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2024七市州高三3月测试续写My Journey in Selling Greeting Cards
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I faced a tight budget when I was nine. On November 1st, I used up most of the money I saved. With a small amount of pocket money left before Christmas I didn’t have enough to buy presents for the family.
I was seriously considering going to my dad and asking for an advance on the next year’s pocket money, so I could at least buy gifts for my family members. But then, one evening, I was sitting in my room reading advertisements in the back of a magazine. Several greeting-card companies were telling us how people could make money by selling their cards and stationery（文具）. Normally, I would have passed right over the ads, but this time my situation was so difficult that I felt I had nothing to lose.
The ad that attracted me most was one by a well-known greeting-card company in my nation, whose products were of high quality. With my parents’ help, I contacted the company, although they preferred adults or older kids to advertise their products. After my sincere request, they agreed to give me, a nine-year-old boy, a chance.
My sales materials arrived within the week. I had expected something small and neat, but the package looked like a dinosaur’s shoebox; it was close to three feet long and nearly a foot wide, full of stuff. There was a thick binder（活页夹）containing a complete selection of the cards and some writing paper, which I would be selling for around $3 per box.
Although my parents supported my try to make money by myself, they had little confidence in my success; after all, instead of an outgoing kid, I was somewhat shy. However, I was determined to have a try to challenge myself.
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。
Para 1 Wasting no time, I set off and knocked on doors in my neighborhood.
Para 2 Eventually, I earned over $20, a large sum of money for a 9-year-old kid in 1954.
I. Reading for basic imformation
Characters : I, my parents, my neighbors
Time: Before Christmas
Place: In the neighborhood
Personality(shy/determined/independent)
conflict (In an effort to earn money, I had to sell cards and stationery by myself.)
language
1. With a small amount of pocket money left before Christmas I didn’t have enough to buy presents for the family.
2. The ad that attracted me most was one by a well-known greeting-card company in my nation, whose products were of high quality.
3. There was a thick binder（活页夹）containing a complete selection of the cards and some writing paper, which I would be selling for around $3 per box.
II. Work out the plotline
Para.1 Wasting no time ,I set off and knocked on doors in my neighborhood.
衔接句 How did I feel and what did I do to sell the cards
过渡句 How did my neighbor react
衔接句 How was my selling going later
Para.2 Eventually, l earned over $20, a large sum of money for a 9-year-old kid in 1954.
衔接句 What did I do with the money
过渡句 How did this experience affect my life
Theme What did I learn from this experience
情节构建---回扣原文
Para.5 Although my parents supported my try to make money by myself, they had little confidence in my success; after all, instead of an outgoing kid, I was somewhat shy. However, I was determined to have a try to challenge.
III.微场景
紧张卖货
我的心怦怦直跳，手心直冒汗，我深吸一口气，鼓起勇气介绍自己，推销产品。(独立主格)
My heart pounding and my palms sweating, I took a deep breath and gathered my courage to introduce myself and promote the products.
2.怀着激动的心情，我向大家介绍了贺卡的质量，并分享了我卖东西的故事。
With butterflies in my stomach, I explained the quality of the greeting cards and shared the story of why I started this venture.
顾客反应
1.起初，邻居们看到一个卖贺卡的小男孩都很惊讶。有些人犹豫不决，但还是有几位好心人决定支持我，买了几盒。
Initially, my neighbors were surprised to see a young boy selling greeting cards. Some were hesitant, but a few kind-hearted souls decided to support me and bought a few boxes.
2. 出乎我意料的是，一些邻居婉言谢绝了我，而另一些邻居则热情地欢迎我。有些人甚至赞扬我的创业精神，鼓励我继续下去。
To my surprise, some neighbors politely declined, while others welcomed me warmly. Some even praised my entrepreneurial spirit and encouraged me to keep going.
销售提升
1.随着我挨家挨户地推销，邻里间很快就传开了这个卖优质贺卡的小男孩。我的销售额开始上升，很快我就发现自己的顾客络绎不绝。
As I went from door to door, word spread quickly in the neighborhood about the young boy with the quality greeting cards. My sales started to pick up, and soon I found myself with a steady stream of customers.
2.接下来的几个小时见证了我信心的增长和销售的顺利。令我惊讶的是，最初每盒 3 美元的收入逐渐增加了。(无灵主语）
The following hours witnessed my growing confidence and smooth sale. Much to my amazement, the initial $3 per box gradually added up.
送父母礼物
1.我兴奋地用这笔钱给父母买了圣诞礼物。圣诞节早上，当他们拆开礼物时，脸上洋溢着喜悦。(无灵主语）他们被我挣钱给他们买礼物所付出的心思和努力深深感动了。他们的快乐和感激让我充满了成就感和自豪。
Excitedly, I used the money to buy Christmas gifts for my parents. On Christmas morning, as they unwrapped the presents, their faces lit up with joy. They were deeply touched by the thought and effort I had put into earning the money to buy them gifts. Their happiness and gratitude filled me with a sense of accomplishment and pride.
2.卖贺卡赚来的钱让我有机会给父母买圣诞礼物。我还记得他们拆开礼物时的激动心情。(定从）
The money I earned from selling the greeting cards gave me the opportunity to buy Christmas gifts for my parents. I remember the excitement they showed when they unwrapped the presents.
自我改变
邻居们的支持不仅缓解了我的经济压力，还帮助我克服了害羞的天性。(倒装句)他们的鼓励对增强我的信心和信念至关重要。每敲开一扇门，我不仅卖出了贺卡，也敞开了自己--我的决心和毅力在羞涩的外表下熠熠生辉（独立主格）。
Not only did my neighbors’ support ease my financial strain but it also helped me overcome my shy nature. Their encouragement was vital in boosting my confidence and belief in myself. With each door I knocked on, I not only sold greeting cards but also sold myself - my determination and resilience shining through my shy exterior.
主题升华
1.这是一个难忘的圣诞节，它让我明白，只要有勇气和毅力，即使是一个害羞的九岁孩子也能取得成就。
It was a memorable Christmas that taught me , with courage and perseverance, even a shy nine-year-old could achieve achievements.
2.回想这段经历，我明白了一个道理：无论最初的挑战看起来多么艰巨，勇气和决心都能带来意想不到的机遇和成功。(非谓语+同位语从句)这次经历是我人生的一个转折点，给我上了宝贵的一课，让我在今后的岁月里受益匪浅。(非谓语+定从）
Reflecting on the experience, I learned the lesson that courage and determination can lead to unexpected opportunities and success, no matter how daunting the initial challenge may seem. This experience was a turning point in my life, teaching me valuable lessons that would stay with me for years to come.
IV.范文展示
A
Wasting no time, I set off and knocked on doors in my neighborhood. Gathering my courage, I introduced myself as the young representative of the well-known greeting-card company. The initial responses were mixed — some were hesitant, while others were fascinated by the idea of a child engaged in such a venture. As I showcased the high-quality cards and shared the story behind each design, the doubt began to give way to genuine interest. Surprisingly, with my shyness transformed into enthusiasm, I tried to make conversation beyond the purpose of sales.
Eventually, I earned over $20, a large sum of money for a 9-year-old kid in 1954. Hardly had I got enough money when I dashed to the store and bought some presents. With Christmas approaching, I took out the presents carefully and gave them to my family. Astonished and excited, my parents covered their mouths with hands, not believing that I had made it. “I challenged myself and things worked well.” I said, with pride sparkling in my eyes. My parents gave me a hug, lips curving into a broad smile. Seeing their satisfaction on their faces, I knew my hard work is rewarding. It was at that moment that I realized determination and courage could unfold, regardless of age.
B
Wasting no time, I set off and knocked on doors in my neighborhood. Clutching a pile of cards and paper tightly in my hand, I could apparently feel my palms sweating and legs trembling. As the door swung open, so nervous was I that I could barely utter a single word first. But then I convinced myself to gather all my courage to showcase the high-quality cards.To my amazement, she bought a dozen of materials without any hesitation,because of which my innitial shyness faded away and gradually turned into increasing confidence. Carefully stuffed the first earnings into my pocket, I continued to knock on the next door.
Eventually, I earned over $20, a large sum of money for a 9-year-old kid in 1954. Never in my wildest dream had I imagined that I could earn such a large sum of money on my own. Overjoyed and delighted, I dashed into a gift store, picking some delicate presents for each of my family members. The moment I proudly handed the presents to my parents, they widened thier eyes with full amazement and wrapped me into their arms affectionately, suggesting that they truly took pride of me.It was just through this unique experience that I realized determination and courage are just what it takes to conquer the challenges you meet, regardless of age.

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