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安徽芜湖市第一中学2025-2026学年度第二学期高二期末质量监测英语试题
一、听力选择题
1．What puts the man off living in Los Angeles
A．The terrible weather. B．The fast-paced lifestyle. C．The high living expenses.
2．What does the woman suggest the man do
A．Stay polite to others. B．Have a talk with Ron. C．Stop tapping the desk.
3．What are the speakers talking about
A．A meeting. B．A workmate. C．A project.
4．How does the woman feel in the end
A．Angry. B．Hopeful. C．Disappointed.
5．Where probably are the speakers
A．In a car. B．In their house. C．In the train station.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6．What does the man think of doing housework
A．Tiring. B．Rewarding. C．Time-wasting.
7．What housework is the woman less fond of
A．Making the bed. B．Cutting the vegetables. C．Washing the dishes.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8．What does Eric inform the woman of
A．An unavailable piece. B．An advanced schedule. C．A changed venue.
9．What is the woman going to do next
A．Visit another museum. B．Greet some guides. C．Edit a recording.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
10．Why does Mr. Stark come to Lakeview Hotel
A．To host a workshop.
B．To participate in a meeting.
C．To give a lecture on writing.
11．What does the woman say about the souvenir shop
A．It is across from the hotel. B．It is within walking distance. C．It is next to the grocery store.
12．Where will Mr. Stark probably go next
A．The lecture hall. B．The souvenir shop. C．His room.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
13．Where will the woman do her work placement
A．At a children’s center. B．At a primary school. C．At a sports field.
14．What attracts the woman to the placement
A．Being outdoors. B．Working with children. C．Gaining widespread attention.
15．What does Dr. Green remind the woman about
A．The importance of safety.
B．The close bond with children.
C．The need for buying protective wear.
16．What will be the woman’s responsibility
A．Checking equipment. B．Monitoring the grounds. C．Repairing damaged items.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
17．What will the raised money be used for
A．Organizing adoption events. B．Building a new dog shelter. C．Training the center’s staff.
18．How many dogs is SOSD feeding in total
A．230. B．160. C．70.
19．What do we know about Odin
A．It hurts its leg. B．It has eye problems. C．It was abandoned by its owner.
20．Why does the speaker give the talk
A．To report an animal shelter opening.
B．To share her volunteer experience.
C．To promote an upcoming event.
二、阅读理解
The Grand Canal Cultural Heritage Digital Museum
Welcome to the Grand Canal Cultural Heritage Digital Museum, a premier institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the history of China’s UNESCO World Heritage site, the Grand Canal. Opened in June 2021 in Yangzhou, the museum combines cutting-edge technology with rich historical narratives to bring the canal’s story to life.Visitor Guide at a Glance
Category Details Notes
Opening Hours 9:00 AM — 5:00 PM Last entry at 4:00 PM
Closed On Mondays Except national holidays
Admission Free Online booking required
Recommended Visit 2-3 hours —
Highlights 1. Digital River Hall 5D immersive experience
2. Ancient Ship Hall Real Song Dynasty ship
3. Culture Market Hall Interactive trade games
Audio Guide Available 20 rental fee
Exhibition Highlights
The Digital River Hall offers a breathtaking 5D immersive experience, allowing visitors to virtually sail along the canal through different historical periods. The Ancient Ship Hall displays a remarkably preserved Song Dynasty vessel, illustrating ancient nautical engineering. Meanwhile, the Culture Market Hall engages visitors with interactive games that simulate historical trade activities, making learning both fun and memorable.Planning Your Visit
We recommend allocating 2-3 hours for your museum exploration. While admission is free, all visitors must make an online reservation through our official platform. Please present your ID card for entry. For an enhanced experience, audio guides are available for a rental fee of 20, providing detailed commentary in multiple languages.Virtual Access
For those unable to visit in person, our comprehensive “Cloud Canal” digital platform offers 360-degree virtual tours, 3D artifact models, and educational games, ensuring global access to this cultural treasure.Expert Insight
As Dr. Lin, the museum’s chief curator, emphasizes, “This museum is not just about preserving artifacts; it’s about creating living connections between the past and present. Our goal is to make the Grand Canal’s history accessible and engaging for generations to come. We see it primarily as a dynamic educational base for the public.”
21．What can visitors do in the Culture Market Hall
A．Rent an audio guide. B．Participate in simulated trade games.
C．Experience a 5D virtual sail. D．See a real Song Dynasty ship.
22．What preparation should visitors make before coming
A．Apply for virtual access first. B．Learn canal history ahead of time.
C．Pay deposit for audio guide use. D．Reserve admission online beforehand.
23．What does Dr. Lin suggest regarding the museum
A．Preserving rare historical artifacts. B．Making the digital history well-known.
C．Being a living classroom for the public. D．Building links between different nations.
I had been confined to a wheelchair for eight years due to muscular dystrophy. Honestly, I thought I would never walk by myself again. I kept searching for something that could help me stand, but the devices available in Argentina were mostly designed for sports, not for people like me who had lost the basic ability to move their legs.
Then came the Canton Fair this April, where my friend Clara and I wanted to find some beauty products initially. When we passed by the service robot zone, a booth with exoskeleton (外骨骼装置) devices caught our eye. I waited in line for half an hour, my heart full of expectation and doubt. A staff member from Hangzhou Taixi Technology helped me into a lightweight belt-like device weighing just 1.8 kilograms. At first, I was nervous and held tightly onto my companion’s arm. But within minutes, something miraculous happened — I stood up. With the exoskeleton’s gentle support, I took a few steps, completely on my own. Every step I take feels tailor-made for me, comfortable and effortless, without to set anything. My friend broke down in tears beside me, covering her face with both hands.
I was overwhelmed too. For eight years, an electric wheelchair had been my only “feet”. In that moment, I felt truly independent for the first time. I hugged the staff tightly and could barely speak. Later, when the company invited us to Hangzhou to try upgraded models, we went without hesitation. Walking along the West Lake in traditional Chinese outfits, the rain wetting my face, I looked at my legs and said to myself, “Finally, my legs feel strong again.” I even joked, “I feel like Iron Woman!”
Before we left, the company gifted me my very own exoskeleton, specially adjusted so the left side provided extra support for my weaker leg. Back home in Argentina, I even appeared on our national television. Now I hope to introduce this incredible Chinese technology to my country so that more people can experience the freedom of walking again. The device is priced at just $1,200, making it truly accessible — technology with heart, changing real lives.
Those four steps I took at the Canton Fair were not just steps. They were a chance at life.
24．What can we know about the exoskeleton devices
A．It is initially designed for sports. B．It has been widely used in Argentina.
C．It can only cure people with wheelchairs. D．It meets users’ habits automatically.
25．What does the author imply by calling herself “Iron Woman”
A．She felt physically invincible and super strong.
B．She was describing the material of the exoskeleton.
C．It reflected her newfound strength and empowerment.
D．It expressed her desire to become a superhero in public.
26．What can we infer from the company
A．It was invited by the national television in Argentina.
B．It was committed to helping individuals regain mobility.
C．It planned to recruit her as a spokesperson for their products.
D．It wanted to test the device’s performance in a foreign country.
27．What message does the passage convey
A．Where there is a will, there is a way. B．Every journey begins with a single step.
C．True technology is designed for humanity. D．International fairs are vital for life changes.
“If your skin is getting older, you are getting older, so be careful,” says Claudia Cavadas at the University of Coimbra, Portugal. Could our fight to remove wrinkles help restore youth both inside and out
As skin ages, more and more cells enter a lifeless state called senescence (衰老). As time marches on, the mechanisms (机制) for clearing senescent cells out start to decline and they build up in tissues. This is bad news. The build-up of these cells has been shown to be a direct cause of some of the conditions that are generally more common in older age.
To support her assumption around wrinkles driving whole-body ageing, Cavadas is planning to test experimental drugs on animal models of aged skin. “The evidence is still fragile, but, in a year, we will have experimental data” she says.
Whether resisting skin ageing resists whole-body ageing will need to be seen. But there is another good reason to slow down skin ageing at least. Aged skin is worse than young skin at pretty much everything it is supposed to do, says a plastic surgeon. Its barrier functions weaken, wounds are slower to heal (康复), sensitivity to touch declines and its ability to defend diseases is weakened.
How about anti-wrinkle creams At present, there is limited evidence that they are genuine anti-ageing treatments. We do, however, have one method for preventing skin ageing: sunscreen, which absorbs UV rays before they do damage to the skin. It is never too soon to start. Even though the first visible signs of skin ageing usually don’t appear until our mid-20s, the potential processes are under way much earlier.
Apparently, wrinkle treatment should no longer be seen as a “skin-deep” thing, but as a vital part of staying biologically young and healthy. Everyone should pay attention to that, because we all have skin in this game.
28．What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about
A．The definition of senescence. B．The causes of skin ageing.
C．The process of cell declining. D．The consequences of skin ageing.
29．What does the underlined word “fragile” in paragraph 3 mean
A．Artificial. B．Considerable.
C．Insubstantial. D．Convincing.
30．Which is a disadvantage of the aged skin
A．It tends to be sensitive to touches. B．The cut on it recovers quickly.
C．The barrier functions work poorly. D．It stops guarding against diseases.
31．What can we learn from the last two paragraphs
A．Anti-wrinkle creams are quite useful.
B．Wrinkle treatment is important to health.
C．Sunscreen may pose potential risk to the skin.
D．Wrinkle treatment is a practice proven skin-deep.
Have you ever questioned why someone is being unusually kind You’re not alone. We often instinctively look for hidden motives behind generous acts, a reaction psychologists call “do-gooder derogation.” This means we may judge a seemingly selfless person more harshly (严厉地) than someone who is openly self-interested.
A classic experiment, the “public goods game”, demonstrates this. Participants are given money and can choose to contribute to a shared pot, which grows and is later split equally. While contributing maximizes the group’s total gain, selfish individuals can contribute little and still benefit. Surprisingly, the most generous contributors in this game are often criticized as much as the selfish “free riders”.
Psychologist Nichola Raihani suggests we are all playing a social “status game”. We are suspicious of those who might be using kindness to boost their reputation. This suspicion is at the heart of the “tainted altruism effect”. Imagine a friend, Andy, volunteers at a homeless shelter. If we discover his true motive is to date the shelter manager, we judge him more severely than if he took a coffee shop job for the same reason. The charitable context makes the hidden motive seem worse.
Researcher Sebastian Hafenbradl explored this further. His studies confirmed that we judge people like Andy more harshly when they seek social rewards from a good deed. Interestingly, the judgment softens if the person is honest about their motive upfront, as this removes the “unearned social reward” of appearing purely altruistic (利他主义的). Furthermore, people who do good merely to feel good about themselves are judged less harshly than those seeking to enhance their reputation. Both acts contain self-interest, but seeking public approval is seen as more dishonest.
So, is any act truly selfless Perhaps not. But if the result is more kindness in the world, maybe we can forgive a little mixed motivation.
32．What is the purpose of mentioning the “public goods game” in paragraph 2
A．To support a social theory with evidence. B．To explain the rules of a well-known game.
C．To introduce a popular economic experiment D．To give an example of a psychological finding.
33．The “tainted altruism effect” is best shown in the case where ________.
A．an athlete’s fair win brings public honor. B．a firm’s charity donation aims at a tax cut.
C．a student’s hard work targets a scholarship. D．a volunteer’s sharing seeks to inspire others.
34．What did Sebastian Hafenbradi’s studies find
A．Seeking public approval shows the least honesty.
B．Hiding selfish motives results in gentler criticism.
C．Admitting selfish motives in advance reduces blame.
D．Acting for self-satisfaction draws the strongest criticism.
35．What is the author’s attitude towards mixed-motive kindness
A．Tolerant. B．Indifferent. C．Confused. D．Critical.
According to a 2024 attention study by King’s College London, 49% of the UK public are experiencing “popcorn (爆米花) brain”, a mental state featuring divided attention and wandering thoughts. 36 In response to the findings, psychologist Tina Chummun gives her top tips.
Adopt the mind map method. To manage a distracted (分心的) mind, write down everything, like appointments, worries and to - dos, without organizing it initially. Once everything is on paper, group these into life areas like work or emotional wellbeing. 37 This creates order and gives your brain permission to concentrate.
Every time you feel your thoughts wandering, give yourself three seconds — breathe in, name what you’re feeling, and redirect your focus. 38 By doing so, you may turn down the heat when your brain is working overtime.
Minimizing tech is also the key to getting back on track in your daily life. A full digital withdrawal is unrealistic. 39 Then it could be followed by a five-minute screen time reward. It teaches your brain to tolerate stillness without feeling punished.
40 At first, you may feel bored, as popcorn brain likes being ‘go go go’ to feel safe. “Go for a walk without music, or simply stare out your window,” suggests Tina. “Sit in silence and observe your thoughts. Let your brain breathe. It is sometimes exactly what your nervous system needs.”
So, are you ready to quiet the mental popcorn and get your focus back
A．Allow space in your day for doing nothing.
B．So, what’s making our brains pop like popcorn
C．Instead, go totally screen-free for 25-30 minutes.
D．Starving distractions and feeding focus is a nice idea.
E．Then ask yourself: what matters now and what can wait
F．They feel their attention less focused and deep thinking rarer.
G．This practice enables you to slow down and manage emotions.
三、完形填空
On a cold Budapest afternoon,64-year-old Gy rgyi Petik Kis eagerly hurries to the library. She isn’t there to read, but to 41 Netrevalók — monthly lectures where seniors learn digital skills from teenagers.
Kis, who spent four years in a state of unconsciousness, 42 needs mental stimulation. However, without English skills, she lacks 43 to navigate internet on her own. “I was afraid to click on things. What if I 44 ” Through the program, she has learned to use Microsoft Translate — a “new tool” helping her feel less 45 .
The program 46 a growing digital divide. While 97% of Hungarians aged 15-50 use the internet, 90% of those over 80 do not go online. Many seniors 47 with basic tasks. As the library director points out, “For the elderly, going digital actually 48 them out.” The benefits extend both ways. Teen volunteers gain patience and 49 into a pre-digital world. “Talking to them is like going back in time,” says 19-year-old Sagie Fruchter. The 50 inspires him to design more 51 technology.
For participants like Kis, the lectures 52 more than skills. They not only learn to navigate the digital world but also build meaningful 53 with younger generations. This simple yet powerful bridge across the technological divide 54 as a reminder that genuine connection depends on patience, understanding, and a mutual 55 to learn from one another — using the skills that truly matter to bring their worlds together.
41．A．cancel B．organize C．finance D．attend
42．A．desperately B．frequently C．originally D．temporarily
43．A．confidence B．prejudice C．judgment D．curiosity
44．A．gave up B．shut up C．messed up D．hurried up
45．A．disturbed B．disconnected C．embarrassed D．motivated
46．A．ignores B．accelerates C．creates D．bridges
47．A．communicate B．volunteer C．attempt D．struggle
48．A．shows B．picks C．leaves D．crosses
49．A．investigations B．insights C．admission D．entrance
50．A．ambition B．experience C．atmosphere D．experiment
51．A．enjoyable B．acceptable C．accessible D．favorable
52．A．offer B．own C．receive D．gain
53．A．schedules B．connections C．impressions D．reactions
54．A．doubles B．qualifies C．promises D．serves
55．A．willingness B．authority C．option D．consideration
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。
When Li Dongju, now celebrated as China’s most inspiring senior cyclist, 56 (start) her first overseas journey bravely at 60, few could have imagined that this former factory worker would finally cross over 20 countries across four continents. She once found herself 57 (trap) in the darkness of a painful marriage and severe depression for years until one day she made a firm decision 58 (go) against conventional expectations for women of her generation: to regain her independence through solo cycling.
Along the road were the severe 59 (difficulty) she faced. In the harsh environment of the Tibetan plateau, 60 oxygen levels drop sharply, she once pushed her loaded bicycle for eight hours before giving in to altitude sickness — 61 moment that she later described as her psychological turning point. “It was there” she recounted, “that I understood that suffering, experienced with courage, changes into strength.”
Her encounters with local people proved 62 (equal) life-changing. Despite her struggle with foreign languages, her true warmth crossed language barriers, drawing unexpected kindness 63 strangers who were affected by her determination. These experiences not only relieved her loneliness 64 rebuilt her broken self-respect, showing that human connection forms the basis of 65 (spirit) recovery.
五、书信写作
66．在高三复习前，你校英语报的“opinion”专栏进行征稿，请即将进入高三的同学们结合自身情况，对reading（阅读）、listening（听力）、writing（写作）三个复习板块按重要性进行排序，并阐述理由。
请你写一篇短文向该栏目投稿。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80个左右；
2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Ranking My Revision Essentials
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六、书面表达
67．阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
For years, I had been using delicate experimental tools and advanced lab materials to bring complex scientific concepts to life for my students. Nothing made me happier than seeing their eyes light up during these interactive and engaging activities. So I had never imagined that waste items would become our most valuable teaching resources, and that shortage would become the source of our greatest inspiration.
Last year, our school was hit by severe budget cuts, which meant many resources for science activities were no longer available. As a teacher who had always relied on vivid experiments to make science fun, I felt extremely frustrated and discouraged. How could I keep my students interested and engaged without the well-equipped lab and expensive materials that had served us so well before I was at a loss, worrying that my science classes would become boring and ineffective, and that my students would lose their passion for exploring the world through experiments.
Just as I was struggling with this problem, my students surprised me in the most unexpected way. When we started our unit on simple machines, something amazing happened. Jamie, a ten-year-old boy full of curiosity, brought in some old bicycle parts from his garage. He said they could be used to make wheels and levers (控制杆). Following his example, Maya shared cardboard boxes that her family had kept for later use. One by one, other students also brought in recycled items: plastic bottles, string, used cans, and even small pieces of wood. By the end of the week, we had transformed the corner of our classroom into an entire “invention lab” using recycled materials and student contributions.
At first, I doubted whether these simple, everyday objects could support meaningful learning. However, it turned out the learning that happened in that makeshift (临时的) lab exceeded anything we had accomplished with expensive commercial kits.
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。
In this makeshift lab, students worked with amazing enthusiasm.
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By the end of the semester, we held a small exhibition for other classes.
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参考答案
题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C B A C A B C A C B
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 B C C A A B B A B C
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 B D C D C B C D C C
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 B D B C A F E G C A
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 D A A C B D D C B B
题号 51 52 53 54 55
答案 C A B D A
1．C
【原文】M: I don’t want to live in Los Angeles anymore.
W: Why not It’s full of opportunities for people who are energetic.
M: But I can’t afford the living cost.
W: Indeed, and it’s easily affected by extreme weather.
2．B
【原文】M: Ron is driving me crazy. He has an annoying habit of tapping his fingers on the desk.
W: Have you told him to stop
M: No, I don’t want to be rude.
W: Well, if it’s making you crazy, staying silent isn’t going to help.
3．A
【原文】W: That was one of the liveliest staff meetings I’ve attended.
M: Yes, the discussion became quite heated at times.
W: Especially when David challenged the manager about the projects, but he hadn’t got all his facts right.
4．C
【原文】W: Mark, are we still hiking this weekend
M: Maybe not. The forecast says it’ll rain.
W: While the forecast is rarely wrong, I guess I shouldn’t get my hopes up.
5．A
【原文】W: This traffic is terrible. We’ve been stuck for 20 minutes.
M: I know, at this rate we’ll miss the 3 o’lock train. We really should have left home earlier.
W: Indeed, if we had, we’d be at the train station already.
6．B 7．C
【原文】W: Do you help around the house much
M: Yeah, housework doesn’t bother me. If I’ve made the bed and put away my clothes, it’s nice to look around and see everything all neat and tidy.
W: Exactly. I know what you mean, and in the kitchen I don’t mind cutting a few vegetables or something, but I’m less keen on doing the dishes.
8．A 9．C
【原文】W: Eric, I just finished recording the audio guide for the pencil drawings that’ll be included in our modern art exhibit next week.
M: That’s great. But unfortunately, we have to make one change. The drawing by Claudia Hoffman will no longer be in the exhibit. There was a scheduling mix-up, and it was promised to another museum starting next week.
W: Oh, will you put anything in its place
M: No, we’ll just remove it.
W: Okay, I’ll make that change to the audio guide recording right away.
10．B 11．B 12．C
【原文】W: Welcome to Lakeview Hotel. How may I help you
M: My name is Robert Stark, and I have a reservation for two nights, a single bed.
W: Okay, Mr. Stark, please fill out this form.
M: Sure. Where is the main lecture hall I don’t want to be late for the writers’ gathering tomorrow. Many famous writers will be here. I’m very excited to attend their lectures.
W: The main lecture hall is on the second floor. Mr. Stark, I will put you in room 403.
M: Thank you. And where can I buy a nice souvenir
W: There is a large souvenir shop two blocks away, about 10 minutes’ walk from here. It’s across the street from a grocery store. Here is your room key. Enjoy your stay, Mr. Stark.
M: Okay, could you direct me to the lift
13．C 14．A 15．A 16．B
【原文】W: Hello, Dr. Green. I’m here to talk to you about my work placement.
M: Oh, yes. So… which work placement have you chosen
W: I decided to go for the Orion Stadium placement. The event I’ll be managing is one where I’m helping to set up a sports competition for primary school children.
M: Yes, that’s always a popular placement, even though it can be tougher than you think, working with children.
W: I know, but it’s the fresh air that fascinates me. Organizing something indoors doesn’t have the same appeal, even though it might be fun.
M: Okay, just a heads up. Watch out for flying balls and equipment around the kids.
W: Yes, I’ll ask whether they provide some protective wear, and I’ll also need to make sure none of the equipment’s damaged.
M: Ah… Well, you’ll be working with schools, so the equipment will be their responsibility. However, the grounds and what goes on there will be yours.
W: Oh, I see.
17．B 18．A 19．B 20．C
【原文】 Good morning, everyone. Welcome to our special feature on a meaningful event hosted by the charity organization Save Our Street Dogs, or SOSD. On March 2nd, SOSD will hold its annual fundraising and adoption event in Urban Park. This combined event aims to raise funds for a new care center, while also helping more street dogs find loving homes. The funds raised are crucial for the construction of the SOSD care center, a major step to accommodate more dogs in need. At present, SOSD cares for 160 dogs at its shelters, and also feeds 70 homeless dogs wandering around on Jurong Island. During the event, visitors can meet several dogs seeking forever homes. These include Odin, recently rescued from an abandoned factory, and now recovering from an eye injury, Caleb, a loving dog who was left behind after his owner moved away, and Tammy, a fun companion rescued from a forest, who had surgery after suffering a severe leg injury. These three are just a few of the furry friends waiting for adopters. On-the-spot volunteer registration will also be available on March 2nd. This is a great chance to support a worthy cause. So, why not take part in the event on March 2nd and help a dog find its forever home
41．D 42．A 43．A 44．C 45．B 46．D 47．D 48．C 49．B 50．B 51．C 52．A 53．B 54．D 55．A
56．started 57．trapped 58．to go 59．difficulties 60．where 61．a 62．equally 63．from 64．but 65．spiritual
66．
Ranking My Revision Essentials
As Senior Three approaches, it is vital for us to prioritize English revision modules to improve efficiently. Based on my learning experience, I rank the three essentials: reading first, listening second and writing third.
Reading tops my list for its core status. It accounts for the largest proportion of scores in exams and expands vocabulary and grammar knowledge, laying a solid foundation for the other two modules. Listening comes next. Daily practice sharpens our sense of language and is a stable source of scores. I put writing last. With accumulated vocabulary and sentence patterns from reading and listening, we can improve our writing skills in a short time.
This reasonable order will help me make the most of my revision time.
Ranking My Revision Essentials
As Senior Three approaches, proper English revision planning matters a lot. For better exam performance, I rank the three modules: writing first, reading second and listening third.
Writing ranks first because it is the key to high total scores. While basic scores are easy to gain, excellent writing performance distinguishes top students. Only by getting high marks in writing can we lift our overall English grade effectively. Reading comes second. It provides vocabulary and sentence materials to support writing. Listening takes last place. It mainly gains basic scores and has limited room for score improvement.
This practical ranking helps me focus on high-value revision to boost my total score.
Ranking My Revision Essentials
As Senior Three approaches, proper English revision planning matters a lot. For better exam performance, I rank the three modules: listening first, reading second and writing third.
Listening tops my list. Listening is the easiest section to gain steady scores. Moreover, constant listening practice helps cultivate my language sense, which benefits my overall English learning. Reading ranks second. With the language sense cultivated by listening, I can better understand passages and accumulate useful words and sentences. I put writing last. It requires proficient grammar and flexible expression, which is challenging for me.
This practical ranking helps me focus on high-value revision to boost my total score.
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In this makeshift lab, students worked with amazing enthusiasm. Groups gathered around desks piled high with plastic bottles, strings, cardboard boxes, and various waste items. Instead of following strict instructions from expensive commercial kits, they created, tested, and improved their own simple machines. Some used bicycle chains to build a pulley system, while others cut plastic bottles to create a water wheel. When their simple machine successfully lifted a small weight, cheers erupted. Through hands-on creation and repeated attempts, they developed a much deeper understanding of scientific principles. Their eyes shone with confidence and pride, which I had rarely seen before.
By the end of the semester, we held a small exhibition for other classes. My students proudly showed off their creations, explaining how they used recycled materials to make something useful. It soon became a hit, inspiring many other classes to collect recycled materials for their own creative activities. The principal visited our classroom and was amazed by what we had accomplished. That day, I learned something no teacher training workshop had ever taught me: constraints don’t kill creativity — they set it free. When we involve students as partners in problem-solving, we tap into their creativity and resourcefulness while building genuine investment in their learning.

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