陕西咸阳市实验中学2026-2027学年高二上学期第一次质量检测英语试卷

绝密*启用前 咸阳市实验中学2026—2027学年度第一学期第一次质量检测 高二英语 注意事项： 1. 本试题共12页，满分150分，时间120分钟。 2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级和准考证号填写在答题卡上。 3. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。 如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 4. 考试结束后，监考员将答题卡按顺序收回，装袋整理；试题不回收。 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 does the man plan to do after school? A. Watch a basketball game. B. Do exercise in the gym. C. Help organize an event. 2. How much will the man pay? A. £70. B. £80. C. £100. 3. What did the woman do on the weekend? A. She learned to cook. B. She held a get-together. C. She celebrated her birthday. 4. Where are the speakers? A. In a car. B. At home. C. On a plane. 5. What is the man’s opinion on his presentation? A. Inspiring. B. Successful. C. Incomplete. 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. What are the speakers doing? A. Painting the scenery. B. Exploring a city. C. Going for a hike. 7. What did the woman suggest doing before they started? A. Bringing a map. B. Delaying their plan. C. Checking the weather. 听第7段录音，回答第8、9题。 8. What did the woman do yesterday? A. She went to the hospital. B. She selected some actors. C. She mistook a stranger for an actor. 9. How did the woman feel in the end? A. Amused. B. Surprised. C. Annoyed. 听第8段录音，回答第10至12题。 10. Which department does Edward work in now? A. Human Resources. B. Accounting. C. Marketing. 11. What will Edward do on Friday? A. Attend a party. B. Go to the branch office. C. Work in a new department. 12. What will the man do next? A. Write an email. B. Talk with Edward. C. Organize a meeting. 听第9段录音，回答第13至16题。 13. Why did Mark find the first month difficult? A. He slept badly at night. B. He couldn’t afford groceries. C. He struggled with the language. 14. What changed Mark’s situation? A. Taking extra courses. B. Joining a walking club. C. Watching German films. 15. What surprised Mark in German? A. Strict classroom rules. B. Early shop closing times. C. Expensive public transport. 16. What does Mark think of the program at last? A. Worthwhile. B. Disappointing. C. Average. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. What is David mainly talking about? A. A school lunch program. B. A government charity plan. C. A community service project. 18. How did Lunch Buddies begin? A. From a government proposal. B. From a teacher’s personal action. C. From a university research project. 19. What does Tom do for the boy? A. Tutor him in reading. B. Cook meals for him. C. Give free books to him. 20. What is the purpose of David’s talk? A. To train new cooks. B. To ask for donations. C. To look for volunteers. 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 In celebration of World Reading Day 2026, City Central Library invites the public to submit creative activity proposals for its April events. Proposal Requirements The call is open to all city residents, regardless of age or background. Submissions may be made individually or by a group of up to 3 people. Each individual or group may submit only ONE proposal. All submissions must be the applicant’s original work and suitable for a library setting. The entire proposal should be a maximum of 250 words and must include: ·Activity title: a creative and appealing name for your proposed activity ·Activity description (maximum 100 words): a clear explanation of how the activity promotes reading and engages participants ·Target audience: a specification of whether the activity is designed for children (5-12), teens (13-18), adults, or mixed age groups ·Estimated duration: an indication of how long the activity will take (e.g., one hour, half a day, or one week) ·Space needed: a description of any specific library space needed (e.g., the reading room, children’s area, or outdoor space) Submission Proposals must be submitted online by 5:30 PM on March 23, 2026, via the library’s official website. Selection Proposals will be judged by a panel of 3 librarians and 2 literature teachers based on the following criteria: Criterion Weight Creativity 30% Practicability 45% Community impact 25% Awards ·Best Creative Ideas(5 winners): $50 book vouchers+ one-year library membership ·Honorable Mention(10 winners): one-year library membership 1. How can a group of 6 people participate in this contest? A. They may form two groups. B. They must find one more person. C. They can submit as one group. D. They have to submit individually. 2. What should be included in the proposal? A. A 350-word activity description. B. Estimated audience number. C. The library area required. D. A list of books needed. 3. What should applicants focus on most when preparing their proposal? A. Is it completely new? B. Is it practical to carry out? C. Does it appeal to children? D. Does it have a creative title? B George Shull was born in 1874 on a farm in Clark County, Ohio, and his knowledge of plants and hybrids came at an early age. Being needed on the farm, Shull received his early formal education off and on. However, it was added by intense home study so that by 1892, he had taught in a public school, and later attended Antioch College. In 1901, he graduated from Antioch and went to the University of Chicago to do graduate work. With his knowledge of botany and experience with farming practices, Shull passed the civil service exam, and took up a position as a botanical assistant at the U.S. National Herbarium. He also worked at the U.S. Bureau of Plant Industry as a botanical expert examining as well as evaluating the plants and animals of the Chesapeake Bay and the Currituck Sound. The data he collected during this time was to comprise his Ph.D. paper. And in 1904 he was appointed to be in charge of plant work at the Station for Experimental Evolution. He began working on corn in 1905. Following Gregor Mendel’s example, Shull obtained pure lines of corn through self-pollination (自花授粉). The pure lines were less healthy and productive, but when he crossed the pure lines, apparently the hybrid yields were better than any of the parents or those pollinated in the open fields. As a consequence, he immediately recognized the potential for using this strategy and device to improve crop yields. In 1915, Shull accepted a professorship at Princeton University. With his encouragement, Princeton University Press began the publication of a new journal, Genetics. Shull was the managing editor for ten years. Genetics is still one of the top international science journals. Shull retired in 1942. He and his wife spent most of their later years with their children and grandchildren. 4. What’s Paragraph 2 mainly about? A. George Shull’s contributions. B. George Shull’s research. C. George Shull’s work experience. D. George Shull’s education. 5. What can we infer about George Shull from the text? A. His farm experience laid a solid foundation for his later research. B. He completed his college education mainly by self-study at home. C. He took the civil service exam to get his position at Antioch College. D. His Ph.D. paper mainly studied plants and animals on his farm. 6. What was so special about Shull’s method of corn breeding? A. It completely relied on self-pollination. B. It was first published in Genetics. C. It was widely accepted in Ohio. D. It focused on crossing pure lines. 7. How does the author mainly develop the text? A. By giving examples. B. By following time order. C. By making comparisons. D. By presenting a scientific study. C When Alexander Fleming returned to his lab in 1928, he found a bacterial culture he had grown was infected by fungus (霉菌). The fungus killed any bacteria colony it touched. Rather than simply starting over, Fleming switched his focus to the fungus. He identified the bacteria-killing substance, which he called “penicillin”, and created the new field of antibiotic drugs. That’s how most people see innovation: a flash of brilliance and a “eureka moment” when a new world is born in an instant. The truth, however, is not that simple. It wasn’t until 1943 that penicillin came into widespread use. To put Fleming’s discovery in context, consider Ignaz Semmelweis, who pioneered hand washing in maternity wards, significantly reducing childbed fever but receiving criticism instead of fame. That was because in the 1850s, his ideas conflicted with the popular theory, which suggested that disease resulted from “bad air”. After his death in 1865, the germ theory was finally accepted, paving the way for Fleming’s later work. Fleming was a gifted biologist but a poor communicator. When he published his results in 1929, few took notice. In 1935, Howard Florey and Ernst Chain discovered Fleming’s paper, understood its importance, and developed methods to produce penicillin in quantity. By 1943, with World War II going on fiercely, the War Production Board asked 21 companies to mass-produce penicillin, saving countless lives and ushering in the new age of antibiotics. Fleming, Florey and Chain received the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1945. Penicillin’s success owes much to the government support. For many other groundbreaking innovations like the Internet and GPS, their innovators, while carving their own path, are often uncertain of where the opportunity lies until they team up with other informed officials and big firms that might have the resources to turn their ideas into reality quickly. So, look at any significant innovation and the myth of the lone genius, and the “eureka moment” breaks down. 8. What are the first two paragraphs mainly about? A. A definition of a traditional concept. B. A description of a lab story. C. A correction of a common misunderstanding. D. An analysis of a scientific phenomenon. 9. What message is conveyed in paragraph 3? A. Great minds think alike. B. The early bird catches the worm. C. A stroke of luck paves the way for success. D. Early work contributes to later breakthroughs. 10. What does the underlined part “ushering in” in paragraph 4 mean? A. Predicting. B. Starting. C. Delaying. D. Transforming. 11. What can we learn about penicillin from the last two paragraphs? A. Government support played an important role in its success. B. Fleming produced large amounts of penicillin in 1929. C. Florey and Chain doubted the value of Fleming’s paper at first. D. It was used widely before World War II broke out. D A quiet revolution (变革) is unfolding around us. Artificial intelligence (AI), once a science fantasy, is now reshaping our daily lives. From voice assistants and movie recommendations to medical diagnosis and self-driving vehicles, AI is everywhere. It represents a new age of thinking machines that learn, adapt, and make decisions. The heart of modern AI is machine learning, which allows computers to learn from data rather than follow fixed instructions. Using neural networks inspired by the human brain, AI systems recognize patterns and improve over time. This technology enables impressive achievements such as language translation, image recognition, and even creative tasks like composing music or generating art. AI integrates smoothly into everyday life. It powers Internet search engines, social media recommendations, GPS services, and smart home devices. In healthcare, it assists in analyzing medical images, predicting diseases, and developing personalized treatments. AI also helps find cheating in finance, upgrade delivery, and improve agricultural productivity through smart farming techniques. However, its growing influence brings both opportunities and challenges. In the workplace, AI performs repetitive tasks on its own but also creates new roles in technology and data analytics. It raises important concerns such as data privacy and the risk of misuse in monitoring systems. Ensuring that AI is fair, accountable and matches human values remains a critical task for researchers and policymakers. Looking ahead, AI holds great promise for solving complex problems in science, climate research, and education. It could speed up medical discoveries, help address environmental issues, and provide personalized learning experiences for students. However, its development must be guided by responsibility and global cooperation to ensure all of humanity can benefit. In conclusion, AI is not just a technological advancement — it is reshaping how we live, work, and understand the world. With careful management, it can become a valuable partner that boosts human capability and helps build a fairer and promising future for everyone. 12. How is the third paragraph developed? A. By giving examples. B. By providing data. C. By quoting an expert. D. By defining a concept. 13. What effect does AI have in the workplace according to the text? A. It reduces new positions. B. It increases work difficulty. C. It takes over repetitive tasks. D. It replaces data analysts. 14. What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs? A. AI will quickly solve environmental problems. B. AI will cure most diseases with medical research. C. Personalized learning reduces classroom interaction. D. The proper development of AI requires united efforts. 15. What is the text mainly about? A. Why AI needs human values. B. The daily applications of AI. C. How AI is changing our world. D. The challenges of governing AI. 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。 Wearable technology is growing rapidly. Businesses are increasingly investing in this technology due to the simple reason that it has been very well-received by the audience. But why? What benefits do millions of users of this technology receive from it? Ease of Use Wearable technology has become more advanced since its introduction. ____16____ They are easy to set up and connect with smartphones. Additionally, they can be worn anywhere and are available in various forms such as watches, glasses, and headsets. Contributes to Healthcare ____17____ It allows individuals, regardless of age, to track their vitals as well as creates a more connected health experience for both healthcare seekers and givers. These devices monitor everything from heart rate, blood pressure, and daily physical activity to stress and sleep levels. ____18____ Improves Productivity ____19____ The voice command technology allows users to set reminders and make to-do lists or checklists, all hands-free. This helps them multitask with efficiency. Additionally, with smartwatches, a user can track his / her physical activity and make the necessary changes to improve productivity. Supports Safe Working Practices Wearable technology is used to watch for signs of tiredness in workers and tell them when they need a break. ____20____ Additionally, wearable technology is used to build protective or safety equipment. Such equipment has built-in safety features like GPS tracking, which enable a quick response in case of emergencies, threats, and risks. A. This could prove to be life-saving data for many users. B. The devices built and offered today are much easier to use. C. These devices also help to identify human sleeping patterns. D. This helps to avoid any accidents caused due to human error. E. Wearable technology helps users to be at the top of their games. F. Wearable technology is massively supporting the healthcare sector. G. The smartwatch powered by wearable technology has become a necessity. 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。 Evelyn Donohue is a 65-year-old grandma. She only started to ___21___ seven years ago after having a ___22___ call. She’d been struggling with eating disorders and health issues, which ___23___ led her to getting surgery. After that experience, she knew that she needed to make a ___24___. Determined to turn her life around, Ms Donohue began to work out and follow a ___25___ lifestyle, before discovering a ___26___ for weightlifting. Since setting out on the journey, the ___27___ lover has not only managed to ___28___ an impressive set of muscles but also a huge following on social media. The well-liked grandma regularly posts workout content, explaining there’s no ___29___ others can’t look this good. She said it was all down to some key aspects. “Hold on: Consider failure as a ___30___ to success and never give up. Stick to your plan,” she said. “___31___ others: Lift others up on your journey. Success is sweeter when ___32___.” She previously explained that “you do not need to have an amazing body to exercise... the ___33___ is to feel good, not look good.” Ms Donohue used to be laughed at for being too old to work out, but she has proved the ___34___ wrong in the best possible way and has indeed become an ___35___ for many social media users. 21. A. write B. travel C. exercise D. recover 22. A. goodwill B. timeout C. long-distance D. wake-up 23. A. normally B. ultimately C. suddenly D. automatically 24. A. change B. fortune C. wish D. deal 25. A. risky B. traditional C. comfortable D. healthy 26. A. demand B. secret C. passion D. cure 27. A. peace B. fitness C. fun D. nature 28. A. grow B. control C. activate D. relax 29. A. need B. choice C. reason D. difference 30. A. green light B. road block C. passing mark D. stepping stone 31. A. Help B. Consult C. Follow D. Forgive 32. A. accepted B. shared C. expected D. celebrated 33. A. goal B. case C. duty D. cost 34. A. instructors B. admirers C. beginners D. doubters 35. A. authority B. excuse C. inspiration D. option 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。 The Long March, ____36____ incredible and remarkable achievement in modern Chinese history, left a diverse collection of relics and cultural resources. Now more than 80 years on, the Long March still manages to influence and inspire people ____37____ its message of perseverance, unity, and commitment. The Long March also created a heritage corridor that stretches from eastern to northwestern China, ____38____ (show) the diverse geography, culture, and ethnic groups of the regions. In order to promote the spirit of the ____39____ (revolution) martyrs (革命先烈) and protect the relics and cultural resources ____40____ (associate) with this historic event, in January 2017, China put forward a proposal to create the Long March National Cultural Park, ____41____ would pass through 15 areas (including twelve provinces, two autonomous regions and a municipality), including Jiangxi, Guizhou, and Gansu provinces. Located in eastern China’s Jiangxi province, Ruijin is one of the most significant ____42____ (site) of the park and also a starting point of the Long March. The Provisional Central Government of the Chinese Soviet Republic ____43____ (establish) there in 1931. In order to appeal to more tourists, Ruijin is ____44____ (constant) improving its tourism offerings, including the application of new technologies such as AR and VR to enhance the overall visitor experience. During the 2020 National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, around 400,000 tourists visited Ruijin ____45____ (explore) its red tourism scenic spots, accounting for up to 80 percent of the city’s total tourism volume during that period. 第四部分 写作 (共两节；满分40分) 第一节 (满分15分) 46. 你校将举办英语演讲比赛，请你以“The Person I Admire Most”为题写一篇发言稿参赛，内容包括：1. 人物简介；2. 你敬佩的原因；3. 你的评价或对你的影响。 注意：写作词数应为80个左右。 ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 第二节 (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。 “Today’s test scores will decide who has topped the class, so be ready,” Miss Natasha announced to the class. Miss Natasha collected everyone’s test papers, and then cleared her throat to announce the results as she distributed the test papers among the students. Everyone was nervous about what their scores might be. Ali and Bob had been competitors since Grade One and each year it was always one of the two that came first in the class. This year, there was still tough competition between them both, and they eagerly awaited the results. “Peter, 18,” announced Miss Natasha as she handed him his paper. “Eric, 16, Ali, 20, Bob, 19…and lastly Alia, 15.” Once Miss Natasha had distributed all of the test papers in class, everyone soon realized that Ali had beaten Bob by one mark and topped the class. Everyone congratulated Ali and he was happy. As Ali was about to put his paper in his bag, he noticed that by mistake Miss Natasha had given him two marks for an incorrect answer. He was shocked. He rechecked his answers and realized that all his answers were correct except for that one. However, if he informed Miss Natasha about it, he would lose not only two marks but also his first position. After considering the situation, he decided to keep quiet and went home. However, he kept thinking about it all evening. Should he or shouldn’t he tell Miss Natasha about it? He thought that it had already been done, and no one would notice if he didn’t tell anyone, but then another thought crossed his mind. If he didn’t tell the teacher about it and stayed top of the class, he would have taken a title that should have belonged to Bob. This situation put Ali in a hard position. His parents always taught him to do the right thing, but doing the right thing here meant he would no longer be top of the class. He remembered how everyone had cheered for him and congratulated him in class. Para.1: He knew that by informing the teacher about it, he would lose it all. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Para.2: “My son, you are a brave and honest boy so just do what you think is right,” his mother continued. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 绝密*启用前 咸阳市实验中学2026—2027学年度第一学期第一次质量检测 高二英语 注意事项： 1. 本试题共12页，满分150分，时间120分钟。 2. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、班级和准考证号填写在答题卡上。 3. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。 如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。 4. 考试结束后，监考员将答题卡按顺序收回，装袋整理；试题不回收。 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 does the man plan to do after school? A. Watch a basketball game. B. Do exercise in the gym. C. Help organize an event. 2. How much will the man pay? A. £70. B. £80. C. £100. 3. What did the woman do on the weekend? A. She learned to cook. B. She held a get-together. C. She celebrated her birthday. 4. Where are the speakers? A. In a car. B. At home. C. On a plane. 5. What is the man’s opinion on his presentation? A. Inspiring. B. Successful. C. Incomplete. 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. What are the speakers doing? A. Painting the scenery. B. Exploring a city. C. Going for a hike. 7. What did the woman suggest doing before they started? A. Bringing a map. B. Delaying their plan. C. Checking the weather. 听第7段录音，回答第8、9题。 8. What did the woman do yesterday? A. She went to the hospital. B. She selected some actors. C. She mistook a stranger for an actor. 9. How did the woman feel in the end? A. Amused. B. Surprised. C. Annoyed. 听第8段录音，回答第10至12题。 10. Which department does Edward work in now? A. Human Resources. B. Accounting. C. Marketing. 11. What will Edward do on Friday? A. Attend a party. B. Go to the branch office. C. Work in a new department. 12. What will the man do next? A. Write an email. B. Talk with Edward. C. Organize a meeting. 听第9段录音，回答第13至16题。 13. Why did Mark find the first month difficult? A. He slept badly at night. B. He couldn’t afford groceries. C. He struggled with the language. 14. What changed Mark’s situation? A. Taking extra courses. B. Joining a walking club. C. Watching German films. 15. What surprised Mark in German? A. Strict classroom rules. B. Early shop closing times. C. Expensive public transport. 16. What does Mark think of the program at last? A. Worthwhile. B. Disappointing. C. Average. 听第10段录音，回答第17至20题。 17. What is David mainly talking about? A. A school lunch program. B. A government charity plan. C. A community service project. 18. How did Lunch Buddies begin? A. From a government proposal. B. From a teacher’s personal action. C. From a university research project. 19. What does Tom do for the boy? A. Tutor him in reading. B. Cook meals for him. C. Give free books to him. 20. What is the purpose of David’s talk? A. To train new cooks. B. To ask for donations. C. To look for volunteers. 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. A 2. C 3. B B 【4~7题答案】 【答案】4. C 5. A 6. D 7. B C 【8~11题答案】 【答案】8. C 9. D 10. B 11. A D 【12~15题答案】 【答案】12. A 13. C 14. D 15. C 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。 【16~20题答案】 【答案】16. B 17. F 18. A 19. E 20. D 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。 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. C 22. D 23. B 24. A 25. D 26. C 27. B 28. A 29. C 30. D 31. A 32. B 33. A 34. D 35. C 第二节 (共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分) 【36~45题答案】 【答案】36. an 37. with 38. showing 39. revolutionary 40. associated 41. which 42. ‌sites 43. was established 44. constantly 45. to explore 第四部分 写作 (共两节；满分40分) 第一节 (满分15分) 【46题答案】 【答案】Dear fellow students, There are many respectable people around us. The person that I admire most is my English teacher, Miss Li, who has been teaching us for three years. I admire her for several reasons. First, she is very knowledgeable, and what she teaches is always interesting. Second, she is extremely patient. Whenever we have questions, she will explain them again and again until we fully grasp the knowledge. Her influence on me is profound. She has made me realize that learning is a continuous process and that we should never be afraid of difficulties. Thank you! 第二节 (满分25分) 【47题答案】 【答案】 He knew that by informing the teacher about it, he would lose it all. As he fought with his thoughts, his mum asked him, “What’s the matter?” “Mum, what if doing the right thing would mean you would lose something?” he asked in reply. “Son, if it is the right thing to do, then I am sure you will be rewarded for it. A wrong thing may seem attractive at first, but if it is wrong, it will hurt us someday,” his mum said. “My son, you are a brave and honest boy so just do what you think is right,” his mother continued. After hearing his mother’s words, he finally made up his mind. The next day in class, Miss Natasha announced, “Today Ali has done what only a few of us would have the courage to do. He came to me and told me that I had mistakenly given him two marks and he was right about it, so the first position goes to Bob, not Ali.” Everyone, even Bob, was surprised by this development. After the class, Bob asked Ali, “Why did you do that?” Ali simply replied, “Because it was the right thing to do.” 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $