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内蒙古巴彦淖尔市第一中学2025-2026学年高二下学期5月期中英语试题
一、听力选择题
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1．How many parcels are expected to be delivered this year
A．30.8 billion. B．83 billion. C．95.5 billion.
2．What will be done to encourage greener packaging
A．All packages will be wrapped only once.
B．2,000 boxes recycle stations will be built.
C．New energy vehicles will be used to deliver packages.
3．What is on the list
A．The wrapping products.
B．The locations of recycle stations.
C．The types of new energy vehicles.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
4．Who is the Mini Camp intended for
A．Four-year-olds. B．Five-year-olds. C．Six-year-olds.
5．Which activity does the Older Summer Camp organize
A．Museum visits. B．Bowling games. C．Family gatherings.
6．What is a requirement for joining the field trips
A．Camping experience. B．Parental permission. C．Swimming skills.
7．What will the speaker do next
A．Collect fees. B．Answer questions. C．Show a short video.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
8．Which of the following just needed repairing
A．The windows. B．The shelves. C．The tables.
9．How often does History Society usually meet
A．Once a week. B．Once a month. C．Twice a month.
10．When will the Computer Club be open to the public
A．In August. B．In September. C．In October.
11．What will Sally Wainwright do on 22nd September
A．Share her new works. B．Introduce the IT room. C．Run the Book Club.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
12．Where do microplastics come from
A．The food chain. B．Daily items. C．New technologies.
13．What can people do to help solve the problem according to the woman
A．Use reusable bottles. B．Remove larger plastic items. C．Produce fewer skin care products.
14．What is a current effort against microplastics
A．Safe materials are being studied.
B．Bans on plastics are being drafted.
C．Packaging is required to carry a warning.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
15．What did Kong Xiangdong combine with Chinese folk music
A．Jazz music. B．Classical music. C．Popular music.
16．When did Kong Xiangdong’s mother buy a piano for him
A．In 1975. B．In1980. C．In1986.
17．How does the speaker probably feel about Kong Xiangdong
A．Generous. B．Kind-hearted. C．Creative.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
18．What did the man ask the bread store to do with the mooncakes
A．Print the woman’s name on them.
B．Add more sugar to taste better.
C．Reduce calories to make them healthier.
19．Who are unfit for mooncakes
A．People with high blood. B．People lacking nutrition. C．People on a diet.
20．What is the function of Chinese tea
A．Warming stomachs. B．Helping digest well. C．Reducing weight.
二、阅读理解
Humans are always exploring new ways to feel, look and live better. As with everything else in life, our approach to keeping fit and healthy has evolved over time. For as long as people have been exercising, we have been finding enjoyable and exciting ways to work out. Some trends have stood the test of time while others faded away.
Here are five iconic fitness trends through the decades:
Hula hooping-1950s
Hula hooping was a pastime for ancient Egyptians and Greeks. It rose in popularity in the 1950s when California toy company Wham-O successfully marketed a plastic version of the hula hoop, promising to help burn calories and slim waistlines. While the craze died out quickly, the hula hoop continues to be used as an effective exercise tool and for leisure.
Spinning-1990s
Spinning launched a cycling revolution in the 1990s which continues to this day, thanks to big-name gyms which have made cycling on stationary bikes a party for participants. Colour-changing lights, high-energy music and enthusiastic instructors have turned spin classes into a lively group activity which has attracted fans around the world.
CrossFit-2000s
CrossFit has been a firm favourite in the fitness scene since the 2000s. The activity is competitive yet communal, with scores being tracked on a board. Classes typically last an hour or less, making each session an intense and time-efficient workout which many are able to fit into their busy schedules.
HIIT-2020s
HIIT, which stands for High Intensity Interval Training, gained popularity during the Covid-19 pandemic, along with the rise of home workouts. Exercises, done in short, intense bursts, aim to build strength and endurance. It can be done through free online classes without any equipment, making it an affordable workout at home.
21．Why did hula hooping become popular in the 1950s
A．It was an ancient tradition. B．It was believed to lose weight.
C．It was easy to learn. D．It was a competitive class.
22．What made spinning classes fun in the 1990s
A．Long workout sessions. B．Outdoor cycling routes.
C．Free bikes for all students. D．Loud music and exciting atmosphere.
23．What is the main purpose of the article
A．To explain how fitness trends changed over time.
B．To advertise the newest workout programs in gyms.
C．To compare the benefits of different exercise trends.
D．To criticize short-lived fitness crazes throughout history.
Did you know that long ago, Singapore was full of wetlands, lakes, and small villages Even today, animals like wild pigs, monkeys, and snakes sometimes enter cities looking for food and shelter. This can be dangerous for them, especially on busy roads.
Singapore wants to become a “City in Nature” by 2030. The city is finding ways to protect natural spaces. Scientists are creating solutions to help wildlife live safely alongside people. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is key to these ideas.
Animals often cross highways and risk being hit by cars. Experts use technology like cameras and sound devices to study animal movement and decide where to build safe crossings. In 2019, the Mandai Wildlife Group (MWG) built a 140-meter-long bridge over a highway just for animals. Cameras showed that over 100 species used it. MWG also built fences to guide animals and rope bridges to help those living in trees move safely.
Singapore is also teaching communities how to keep animals safe. The Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (ACRES) receives over 1,000 calls each month to rescue wild animals in cities. “Often, we teach people how to handle the situation themselves,” said Karina Lim from ACRES. “This helps them feel more confident and respect animals more.” Wildlife expert Kiran Sujanani added, “Wild animals are usually shy and scared. If we give them space, they will often leave on their own.”
To live together peacefully, people need to understand why animals come near them and how they behave. Animal welfare groups advise people to do their part to avoid attracting wildlife to their homes. This includes not carrying visible plastic bags in areas with monkeys and storing waste properly. Education is the first step toward change. As one expert said, “Harmony begins with respect.” By learning about animals and respecting their homes, everyone can help protect them. Singapore’s journey shows that with community effort and STEM, people and wildlife can share spaces peacefully.
24．How is STEM primarily used to protect wildlife in Singapore
A．By building more roads and bridges.
B．By planning more natural parks for animals.
C．By using cameras and devices to frighten animals.
D．By researching animals and creating secure passages.
25．What can be inferred about ACRES’s work from the text
A．It wants to move all wild animals out of the city.
B．It encourages people to keep wild animals as pets.
C．It mainly focuses on finding new homes for wild animals.
D．It believes people should learn to deal with wildlife properly.
26．What is one suggested way to avoid attracting wildlife to residential areas
A．Making loud noises to scare animals away.
B．Feeding animals regularly to keep them calm.
C．Storing waste properly and keeping plastic bags out of sight.
D．Building higher fences and setting barriers around homes.
27．What is the main purpose of the passage
A．To discuss the dangers wild animals face in cities.
B．To explain how STEM helps humans and wildlife coexist.
C．To encourage readers to visit the natural parks in Singapore.
D．To introduce the history of wildlife conservation in Singapore.
In an analysis of 16 cities around the world, those that saw the biggest temperature rises over the years also had more rat complaints over time, researchers reported in Science Advances.
Jonathan Richardson, a researcher of the University of Richmond in Virginia, together with his team, gathered records of complaints made about rats over an average of 12 years from 13 US cities, as well as Toronto, Tokyo and Amsterdam. They found that among factors including levels of urbanization (城市化) , economic development, population growth and average temperatures, the strongest one associated with a faster rat race was the amount a city’s temperature had increased.
“The unseasonably warm winters of climate change,” Richardson says, “probably buy rats extra time outdoors. An extra week or two foraging (觅食) outdoors… that’s, in some cases, adequate for a rat to reproduce one more time.” Warming weather also means fewer opportunities to control rat populations. “There used to be a rodent (啮齿动物) season: Rats sought shelter indoors in winter with lower birth rates, allowing professionals to take advantage of the chance to control. Now it’s all year round,” says Bobby Corrigan, a rodentologist.
“When humans and rats share space, there are really a variety of risks coming along, ” says Niamh Quinn, a human-wildlife interactions advisor at the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources in Irvine. Rats not only make people jump and scream, but also chew up car wiring and eat crops and gardens. Their wastes pollute food that they get into, and they can spread diseases. They cause around 27 billion dollars in damage each year in the United States, and the world spends 500 million dollars per year fighting a losing battle against the creature. Higher temperatures may make matters worse;
“At some point there’s going to be hopefully not, but potentially the perfect storm, where we have all these increasing population, all these rodents but not enough tools in our toolbox to manage them, ” said Bobby.
28．What mainly contributes to the rise in rat populations in cities
A．The progression of urbanization. B．Increase in city-temperatures.
C．The shortening of rodent seasons. D．Improved reporting of rat complaints.
29．What does the underlined word “adequate” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Sufficient. B．Demanding. C．Unlikely. D．Unsuitable.
30．What does the author want to tell us in paragraph 4
A．Measures to track rat complaints. B．Damage of high temperatures.
C．The reasons for high birth rates of rats. D．The seriousness of the increasing rats.
31．What can be the best title for the text
A．More Rodent Activities Drive Hotter Climates. B．Major Cities Take Responsibility For Rat Rises.
C．Rodent Activities Impact the Climate Globally. D．Rising Rat Populations Result From Rising Heat.
A recent experiment tested whether coffee pulp (果肉), a leftover of the coffee growing process, could help bring Costa Rica’s rainforests back to life. Researchers tested two pieces of land to see how the coffee waste would affect deforested land, covering one area of grass with about 20 inches of the pulp and leaving the other untouched.
After two years, the piece of land given coffee pulp showed a remarkable improvement. 80 percent of the land was covered by young trees, some already 15 feet — including species that can grow as tall as 60 feet — compared to just 20 percent in the untreated land. In the coffee-fueled land, trees were also four times taller on average, and the soil was more nutritious.
“Not only does it give coffee producers an environment-friendly way to deal with their waste, but it also speeds up the timeline to bring back destroyed forests,” says Rebecca Cole, a study author. “It takes tropical forests hundreds of years to grow back. To have such tall trees in only two years is really amazing.”
Cole found that as the decomposed (腐烂的) remains of the grasses mix with the coffee’s nutritious layer, it creates a rich soil. That, in turn, attracts insects, which attracts birds, who then drop seeds into the land, as does the wind. Then comes the rebirth. So compared with just using coffee pulp and letting nature do the planting, it’s labor-intensive (劳动密集的) and expensive to bring back forests by planting trees.
While Cole’s experiment with coffee pulp successfully jump-started forest growth, there are downsides. Coffee pulp is really smelly. It also attracts a lot of other insects that are harmful to nearby humans. There’s also some concern that it will have harmful effects on watersheds. There can be some pollution.
While this experiment was carried out away from water sources, Cole says their future research will look at the possible impact on surrounding areas. In addition to researching the long-term impacts, Cole is interested in testing other agricultural byproducts. As long as the crop waste is nutritious and not harmful to human health, she would expect similar results.
32．What does Rebecca Cole think of the result of the experiment
A．It creates a win-win situation.
B．It agrees with previous studies.
C．It challenges traditional beliefs.
D．It brings about undesirable changes.
33．What can be inferred about bringing back forests by using coffee pulp
A．It is helpful but difficult.
B．It is impractical and useless.
C．It is money-saving and labor-saving.
D．It is environment-friendly but time-wasting.
34．Which of the following is the best title for the text
A．How to Protect the Rainforests in Costa Rica
B．The Disadvantages of Using Coffee Pulp in Forests
C．The Long-term Research on Agricultural Byproducts
D．Coffee Pulp: A New Way to Restore Costa Rica’s Rainforests
35．What may be Cole’s one future research focus
A．The effects of other crop waste.
B．Ways to speed up agricultural production.
C．The serious impacts of agricultural byproducts.
D．Methods of avoiding the side effects of coffee pulp.
Mr. Smith has been teaching science for over twenty years, but it was his latest project that really inspired his students. This semester, he introduced a greenhouse to the school garden. 36 The students were excited, eager to learn about planting and caring for different types of vegetables and flowers.
As the project progressed, he encouraged his students to take responsibility. 37 They learned about the science of ecosystems, the importance of photosynthesis, and how to track growth cycles. “I want to show you that science is more than just facts and figures. It’s about seeing the results of your hard work,” he would say.
One day, during lunch, a group of students gathered around the greenhouse. 38 They started discussing which vegetables would be ready to harvest by the end of the month. The excitement in their voices was obvious.
39 He knew that he had succeeded in making science meaningful. He encouraged his students to think critically. He believed that these lessons would help the students not only academically but also personally.
By the end of the semester, not only did the students gain knowledge about botany, but they also learned the value of teamwork and patience. The greenhouse became more than a classroom; it was a place of discovery and growth. Mr. Smith’s creative teaching method created a lasting impact. 40
A．It became a center of activity.
B．Mr. Smith smiled at their passion.
C．They eagerly shared their predictions.
D．Students learned how to start a conversation.
E．Mr. Smith was disappointed at the result of the project.
F．His students left with memories they would treasure forever.
G．They took turns watering the plants, recording data and so on.
三、完形填空
Jason Joel’s life story is not just about running. As a two-time cancer survivor, Jason has transformed personal health 41 into stories for inspiration.
His journey began 42 . Despite the fact that Jason felt 43 while preparing for a new job, he experienced a seizure (突然发作) — a moment that would 44 everything. Within one week, he underwent brain surgery, marking the beginning of an intense 16-month treatment journey that would 45 his physical and mental boundaries. “They told me I wouldn’t walk out of the hospital,” Jason recalls, “but I 46 to leave in two days.”
This became the cornerstone of his 47 . Despite undergoing extensive treatment, Jason refused to remain 48 . He would run six to eight miles every day around Zorinsky Lake in Omaha, Nebraska, turning each step into the 49 to his diagnosis (诊断).
Remarkably, Jason’s connection to running was 50 because of his cancer experiences. After his first cancer diagnosis — metastatic thyroid cancer — he began running again. When he was faced with the brain tumor diagnosis, running became more than a hobby; it became a 51 .
While still in hospital, Jason bravely expressed his 52 by signing up for a marathon. He completed the race, 53 that limitations are often just perceptions (感知).
After the race, he shares 54 posts on social media, transforming his experiences into motivational stories. “It’s not just an 55 ,” Jason explains. “It’s an accomplishment, a self-reflection, something beyond just running.”
41．A．signals B．records C．needs D．challenges
42．A．effortlessly B．smoothly C．irregularly D．unexpectedly
43．A．nervous B．emotional C．healthy D．confident
44．A．change B．balance C．delay D．consume
45．A．test B．mark C．remove D．fix
46．A．happened B．managed C．agreed D．hesitated
47．A．innovation B．promotion C．recovery D．search
48．A．speechless B．lonely C．faithful D．motionless
49．A．witness B．approach C．resistance D．commitment
50．A．replaced B．deepened C．followed D．explored
51．A．defence B．necessity C．match D．responsibility
52．A．hope B．trust C．dependence D．innocence
53．A．predicting B．warning C．admitting D．proving
54．A．reflective B．average C．extra D．humorous
55．A．experiment B．event C．occasion D．appointment
四、语法填空
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。
Zhang Zeduan’s QingmingScroll is a representative work of realism in Chinese art. 56 (paint) on a five-meter-long silk scroll, the painting provides an important insight 57 life in the 12th-century China. The ancient scroll, currently in the Palace Museum in Beijing, describes a busy riverbank scene 58 people from all walks of life gather to trade goods. It is possible that the most 59 (impress) aspect of the painting is Zhang’s precise brushwork. The painting reveals a great deal about the 12th-century Chinese customs, clothing, transportation methods, business practices and various 60 (build). At first sight, the overall scene of life in the capital city seems peaceful and cheerful. However, some experts suggest that on closer inspection, the painting 61 (virtual) expresses serious political and social problems. Some boats 62 (carry) food do not seem to belong to the government, which suggests that the government has lost control of food supplies and transportation.
The painting shows a busy city life on the surface, and viewers have to observe small details carefully 63 (find) the hidden crisis. Up to now, these tiny clues in the scroll 64 (show) us quite a lot about the real social situation of the Northern Song Dynasty.
With the QingmingScroll, Zhang made 65 outstanding contribution to Chinese art and greatly influenced generations of future artists.
五、书面表达
66．最近，你班同学就“探索火星是否值得”这一话题展开了一场讨论。请你根据下表提供的信息，用英语写一篇短文介绍讨论的情况，并谈谈自己的看法。
30%的同学认为火星不值得探索。理由：
1. 离我们及我们的日常生活太遥远。2. 浪费金钱。
70%的同学认为火星值得探索。理由：
1. 已发送火星车祝融探索发现了火星的基本情况。2. 有望解决人口问题。
注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
3.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Recently our class had a heated discussion on whether Mars is worth exploring.
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67．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。
The news about the school talent show filled our classroom with an electric energy. Everyone talked about it eagerly during breaks. The bright poster on the bulletin board seemed to promise a night of unforgettable performances. Only Leo, a quiet transfer student who had joined us just a month ago, sat alone in the corner. While others planned their performances in groups actively, he stared at the sign-up sheet from a distance with a worried look. His fingers moved nervously on the desk backwards and forwards as if playing certain instrument. This small detail made me increasingly curious about his story.
After music class, our teacher gathered us around the piano and told us something truly surprising. She revealed that Leo had won first prize in a piano competition at his previous school. The news spread through the class like wildfire, and we all immediately expected him to sign up, imagining him as our star performer. As the days passed, the sign-up sheet was filled with other names while his name never appeared on the list. During lunch breaks, when others practiced their acts in the hallways and courtyard, Leo always went to the library alone. His consistent avoidance of any mention of the show confused me more.
One lunch break, I decided to follow my curiosity and talk to him in the library, finding him sitting in the far corner. I asked about the thick novel he was reading, then mentioned the talent show, suggesting he would be a wonderful addition. At first he seemed uncomfortable, looking down at his hands, but slowly he began to share his story in a hesitant voice. He explained that since moving here, his family’s small apartment had no room for a piano, as his father had lost his job. “It’s been months since I last touched a piano, and I’m afraid I’ve forgotten how to play well,” he said softly. His simple statement showed both a practical problem and a fear of failing to meet the expectations now placed upon him.
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。
Hearing this, I remembered my aunt’s music center near our school
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On performance day, I felt so proud to watch him walk onto the stage.
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参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C C A A B B C A B C
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 A B A A B A C A C B
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 B D A D D C B B A D
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 D A C D A A G C B F
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 D D C A A B C D C B
题号 51 52 53 54 55
答案 B A D A B
1．C 2．C 3．A
【原文】China’s delivery service regulator plans to facilitate continued growth of the industry this year, with more parcels handled, while at the same time prompting more environmentally friendly packaging. The goals were announced at the annual conference of the State Post Bureau in Beijing on Monday. The industry is expected to see continued growth in express deliveries this year, with 95.5 billion parcels forecast to be delivered, a year-on-year increase of 15 percent. China handled 83 billion packages last year, a year-on-year rise of 30.8 percent, the bureau said. Goals have also been set to encourage greener packaging of deliveries. Some 5 million recycled boxes are expected to be used and 20,000 stations will be built by China Post to collect used packaging. 80 percent of packages ordered from online shops will not be wrapped a second time for transportation. The bureau will also encourage companies to use new energy vehicles to deliver packages. To establish a standard for best practice, the bureau and the State Administration for Market Regulation released a list of green wrapping products. The products on the list, which bear a special logo, range from wrapping bags and boxes to tape. Delivery enterprises are being encouraged to use products on the list.
4．A 5．B 6．B 7．C
【原文】W: Hello, everyone. Welcome to Creative Day School. This summer, we provide two full-time summer camp programs. Both will last the entire time the children are out of school. Our first summer camp is for our four-year-olds, called Mini Camp. This Mini Camp will still have their normal everyday schedule with a lot of fun activities. At least once a week, our Mini Campers will go on a field trip. These field trips could consist of a day at the beach or exploring the Natural Museum. Our Older Summer Camp is provided for ages 5 through 12. There are scheduled summer fun activities and games. The children will participate in art, outdoor play, games, and much more. Swimming at a nearby pool is often a weekly field trip for ages 6 and up. Other field trips could include bowling, a day at the movies, or a picnic in the park. Permission of parents and activity fees are required to participate in all field trips. Now, let’s watch a five-minute film about last year’s programs.
8．A 9．B 10．C 11．A
【原文】
W: Our library will open after three-month repair work. Although we had some money problems, I think visitors will be surprised at how different everything is. We didn’t replace the windows as we’d planned. They just needed repairing. We’ve been able to replace all those old wooden shelves. The computers have been moved to a new IT room. Sadly, money ran out before we had the chance to paint the meeting room but we’re hoping to complete that next year. Oh, you can see our new tables and chairs.
The doors will open on 28th August. Then we get down to business in September. The local History Society will be meeting on the first Monday of each month at 7:30 as usual. We’ll be starting our Wednesday lunchtime Book Club at 1:00 pm. The Computer Club won’t be running in September as we still need to complete work in the IT room, but this will certainly be returning in October. And we’re especially looking forward to welcoming a local writer, Sally Wainwright, to a new event on 22nd September. Visitors will be able to hear her read from her latest works.
12．B 13．A 14．A
【原文】W: Have you heard about the growing problem of microplastics in our oceans and environment
M: Yes, it’s alarming. But what exactly are microplastics
W: They’re tiny pieces of plastic, often less than 5 mm in size, which come from the breakdown of larger plastic items or are intentionally added to things like skincare products. They’ve got into our oceans, soil, and even our food chain.
M: What can we do about it
W: First, reducing our use of single-use plastics is necessary. Reusable bags and bottles, for instance, can make a big difference. Secondly, we need better wastewater treatment to prevent microplastics from entering waterways. Also, there’s a need for new technologies to remove existing microplastics from the environment.
M: It seems like a big problem. Are any efforts being made to fight against microplastics
W: Absolutely. Many countries have banned certain single-use plastics, and scientists are researching safe materials. Additionally, organizations and startups are working on large-scale ocean clean-up projects.
15．B 16．A 17．C
【详解】
M: The famous classical pianist, Kong Xiangdong, surprised his fans last week by giving a concert combining classical music with Chinese folk music. Kong explained that he tried this because he wanted to create something new. Music has always been part of Kong’s world. As his mother was a great music lover, he lived with music from birth. His mother couldn’t buy him a piano until he was seven in 1975. He was made to practise the piano so much that, at times, he thought about giving up. However, he didn’t quit, and he became a great pianist. In 1986, at the age of 18, he became the youngest prize winner in Moscow’s International Tchaikovsky Competition. He went on to win awards in competitions across the world. Because of Kong’s talent and hard work, he became famous worldwide. But after years of performing, he felt that in some ways he had lost his identity. This is why he went back to his roots and rediscovered the beauty of Chinese folk music. He began experimenting with different styles.
18．A 19．C 20．B
【原文】W: Jack, what is this
M: Ah! It’s a surprise. I asked the bread store to stamp mooncakes with your name so that I’ll give you a big surprise.
W: Thanks!
M: But I have to make some tea.
W: Why
M: Some doctors tell us that the mooncakes are loaded with calories, so it’s not for the fat people who are on a diet.
W: Oh, what’s the best way to have them
M: The best way to wash down one of these cakes is with a cup of Chinese tea. Tea aids the digestion.
W: Thank you very much.
M: Just for a few minutes.
W: Go ahead.
41．D 42．D 43．C 44．A 45．A 46．B 47．C 48．D 49．C 50．B 51．B 52．A 53．D 54．A 55．B
56．Painted 57．into 58．where 59．impressive 60．buildings 61．virtually 62．carrying 63．to find 64．have showed/have shown 65．an
66．Recently our class had a heated discussion on whether Mars is worth exploring. Students hold different ideas about it.
30% of us think space exploration is not worthwhile, holding the belief that space exploration is too far away from us and our daily life and is a waste of money.
However, 70% think space is worth exploring because we have benefited a lot from it, such as using satellites for communication and weather forecast. What’s more, with further space research, we may solve the population problem by moving to other planets one day.
As far as I am concerned, it is worthwhile to explore the space. Not only can it promote the development of society but also enrich our life.
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Hearing this, I remembered my aunt’s music center near our school. I called her and explained Leo’s situation. She kindly agreed to let him use a practice room for free. When I told Leo, his face lit up with a bright smile and he thanked me repeatedly. That afternoon, I accompanied him to sign up for the talent show. For the next two weeks, we went to the music center together. While he practiced inside, I did homework outside. It was wonderful to hear his playing beautiful music. More importantly, I saw him become more confident.
On performance day, I felt so proud to watch him walk onto the stage. Under the bright lights, his fingers moved smoothly across the keys, and a beautiful piece of music filled the hall, holding everyone in quiet attention. When Leo finished playing, the loud applause rang through the hall. Backstage, he found me in the crowd, his face bright with joy. “I couldn’t have done this without your help,” he said, his voice full of emotion. In that moment, I understood that helping others isn’t about grand gestures — it’s about offering the right support at the right time.

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