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英语参考答案
听力理解：1-5 BABCB 6-10 AABAC 11-15 BCBCC 16-20 ABAAC
阅读理解：21-23 BBA 24-27 ADBA 28-31 CDCD 32-35 CDAB 七选五 ADCEG
完形填空：41-45 BCDAD 46-50 ACBDA 51-55 BBCAC
语法填空：56. what 57. a 58.measuring 59. as 60. have risen
61. or 62.striking 63.changeable 64. To meet 65. satisfaction
应用文：
One possible version:
Dear Jenny,
I’m writing to share with you a memorable incident that happened last week.
In the International Cultural Exchange Program, I was in charge of hosting a British student named Tom on behalf of our school. While having dinner in the canteen, I prepared some Chinese specialty dishes, like braised pork and roast duck. To show my hospitality, I kept piling food onto his plate, hoping he would like it. He hesitated for a long time before taking it awkwardly. Later, I learned that Westerners would rather help themselves than be served like this.
It was not until then that I realized cultural differences really matter in communication. We had better learn more about others’ customs to avoid such misunderstandings.
Have you ever had such interesting stories Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写：
One possible version:
But then, I closed my eyes and pictured my dad’s face. The one he got when he’d taught me to ride a bike and I’d fallen and wanted to quit, or when I’d lied about breaking his favorite cup as a kid. He’d always told me, “Integrity isn’t about doing the right thing when someone’s watching — it’s about doing it when no one is.” I thought about how proud he’d been when I got my license, how he patted me on the shoulder and said, “Drive like you respect yourself and everyone else on the road.” Taking a deep breath, I calmed myself down and resolved to do the right thing. I needed to leave a note with my contact information so that the car owner could reach me.
I found a piece of paper and a pen in the car glove box. With my fingers still trembling, I scribbled down my name, phone number, and a sincere apology, and then tucked the note under the Mercedes’s windscreen wiper. Watching the paper fluttering in the gentle breeze, I breathed a sigh of relief. The sun was still shining, but the overwhelming nervousness was gone — replaced instead with a quiet, steady pride. I climbed back into the Ford, fired up the engine, and headed home ready to tell my dad everything, steeling myself to face the consequences of my mistake. After all, honesty is always the best policy.
听力原稿
Text 1
W: Were you woken up by the dog barking last night
M: Yeah, I heard the Wilson’s house was broken into.
W: Oh no, I should have called the police.
Text 2
M: Let’s go to the movie after the dinner at the Rose Hotel. It’s all my treat.
W: Wow, that’s great. I am wondering whether to watch Ted shows at home or go out for a walk along the beach tonight.
Text 3
W: The film we saw in August performed poorly at the box office. It couldn’t even cover the investors’ costs.
M: Oh, I’m not surprised. Even the all-star cast couldn’t rescue the weak plot.
Text 4
M: I wonder why Rene didn’t come to hear Jackson speak.
W: In fact, he slipped in at the last minute and sat in the back of the room.
Text 5
W: I just bought this book and the sales. I paid only eighteen dollars for it, six dollars off its original price.
M: It’s really a bargain, but Tony bought the same book for just half the original price at another bookstore.
Text 6
W: Oh, Jeremy, there you are. Have you had a chance to check out the problem I mentioned yesterday I think there’s an issue with the heater in the conference room.
M: Ah, not yet. I’ve been setting up the new work spaces for the part-time workers we recently hired.
W: I’m planning to host our visiting clients in that room this afternoon, so I’ll change the location if it’s still cold in there.
M: OK, I’ll get to the conference room as soon as I finish.
W: Great. And let me know if it can’t be fixed by noon.
Text 7
W: Hello, this is Cherry.
M: Hello Cherry. This is Beckham. I’ve some good news for you. Maria was very satisfied with you and said she’s looking forward to working with you. Isn’t that great Congratulations dear. How does it feel to be Maria’s new agent I imagined you were just delighted with this news. Let’s see you can start on Monday, right
W: Well, would you mind my starting on Wednesday I’m visiting my father in Miami and because I don’t live in Los Angeles, I’ll need a couple of days to find a flat and get some furniture and move from Salt Lake City.
M: Oh well then. In that case I suppose Thursday would be good. Okay, see you then.
Text 8
W: Hey, David, I just dropped off my car to get my winter tires put on at George’s garage and I didn’t see your car there. Didn’t you say that you were going to take your car in to get your oil changed this morning
M: Oh, I didn’t take my car there. I ended up taking it to another place.
W: Really, why did you do that I thought you said you were happy with the work they did to your car the last time you took it in.
M: I know, but I found a place near my apartment. More importantly, it cost me less. Plus, Peter used to take care of my car at George’s garage, but he doesn’t work there anymore. He started his own shop downtown somewhere.
Text 9
W: Can I help you
M: Yes, I want to find a place to stay for a few days.
W: Well, there are some good hotels. Carlton house is near the main square in the city centre. But you might also be interested in the Royal Oak. It’s in the countryside, about ten kilometers away and very peaceful. Then there is the Bridge Hotel. It’s in town, but not in the center. It is out on the airport road.
M: Hmm, that might be a bit far, actually. Okay, now the one you mentioned in the city centre, can you tell me a bit about it
W: Well, it is quite unusual. It used to be a large private house. It was bought by the Venice Chain and they completely redecorated it. That’s a five-star hotel.
M: Does it have a swimming pool
W: No, the Royal Oak has an outdoor pool, which is lovely in summer. But the only hotel with an indoor pool is the Bridge Hotel.
M: I see. Well, I think I’ll probably go for the city centre.
Text 10
M: Honestly, I can’t believe my dream has come true. As a young man, I have always been imagining moving to Los Angeles one day and putting my whole heart into music. Of course, at the time this seemed like a very distant hope, but thanks to my fans, supporters and wife, I’m here today. First, I released three twelve song records, which slowly gained attention around my home town in northern England and some nearby regions like Scotland and Ireland. And now my latest project, which was just a single song, caught the world’s attention. For that, I’d say it only happened because I refused to give up. Through the ups and downs in my career, I did it all for the love of music, so being recognized for this award means a lot to me. To all the young musicians out there, you can do it too. Plus, to all the fans and anyone enjoying my music, I’ve done this for you. This award is for all of us. May many more great things come in the future. Now put your hands together for our host Bob Ackerman with the next award.高三上学期12月月考
英语试卷
时间：120分钟；满分：150分
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案誊写到答题卷上。
第一节　(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，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. Who is the woman probably speaking to
A. A policeman. B. A neighbor. C. A dog owner.
2. What will the two speakers do tonight
A. To see a film after dinner.
B. To watch TED shows at home.
C. To have a walk along the beach.
3. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. An actor. B. A film. C. An investment.
4. What does the woman mean
A. Rene slipped and fell.
B. Rene went to a wrong room.
C. Rene made it to Jackson’s speech.
5. How much did Tony pay for the book
A. $6. B. $12. C. $18.
第二节　(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6，7题。
6. When does the conversation happen
A. In the morning. B. At noon. C. In the afternoon.
7. Why isn’t Jeremy in the conference room now
A. He is working on another task.
B. He has checked the heater before.
C. He needs to hire part-time workers.
听第7段材料，回答8至10题。
8. Why does the man call the woman
A. To plan a meeting with her.
B. To tell her about her new job.
C. To make their travel arrangements.
9. Where is the woman now
A. In Miami. B. In Los Angeles. C. In Salt Lake City.
10. Who needs a new flat
A. Beckham. B. Maria. C. Cherry.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11. Why did the woman drop by George’s Garage
A. To get an oil change. B. To get the tires changed. C. To have her car checked.
12. Why did the man stop going to George’s Garage
A. He was dissatisfied with its service.
B. He heard the garage had closed down.
C. He found a cheaper place near his home.
13 What happened to Peter
A. He was laid off.
B. He set up his own business.
C. He got promoted downtown.
听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。
14. Where is the Royal Oak
A. Near the main square. B. On the airport road. C. In the countryside.
15. What is special about the Bridge Hotel
A. It is quite lovely in summer.
B. It used to be a private house.
C. It has an indoor swimming pool.
16. Which hotel will the man choose
A. Carlton House. B. The Royal Oak. C. The Bridge Hotel.
17. How does the woman sound
A. Grateful. B. Patient. C. Curious.
听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。
18. What is the speaker mainly talking about
A. His feeling after receiving an award.
B. His passion for different music types.
C. His experience about travelling around.
19. What did the speaker most recently release to the public
A. A single song. B. A three-song record. C. A twelve-song collection.
20. Who will speak next
A. A young musician. B. The speaker’s wife. C. The host of the ceremony.
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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Volunteering abroad
Volunteering abroad is a selfless act of serving communities overseas. Every year hundreds of thousands of people volunteer across the globe. Here we have listed some of the top countries whose people are participating in volunteering abroad activities.
If you’ve resolved to travel and make a difference this year, there’s no shortage of amazing volunteer abroad programs awaiting you.
GoEco: If you want to work with animals, GoEco’s Marine and Turtle Conservation program in the Maldives, Wildlife Animal Reserve in Australia, or Amazon Wildlife Reserve in Peru is worth a visit! Projects Abroad: If you’re a doctor, nurse, dentist, or other healthcare professional, you will find a ton of medical volunteer opportunities with Projects Abroad.
Volunteer abroad programs
International TEFL Academy: If you’re interested in teaching English abroad, join the International TEFL Academy (ITA). Through ITA, you can get paid to live abroad as a professional English teacher in a country like Spain, Thailand, or Costa Rica. Maximo Nivel: Dive into the rich traditions of indigenous(土著的) communities through Maximo Nivel’s volunteer programs in Guatemala and Peru. Live and work alongside Mayan and Andean families, engaging in daily activities such as agriculture and traditional weaving.
For those who still haven’t experienced the joy and satisfaction of volunteering abroad, it’s never too late to start! You can always make up your mind and be a part of it.
21. How much higher is the USA’s volunteering abroad rate than Australia’s
A. 3%. B. 4%. C. 38%. D. 42%.
22. Which program best suits a qualified physician
A. GoEco. B. Projects Abroad.
C. International TEFL Academy. D. Maximo Nivel.
23. What can the volunteers of Maximo Nivel gain
A. Deep cultural engagement. B. Modern weaving techniques.
C. Overseas teaching experience. D. Chances for a health check-up.
B
People casually describe themselves as people-pleasers as they might describe their hair color or music preference. However, people-pleasing can be a very real mental health problem, often associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) (强迫症). Approval-seeking behavior is self-injuring by nature. To satisfy this obsession, we must be inauthentic and reduced versions of ourselves, overly vigilant of the preferences of others.
Essentially, the main cause is avoidance of causing distress in others. Few things make me shake more than a conflict. I see this behavior as a response to my childhood, which was filled with intense fear. My single parent had weekly moments of being angry and abusive. I learned early on that my safety depended on my mother’s view of me. So I began to predict what my mother wanted me to do and say. By the time I was in middle school, over-apologizing and shifting my personality to please others became firmly established in my social behavior.
For most adult people-pleasers, including me, it feels natural to cling on to (依赖) the comfort of agreeability. Even with my own children, I give up my own authority. I recently noticed that my voice takes on an awkward tone whenever I say “no”. I challenge and displease my clients, but only because it is demanded for effective progress.
People-pleasing is clearly holding me back; but what’s the reason for my unwillingness to let go I am starting to realize that I am shying away from the unpredictability of how others will react. When I am universally likeable, I rarely have to go outside my comfort zone in interpersonal relationships. Authentic interactivity with others requires taking a risk. Displeased people are stressful.
So the key seems to be exposure. The more interactions I experience where I am not pleasing others, the more comfort I gain with this dynamic. As I practice saying “no,” my voice will naturally deepen. Confidence will come with repetition. Yes, people’s negative reactions are uncertain, but not dangerous. The less I people-please, the more I will welcome growth into my interpersonal relationships. The challenge of others is, in fact, a joyous opportunity.
24. What does the underlined word “vigilant” in the first paragraph mean
A. Mindful. B. Tired. C. Fond. D. Uncertain.
25. Why does the author mention her childhood
A. To share a pitiful story of her family.
B. To justify her approval-seeking behavior.
C. To emphasize the impact of family education.
D. To explain the reason for her pleasing tendency.
26 What prevents the author from getting rid of people-pleasing
A. Her dislike of her authentic self. B. Her fear of facing uncertain reactions.
C. Her ignorance of interpersonal skills. D. Her misunderstanding of displeased people.
27. What does the author suggest to deal with people-pleasing
A. Practice authenticity persistently. B. Be exposed to more people-pleasers.
C. Ignore people’s negative reactions. D. Seek comfort from existing relationships.
C
On Earth Day — April 22 — the XPrize Foundation, which holds contests that encourage people to come up with new ideas to solve big problems, announced the winners of its Carbon Removal contest. A company called Mati Carbon won the $50 million prize. Their method is simple, but it could remove huge amounts of carbon dioxide and also help farmers grow more food.
The company uses a very common kind of volcanic rock called basalt. Basalt is used worldwide to construct roads and panies that break up the basalt often have a fine powder of basalt left over that they can’t use.
Luckily, this is exactly what Mati Carbon needs. The company removes carbon by spreading this rock powder on farm fields. The powder pulls CO2 out of the water in the soil and stores it in a way that will last for thousands of years. Mati’s method of carbon removal is called “enhanced rock weathering”.
The results aren’t just good for the environment — they’re also good for the farmers. Farmers who use the basalt powder on their fields grow roughly 25% more food. In areas with poor soil, farmers can grow as much as 70% more. Mati Carbon is already spreading basalt powder on farms in several countries, including India, Tanzania, and Zambia. The company is focused on working with small farmers in poorer countries, putting the powder on their farmlands for free. To pay for this, the company sells “carbon credits”. Since Mati Carbon is removing pollution, large companies that create pollution buy credits to “offset” their pollution so they can be “carbon neutral”.
One of the things that impressed the XPrize judges is how the company carefully tracks and records the impact it is having. So far, Mati Carbon has removed over 1,000 metric tons of CO2. But the company believes that number will grow rapidly. It is planning to begin work in three more countries soon and allow other companies to use its methods to reach even more areas.
28. What is the material used by the winning company
A. Industrial products. B. Rare volcanic ashes.
C. Construction waste. D. Farm carbon dioxide.
29. Which words best describe Mati Carbon
A. Far-sighted and united. B. Profit-driven and productive.
C. Newly-built and reserved. D. Eco-minded and innovative.
30. What can we learn about Mati Carbon according to the last paragraph
A. It has expanded its business across the world.
B. It has developed more methods to remove CO2.
C. It intends to share its patent with other companies.
D. It plans to invite XPrize judges to track its impact.
31. Which of the following would be the best title for the text
A. Joint Effort Pays off in Breaking up the Basalt
B. Great Chance Exists in the Green Agriculture
C. Mati Carbon Has More Carbon Credits to Sell
D. Powerful Idea Wins Carbon Removal XPrize
D
“Men are from Mars, women from Venus” has become a convenient shorthand for every household debate, from map-reading to loading the dishwasher. Yet beneath the jokes lies a serious question: are the two sexes born with fundamentally different wiring, or have we simply repeated the story until it feels true
Two high-profile sets of scans appear to offer hard proof of a difference. British psychologist Stuart Ritchie reported in 2012 that male brains are, on average, roughly one-tenth heavier than female brains and contain more white-matter. Three years later, Israeli neuroscientist Daphna Joel added that typical “his” or “her” circuits can be detected with advanced software, even though every head ultimately contains a mix of both — like shades that vary — and never perfectly match passport sex.
Lise Eliot, a neuroscientist at Chicago Medical School, believes such headlines are too dramatic. After re-analyzing thousands of images collected across six countries, she calls the brain “a unisex (不分性别的) organ”. The numeric gap between group averages, she insists, is no wider than the difference between male and female kidneys, and the figures fail to predict how the organ actually processes algebra, empathy or parking instructions. Put simply, size decides nothing.
If body structure is not the real boss, what is Social experience, argues The Atlantic Classic papers loved eye-catching numbers: a 1970 survey’ showed boys beating girls thirteen-to-one on the mathematics SAT, a figure once highlighted by former Harvard president Lawrence Summers as proof of natural male scientific talent. When later student groups offered girls equal laboratory hours, encouraged female teachers and rewrote textbooks to include more real-world problems, the ratio fell to three-to-one, suggesting that opportunity, not body part, writes most of the scoreboard.
Margaret McCarthy, a neuropharmacologist at the University of Maryland, applauds Eliot for “forcing the debate forward”. She also notes that wiping out every sex difference would sound an extreme note. Equal, she reminds us, is not identical; biology may still whisper where society shouts.
32. Why does the author mention Ritchie and Joel
A. To stress the risk of inadequate datasets. B. To correct statistical errors in psychology.
C. To provide scan proof of a sex difference. D. To explain boys’ advantage in reading maps.
33. What is implied by Eliot’s re-analysis of brain volume
A. Males do well in tackling complex tasks. B. Generation gaps outrun between-sex gaps.
C. Brain size can somehow decide sex rules. D. Brain size cannot tell how a person perform.
34. What can we infer from the falling math score gap after 1970
A. Equal chances narrow the score gap. B. Standardized tests are no longer trusted.
C. Boys are now losing interest in STEM. D. Biology still limits girls’ physics scores.
35. What might be McCarthy’s attitude to erasing sex differences
A. Favorable. B. Disapproving. C. Unclear. D. Indifferent.
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。
Nostalgia — the warm feeling of longing for the past — is everywhere in today’s culture. Movies like Barbie, Indiana Jones, and Top Gun are drawing huge crowds by bringing back old favorites. 36
On the surface, nostalgia simply makes us feel good. 37 According to Professor Ziyan Yang from the Institute of Psychology, CAS, nostalgia creates feelings of warmth, belonging, and even a mental escape to the past. During tough times — whether personal struggles or global crises — nostalgia acts like an emotional safety net. Movies and music are powerful triggers because they recreate familiar emotions and experiences.
38 First, it gives us a sense of control. Even when life feels unpredictable, reflecting on our past helps us feel more grounded and secure. Second, nostalgia strengthens social bonds. Though it seems like a personal experience, nostalgic memories often remind us of family, friends, and shared moments.
What does nostalgia do to our brains Mostly good things! Studies show it boosts happiness, creativity, and energy by activating positive emotions. 39 This youthful optimism encourages us to take risks and chase our goals. Some researchers suggest nostalgia acts like a “psychological immune system”, helping us cope with stress.
But can too much nostalgia be harmful In small amounts, it’s healthy. However, if we think about the past too much, it can keep us from moving forward. The key is balance — enjoying memories without losing sight of the present. 40 It helps us reconnect with our true selves and remember who we really are.
In short, nostalgia isn’t just about reliving the past — it’s a tool that helps us navigate the present and future with hope.
A. But why do we love nostalgia so much
B. This is why reunions feel so meaningful to us.
C. Nostalgia also serves key psychological needs.
D. However, psychology experts say there’s more to it.
E. It can even make us feel younger and more optimistic.
F. Remembering happy memories brings comfort and joy.
G. Still, in general, nostalgia is a natural and positive part of life.
第三部分 英语知识运用（共三节，满分45分）
第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后所给各题的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Just ahead on the narrow road, the faint light from Kim’s torch (手电筒) flashed towards me. Her bike stayed 41 , but mine was shaking all over the place. I had completely lost my 42 . It seemed cycling in the 43 had caused my mind to lose all sense of direction.
I looked hard, hoping to 44 the grass edges, but there was nothing but Kim’s 45 torchlight far ahead. My heart pounded wildly. I was trying my best to keep this anxiety internal, not wanting Kim to 46 the full extent of my fear.
So I forced my 47 back to the forest we had cycled through earlier: the tall trees, the sound of the wind and something 48 for me now — the sense of excitement I felt. 49 by this memory, I tried to put aside the anxiety. I 50 my phone’s torch. The light was weak, but it was enough: the heaviness around my vision 51 and I found my balance again.
As I pushed into the pedals and began to move, I 52 a sky full of countless stars. Then, I saw something even more 53 . “KIM!” She turned, thinking something was wrong. But 54 high above us was a magical shooting star, bright with a thick tail in its wake.
That night, I learned a valuable lesson: Don’t let the darkness stop you from moving forward. Sometimes all you need is a little more 55 to find your way.
41. A. safe B. level C. clean D. still
42. A. patience B. interest C. balance D. sight
43. A. wind B. wild C. mountains D. dark
44. A. make out B. search for C. give up D. ride across
45. A. artificial B. soft C. blinding D. dying
46. A. notice B. explore C. ignore D. understand
47. A. astonishment B. curiosity C. imagination D. enthusiasm
48. A. stable B. rare C. fresh D. dangerous
49. A. Confused B. Worn C. Moved D. Encouraged
50. A. switched on B. took out C. showed off D. put up
51. A. grew B. cleared C. remained D. worsened
52. A. pictured B. beheld C. recalled D. touched
53. A. puzzling B. satisfying C. amazing D. challenging
54. A. flying B. hanging C. rising D. circling
55. A. energy B. luck C. light D. time
第二节 语法填空（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。
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge in Guizhou province, the world’s tallest, opened to traffic on September 28th, turning 56__________ was once a two-hour drive across the deep valley into a trip of barely two minutes. Rising at 57__________ height of 625 meters above the Beipan River, the bridge is a key project of an expressway linking the Liuzhi special district of Liupanshui city with Anlong county. With a main span 58__________ (measure) 420 meters, it anchors a new expressway that winds through one of China’s most mountainous provinces.
Guizhou has earned a reputation 59__________ a province of bridges. According to the provincial transportation department, to date half of the world’s 100 tallest bridges 60__________ (rise) from its valleys. Altogether more than 32,000 bridges have been completed 61__________ are under construction in Guizhou. The Huajiang bridge is now its most 62__________ (strike) unprofessional landmark, embodying both practical needs and engineering ambition of the region.
While building the bridge, engineers faced 63__________ (change) weather, sheer cliffs and wind gusts (劲吹) topping 100 kilometers per hour. 64__________ (meet) those challenges, the team relied on a series of new technologies. They introduced an intelligent cable-lifting system guided by the Beidou Navigation Satellite System, which, to their 65__________ (satisfy), allowed workers to position steel frames with centimeter-level accuracy.
第四部分 写作（共两节；满分40分）
第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）
假定你是李华，上周你代表学校接待国际交换生时，因文化差异发生了一件令你印象深刻的事。请你给英国笔友Jenny写一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1. 事情经过；
2. 你的感想。
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。
Dear Jenny,
I’m writing to share with you a memorable incident that happened last week. _____________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 读后续写（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
On the afternoon of my eighteenth birthday, I was driving around the quiet streets of our small town, feeling absolutely free and excited. I’d just got my driver’s license the week before, and this was my first time driving alone without my dad in the passenger seat. The sun was shining, and the radio hummed with my favorite pop song. Everything felt perfect, like I was finally stepping into adulthood.
As I approached the corner of Maple Street, I made a turn a bit too quickly, and that’s when the worst thing happened. There was a loud, sharp sound of metal scraping against metal — screech, crunch — that made my teeth ache. I applied pressure to the brakes so hard that my body jolted forward against the safety belt. My heart jumped into my throat—I had sideswiped a polished, black Mercedes-Benz parked neatly by the pavement, its paint glittering like it had just been washed.
I killed the engine and sat there for a minute, my hands shaking on the wheel. Unbuckled my seatbelt, I steeled myself to get out of the car to inspect the damage. The street was completely empty, not a soul in sight — no neighbors watering their lawns, no kids riding bikes, no passing cars. A powerful, selfish thought rushed into my head: “Just drive away. No one saw you. No one will ever know.”
I ran a hand over the Mercedes’ door, frowning at the long, deep scratch that snaked all its way on the door. My own car, the old Ford, only had a tiny dent (凹陷) on the side mirror, barely noticeable. Panic seized me as I thought about the money I’d been saving for months — babysitting jobs, mowing lawns, working weekends at the grocery store — all saved up for my first semester of college textbooks and dorm supplies. I knew that repair bill would wipe that savings account clean in an instant. The temptation to jump back in the car and speed off was overwhelming, a heavy weight pressing down on my chest.
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But then, I closed my eyes and pictured my dad’s face.________________________________
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I found a piece of paper and a pen in the car glove box. ______________________________
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