D. steady 48. A. point B. concern C. spirit D. feeling 49. A. smiled B. bowed C. froze D. apologized 50. A. action B. chances C. charge D. risks 51. A. privileged B. informed C. convinced D. prepared 52. A. strange B. useful C. special D. uncertain 53. A. regret B. anger C. panic D. boredom 54. A. came back B. held up C. wore off D. broke down 55. A. persuade B. force C. guide D. remind 第II卷（非选择题 共55分） 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。 On Tuesday, Xiaomi introduced a handheld AI-based translator called the Mini AI Teacher that 56 (support) 224 regions worldwide and offers offline translation. The Mini AI Teacher with support for offline translations will be available for purchase with a starting price of 499RMB. 57 new AI-based translator can easily be carried in a pocket, and it bundles (额外提供) the content from five authoritative dictionaries. 58 (translate) the text from the real world, there is also a macro camera at the back of the device. 59 (similar), the device includes support for voice-based translations. The Chinese company also brought its smart door lock, 60 supports six unlocking methods and has a built-in fingerprint sensor. Additionally, 61 launched the Internet-based stove set, washing machine, and Line Friends-themed Brown Bear Limited Edition Mi Suitcase. Xiaomi’s Mini AI Teacher 62 (design) to offer translations using images and voice commands. It is also capable of helping non-English speakers improve 63 (pronounce) and learn new words in English just like their native language. Xiaomi has provided the content of five authoritative dictionaries, 64 (include) Oxford University and Collins Cobuild. For translating signs and notes 65 (write) by hand, the Xiaomi device installs a 5-megapixel rear camera with an autofocus, 50-millimetre macro lens. 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，你校要举办中文诗词大赛（Chinese Poetry Contest），你的英国学生Peter对中国传统文化很感兴趣，请给他写封邮件邀请他参赛，内容包括： 1．报名方式 2．比赛要求 3．期待交流 注意： 1．词数80左右 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答 Dear Peter, ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Yours, Li Hua 第二节（满分25分） 阅读下面短文，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。续写的词数应为150左右。 注意：1．写作词数应为150个左右； 2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。 Have you ever had to overcome an extreme challenge in your life? My teenage years had been insane (错乱的，疯狂的). From schoolwork to athletics, I had always been running around. Everything was so difficult. Throughout my busy teenage years I have been faced with many extreme challenges that have required extreme focus and hard work to overcome. If it hadn’t been for hard work, none of these challenges that I faced would have been conquered. Two years ago, when I was a freshman in high school, I dealt with an extremely significant injury. This took place in my tennis tournament in January. In the course of my match, I jolted (震动, 摇晃) my back to the left and soon after felt a sharp, painful shock run through my spine. I knew at that difficult moment I seriously injured my back. I was rushed off the court and my parents made an appointment with an orthopedist (矫形外科医生) for the next morning. I walked into the office extremely nervous and in excruciating (令人折磨的) pain. My tennis season for school started in three months and I absolutely needed to build up the strength. After about twenty minutes of waiting in the office, which felt like an eternity (漫长的时间), the doctor walked in to examine my X-rays. With a sorrowful face, the doctor looked into mine and my mother’s eyes and said, “There is a 50/50 chance that Lucas will be able to participate in this year’s tennis season. Lucas broke his L5 vertebrae in his lower back.” My heart dropped and I felt a sadness come over me. The doctor said that I would be sitting out of physical activity for two and a half to three months. Those three months were the longest three months of my life. I was so eager to get back to practices for the season. Every day, I would think about how it was going to be when I was fully healthy. I asked myself, “Am I going to be out of shape? Should I even play this year? I probably won’t have a successful season.” From that dreadful (糟糕的) day on, I decided that I was going to put in the work to be back in top form and have a successful season. Paragraph 1: After I got the “all clear” from my orthopedist, I was going to get to work. ____________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Paragraph 2: My hard work proved to be very effective. _____________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $