资源简介 2024-2025(下)高二期中调研测试英语注意事项考生在答题前请认真阅读本注意事项及各题答题要求:1. 本试卷共10页,包含听力(共30分)、阅读(共50分)、语言运用(共30分)、写作(共40分)四部分。本次考试满分为150分,考试时间为120分钟。2. 答题前,请您务必将自己的姓名、考试号等用黑色0.5毫米签字笔填写在答题卡上。3. 作答非选择题必须用书写黑色字迹的0.5毫米签字笔写在答题卡上的指定位置,在其它位置作答一律无效。第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每题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,每段对话仅读一遍。1. How does the woman feel about the man’s words A. Convinced. B. Annoyed. C. Surprised.2 Where are the speakers A. In a registration office. B. In a bar. C. In the street.3. What does the man like about the painting A. The natural shadows. B. The real-life scene. C. The vivid colors.4. What is the man aping A. Helping a beginner. B. Training his muscles. C. Selling a machine.5. What are the speakers mainly talking about A. Where to have dinner.B. When to meet a neighbor.C. What to expect for the evening.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。6. Why does the woman want to ask for a leave A. To get married. B. To vacation overseas. C. To attend a wedding.7. When might the conversation take place A. In July. B. In August. C. In September.听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。8. What is Mike probably doing now A. Having a bath. B. Making a call. C. Frying some eggs.9. What happened to the woman the other day A. She failed to start her car.B. She got trapped in a flood.C. She encountered a water leak.10. What do we know about the speakers’ working place A. It’s in bad condition. B. It’s short of parking space. C. It’s in a convenient position.听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。11. How will the man and his wife get to New Hampshire A. By bus. B. By plane. C. By train.12. What is the highlight of the trip according to the woman A. Hotel accommodation. B. Room service. C. Quality food.13. What may attract the man most A. Affordable cost. B. Various activities. C. Natural views.听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。14. What will Jake do this afternoon A. Make some snacks. B. Take a dance class. C. Practice soccer.15. How is Mel’s life right now A. Tiring. B. Exciting. C. Boring.16. What can we know about Amy A. She is responsible for teaching.B. She is fond of exercising.C. She is good at cooking.17. What’s the probable relationship between Mel and Dan A. Relatives. B. Neighbors. C. A couple.听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。18 What kind of person is Buckminster Fuller A Open-minded. B. Far sighted. C. High-spirited.19. What can we learn about Buckminster’s structure A. It reduces construction time.B. It makes full use of resources.C. It draws inspiration from the globe.20. What is the speaker A. A university lecturer. B. A house designer. C. A program host.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。AThe 2025 Nebraska Severe Weather Awareness Poster Contest (比赛) is underway. It is open to all third-grade students in Nebraska public and private schools. Teachers are encouraged to have students participate.Contest Rules:● Entries (参赛作品) must be related to the theme of extreme weather safety and will be judged on originality and effort. The posters should explain the dangers of extreme weather in Nebraska clearly. Lightning and flooding are good topic choices.● All entries must be made on a white sheet of paper measuring 11 inches by 17 inches. Any medium may be used, but please do not use shiny materials.● Only one entry is allowed per pupil and no joint entries (posters by more than one person) will be accepted.Submission (提交) Guidelines:All entries must be received by the local Emergency Management Director on or before April 7, 2025. A list of directors can be found at www.naem.us or nema.nebraska.gov. Remember to allow enough time for mailed items to get where they need to be.Awards and Recognition:● Prizes: 1st place: a $125 gift card; 2nd place: a $100 gift card; 3rd place: a $75 gift card; 4th place: a $50 gift card. There will be one winner for each place in the state-level competition.● Teachers are encouraged to contact the local emergency management director to help choose the top three entries from their school. If the local director is unknown, please contact Brian Woldt, poster contest chairman, at (308)324-2070.● Winners will be contacted by telephone or mail. The four state contest winners will be invited to the Nebraska State Capitol for the presentation of their awards1. What do the contest rules highlight regarding entries A. Use of green materials. B. Participation of teachers.C. Colorful paper backgrounds. D. Messages about weather issues.2. What should participants keep in mind A. Requirements of digital copies. B. Timely mailing of personal works.C Introduction of design experiences. D. Face-to-face contact with local directors.3. Which of the following can teachers aid in A. Selecting excellent works for entry. B. Arranging transportation for winners.C. Determining the theme of the contest. D. Organizing a school-level competition.BAfter graduating from high school, we kept in touch. But as we got older, years passed without our seeing each other. We changed careers, circumstances, and addresses.In the spring of 2014, after Rich and Chris spent a weekend biking trails together in Virginia, Chris suggested the three of us plan a tour. I had worried some before that first tour. How well did we know each other after all these years Did we have as much in common as we used to Would we have enough to talk about We might get tired and cranky (烦躁). What if none of it was fun I needn’t have worried. We have enough to talk about. We know each other better, now, than ever. We get tired and cranky. Yes, it’s fun. On the trail we talk about friends we have in common and friends we don’t, books, movies, and music. We talk about places we’ve lived or traveled, and other places we might tour. We talk about the things we can’t let go of; things we did, or failed to do; opportunities we missed, or took; choices, good and bad.Moving through a changing landscape, following the rivers or the coast, seems to open us to wider, if not deeper, thinking. Having no goal other than to reach our accommodation before dark presents an unanticipated opportunity to stretch our understanding of each other and ourselves. Unhurried days in nature in the company of friends turn out to be beneficial to reflection.Some places on the trails stay with me more than others. Encounters, too. Like the elderly retriever (寻回犬) on Prince Edward Island, waiting for us at the door of Shaw’s Hotel. It’s because, I think, the pleasures that we don’t anticipate stay with us longest and get richer over time. Among these are friendships that persist despite life’s weather, or because of it.As I write, Chris and Rich are preparing to fly to California, where we’ll ride the Monterey Peninsula and Big Sur, near my home. Already, Tour 3 is underway: In our messages we joke with one another, testing out our lines. We plan, we disagree and cavil (挑剔), we express enthusiasm, and we start conversations, knowing they’ll continue on the trails.4. What was the author’s primary concern about the planned tour in 2014 A. The cost of the weekend trip. B. The difficulty of the biking trails.C. The physical challenges on the trip. D. The potential of failing to enjoy the trip.5. What is one of the benefits of traveling together without a specific goal A. It increases physical strength. B. It encourages deeper thoughts.C. It improves communicating skills. D. It leads to discovering rare landscapes.6. What does the author imply about unexpected pleasures A. They fade quickly with time. B. They grow deeper over time.C. They depend on travel modes. D. They become less meaningful.7. Why does the author mention Tour 3 in the last paragraph A. To contrast with past experiences. B. To highlight an upcoming travel plan.C. To indicate a continuation of friendship. D. To emphasize unresolved disagreements.CJordan Williams, a public high school student, is a member of Deanwood Radio Broadcast Youth Journalism Program. Jordan attended a press conference at The Boy’s and Girl’s Club to interview retired American basketball star Magic Johnson. Standing with the professional are reporters and Jordan asked the famous athlete why he wanted to visit a youth club in Washington. Magic answered that he wanted to make a difference. And he meant it. He offered Jordan a full scholarship on the spot.Salih Williams, the director of the media program, established the Deanwood program to address what he describes as a “language barrier” between local media and teenagers in this city. “I knew the value of developing young voices. From the beginning, it was not just to develop communication skills but also to involve them in news,” he said.The program is committed to teaching students about doing research, communication, and interviewing skills as well as how to engage with news media. The students complete 30 to 40 interviews a year. Williams says these skills will help the students whether they decide to stay in journalism or go into a different field.Ayonlah Carter is a graduate of the program. “It allows us to express ourselves or just voice our opinions. And in a bigger sense, this is a group with black and brown kids. So, it’s nice to be in a space without discrimination. We’re making a difference. And I feel that 15 years from now we’re going to see a lot more black journalists,” she said.Jordan adds that connections are critical in succeeding and growing. “There are dozens of people there to listen to us and our questions. Whatever we need, they’re there to help. I think that’s what makes the program so special.” Jordan says he enjoys hearing success stories from people who share a similar background. He hasn’t even started college, but he already has his sights on being a role model someday, like those he has learned from.8. Why did Magic Johnson visit the youth club in Washington A. To motivate young students. B. To meet professional reporters.C. To select young talented athletes. D. To participate in a basketball game.9. What is the main purpose of the Deanwood program according to Williams A. To provide scholarships for promising young students.B. To develop teenagers’ ability to host press conferences.C. To advance the ties between local media and teenagers.D. To train students to become professional news reporters.10. What does Ayonlah Carter think of the program A. It focuses on developing communication skills.B. It guarantees college admissions for participants.C. It offers a number of job opportunities to graduates.D. It creates a space for equality and freedom of speech.11. What does Jordan want to emphasize from his own experience A. The effectiveness of the program. B. The possibility of being connected.C. The need for academic excellence. D. The value of independent learning.DThe Sol Reader is a new and creative e-book reader that you wear on your face, just like a pair of sunglasses.If the humble Kindle isn’t good enough any more and you’re looking for the next big thing in the e-book reader space, you may want to check out the Sol Reader, an amazing device shaped like a pair of sunglasses. Slightly similar to a VR headset, the Sol Reader is a simple tool designed only as a hands-free e-reader. Weighing around 100 grams and shaped like a pair of black sunglasses, the Sol Reader was created for a more comfortable reading experience, like reading a book while lying down. But, before you ask no, you will not be able to turn pages with your eyes or the power of your mind.The Sol Reader features a pair of 1.3-inch side-lit e-ink displays, each capable of displaying 65,536 pixels (像素). The device also has a diopter (屈光度) adjustment built in, so people who wear glasses or contact lenses (隐形眼镜) can use it without wearing additional vision correction. One of the main advantages of the Sol Reader is that it can suppress all outside visual influences, allowing the reader to focus on the e-book.The pages of the Sol Reader are projected against a dark background and the reading experience is described by its producer as similar to looking at the pages of an actual book. To turn over the pages, users push buttons on a remote-like controller, so reading on this thing isn’t technically completely hands-free.The Sol Reader has a built-in battery that should provide about 30 hours of reading time on a single charge, which doesn’t seem like a lot compared to traditional e-book readers. The storage capability is limited to 64 MB, but the headset wirelessly connects to a mobile iOs or Android app that allows DRM-free EPUB files to be copied over, so you don’t have to store all your e-books on it.12. What is the Sol Reader designed to do A. To help readers lie down to read. B. To prevent readers’ eyes tiredness.C. To offer convenient e-book reading. D. To allow total hands-free reading.13. What is one feature of the Sol Reader A. It can correct readers’ vision. B. It can turn pages with one’s eyes.C. It is cheap but difficult to operate. D. It is light and comfortable to wear.14. What does the underlined word “suppress” in paragraph 3 probably mean A. Contribute to. B. Block out. C. Withdraw from. D. Allow for.15. What does the author want to stress about the Sol Reader in the last paragraph A. Its extended battery life B. Its large storage capacity.C. Its hands-free reading feature. D. Its wireless connectivity to apps.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。Taking responsibility for oneself and one’s actions is a critical skill for teenagers to learn. So, how can parents teach their teenagers responsibility so that their children are better equipped to handle the “real world” ____16____Be on time for commitments. It is a great responsibility for teens, because it gives them control over every aspect of their lives. ____17____ parents may help their teens set necessary alarms as a reminder of when to leave the house. They may also discuss timing with their teens, how to get to the required location, and help them find an efficient route to the location.____18____ This is an excellent responsibility for teens, because there are built-in consequences for failing to be responsible. Parents may aid their teens by discussing what elements go into creating a balanced and satisfying meal and making sure that their teens have access to these food materials.Meet school deadlines. Deadlines always exist in college and careers, so it is vital that teens learn how to motivate themselves and keep themselves responsible for meeting their academic deadlines. ____19____ By providing occasional reminders about deadlines on apps, teens are more aware of their academic responsibilities.Have domestic chores (杂物) daily. Teens typically don’t enjoy doing chores, but chores are necessary because they are training opportunities for real-life responsibilities. Cooking, cleaning, laundry are all tasks that teenagers will have to do. ____20____ Consider your teen’s schedule and abilities when assigning tasks. Also, be specific so that your teenager knows what you expect of them.A. Make breakfast, lunch, supper and snacks.B. Have food delivered to door using food delivery apps.C. Parents can help by providing instructions for their teens.D. Being responsible shows that a person is capable and reliable.E It trains them to be responsible for arrivals and arrangements.F. In that case, teens are more likely to become independent learners.G. This guide explains some ways teens practice handling responsibility.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。My dad was never much of a talker. He didn’t tell stories about himself at the dinner table or when we went for walks in the park. He was a ____21____ person and seemed to want to stay that way.But when my relationship and career both took a hit a year ago, things had to ____22____. In a moment of ____23____, it occurred to me that sending an email might be the ____24____. An email can be crafted (精心制作) slowly and carefully. I could speak at a comfortable ____25____ and give him room to adjust. So I wrote him a message. I told him about my ____26____ and fears, and I asked him to answer.Two weeks later, it ____27____ in my mailbox: a scanned, three-page document with the title handwritten m my father’s ____28____ all caps (全大写字母): “PEOPLE I LIKED, BY LUIGIC.” Dad had carefully considered my ____29____, reached back into his memory and ____30____ a response — his history of love, longing, self-doubt, struggle and ____31____. It was seeing his love in writing that gave me ____32____.I closed the email and started to cry. I cried because I wished I had opened up earlier but was ____33____ it wasn’t too late, and because I thought I knew him and now ____34____ there was so much I hadn’t discovered.We’ve since had many email ____35____. It’s hard to talk to dads sometimes. I’m glad I found a way to talk to mine21. A. active B. lonely C. quiet D. generous22. A. stop B. change C. end D. disappear23. A. freedom B. hopelessness C. cooperation D. action24. A. key B. principle C. advice D. problem25. A. entrance B. procedure C. position D. distance26. A. regrets B. excuses C. hobbies D. discoveries27. A. broke down B. showed up C. came back D. took off28. A. unique B. pointless C. technical D. beneficial29. A. plan B. favor C. expectation D. message30. A. predicted B. ignored C. delivered D. received31. A. appreciation B. influence C. optimism D. innocence32. A. understanding B. courage C. impression D. conflict33. A. proud B. grateful C. annoyed D. confused34. A. confirmed B. accompanied C. realized D. represented35. A. events B. exchanges C. tests D. challenges第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)阅读下面短文,在空白处填入一个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。What does it take to become a lion You’ll need risk-taking kung fu artistry, striking costume designs and dexterous choreography for starters. And a passion for storytelling. Lion dance is a ____36____ (constant) evolving practice. ____37____ (root) in a cultural legacy going back at least 2000 years, its rhythmic expressions are innovated across generations.In lion dance, two individuals become one: the lion’s ____38____ (express) head guided by one dancer, its footwork and tail by another, ____39____ (create) a spectacle accompanied by the rhythmic pulse of drums representing the lion’s life pulse. There are many regional differences ____40____ how the performance is held and the customs that are followed.In the north of China, the lion usually has long orange/yellow fur and performs acrobatics, such as balancing on ____41____ huge ball. The southern lion is originated in Guangdong. It ____42____ (involve) the moves of southern Chinese kung fu, ____43____ holds an explosive, martial energy (while still retaining some of the acrobatic moves). Today, there are many modern styles of lion dance focused on ____44____ (compete) and showmanship. These styles are mainly practiced in southern China. Their lion is a lot ____45____ (light) with more jumps and acrobatics.第四部分 写作(共两节;满分40分)第一节(满分15分)46. 假定你是李华,上周五你参加了学校组织的为期一天的野外踏青活动。请你给美国朋友Chris写一封邮件分享此次活动,内容包括:1. 活动内容;2. 你的感受。注意:1. 词数80左右;2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。野外踏青:spring outingDear Chris,___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Yours,Li Hua第二节(满分好分)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。Mary had always been passionate about photography. Ever since she was a little girl, she loved capturing (捕捉) moments, freezing time with her camera, and telling stories through images. Her talent was undeniable; she had a unique eye for detail and an ability to capture raw emotions in her photos. The way she played with natural light and found beauty in ordinary corners had become her distinctive style. Her work was admired by many, and she had even won a few top awards.Yet, despite her success, there was one thing Mary couldn’t escape — her struggle with her body image. Mary had always been overweight, and her reflection in the mirror often made her feet disconnected from the confident, successful person others saw. And she couldn’t shake the feeling or discomfort when she saw herself in photos. She thought her body didn’t fit the typical standards of beauty. So, she hid behind her camera, comfortable in the role of the observer.One evening, at the opening of her latest exhibition, Mary found herself encircled by admirers. The gallery walls were lined with her works, each one telling a story and highlighting her artistry. Viewers moved from piece to piece, expressing their appreciation as they absorbed the emotions she had captured.Beside her award-winning photograph Daybreak Solitude, Mary responded to a visitor’s inquiry about her inspiration. As she spoke, she gestured with enthusiasm; her hands moved energetically to stress key details and her face lit up with passionate energy. At that moment, she forgot about her insecurities. She wasn’t thinking about how she looked; she was fully immersed (沉浸于) in her art and the stories her photographs told. Unbeknownst (不为……所知) to her, a young photography student named Emma stood quietly in the corner. Watching Mary speak with such passion, Emma saw something beautiful. Without hesitation, Emma lifted her instant camera and captured the moment.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。After the exhibition, Emma approached Mary and handed her the photo she had taken.___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________That photograph became a turning point for Mary.___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2024-2025(下)高二期中调研测试英语注意事项考生在答题前请认真阅读本注意事项及各题答题要求:1. 本试卷共10页,包含听力(共30分)、阅读(共50分)、语言运用(共30分)、写作(共40分)四部分。本次考试满分为150分,考试时间为120分钟。2. 答题前,请您务必将自己的姓名、考试号等用黑色0.5毫米签字笔填写在答题卡上。3. 作答非选择题必须用书写黑色字迹的0.5毫米签字笔写在答题卡上的指定位置,在其它位置作答一律无效。第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)第一节(共5小题;每题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,每段对话仅读一遍。1. How does the woman feel about the man’s words A. Convinced. B. Annoyed. C. Surprised.2 Where are the speakers A. In a registration office. B. In a bar. C. In the street.3. What does the man like about the painting A. The natural shadows. B. The real-life scene. C. The vivid colors.4. What is the man aping A. Helping a beginner. B. Training his muscles. C. Selling a machine.5. What are the speakers mainly talking about A. Where to have dinner.B. When to meet a neighbor.C. What to expect for the evening.第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。6. Why does the woman want to ask for a leave A. To get married. B. To vacation overseas. C. To attend a wedding.7. When might the conversation take place A. In July. B. In August. C. In September.听第7段材料,回答第8至10题。8. What is Mike probably doing now A. Having a bath. B. Making a call. C. Frying some eggs.9. What happened to the woman the other day A. She failed to start her car.B. She got trapped in a flood.C. She encountered a water leak.10. What do we know about the speakers’ working place A. It’s in bad condition. B. It’s short of parking space. C. It’s in a convenient position.听第8段材料,回答第11至13题。11. How will the man and his wife get to New Hampshire A. By bus. B. By plane. C. By train.12. What is the highlight of the trip according to the woman A. Hotel accommodation. B. Room service. C. Quality food.13. What may attract the man most A. Affordable cost. B. Various activities. C. Natural views.听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。14. What will Jake do this afternoon A. Make some snacks. B. Take a dance class. C. Practice soccer.15. How is Mel’s life right now A. Tiring. B. Exciting. C. Boring.16. What can we know about Amy A. She is responsible for teaching.B. She is fond of exercising.C. She is good at cooking.17. What’s the probable relationship between Mel and Dan A. Relatives. B. Neighbors. C. A couple.听第10段材料,回答第18至20题。18. What kind of person is Buckminster Fuller A. Open-minded. B. Far sighted. C. High-spirited.19. What can we learn about Buckminster’s structure A. It reduces construction time.B. It makes full use of resources.C. It draws inspiration from the globe.20. What is the speaker A. A university lecturer. B. A house designer. C. A program host.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【1~3题答案】【答案】1. D 2. B 3. AB【4~7题答案】【答案】4. D 5. B 6. B 7. CC【8~11题答案】【答案】8. A 9. C 10. D 11. AD【12~15题答案】【答案】12. C 13. D 14. B 15. 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。【16~20题答案】【答案】16. G 17. E 18. A 19. F 20. C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. B 23. B 24. A 25. D 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. D 30. C 31. C 32. B 33. B 34. C 35. B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. constantly37. Rooted 38. expressive39. creating40. in 41. a42. involves43. which petition45. lighter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 Chris,I’m writing to share with you my participation in a one-day spring outing organized by my school last Friday. It was a rare chance for us to get close to nature.We gathered at school at 8 a.m. and took a bus to a forest park. We hiked through the forest observed and photographed a variety of wildlife there. At noon, we had a picnic lunch. Over lunch, my classmates and I played fun games like drawing and riddle guessing, which made everyone laugh. In the afternoon, the teacher taught us some survival skills, such as how to avoid getting lost in the forest and rescue ourselves.Not only did the experience enrich our out-of-school life, but also built up our body and shape our character. We are expecting the next opportunity.Yours,Li Hua第二节(满分好分)【47题答案】【答案】Paragraph 1:After the exhibition, Emma approached Mary and handed her the photo she had taken. Mary stared at the photo and froze. It captured her in the midst of her passionate explanation, her eyes shining with joy, her hands gesturing and her whole being radiating with love for her work. For the first time, she didn’t feel embarrassed about her weight or her face shape. Instead, she saw a woman completely in her element, sharing her art with the world. And she recognized beauty which was not defined by conventional standards but by the very qualities she always captured in others.Paragraph 2:That photograph became a turning point for Mary. Mary realized she had been applying different standards to herself than to her subjects. When she photographed others, she always focused on capturing their spirit and their genuine moments. Yet, she had denied herself the same kindness. Determined to change that, she began taking self-portraits as acts of celebration rather than criticism. Through this process, Mary discovered that true beauty goes beyond the physical appearance; it’s about embracing who you are, finding your own value and letting your passion shine through. 展开更多...... 收起↑ 资源预览