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重庆市名校联盟2025-2026学年度第一期第一次联合考试
英语试卷(高2026届)
本试卷共10页，满分150分。考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1.作答前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考场号、座位号填写在试卷的规定位置上。
2.作答时，务必将答案写在答题卡上，写在试卷及草稿纸上无效。
3.考试结束后，须将答题卡、试卷、草稿纸一并交回(本堂考试只将答题卡交回)。
第一部分 听力 (共两节，满分30分)
做题时，请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转涂到答题卡上。
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。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。
例: How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15.
答案是C。
1. Which person does the man want to follow
A. The man on the bus. B. The woman in the taxi.
C. The man on the motorcycle.
2. Where should the man put used envelopes
A. In the biggest box. B. In the medium-sized box.
C. In the smallest box.
3. What record did the woman just break
A. Her personal record. B. The school record.
C. The national record.
4. When will the flight take off
A. At 4 o’ clock. B. At 5 o’ clock. C. At 6o’ clock.
5. Where does the conversation most likely take place
A. At a cinema. B. At the speakers’ home. C. At a restaurant.
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，并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。
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
6. What is the woman doing
A. Asking the way. B. Making a reservation.
C. Getting help with her bags.
7. How will the woman go next
A. By taxi. B. On foot. C. By subway.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8. What are the speakers doing
A. Attending a party. B. Discussing a lecture.
C. Working part-time at a hospital.
9. Which job has the woman applied for
A. Waitress. B. Volunteer. C. Salesgirl.
10. What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A. Father and daughter. B. Teacher and student. C. Classmates.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
11. Why did the man's aunt and uncle leave their home
A. To visit family. B. To have a vacation.
C. To escape the natural disaster.
12. How do the man's relatives find out what the volcano is doing
A. They call their relatives. B. They read the newspaper.
C. They watch news programs.
13. What do the man's aunt and uncle think about San Francisco
A. It isn't very fun. B. It's too cold.
C. It's scary to visit.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14. What are the speakers talking about
A. Their trip abroad. B. Vacation plans.
C. Cultural differences.
15. Why doesn't the woman want to go to Mexico
A. She's afraid of flying. B. She hates the food there.
C. She went there with her cousin last summer.
16. What do we know about the man
A. He relaxes himself through music during the flight.
B. He's been learning Spanish for a year.
C. He can fluently speak Spanish.
17. What probably makes the woman change her mind
A. The beauty of the beaches in Mexico.
B The possibility of learning some Spanish.
C. Many people speaking English in Mexico.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18. In which year did Ritchie Valens make his first record
A. 1950. B. 1958. C. 1959.
19. What was Ritchie Valens's most famous song
A. La Bamba. B. American Pie. C. Donna.
20. Who got a seat on the plane because of illness
A Don McLean. B. Buddy Holly. C. J. P. Richardson.
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)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
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21. What do we know about the National Geographic Society
A. It is good at developing natural resources.
B. It is aiming at offering food to homeless people.
C. It is devoted to environmental conservation.
D. It is committed to teaching the storytelling skills.
22. How can we become a member of National Geographic Society
A. By donating$40. B. By protecting Ocean.
C. By backing the society's explorers. D. By conserving marine life.
23. What is the main purpose of the text
A. To describe the current state of the world's ocean ecosystem.
B. To call on people to join the National Geographic Society.
C. To introduce the history of the National Geographic Society.
D. To explain the scientific methods used in environmental protection.
B
Huang Xuhua, chief designer of China's first-generation nuclear submarines, left us onFebrurary 6th, 2025. But his great deeds and strong spirit will always stay in our hearts and keep lighting up China's way forward.
Born in March 1926 to a family of doctors in Guangdong province, Huang was the third child of his parents. After spending his boyhood in wartime, he entered Shanghai Jiao TongUniversity to study shipbuilding. The memories of the hard times of China under foreign attacks made him study hard. He joined the Communist Party of China in 1949, right after his graduation. In 1958, he was chosen to join the research team tasked with designing China's first nuclear submarine.
The challenges were overwhelming. Yet, Huang accepted it without hesitation. For the next three decades, Huang disappeared from the public life. He couldn't reveal his work even to his closest family. The team members didn't have any computers or digital calculator, so they used abacuses(算盘) and rulers to solve probelms. To ensure the right calculation results, they were divided into three groups to make the calculations at the same time. They faced numerous failures and moments of despair, but they never gave up.
In 1970, their hard work paid off. China's first nuclear submarine was successfully launched, making China the fifth country in the world to possess this technology. But Huang's name was kept secret until 1987 when he finally reunited with his 93-year-old mother.
Due to his outstanding contributions, Huang was given the Medal of the Republic, China's highest honor in 2019.
24. How long did Huang Xuhua work in secret on the nuclear submarine project
A. About 10 years. B. About 20 years. C. About 30 years. D. About 40 years.
25. What was the main challenge Huang Xuhua faced in his work
A. Language barriers with foreign experts.
B. Lack of support from the government.
C. Opposition from his family members.
D. Limited resources and complete secrecy.
26. What can we learn from Huang Xuhua's story
A. Technological progress requires international cooperation.
B. Personal success is more important than national interests.
C. Courage means persisting through difficulties for a greater cause.
D. Scientific research should always be conducted in public.
27. The most suitable title for this passage would be .
A. The Overnight Success of China's Nuclear Program.
B. Thirty Years of Silent Dedication.
C. The Life of a Famous Scientist.
D. How to Build a Nuclear Submarine.
C
If your day starts with a harsh alarm sound, you might want to rethink your wake-up routine.New research from the University of Virginia’ s School of Nursing suggests that the way you’ re waking up could be putting unnecessary stress on your heart.
Nursing doctoral student Yeonsu Kim studied 32 participants and found that being forced awake —— like by a loud phone alarm —— can lead to a significant morning blood pressure surge.This happens when your body is suddenly shifted from sleep to wakefulness. And it was found to be 74% higher in participants who were awakened by an alarm after five hours of sleep compared to those who woke up naturally. And that's no small concern —— morning blood pressure surges have been linked to serious cardiovascular(心血管的) risks, including stroke and heart attack.
The increase in blood pressure activates your sympathetic nervous system —— the same system that sets off the“fight or flight” response. That can lead to a rapid heartbeat, anxiety,exhaustion, and even physical symptoms like headaches and nosebleeds.
The good news There are better, healthier ways to greet the day. Instead of relying on harsh alarms, many people are turning to gentler methods —— and research backs them up. One popular option is a gradual light alarm, also known as a sunrise alarm clock. These devices imitate the rising sun by slowly increasing in brightness over a set period of time. The gentle light helps signal your body to reduce melatonin(褪黑激素) production and transition into wakefulness more naturally, reducing dizziness and morning stress.
There are also alarm apps that use soft music or nature sounds that gradually get louder,helping you wake without shocking your system. A 2020 study even found that melodic sounds—— like a song you can sing along with —— help reduce sleep inertia, a sleepy, heavy feeling that can linger for hours after waking up.
Small changes can make a big difference in how your body starts the day and your heart will thank you for it!
28. What physical symptoms can be caused by activating the sympathetic nervous system
A. Nervousness and tiredness. B. Slower heartbeat.
C. Improved sleep quality. D. Reduced melatonin levels.
29. What is the main idea of the fourth paragraph
A. The dangers of using traditional alarm clocks.
B. The importance of getting enough sleep every night.
C. The introduction and benefits of gradual light alarms.
D. How melatonin affects our sleep quality.
30. What can be inferred from the research findings mentioned in the passage
A. People who wake up naturally never experience morning blood pressure surges.
B. Gradual waking methods may lower the risk of heart-related diseases.
C. Reducing melatonin production immediately improves cardiovascular health.
D. Loud alarms are the primary cause of strokes and heart attacks worldwide.
31. What is the main purpose of the passage
A. To persuade us to stop using alarms.
B. To criticize modern sleep habits.
C. To compare different types of alarm sounds.
D. To explain the dangers of sudden wake- up methods
D
Carved into the cliffs above the Dachuan River, the Mogao Caves, south- east of theDunhuang oasis, Gansu province, contain the largest, richest, and longest used treasure house ofBuddhist art in the world. It was first constructed in 366 AD and represents the great achievement of Buddhist art from the 4th to the 14th century. Four hundred and ninety- two caves are presently preserved, housing about 45,000 square meters of murals(壁画) and more than2,000 painted sculptures. Cave 302 of the Sui Dynasty contains one of the oldest and most vivid scenes of cultural exchanges along the Silk Road, showing a camel pulling a cart typical of trade missions of that period.
As evidence of the evolution of Buddhist art in the northwest region of China, the MogaoCaves are of unmatched historical value. These works provide an abundance of vivid materials depicting various aspects of medieval(中世纪的) politics, economics, culture, arts, religion,ethnic relations, and daily dress in western China. Many of these masterpieces are creations of an unparalleled aesthetic(美学的) talent.
The discovery of the Library Cave at the Mogao Caves in 1990, together with the tens of thousands of manuscripts and relics it contained, has been acclaimed as the world's greatest discovery of ancient Oriental(东方的) culture. This significant heritage provides invaluable reference for studying the complex history of ancient China and Central Asia.
The Mogao Caves were included on the World Heritage List in 1987. At the state level,China has put all World Heritage Sites under top- level protection. In 1961, the Mogao Caves were listed as one of the State Priority protected Sites by the State Council and were put under the protection of national laws, including the Law of the People's Republic of China on theProtection of Cultural Relics. The Administrative Institution of the Mogao Caves has been cooperating with international counterparts(同行) to study conservation and site management and looks forward to continuing its work in preserving the heritage of the site.
32. What can we infer from Cave 302 of the Sui Dynasty
A. It is important for the study of ancient craftsmanship.
B. It has great value for the study of the history of the Silk Road.
C. It shows the evolution of Buddhist art in ancient China.
D. It's important for the research of the history of Central Asia.
33. What does the underlined word“depicting” in paragraph 2 probably mean
A. Process. B. Observe. C. Intend. D. Portray.
34. What's the author's feeling about the discovery of Library Cave
A. Proud. B. Amazed. C. Doubtful. D. Bored.
35. What's the author's purpose of writing the last paragraph
A. To introduce the laws that protect the Mogao Caves.
B. To explain the measures taken to protect the Mogao Caves.
C. To give advice on how to protect the Mogao Caves.
D. To tell us that the Mogao Caves are well protected.
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。
How to Deal with Impossible People
Most people know someone who seems to make every situation a negative and unmanageable one. 36 , as they likely don't see a problem with their behavior. Here are tips to help you navigate interactions with these people.
Avoid getting defensive. Stay calm, and be aware that you will never win in an argument with impossible people —— they are referred to as“impossible” for a reason. In their mind, you are the problem. 37 . They' ve already decided that your opinion doesn't matter and your defence is a decorative evidence.
Adjust your strategy. 38 , so treat it like a game. Learn the impossible person's strategy,and develop counter strategies ahead of time. Eventually you' ll find what works and what doesn't, plus you' ll probably feel better as you realize you' re three steps ahead, outwitting(智胜)them at every turn. Just remember your ultimate goal is to help free yourself mentally, not become the person's master.
39 . Impossible people offer valuable life experiences. After dealing with them, you will be able to get along with most other people more easily. Try to keep perspective, and realize that what may seem crazy to you may be another person's only way of coping. Try to view these interactions as a way to build strengths such as flexibility, grace, and tolerance.
Watch out for picking up impossible people's characteristics. You tend to pick up on the behavior of those around you. For this reason, you could find yourself adopting the very characteristics that you dislike by accident. You may engage in the same illogical behavior in response to the impossible person. 40 .
A. Consider what you can learn
B. Accept the situation
C. Catch yourself when you start to do this
D. Sometimes you can't leave the situation
E. Pointing out that these people are difficult and demanding won't help
F. So nothing you say can convince them to see your side of the story
G. An impossible person is convinced that they have already made a mistake
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。
One sunny afternoon, Jack and I rode hard towards his house. The sun shone 41 onJack's black bicycle. You would never see his bike with 42 on it. As I bent over, I took a glimpse of Jack’ s shining school 43 . Jack was always neat and tidy, but his clothes were old and 44 . I often 45 if he owned anything else.
We turned into a street lined with small, old railway houses. Jack opened a gate and we went through it. I got off my bike and 46 it against the garage wall. It was a small,whitewashed house. The tiny area of lawn was neatly 47 .
We went in by the back door. The kitchen had a cupboard, a small dining table with three chairs and an ancient cooker. Everything was 48 clean.
In Jack's room, it had a bed, a one-door closet, and a table. Several books were 49against the wall on one corner of the table, and on the other corner 50 a model steam engine. Jack demonstrated to me how the engine 51 . I looked at Jack’ s face and a broad smile spread over it.
Feeling ashamed, I reflected that I grew up in a 52 wealthy home. My closet was53 with new and fashionable clothes. I had a state-of-the-art ten-speed racing bike. 54 ,I often did not appreciate what I had. I took it all for granted. By contrast, Jack had almost nothing, but he was happy and 55 . Thank you, Jack, for unknowingly teaching me the value of being satisfied with what I' ve got.
41. A. briefly B. regularly C. slowly D. brightly
42. A. dirt B. decorations C. passengers D. damage
43. A. coat B. tie C. shoes D. hat
44. A. generous B. clean C. ugly D. worn
45. A. meant B. wondered C. argued D. knew
46. A. protected B. accepted C. rested D. covered
47. A. drawn B. crossed C. waved D. shaped
48. A. spotlessly B. nearly C. naturally D. severely
49. A. spread B. stored C. placed D. hidden
50. A. lied B. stood C. set D. put
51. A. rose B. admitted C. flamed D. worked
52. A. traditionally B. humbly C. relatively D. respectively
53. A. stuffed B. engaged C. equipped D. surrounded
54. A. Therefore B. Nevertheless C. Otherwise D. Subsequently
55. A. energetic B. modest C. curious D. content
第二节 (共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
“Xueba 01”, 56 (know) as China's first robot PhD student, 57 (draw) much attention since its registration at the Shanghai Theatre Academy (STA). This event shows that artificial intelligence is now part of higher education.
“Xueba 01” was made by a team led by Professor Li Qingdu from the University ofShanghai for Science and Technology. As 58 “embodied AI”, the robot learns artistic creation through physical 59 (interact). It is 1.75 meters tall and weighs about 30 kilograms.Its flexible silicone skin allows it 60 (make) human-like facial expressions and gestures.
During the orientation, “Xueba 01” got its student ID and talked with Pan Tao, a famousCCTV news host. After their talk, Pan said, “It answers very fast. It uses both words and eye contact, 61 was more than I expected.” It is equipped 62 advanced technology,enabling it to communicate and express 63 (emotion) like humans. It will work with human students in workshops, lab research, and creative projects, 64 (help) to explore new kinds of digital art.
In the future, it will make much 65 (great) contributions to the field of digital art, and we are all looking forward to seeing its wonderful performance in the academy.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节 (满分15分)
假设你是明光中学的学生李华，你的英国笔友 Mike在邮件中提到，他感觉中国的科技产品在全球越来越有影响力，但了解不多。请你给他写一封回信，与他分享一个你欣赏的中国品牌。
内容包括：
1.简要介绍该品牌及其成就；
2.阐述它带给你的启示。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.请按书信格式作答，信的开头已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Mike,
I am so glad to receive your email and learn about your interest in Chinese brands.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节 (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。
Waking up, I looked at the overcast sky, thought a bit and then decided to go to work after all. This was two years ago, when I worked at a bank. As I travelled from my house, the rain kept advancing. I reached the office quite smoothly, but a few hours later, our phones started buzzing with news of flooding in various parts of the city.
Looking out of the window, my colleagues and I found that the steady drizzle(毛毛雨) had grown into a downpour. We got a bit nervous, since none of us in the city have forgotten its worst floods a decade ago.
At about 12:30 pm, after an alert from the city government, the bank let the staff leave early.Some colleagues, who had already left, called to say that they were stranded(被滞留的). The train services had been stalled(停止运转) and there were no other means of transport available either. A senior colleague, who happened to live in the same district, offered me a lift in his car. Iagreed happily, and so did other colleagues, since it would have been risky to walk into the driving rain.
The rain poured down continuously, with waist-high water soon on the road. In the midway,the rainwater reached our car's engine. We had no option but to park nearby. The first dry place we found was under a giant tree. We also spotted a tea stall nearby and got ourselves some much-needed tea and refreshments.
All along, I got phone calls from my wife and parents, who were tracking the flood situation on TV and anxious for me. We looked up weather updates on our mobile phones and got more and more tense—— home seemed far away. If it had not been for my portable(便携的)power bank, all our phones would have been dead.
Our train of thought was suddenly interrupted by a raised voice. We looked around and found a lady calling out from the balcony of a building behind us, “Please come in and make yourselves comfortable. How long will you stand out there ” She shouted out. We thanked her,but continued to wait.
注意：(1)续写词数应为150个左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
After half an hour or so, I felt a touch on my shoulder.
We didn't want further favours, but the family seemed to sense our must to spend the night.
重庆市名校联盟2025-2026学年度第一期第一次联合考试
英语答案（高2026届）
1-5 CAACB 6-10 ACACB 11-15 CCBBA 16-20 BABAC
21. C 22. A 23. B
24. C 25. D 26. C 27. B
28. A 29. C 30. B 31. D
32. B 33. D 34. A 35. D
36. E 37. F 38. D 39. A 40. C
41-45 DACDB 46-50 CDACB 51-55 DCABD
56. known 57. has drawn 58. an 59. interaction 60. to make
61. which 62. with 63. emotions 64. helping 65. greater
Possible version:
Dear Mike,
I was so glad to receive your email and learn about your interest in Chinese brands. You asked me to share one that I truly admire—and Huawei immediately came to mind.
As a global leader in communication technology, Huawei is not only known for its innovative products but also for its remarkable spirit. What inspires me most is its determination. Even when facing significant challenges, Huawei never gave up on its mission. Its story has taught me that real success comes from facing difficulties with confidence and perseverance, not avoiding them.
I believe brands like Huawei are truly illuminating the world stage. I’m really curious to know what you think! Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
【参考范文】
After half an hour or so, I felt a touch on my shoulder. The lady from the balcony came with her brother. They persuaded us to follow them. We were pleased to meet the family. We were offered tea and the use of their washroom. Grateful for everything, we assured them that we would leave as soon as the water went down. However, the family insisted that we have dinner that was being cooked for us.
We didn’t want further favours, but the family seemed to sense our must to spend the night. Despite our hesitation, they brought carpets and mats, spread them out and asked us to make ourselves comfortable. We were simply touched by their kindness. At about 4 am, the floodwaters finally started to go down. Extremely relieved at this, we started heading out. Not wanting to disturb our sleeping hosts, we quietly slipped a thank-you note under their door and left.
听力原文
Text1
M: I need to talk to that man. Let’s grab a taxi and follow him!
W: Which man The one that just got on a bus
M: No. The one that rode away on a motorcycle.
Text2
M: How do I separate my recycling material again
W: The big blue box is for paper products, the medium-sized one is for metal waste, and the small one is for plastic.
Text3
M: Wow, Jennifer! You just ran a new personal record! If you were three seconds faster, you would have broken this year’s school record.
W: My time is 10 seconds slower than the national record. I still have a lot of work to do.
Text4
W: It is already 4 o’ clock. My flight leaves in two hours.
M: You’d better leave now. Rush hour starts at 5 o’ clock.
Text5
W: Can you turn off the light in the kitchen, please I can see the reflection on the screen.
M: No problem. Do you want me to make us something to eat for the movie
Text6
M: May I help you
W: Yes, I have a reservation at a hotel. The address is One Beach Road. Can you tell me the best way to get there
M: Excellent choice, madam. You are staying at the best place in Singapore. To get there, you can take a taxi, or the underground also stops very nearby. From the stop, you’ll just have to walk several minutes to the front desk. But once you check in, the doorman will help you with your bags.
W: OK, the underground, and then a short walk. Thanks a lot.
Text7
W: How are you, Mr. Smith
M: Fine. It’s nice to see you. So, are you enjoying the party
W: Yeah, it’s great. The music, the decorations, the food…everything.
M: How time flies! I can’t believe all you kids are graduating. I don’t know when we can meet again.
W: Right. I will miss you. I’ll never forget your lively lectures and your sense of humor.
M: Thanks. Do you have any plans this summer before you go to college
W: I’ve applied for a job at a store as a salesgirl. Who else has plans for the vacation
M: Mary is applying for a part-time job at a restaurant, and Peter is going to volunteer at a hospital.
W: Wonderful! Oh, excuse me. Peter seems to be leaving. I just want to tell him something.
M: No problem.
Text8
W: Have your aunt and uncle left their home yet
M: Yes, they arrived in San Francisco two weeks ago. It seems like they’ll be staying with us for a while.
W: I hope it isn’t too long before they can return to Hawaii. Is their community in danger
M: No, it isn’t anywhere near the volcanic activity. It’s actually on the other side of the island. They left just in case the volcano erupts in a very big way. All the recent activity has been relatively slow. If the volcano explodes suddenly, it will be too late.
W: How long do your relatives plan to stay
M: I have no idea. Maybe another month, maybe two months... We watch the news every day to find out what the volcano is doing.
W: They must be afraid!
M: Not my aunt and uncle! They’ve lived in Hawaii all their lives. They’ve experienced a few major eruptions, too. They think it’s fun living with my family. They only complain that it’s too cold.
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M: Do you know what you’re going to do for spring break
W: My parents want to take my brother and me to Mexico. But I don’t really want to go outside the country.
M: Why not Mexico is supposed to be amazing!
W: To tell you the truth, I’m a little scared of flying.
M: Have you been on a plane before
W: Yeah, a few times… and I hated it every time!
M: Well, maybe you can just listen to some relaxing music during the flight.
W: I guess so. But I also don’t speak Spanish. How am I supposed to enjoy my vacation when I can’t even communicate with anyone
M: I’m sure you could pick up a few words. Spanish is a pretty easy language to learn. I’ve only been taking it for a year and I can already have some simple conversations with people. But tons of people in Mexico speak English.
W: They do
M: Of course. Have you seen pictures of the beaches in Mexico
W: Uh, no…
M: Take a look at this. My cousin went to Cancun last summer vacation, and he had a great time.
W: Wow, those are some beautiful beaches. Maybe I would like Mexico after all.
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Ritchie Valens is one of the most famous American rock and roll musicians from the 1950’s. He was born in Los Angeles, California to Mexican parents. When he was little, he taught himself to play the guitar, which he played for many years later. He was originally left-handed, but taught himself to play with his right. He also learned two other instruments. In 1958, someone heard his song Donna and helped him make his first record. One song, La Bamba, became an instant hit and is still considered one of the greatest songs of all time. Sadly, on February 3rd, 1959, Ritchie Valens died in a plane crash, along with two other famous musicians, Buddy Holly and J. P. Richardson. After a concert, some of the musicians decided to fly home. Unfortunately, there was only one small plane and not everyone could fit. J. P. Richardson was given a seat because he was sick. Ritchie Valens won a game with another musician, and Buddy Holly knew the pilot. That day is now remembered as “The Day the Music Died”. Another musician named Don McLean wrote a beautiful song for them called American Pie.

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