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龙华区中小学2024-2025学年第一学期期末学业质量监测试卷
高二英语
说明：1.试卷共10页，卷面满分130分。考试用时120分钟。
2.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在答题卡上，并将条形码横贴在答题卡右上角"条形码粘贴处"。
3.作答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用2B铅笔在答题卡上将对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案。答案不能答在试卷上。
4.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应位置上；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答无效。
5.考生必须保持答题卡的整洁。考试结束后，留存试卷，交回答题卡。
第一部分 基础知识
单项选择(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
1. Many young people are now willing to sign _______ organ donation agreement on the birthday of 18.
A. a B. an C. the D. 不填
2. When teachers _______ exercises on vocabulary to students, it is advisable to avoid repetitive memorization.
A. assign B. return C. link D. promote
3. People’s _______ for Li Bai fully demonstrates the long-lasting significance of the poet.
A. vision B. motivation C. concept D. enthusiasm
4. With technology developing, it is essential to guarantee users’ data _______ and privacy.
A. analysis B. security C. integrity D. collection
5. I firmly believe that even a _______ smile can bridge gaps between people from different countries.
A. complicated B. mature C. genuine D. distant
6. Timely feedback allows you to _______ reflect on what you have done and make progress.
A. randomly B. occasionally C. instantly D. rarely
7. Tina’s childhood memories _______ as she thumbed through her family photograph album.
A. cracked a smile B. went wild C. did the trick D. came to life
8. _______ your doubts and worries and believe yourself at every coming difficulty.
A. Ponder over B. Lay aside C. Throw light on D. Bring out
9. _______ quite a few productions of Hamlet, such as plays and films, I know more about Shakespeare.
A. Refer to B. To refer to C. Refers to D. Having referred to
10. _______ problems arise during the exam, you should stay calm and think clearly.
A. Whatever B. However C. Whoever D. Wherever
11. It was not until I saw the documentary _______ I understood the importance of protecting wild animals.
A. when B. that C. before D. after
12. Stay with those people who can share your values, with _______ you can have fun, laugh, and enjoy yourself.
A. that B. who C. them D. whom
13. Since he retired, he _______ around the garden for hours every afternoon, tending to his flowers.
A. has been wandering B. had wandered C. has wandered D. will be wandering
14. They _______ the travel plan thoroughly before booking the tickets, making sure that every detail was carefully considered.
A. discuss B. were discussing C. have discussed D. had discussed
15. Listening to Talk Shows is a popular pastime among young people. After all, it really is true that _______ .
A. gold will shine wherever it is B. actions speak louder than words
C. laughter is the best medicine D. one good turn deserves another
第二部分 阅读(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
Vancouver Parks and Recreation maintains four covered picnic shelters that can be reserved for events taking place from May 1 to September 30, including Marshall Community Park, Fisher Basin Community Park, Leroy Haagen Memorial Park and Marine Community Park.
Reservation guidelines:
●All picnic shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis at no charge, from October 1 to April 30.
●The reservation fee gives you access for the full day for events taking place from May 1 to September 30.
Pricing:
●Fisher Basin Park: Resident $92/Non-Resident $122
●Marshall Park: Resident $92/Non-Resident $122
●LeRoy Haagen Park: Resident $94/Non-Resident $118
●Marine Park: Resident $83/Non-Resident $104
Shelter Reservation Cancellation Policy
●If canceled one month or more before the rental date, 100% of the fee will be refunded (退款).
●If canceled 1-4 weeks before the rental date, 75% of the fee will be refunded.
●No refunds will be granted if the reservation is canceled less than one week prior to the rental date.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Is there a way to find out if an event is already scheduled at a park
A: Yes. Contact Marshall Community Center at 360-487-7100 to find out about events taking place in our parks.
Q: What facilities are included with a picnic shelter reservation
A: Reservations include use of all picnic tables located within the shelter (there is no electricity at Marine Park). Playground amenities and restrooms will be shared with the public. Pop-up tents and loudspeakers are not provided.
Park Use Permits
Depending on the type of event you’re hosting, you need to get a Park Use Permit from Vancouver Parks and Recreation. It gives you permission to bring special items and equipment into the park.
16. What is the reservation fee on May 5 for residents
A. $83 for Marshall Park. B. $122 for Fisher Basin Park.
C. $94 for LeRoy Haagen Park. D. $118 for Marine Park.
17 What facilities are available in all the reservations
A. Picnic tables. B. Electricity supply. C. Pop-up tents. D. Loudspeakers.
18. What is the purpose of the passage
A. To promote outdoor events in Vancouver parks.
B. To provide information for Vancouver shelter reservations.
C. To describe the features of different parks in Vancouver.
D. To introduce the history of Vancouver Parks and Recreation.
B
Frank Caprio is a well-known judge who has gained popularity for his caring and understanding approach in the courtroom. Born on November 23, 1936, Caprio serves as the Chief Judge of the Providence Municipal Court in Rhode Island, USA.
His trials have been turned into a television program called “Caught in Providence”, which airs on local Fox stations and presents his work.
Caprio’s decisions often reflect a mixture of legal strictness and human warmth. He is known for his merciful judgments and his ability to connect with the people before him. For instance, in one case, a 96-year-old man was brought before Caprio for speeding in a school zone. The elderly man explained that he was driving his 63-year-old son, who has cancer, to a blood test. After hearing the man’s story, Caprio responded with sympathy, highlighting the man’s dedication to his family at an advanced age.
Judge Caprio has been called “the warmest judge” by his admirers because of his way of handling justice. His trials prove that the law can be applied with understanding and mercy, which has made him a beloved figure both in the United States and around the world.
Another heartwarming example is that Caprio once canceled a double fine for a truck driver who hadn’t got a notice for a previous fine. After the case was dismissed, the driver shared that 20 years ago, as a lost teenager, Caprio had asked him about his future dreams during a trial, a question that marked a turning point in the driver’s life.
Caprio’s story is not just about his role as a judge but also about how a single kind act can affect someone’s life. His way of working as a judge shows that justice can be done with sympathy and that sometimes a kind word can change a person’s path for the better.
19. What makes Frank Caprio popular
A. His appearances in a TV program.
B. His ability to solve complex legal cases.
C. His balance of mercy and justice in trials.
D. His strict legal decisions in the courtroom.
20. Which word can best describe Judge Caprio in dealing with the speeding case
A. Flexible. B. Stubborn. C. Generous. D. Passionate.
21. What lasting impact did Judge Caprio have on the truck driver
A. He taught the driver the importance of obeying traffic laws.
B. He inspired the driver to map out his future life path.
C. He eased the driver’s financial burden by canceling the fine.
D. He encouraged the driver to take responsibility for his actions.
22. What is the best title for the text
A. The Life and Work of Frank Caprio
B. The Challenges of Modern Justice
C. The Role of a Judge in the Courtroom
D. The Humanity of a Judge in the Courtroom
C
What’s the oldest meal you’ve eaten Maybe you’ve had leftovers from a few days ago. They probably still tasted good. But what if it wasn’t a few days ago What if you ate a 60-day-old stew Or a 49-year-old beef noodle soup
Perpetual (永久的) stew is a dish that is never taken off the heat; it’s never finished. As portions are served, new ingredients are added to the pot to replace them. One day’s stew becomes the basis of the following days’ meals. There have been some famous examples. This year, Annie Rauwerda’s 60-day stew became a social media sensation. One Bangkok restaurant claims to have been cooking its beef noodle soup since the 1970s. It has been suggested that perpetual stew was a tradition in Medieval Europe, when the effort required to start a fire meant that they were left to burn all day, and a pot of stew was always boiling slowly on top of it. One New York Times article tells us about a stew in Normandy that was kept cooking for 300 years.
This tradition may date back to the Middle Ages, but thankfully, our understanding of food safety has developed since then. In a world where food is often thrown away once it reaches its use-by date, many people have asked how safe perpetual stew can actually be. Experts are divided. Some maintain that as long as the stew is kept bubbling away at a temperature too high for bacteria to survive, it should be safe. Others suggest that meat can become dangerous if it’s left in the stew for too long. Concerns have also been raised that some vegetables, such as potatoes, or those containing nitrates (硝酸盐), could become more poisonous the more they are reheated.
Advocates of slow cooking believe that the best food takes time, but even they may be surprised by a months- or years-old perpetual stew.
23. What do we know about perpetual stew
A. It is the basis of modern meals. B. It is continuously cooked.
C. It is a popular social trend. D. It is served in portions.
24. Why does the author list examples of perpetual stew in paragraph 2
A. To exhibit its diverse forms. B. To introduce its history.
C. To show its popularity. D. To explain its working principles.
25. Which of the following is a concern about perpetual stew according to the passage
A. Loss of flavor. B. Lack of nutrition.
C. Hotbed for bacteria. D. Rises in poisonousness.
26. What is the author’s attitude toward perpetual stew
A. Favorable. B. Doubtful. C. Objective. D. Critical.
D
Are worms the heroes we didn’t know we needed Silent, slimy and wriggling (扭动), you might think that worms are good for nothing except bait (鱼饵) on the end of a fishing rod. However, there is more to the humble worm than meets the eye.
The British naturalist Charles Darwin said that no other animal has “played such an important part in the history of the world as these lowly organized creatures”. They have lived on Earth for 600 million years and have even survived five mass extinctions. So, what makes worms so great
Earthworms move the earth, and this is why farmers love them. As they travel, they expose the soil to the fresh air by loosening, mixing and oxygenating it, which increases the ground’s ability to hold and drain water. They are effectively a small but very efficient farming tool. But it’s not just earthworms that deserve praise.
In 2022, a group of scientists at the Margarita Salas Center for Biological Research isolated enzymes (酶) found in waxworm saliva (唾液). These are plastic-eating enzymes, which can decompose polyethylene, a very common plastic that normally degrades over many years. It’s hoped that by producing these enzymes on an industry-level scale, we will have a more environmentally friendly way to reduce plastic pollution.
And worms are even inspiring the building industry. Bloodworms are small sea creatures that dig into the mud of the ocean floor. Scientists at the University of California, Santa Barbara, have been studying their jaws, which are made up of 10% copper proteins and are so strong that they last the worm’s entire five-year lifespan. Because of this research, engineers may start using the jaws as inspiration for the design and manufacture of materials like concrete.
So, next time you see a worm, show it a little respect. They really are changing the world!
27. Why does the author raise a question at the beginning
A To compare worms with other animals.
B. To discuss the limited use of worms.
C. To emphasize the complexity of worms.
D. To challenge the prejudice against worms.
28. What does the underlined word “degrades” mean in paragraph 4
A. Breaks down. B. Falls behind. C. Runs out. D. Cleans off.
29. How do bloodworms influence the building industry
A. They provide a new building material.
B. They are used in construction equipment.
C. Their jaws offer ideas for building design.
D. Their jaws are made from copper material.
30. What is the passage mainly about
A. The biological evolution of worm.
B. The environmental impact of worms.
C. The various scientific uses of worms.
D. The underestimated importance of worms.
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。
The 20-Minute Rule to Accomplish Any Task
Do you often struggle to begin tasks on schedule and find excuses to delay the start time Do you choose to do something else instead of focusing on tasks that need immediate attention ____31____ The basic idea is that if you have a task you don’t want to do, tell yourself you only need to do it for 20 minutes.
The 20-minute rule is very simple. Next time you dread doing something, set a timer for 20 minutes, and start working on whatever you’ve been putting off. When the timer goes off, reset it and take a 20-minute break to focus on a different task or do something else you’re more interested in. ____32____ After a few cycles of this, you’ll find you’ve built up strength and can keep working on the task you previously dreaded.
The 20-minute rule is designed to help you start developing new emotions in connection with a task. The thing is, the 20-minute rule is not actually meant to get the job done at all. ____33____
Often, once you set out, it becomes easier to continue, and you may find yourself willing to work beyond the initial 20 minutes. If you used the 20-minute rule to start studying for your test, after a few rotations (轮换) of the timer you would discover the task isn’t as painful as you thought. You may even start to enjoy it! ____34____ Try the 15-minute rule, the 10-minute rule, or the 5-minute rule. I’ve even used the 30-second rule. That’s right, 30 seconds.
Start small. Prove to yourself that you will not experience a high level of discomfort from doing the task you set out to do. Begin to rewrite the emotions you anticipate in relation to a certain task.
The reasons behind delay are primarily fear and the anticipation of pain. ____35____ Just set a timer, and get started.
A. It’s meant to help you get started.
B. But if the twenty-minute rule fails for you
C. Whatever you fear, you don’t have to do it all at once.
D Face your fears bravely and tackle the entire task in one go.
E. Consider the “20-minute rule” to motivate yourself to start.
F. Reset the timer when it goes off and return to your original task.
G. If the timer goes off and you’re still uninterested, switch tasks permanently.
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，满分40分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
Lucas had a childhood unlike that of most people. He spent his childhood in an orphanage (孤儿院). Because of his natural disability, he remained ____36____ on the orphanage’s adoption list until a dramatic turn of fate in 2011. The American couple, the Jundts, had been ____37____ grieving over the loss of their son Jacob to cancer in 2004. After years of emotional ____38____ they decided to give another child a ____39____ filled with love and hope. They ____40____ to adopt a disabled boy, and then met 7-year-old Lucas in the orphanage.
Upon first meeting, Lucas was both nervous and afraid of the strangers who were suddenly presented as his ____41____ “parents”. He didn’t know how to face these unexpected “parents” or what life with them would be like. However, with the comfort and encouragement of the orphanage staff, Lucas ultimately decided to ____42____ this opportunity to change his destiny and return with the Jundt couple.
However, Lucas’s story didn’t ____43____ there. He always missed his friends in the orphanage, especially Josh and Emma. These two children, like Lucas, were also ____44____ children. The Jundt couple noticed Lucas’s _____45_____ his friends and made an astonishing decision — to adopt Josh and Emma as well, making them _____46_____ of their family. Thus, the three children grew up together in the same family, facing challenges together.
They not only actively participated in various sports, but also _____47_____ professional sports training. Lucas, Josh, and Emma achieved _____48_____ results in sports competitions and became rising stars in the field of disabled sports. They _____49_____ in multiple events such as swimming, weightlifting, and wheelchair races, winning numerous gold and silver medals. Now, Lucas, Josh, and Emma embrace bigger dreams, hoping to _____50_____ their abilities on the international stage. They are training hard to stand on the podium at the Paralympics.
36. A. untrue B. unnoticed C. unnecessary D. uncovered
37. A. deeply B. eventually C. gradually D. casually
38 A. connection B. support C. conflict D. struggle
39. A. hospital B. charity C. home D. school
40. A. intended B. pretended C. promised D. managed
41. A. responsible B. temporary C. biological D. potential
42. A. miss B. give C. seize D. create
43. A. stop B. start C. continue D. spread
44. A. injured B. spoiled C. disabled D. talented
45. A. longing for B. waiting for C. thinking about D. worrying about
46. A. relatives B. friends C. guests D. members
47. A. conducted B. received C. sought D. offered
48. A. financial B. experimental C. incredible D. immediate
49. A. failed B. believed C. invested D. excelled
50. A. compare B. showcase C. measure D. restore
第二节 补全语篇(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
请在方框中选择合适的选项，填入短文的空格中，使短文完整连贯。
注意：(1)每个选项只能使用一次；
(2)方框中有一个多余选项。
选词填空
A. give way to B. inspire C. intense D. in conclusion E. remarkable F. a living proof G. quote H. qualification I. rejection J. burst onto K. perseverance
Celebrities (名人) often catch our attention with their ____51____ talents and great success. One of these individuals who ____52____ others with their endurance and persistence is Denzel Washington. He once said, “I am not a failure because I failed. I am a failure because I gave up.” This ____53____ demonstrates his spirit and is a clear example of how celebrities can influence our attitudes towards challenges.
In contrast to those who might ____54____ hardships, Washington has always been overcoming difficulties. Every role he takes on and every film he directs is a new opportunity to win over audiences again. He is ____55____ that one can have a profound impact on society through hard work and ____56____.
Moreover, celebrities like Washington are not just entertainers; they are also role models. They have the power to ____57____ our social media scenes with a single post, starting conversations and shaping opinions. Their influence extends beyond the screen as they often use their platform to advocate for social issues they care about.
To be role models, ____58____ is not just about professional success. It’s about how they handle ____59____ and defeat in their personal lives. Celebrities can not only gracefully handle the _____60_____ pressure from their work, but they also show us that it’s possible to maintain integrity and kindness, even when the world is watching.
第三节 (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。
Space exploration has always been an extraordinary pursuit for countries around the world, and China is no exception. China’s space ambitions can be traced back to 1957 ____61____ the Soviet Union launched the world’s first satellite, Sputnik. Mao Zedong decided that China should also launch ____62____ (it) own satellite with the assistance of Soviet technology and top scientists such as Qian Xuesen. Thus, the country started the first space program.
China’s first satellite Dongfanghong-1 ____63____ (launch) in 1970, using the long march rocket modified from the Dongfang ballistic missile. In 1992, China began project 921, ____64____ manned space program. Using Russian aerospace technology ____65____ (purchase) during this period, the country space program made a significant ____66____ (improve). A breakthrough came in 2003. The Shenzhou-5 spacecraft carried China’s first astronaut, Yang Liwei, into space. China became the third country ____67____ (have) independent human space flight capabilities.
One major reason for China’s success in space is the huge government investment. Beijing’s spending ____68____ research and development for spacecraft manufacturing skyrocketed from US$22.6 million in year 2000 to US$433.4 million in 2014. Still, the Chinese space program has quite a lot of catching up to do. However, there is one thing for sure: China is a ____69____ (lead) force to be reckoned with in the current space race. It has _____70_____ (clear) defined plans for manned lunar mission, space probes for planets like Jupiter, and has built simulation grounds.
第四部分 写作(满分25分)
71. 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。
A year ago, Mary Smith bought a computer for the whole family, never thinking that it would lead to her sixteen-year-old son Tom becoming addicted to playing games.
Tom was playing computer games for increasing amounts of time, and gradually, he hardly left his seat. Mary tried to limit his game time, but this only seemed to fuel his addiction further and cause more arguments. Among his games, there was one he especially liked: Minecraft. In it, he would design his own virtual world as he wanted it to be.
Although desperate, Mary never gave up on finding a way to help the boy struggling with this gaming addiction. She decided to take Tom to visit his grandfather, who owned a big farm. Every day, his grandfather walked through rows of crops, examining the plants for pests or disease. He found great satisfaction in caring for the land and animals. For him, the farm was not just a place of work but a way of life. Tom was unwilling to leave his game, but he knew it was not a good idea to go against his mother this time.
When they arrived at the airport in the late afternoon, Grandfather drove them to his farm. They were all packed in the car, with adults chatting and laughing, but Tom felt lonely. Looking out of the window, he was attracted by the amazing scenery. The water was blue and sunlight glittered on its clear surface and the grassland flowed like a sea of green. He couldn’t help thinking of the world he would have designed in his computer game.
After settling down Tom shut himself in his room. Except for dinner, he refused to come out of his room and remained there all day. Sometimes, he stood by the window, staring at the peaceful garden his grandfather had made.
One night, drops of water from the ceiling dripped onto his face, making him wake up. Shocked at what he saw, he realized a big rainstorm had just ended. He stood with his nose pressed against the glass, watching his family struggling to clear the mess in the dim light.
注意：
1. 词数150左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Thinking of the efforts his grandfather had made, Tom knew what he must do immediately.
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He was appreciating the renewed garden when his mom came over.
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龙华区中小学2024-2025学年第一学期期末学业质量监测试卷
高二英语 答案
第一部分 基础知识
单项选择(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
【1题答案】
【答案】B
【2题答案】
【答案】A
【3题答案】
【答案】D
【4题答案】
【答案】B
【5题答案】
【答案】C
【6题答案】
【答案】C
【7题答案】
【答案】D
【8题答案】
【答案】B
【9题答案】
【答案】D
【10题答案】
【答案】A
【11题答案】
【答案】B
【12题答案】
【答案】D
【13题答案】
【答案】A
【14题答案】
【答案】D
【15题答案】
【答案】C
第二部分 阅读(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
【16~18题答案】
【答案】16. C 17. A 18. B
B
【19~22题答案】
【答案】19. C 20. A 21. B 22. D
C
【23~26题答案】
【答案】23. B 24. A 25. D 26. C
D
【27~30题答案】
【答案】27. D 28. A 29. C 30. D
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。
【31~35题答案】
【答案】31. E 32. F 33. A 34. B 35. C
第三部分 语言运用(共三节，满分40分)
第一节 完形填空(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
【36~50题答案】
【答案】36. B 37. A 38. D 39. C 40. A 41. D 42. C 43. A 44. C 45. A 46. D 47. B 48. C 49. D 50. B
第二节 补全语篇(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)
请在方框中选择合适的选项，填入短文的空格中，使短文完整连贯。
注意：(1)每个选项只能使用一次；
(2)方框中有一个多余选项。
【51~60题答案】
【答案】51. E 52. B
53. G 54. A
55. F 56. K
57. J 58. D
59. I 60. C
第三节 (共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
【61~70题答案】
【答案】61. when
62. its 63. was launched
64. a 65. purchased
66. improvement
67. to have
68. on 69. leading
70. clearly
第四部分 写作(满分25分)
【71题答案】
【答案】参考1：
Thinking of the efforts his grandfather had made, Tom knew what he must do immediately. He flung open the door and rushed outside without a second thought. Picking up a broom, he began to sweep away the fallen leaves and the broken branches, his eyes fixed on the ground. His face was full of determination and sweat started to stream down his cheeks despite the coldness in the dark. His family looked at him in surprise and then smiled with relief. Tom worked hard, feeling a sense of purpose he hadn’t experienced in a long time. As they continued working bit by bit, the garden started to take on a new look.
He was appreciating the renewed garden when his Mom came over. She gently put her hand on his shoulder and said, “I’m so proud of you, Tom.” Tom lowered his head slightly, his cheeks flushing with shame. “Mom, I’m really sorry for always being so obsessed with games. I didn’t realize how much I was missing out on until now.” His mom’s eyes softened, and she pulled him into a warm hug. “It’s okay, honey. I’m just glad you’re here with us now.” Tom smiled, realizing that the real world held joys far greater than any virtual one in games. From then on, he spent more time with family and less time glued to the computer screen.
参考2：
Thinking of the efforts his grandfather had made, Tom knew what he must do immediately. Swiftly, he opened the bedroom door, rushed through the living room and hurried to the garden. “Grandfather, Mom, what can I do Let me do something to help!” So surprised and pleased was Mom that she stood still, her eyes opened wide but a smile appearing on her face. Soon, Tom was asked to tidy the garden with a broom while grandpa was busy mending the roof. For the whole day, they hammered, sewed and mended, chatting cheerfully. It was not until sunset that they completed the clearing job. Tom stood in the center of the garden, took a deep breath and enjoyed the brand-new garden.
He was appreciating the renewed garden when his Mom came over. “Are you ok ” Mom asked, wearing a big smile on her face. Tom didn’t give an immediate response. Instead, he pointed to the newly fixed window, the just swept floor and the freshly mended roof, telling mom thoughtfully, “I found something different.” he explained he was aware that it was much easier to set up a virtual world in the game Minecraft. However, it was not that easy to build a garden in reality, and it was even more difficult to maintain and keep the garden as beautiful as it was because the real world needed responsibility, jointed efforts and more communication. “Maybe I have spent too much time shutting myself indoor with the computer.” Looking at his mom, he blinked his eyes mischievously.

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