安徽合肥市第一中学2025-2026学年第二学期高二期中教学质量检测英语
试题
一、听力选择题
1． What does the woman want to do?
A．Wash some plates. B．Prepare a cloth. C．Clean a shelf.
2． What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A．Classmates. B．Sister and brother. C．Teacher and student.
3． What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A．Finding a violinist. B．Forming a band. C．Learning the drums.
4． Where does the conversation probably take place?
A．On a plane. B．On a train. C．On a bus.
5． What did the man buy?
A．Socks. B．Shorts. C．Shoes.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
6．What does the man want to do at first?
A．Order takeout.
B．Go out for dinner.
C．Eat what they have.
7．What does the man order?
A．A burger. B．A salad. C．An onion pie.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
8．What does the woman want to learn?
A．Gardening skills. B．Computer skills. C．Cooking skills.
9．What do we know about the woman?
A．She has bad eyesight.
B．Her mind isn’t active.
C．She has a poor memory.
10．What will the woman probably do next?
A．Buy a new ring.
B．Go to the town hall.C．Call the night school.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
11．What does the man think of the end of the book?
A．It’s exciting. B．It’s amusing. C．It’s disappointing.
12．Where did the man get the book?
A．On a train. B．In a bookstore. C．In a library.
13．What will the man do next?
A．Read the book again. B．Give the book to the woman. C．Recommend the book to others.
听下面一段对话，回答以下小题。
14．Why does the man meet the woman?
A．To study for an exam.
B．To have a meal together.
C．To discuss their study plan.
15．Which subject does Mr. Potter teach?
A．Math. B．Geography. C．History.
16．Where will the woman go this afternoon?
A．A park. B．A soccer field. C．A pool.
17．How does the woman sound in the end?
A．Expectant. B．Thankful. C．Confused.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
18．What is the purpose of the event?
A．To present awards.
B．To raise money for schools.
C．To celebrate Rob Cook’s retirement.
19．How much money was raised by the community last year?
A．$35,000. B．$30,000. C．$25,000.
20．Which award did Rob Cook get first?
A．The White Flower. B．The Pink Rose. C．The Gold Star.二、阅读理解
Asia offers a wide range of marathon events across different countries and regions. These races are held in
urban centers as well as in areas of cultural and natural significance. Courses vary in difficulty and ground
conditions, allowing runners to choose between flatter routes and more demanding ones. With multiple distance
options available, participants can choose events based on their experience levels and personal goals.
Marathon Time (2026) Type Price (EUR) Course Profile
Marathon
The Great Wall
of China 25 Oct 10km 204 Rolling
Marathon
5km
Marathon 45
Almaty
27 Sep Half marathon Rolling
Marathon
35
10km
Marathon
Cappadocia
Marathon 8 Nov 20km 36 Hilly
Turkey
10km
Marathon 38
Songkhla
22-23 Aug 10km 22 Flat
Marathon
5km 17
Things To Think About
·Register before the event.
·Know the local weather, so you can train and dress appropriately.
·Make sure that you are making accommodations through reputable sites for travel.
·Don’t underestimate how the difference in altitude (海拔) or temperature will affect your running. Read up
and train to make it to the finish line.
21．What is the purpose of the text?
A．To introduce a new marathon plan.B．To compare Asian marathon courses.
C．To call for participation in Asian marathons.
D．To provide information about Asian marathons.
22．Which marathon offers the shortest race with more demanding routes?
A．Almaty Marathon. B．The Great Wall of China Marathon.
C．Songkhla Marathon. D．Cappadocia Marathon Turkey.
23．What are runners recommended to do before participation?
A．Book hotels from trusted websites.
B．Apply for a discounted entry fee.
C．Email the registration before the deadline.
D．Train under the guidance of professionals.
When I was younger, I couldn’t wait to escape from Ramsgate, the harbor town where I grew up on the Isle
of Thanet. It could feel small: the same faces in the same places, and where a new café or gallery was often met
with doubt. There was this apparent insistence that life was fine as it was. But for a teenager itching to see more,
that lack of curiosity was disheartening.
So I left. I headed north for a four-year academic journey from York to Durham. After university, having
played at newspapers, I made the move to London to do it for real. But the reality was tough. I struggled to
contribute to various dailies before periods on staff at both magazines and newspapers. In my twenties, I threw
myself into city life: sampling Mediterranean restaurants, navigating around on the Tube, and staying out late with
friends.
For a while, it was enough. Then it became too much. In and among the sharing plates, I found myself on an
unending rat race of moving faster and needing to earn more — just to keep up. Rents in London were pressing,
apartments were tiny, yet the dream of owning one felt like a cruel joke.
As I got older, trips back to Thanet opened my eyes to what I had left behind. Mainly, it was the sea. Wide
yellow sands and even the touch of salt in the air, ordinary in childhood, suddenly felt appealing. But I also started
to miss the beat of small-town life: waving to people on the street, noticing whose garden was overgrown, finding
charm even in the pubs I had once dismissed. What’s more, where I’d once hurried to leave, others are now rushing
to arrive. Artists, creatives, and technologists have been priced out of London and are pouring to Thanet, bringing
new ideas and drive. Now, when I head back home, I feel a mixture of pride and mild wonder: the place I once
thought I’d outgrown has had a facelift I wasn’t expecting.I’ll keep returning to Thanet, with eager willingness. Each visit reminds me that places, like people, can
grow without losing their essence. I’ve come to love Thanet as more than just the home I left; it is now the place it
continues to become.
24．Why did the author want to leave Ramsgate?
A．It offered few job opportunities. B．It lacked modern entertainment.
C．It stuck to values he disagreed with. D．It failed to satisfy his desire to explore.
25．Which of the following best summarizes the author’s life in London?
A．Rich in possibilities. B．Socially diverse.
C．Filled with challenges. D．Financially stressful.
26．What can we learn about the author’s bond with Thanet over time?
A．It remains stable and strong. B．It is influenced by public opinions.
C．It shifts from rejection to reconnection. D．It is shaped by his childhood experience.
27．What can be a suitable title for the text?
A．The Sea in Memory B．Four Years Up North
C．The Hometown Out of Reach D．A Growing Place, a Growing Me
Coca-Cola will be using over 4.1 billion kilograms of plastic a year by the year 2030, unless it stops using
single-use plastic, according to a report from the conservation organization Oceana.
Oceana also estimates that by 2030, an annual 602 million kilograms of Coca-Cola’s plastic packaging will
be polluting the world’s oceans and waterways. The report says that this is enough plastic to fill the stomachs of 18
million blue whales. Oceana made its estimates using Coca-Cola’s own reported data on its use of plastic packaging
between 2018 and 2023, and a forecast of the company’s future sales growth based on past trends.
A 2024 study found that Coca-Cola is already the world’s worst plastic-polluting brand. Oceana says the
problem is Coca-Cola’s use of single-use plastic instead of reusable packaging. Reusable bottles can be used up to
25 times if made of thicker plastic, and up to 50 times if made of glass. Coca-Cola previously had a goal of using
25% reusable packaging by 2030, but announced that it had given up that goal at the end of 2024.
Instead, the company says it will increase the use of recycled plastic in its packaging and increase collection
of single-use plastic bottles for further recycling. However, Oceana says that relying on the use of recycled
materials and collection of plastic for recycling won’t reduce the great influence of Coca-Cola’ s plastic footprint.
The organization’s Senior Vice President Matt Littlejohn said: “Single-use plastic is bad for the oceans,
human health, and business. Recycling can’t solve the company’s out-of-control plastic problem. Reuse can.” Headded, “Single-use plastic bottles made with recycled content can — just like bottles made of virgin plastic — still
become marine pollution and harm ocean life.” As well as harming sea life, plastic use is also harmful for human
health. Several studies have connected plastic pollution and microplastics to serious health conditions, such as
cancer, heart disease and dementia. Oceana suggests Coca-Cola should take real action that can address its plastic
problem now, namely replacing single-use packaging with reusable packaging.
28．What was Coca-Cola’s original plan for 2030?
A．To use 25% reusable packaging.
B．To stop all plastic bottle production.
C．To recycle 100% of its plastic waste.
D．To replace plastics with glass bottles.
29．What is Oceana’s attitude toward Coca-Cola’s recycled plastic policy?
A．Supportive. B．Critical. C．Reserved. D．Indifferent.
30．What can we infer according to Matt Littlejohn?
A．Blue whales are the most affected by plastic waste.
B．Reusable packaging is a better solution than recycling.
C．Microplastics mainly come from non-recycled bottles.
D．Coca-Cola’s new plan will solve plastic pollution effectively.
31．Which is the most suitable title for the passage?
A．How to Stop Ocean Pollution.
B．Coca-Cola’s New Reusable Plan.
C．A Growing Threat of Plastic Bottles.
D．Coca-Cola’s Plastic Pollution Problem.
For a long time, psychologists believed in “catharsis theory,” or the idea that it’s better to release negative
emotions than hold onto them. But back in 2002, Brad Bushman, a professor of communication at the Ohio State
University, published a study that questioned that logic, saying that venting (发泄) “is the worst thing you can do”
when you’ re mad and it’s “adding more fuel to the fire.”
Focusing on a frustrating conversation can blow out of proportion relatively minor annoyances, which is
unhealthy, says Jesse Cougle, a psychology professor studying anger at Florida State University.
The problem is that when you’re furious (愤怒的), it feels better to shout angrily than it does to take some
centering deep breaths. Bushman has seen that in his research. Even though activities like hitting a punching bagdon’t actually lessen anger, “75% of people report feeling better” after they do it, he says. The same is often true for
venting to a friend. It feels great to have someone support your perspective.
Can something that feels so good really be so wrong? Bushman says it’s not always a bad thing to get
something off your chest. Talking through a negative feeling with the goal of understanding why something
bothered you and how to better respond in the future, such as with a therapist, can be beneficial, he says. But
venting becomes less helpful, Cougle says, when it’s mean-spirited—when you repeat the same thing you’ve done
many times, keeping yourself stuck in that past anger without trying to move past it.
When you feel yourself getting stuck in the trap of venting, look for healthier coping strategies. If yoga and
meditation aren’t your thing, try a quick shift in perspective. Bushman’s research supports the “fly-on-the-wall”
technique, which challenges angry people to imagine themselves as a third party observing the situation that made
them angry. And finally, don’t underestimate the impact of anger — that is, getting angry when you’re hungry.
Science suggests it’s a real phenomenon. So next time you feel yourself gearing up for a venting session, think of
grabbing a snack and taking a few deep breaths instead.
32．What is the traditional belief of venting?
A．Nothing can be worse than venting. B．Venting may lead to worse emotions.
C．Letting anger out always works well. D．Releasing negative feelings is logical.
33．What does the underlined word “that” in paragraph 3 refer to?
A．The problem of venting while angry.
B．The benefit of taking some deep breaths.
C．The temporary relief from venting anger.
D．The lessened anger after hitting something.
34．Why is the “fly-on-the-wall” technique mentioned in paragraph 5?
A．To challenge angry people.
B．To replace yoga and meditation.
C．To illustrate change in perspective.
D．To observe the situation as a third party.
35．What is the passage mainly about?
A．The psychological risk of venting and its influence.
B．The harm of venting anger and its coping techniques.
C．The science of hunger-related anger and its solutions.
D．The development of catharsis theory and its modern debates.How to Build Self-confidence
Self-confidence is an important quality that helps us face challenges and achieve our goals. 36
Here are some practical tips to help you develop it, whether you’re struggling with daily tasks or preparing for big
life milestones.
· Set small and achievable goals. 37 When you finish a small goal, you will feel a sense of
achievement, which can encourage you to take on bigger challenges. For example, if you want to improve your
English, you can start by memorizing 10 new words every day instead of 100 a tiny step leading to great progress
over time.
· 38 Trying new things, such as joining a club or giving a short speech, can help you learn new
skills and discover your hidden abilities. These small acts of courage are exactly what fuel your self belief. In
contrast, staying stuck in the familiar will only limit your potential and hold you back from growth.
· Stay kind to yourself. Being gentle with yourself means accepting your shortcomings. 39 They
are part of the learning process, and it’s important to learn from them instead of feeling ashamed. You can also
write down your strengths and achievements to remind yourself of your good points on tough days.
· Surround yourself with optimistic people. They can give you support and encouragement when you feel
down. Avoid people who always criticize you or make you feel bad about yourself. After all, the influence of those
around you is powerful, shaping how you see yourself each day. 40
Patience and effort fueling you, you’ll find yourself growing into the positive person you’ve always wanted to be.
A．It comes from experience.
B．Step out of your comfort zone.
C．Don’t blame yourself for failures.
D．It is somewhat tough to build, however.
E．Divided tasks are easier than complex ones.
F．A good mood helps you develop confidence easily.
G．Positive people can boost your mood and motivation.
三、完形填空
One afternoon, as I was diving into life’s deeper questions with my students, a thoughtful boy named Jack raised
his hand. “Why do so many people feel lost?” he asked. 41 their curiosity, I decided to show them theropes through experience rather than simply 42 . “Follow me,” I said, leading them toward the nearby
43 .
Whispers filled the air. “Why are we going there?” Emma murmured. “Are there wild animals?” Liam added
nervously. “Are we even going to 44 this?” A voice trembled from the back. I stayed 45 ,
walking calmly ahead. The students trailed behind me, their minds racing with 46 . Some panicked over
47 lions; others pictured snakes. With every step, their anxiety 48 , yet I said nothing.
After forty minutes, we stopped at the forest’s edge. 49 them, I smiled. “Don’t worry — we won’t be
entering. But tell me, what did you notice on our way here?” The students fell silent. “You were so caught up in
50 of the unknown,” I continued, “that you 51 the birds singing, the sunlight filtering through the
leaves, and the 52 around you.”
Jack’s eyes lit up with realization. “So...we worry so much about the future that we 53 to live now?”
“Exactly,” I replied. “Life is a 54 . If we let fear take over, we’ll miss its wonders.” The students
nodded, their faces brightening.
As we walked back, they laughed, finally noticing the world they’d overlooked before. The lesson was simple
but profound: The 55 shapes the future. Don’t let fear steal today’s gifts.
41．A．Ignoring B．Sensing C．Criticizing D．Celebrating
42．A．complain B．argue C．explain D．announce
43．A．mountain B．river C．desert D．forest
44．A．survive B．enjoy C．remember D．control
45．A．curious B．silent C．shocked D．amused
46．A．plans B．guesses C．decisions D．jokes
47．A．hungry B．magical C．fierce D．imaginary
48．A．grew B．emerged C．faded D．fell
49．A．Calling on B．Pointing at C．Turning to D．Waiting for
50．A．joy B．fear C．anger D．hope
51．A．heard B．missed C．avoided D．recorded
52．A．beauty B．harmony C．warmth D．mystery
53．A．refuse B．pretend C．forget D．hate
54．A．game B．battle C．gift D．journey
55．A．present B．chance C．effort D．luck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。
The hulusi, with a history that can be traced back to the pre-Qin period in China, originated in the
southwestern border of China, especially among ethnic minorities such as the Dai, Achang and Blang in Yunnan,
56 is an essential musical companion in their cultural life.
The structure of the hulusi is unique, mainly 57 (compose) of three parts: a natural gourd (葫芦),
three bamboo tubes, and a built-in reed (簧片). The selection of the gourd is crucial, requiring 58
uniform shape and a solid layer to produce a good effect. Bamboo tubes and reeds are particularly carefully made,
with the length of the bamboo tube and the thickness of the reed needing to be adjusted according to the pitch (音
高) 59 (ensure) that every note can be clearly and accurately produced.
The tone of the hulusi is gentle and delicate, like a soft breeze 60 (blow) in the mountains, giving
people a subtle and misty beauty. Whether it is folk songs, farm songs, or folk tunes, the hulusi can bring the
audience into a quiet and distant 61 (art) conception with its unique tone, soothing people’s hearts and
conveying the harmony and quietness of nature.
The hulusi is not only a unique musical instrument but an important 62 (carry) of ethnic culture in
local weddings, funerals and sacrificial activities, 63 the melody of the hulusi often rings, conveying the
feelings about life of the ethnic group. In recent years, with the emphasis 64 and promotion of ethnic
culture, the hulusi 65 (receive) more and more attention in China and shown its unique charm on the
international stage, attracting the attention of music lovers around the world.
五、书信写作
66．你校将以五一劳动节为主题举办英语征文比赛。请你结合以下名言，写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
（1）你对名言的理解；
（2）你的相关经历。
The most beautiful things in the world are created by labor, by the clever hands of
people.—Gorky
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。From what Gorky said, I believe
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六、书面表达
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 city was vast and unfamiliar, its towering buildings casting long shadows that seemed to swallow her
whole. Emma stood at the corner of a bustling street, holding a heavy suitcase in her hands. She had dreamed of
this moment-starting fresh, building a new life — but now, surrounded by strangers and endless concrete, she felt
small and utterly alone.
Her first week was a blur of missteps. The job she had lined up fell through when the company decided to
hire someone with more experience. Her savings were decreasing faster than she had expected, and the rent was
due in a week. Everywhere she turned, it felt like the city was pushing her away, as if it didn’t have room for one
more dreamer.
One rainy evening, when Emma boarded the train from another unsuccessful job interview, she noticed an
elderly man sitting across from her. He was dressed in a worn but neatly pressed suit, and his hands rested on a
leather briefcase that looked as old as he was. What caught Emma’s attention, however, was the book he was
reading — The Great Gatsby, her favorite novel.
Emma hesitated for a moment before striking up a conversation. “That’s a wonderful book,” she said,
smiling. The man looked up, his eyes bright with surprise and curiosity. “You’ve read it?” he asked, his voice warm
but tinged with a hint of nostalgia. As they began to talk, he put the book into his briefcase and introduced himself
as Mr. Bennett, and he had been a literature professor before retiring. He spoke of his travels, his students, and thebooks that had shaped his life. And Emma also shared her hopeless situation. Listening attentively for a while, Mr
Bennett pulled out a pen and a cream-colored card with his wrinkled hands, and quickly wrote something down.
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。
As the train approached Emma’s stop, Mr. Bennett reached into his briefcase.
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That evening, as Emma opened the book, a cream-colored card dropped out of it.
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题号 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
答案 C A B A B C B B A C
题号 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
答案 C A B B A C A A C A
题号 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
答案 D B A D C C D A B B
题号 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40
答案 D D C C B D E B C G
题号 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50
答案 B C D A B B D A C B
题号 51 52 53 54 55
答案 B A C D A
1．C
【原文】W: Could you pass me a cleaning cloth? I can’t put clean dinner plates on this dirty shelf.
M: Here you are. If you like, I’ll prepare some vegetables while you are doing that.
2．A
【原文】W: Last night’s homework was terrible. How did you feel about it?
M: I didn’t think it was too bad. I handed it in to the teacher this morning. Let’s see what he thinks.
3．B
【原文】W: I was thinking of starting a band, but I need a drummer and a singer. Do you know anyone?
M: Sorry, I actually don’t. Everyone I know plays the violin, like I do.
4．A
【原文】M: You can sit here if you’d like a window seat.
W: Oh, that’s very kind of you, but my seat is right over one of the wings. I’ll be able to have a great view. Thanks,
anyway.
5．B
【原文】M: Look what I’ve bought. I’ll be able to get some air to my legs.
W: Great, and you’ll need a new pair of shoes. Black shoes and socks with shorts isn’t a good look.
6．C 7．B
【原文】W: I’m getting really hungry. Do you want to order takeout?
M: There are still leftovers from yesterday. Also, we have plenty of eggs to cook.
W: It is Friday, though. You know you want to have something fresh and easy.
M: Fine, but only if you pay for it.
W: Great. Let’s order some burgers for dinner to celebrate the week.
M: I don’t want a burger, though. Get me a salad with extra carrots and onions.8．B 9．A 10．C
【原文】W: Now that I have retired, I would like to learn a new skill.
M: What kind of skill, Grandma? Something like gardening?
W: No, I thought about cooking, but I’m quite good at that already. Then I was thinking of computers.
M: That would be different. Do you think you could do it?
W: Well, my eyesight is poor, but I am still very active and my memory is excellent.
M: There is a night school held at the town hall, and they teach about computers.
W: That’s what I thought. I will give them a ring.
11．C 12．A 13．B
【原文】M: I’ve been reading a book and I would have said it was the best book I have ever read.
W: But...
M: But I got to the last chapter, it just repeated over and over what had already been said in the book.
W: So, it’s not the best book you have ever read?
M: Well, I loved it 90% of the time. I suppose I’m greedy and want total satisfaction.
W: Hey, you paid for all of those pages — not 90% of them. You’re supposed to expect total satisfaction.
M: Actually, I found it on a train so that doesn’t apply. But even if I’d borrowed it, I suppose I’d expect to
completely enjoy it.
W: Do you think I should read it?
M: I was going to recommend it to people, but after that last chapter, I felt like throwing it away.
W: I’m curious. I must read it.
M: I’ll get it for you.
14．B 15．A 16．C 17．A
【原文】M: Hey, Alice. Thanks for saving me a spot at the table.
W: No problem. How come you are so late? They were just serving pizza, but it’s all gone now.
M: I know. Mrs. Clay had to keep the entire class 10 minutes after the bell.
W: What is she teaching you right now?
M: The countries of the world and their capital cities. It’s so confusing.
W: There is no way it’s as confusing as what we learned in Mr. Potter’s class. He’s teaching us about shapes and
measuring angles.
M: Ah, math is always hard for me. Hey, did you hear Mr. Johnson is taking us on a field trip?
W: Oh, yeah. We’re going swimming this afternoon.
M: He’s such a cool teacher. Last year when his class got all B’s or higher, he took them to a soccer game.W: That’s awesome! I wonder where he will take us this year.
M: I don’t know, but my vote is for the amusement park!
18．A 19．C 20．A
【原文】Ladies and gentlemen, thanks again for coming to the 16th Annual Vinewood County Community
Awards. I am honored to be standing here before you as captain of the Vinewood Police Department. I am even
more privileged to be presenting our final award of the night. But before that, I am proud to say this year we raised
$30,000. That’s $5,000 more than last year! Now I want to talk about Rob Cook. This man is a true hero. He has
already received the White Flower Award, which symbolizes charity. Back then he helped pay for the construction
of a school. Then we gave him the Gold Star for bravery, when he saved a child from a terrible fire. Today we
honor him again with the Pink Rose. Although Rob is retiring this year and we are all sad to see him go, there is
one advantage of his leaving. There will be more awards left for the rest of us? And now, please welcome... Rob
Cook!
41．B 42．C 43．D 44．A 45．B 46．B 47．D 48．A 49．C 50．B
51．B 52．A 53．C 54．D 55．A
56．which 57．composed 58．a 59．to ensure 60．blowing 61．artistic 62．carrier
63．where 64．on 65．has received
66．One possible version:
From what Gorky said, I believe true beauty springs from labor and human wisdom. Last summer, I joined a
community garden project. At first, I doubted my ability to grow anything. Yet as I dug soil, planted seeds, and
watered daily, I witnessed tiny sprouts pushing through earth. My rough hands and sunburned skin felt like badges
of honor when we finally harvested fresh tomatoes. That moment taught me: labor changes both land and spirit.
The sweetness of those tomatoes came not just from sunshine, but from patience and effort.
67．As the train approached Emma’s stop, Mr.Bennett reached into his briefcase. He pulled out the book The
Great Gatsby he had been reading, and handed it to Emma with a warm smile. “It has been a companion to me
through many years, and I hope it will be to you as well,” said Mr. Bennett.Emma was taken aback by the
unexpected gesture, feeling a wave of gratitude washing over her. She accepted the book, promising to read it with
the same care and attention that Mr.Bennett had shown her.
That evening, as Emma opened the book, a cream-colored card dropped out of it. She picked it up and read the
elegant script: “To Emma, may your journey in the city be as enlightening as the stories you read. Keep dreaming
and never lose sight of what truly matters. Sincerely, Mr.Bennett.” The card was a testament to the kindness ofstrangers and the unexpected connections one can make in a bustling city. Emma felt a renewed sense of hope and
determination, inspired by the generosity of a man she had only just met.
