安徽省六校教育研究会2025-2026 学年高三上学期9 月月考英语试题
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。
On
a sweltering August day
in Savannah
, Georgia, I was completely
unaware that a life-changing moment was about to occur (伏笔). After I loaded
fresh peaches into my car
and was about to leave the lively farmers’ market,
my car decided to play a cruel joke on me(无灵主语句)—it refused to start.
I had no choice but to have my car towed to a garage nearby. Standing
there(现在分词短语做伴随动作), the intense heat beating down on me(独立主格刻画环境), I felt a
lump forming in my throat. Just then, an elderly woman with a warm smile
approached me. “Car trouble, too?” she asked, her voice filled with concern(独
立主格). I nodded, frustration evident in my expression(独立主格刻画人物). “I have no
idea what’s wrong. It was working fine earlier.”
What began as a simple exchange soon turned into a sincere conversation.
She listened attentively as I complained about my car
and then we found
ourselves chatting comfortably. We shared stories about my travels, her cozy
hometown, her husband’s recent fishing hobby, and my parents’ plans for a
beach vacation(名词并列).
“Your car is all set, ma’am,” the mechanic called out to the woman. She
thanked him with a gracious smile and turned to me. As she was about to walk
away , she paused, as if in deep thought. “I need to tell you something,” she
said, her tone serious (独立主格). “My daughter passed away a couple of years
ago. Even now, small things can set me off. But every so often, I meet someone
who reminds me of her, and today, you did. I believe that maybe it’s a sign,
that she’s still with me in some way. Talking to you has been a real pleasure.”
She smiled, her eyes glistening (独立主格刻画人物). “When you get home, give your
parents a big hug. They’re lucky to have you.”
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。
Paragraph 1: I felt tears of my own welling up in my eyes.
Paragraph 2: A few hours later, I pulled into the driveway at my parents’ house.
安徽省六校教育研究会2025-2026 学年高三上学期9 月月考英语试题
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。
On a sweltering (闷热的) August day in Savannah, Georgia, I was
completely unaware that a life-changing moment was about to occur. After I
loaded fresh peaches into my car and was about to leave the lively farmers’
market, my car decided to play a cruel joke on me—it refused to start.
I had no choice but to have my car towed (拖车) to a garage nearby.
Standing there, the intense heat beating down on me, I felt a lump forming in
my throat. Just then, an elderly woman with a warm smile approached me. “Car
trouble, too?” she asked, her voice filled with concern. I nodded, frustration
evident in my expression. “I have no idea what’s wrong. It was working fine
earlier.”
What began as a simple exchange soon turned into a sincere conversation.
She listened attentively as I complained about my car and then we found
ourselves chatting comfortably. We shared stories about my travels, her cozy
hometown, her husband’s recent fishing hobby, and my parents’ plans for a
beach vacation.
“Your car is all set, ma’am,” the mechanic called out to the woman. She
thanked him with a gracious smile and turned to me. As she was about to walk
away, she paused, as if in deep thought. “I need to tell you something,” she said,
her tone serious. “My daughter passed away a couple of years ago. Even now,
small things can set me off. But every so often, I meet someone who reminds me
of her, and today, you did. I believe that maybe it’s a sign, that she’s still with
me in some way. Talking to you has been a real pleasure.” She smiled, her eyes
glistening. “When you get home, give your parents a big hug. They’re lucky to
have you.”
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。
Paragraph 1: I felt tears of my own welling up in my eyes.
Paragraph 2: A few hours later, I pulled into the driveway at my parents’ house.
1. 读后续写类型分析与构思指导
类型分类:人与人温情类 - 本文聚焦于陌生人之间的情感连接和人生启
示,通过意外相遇引发深刻的情感体验和人生感悟。
续写构思框架
布局设计:
第一段(承接原文结尾):深入描写“我”听到老妇人故事后的情感反应和两
人的告别场景
第二段:聚焦“我”回家后与父母的互动,体现老妇人话语带来的实际行动和
情感传递
提炼框架:
情感递进:惊讶→感动→反思→行动
主题升华:从个人困扰到亲情珍惜
线索呼应:桃子象征、拥抱行动、情感传承
实施要点:
保持原文细腻的情感描写风格
延续对话式的亲切语言
注重细节描写展现情感变化
承接原文事项:
时间连续性:保持同一个闷热的八月天
情感一致性:“我”的感动要与前文的哽咽形成自然过渡
人物性格统一:老妇人的温暖善良,“我”的敏感易感
巧妙设计技巧
使用“桃子”作为象征线索,连接市场场景和家庭场景
通过环境描写烘托情感(如闷热→清凉的情感转变)
设计有意义的细节(如拥抱的具体描写)
2. 故事山模式与文本分析
上升:汽车故障 → 遇到老妇人 → 愉快交谈
转折:老妇人分享丧女之痛和“我”像她女儿的发现
下降:情感共鸣 → 回家拥抱父母(续写部分)
可直接衔接的原文元素:
新鲜桃子(可成为回家后与父母分享的物品)
海滩度假计划(可成为与父母对话的话题)
拖车和修车(可简要提及解决方案)
3. 多角度文本分析表格
分析角度
内容
原文反应句
人物刻画
老妇人:温暖善良、经
历丧女之痛但仍关爱他
人;“我”:敏感、善
解人意
“an elderly woman with a warm smile
approached me”
情感层次
从沮丧→安慰→感动→
深刻共鸣
“I felt a lump forming in my my throat”
→ “chatting comfortably” → “I felt
tears of my own welling up”
关键情节点
汽车故障(开端)→ 相
遇交谈(发展)→ 分享
丧女经历(转折)→ 情
感启示(高潮)
“it refused to start” → “chatting
comfortably” → “My daughter passed
away...”
分析角度
内容
原文反应句
语言特色
细腻描写、对话推动情
节、情感词汇丰富
“her voice filled with concern”, “her
eyes glistening”
关键词分析
sweltering(环境烘
托)、lump in throat(情
感外化)、glistening
(细腻描写)
多处体现
心理描写
通过生理反应表现心理
状态
“frustration evident in my expression”,
“lump forming in my throat”
动作描写
自然流畅的动作衔接
“approached”, “paused, as if in deep
thought”
环境描写
炎热天气烘托情绪,形
成对比
“sweltering August day”, “intense heat
beating down”
隐含主题
陌生人之间的善意连
接、亲情的珍贵、生活
中的意外礼物
“I believe that maybe it's a sign”
情感转折
从个人烦恼到他人共
情,从表面交流到深度
连接
从抱怨汽车到聆听人生故事
空间转换
农贸市场→修车厂→
(续写)回家路上→父
母家
“farmers' market” → “garage nearby”
时间过渡
闷热下午的连续时间
线,通过对话自然推进
从汽车故障到修好离开的时间流逝
4. 伏笔、冲突与解决方案分析
伏笔处:新鲜桃子:可能成为回家后与父母分享的礼物
父母的海滩度假计划:为回家后的对话提供话题
闷热天气:可能通过回家后的清凉形成情感对比
冲突点:外部冲突:汽车故障带来的行程中断
内部冲突:老妇人的丧女之痛与日常生活的挣扎
情感冲突:“我”最初的自怜与后来的他人共情
隐含线索:
老妇人提到女儿时,“small things can set me off”暗示她日常的情感脆弱
“I meet someone who reminds me of her”暗示她在寻找情感慰藉
解决方案:
汽车问题:通过拖车和修理解决(文中已提及)
情感问题:通过真诚交流和情感共鸣获得疗愈
主题升华:将陌生人的善意转化为对亲情的珍惜和行动
续写段落开头建议
Paragraph 1 发展思路:
从“眼泪涌出”开始,描写:
对老妇人丧女之痛的理解和共情
两人告别时的温暖细节
老妇人离开后“我”的反思和决心
Paragraph 2 发展思路:
从“驶入父母家车道”开始,描写:
见到父母时的具体拥抱场景
分享桃子和老妇人故事
情感的真实传递和主题升华
3. 动作环境心理描写与高级词汇
动作描写
A single tear traced a path down her weathered cheek.
一滴泪水沿着她饱经风霜的脸颊滑落。
I reached out and enveloped her in a warm, heartfelt embrace.
我伸出手,给予她一个温暖而真诚的拥抱。
She gave my hand a gentle, lingering squeeze before turning away.
她转身离开前,温柔而久久地握了握我的手。
With a final wave, she melted into the midday crowd.
最后挥了挥手,她消失在正午的人群中。
I watched her retreating figure until it was a blur in the distance.
我望着她远去的身影,直到它在远方变得模糊。
I carried the basket of peaches with a newfound sense of purpose.
我提着那篮桃子,带着一种全新的使命感。
Throwing my arms around my mom the moment she opened the door.
妈妈一开门,我就张开双臂抱住了她。
My dad looked up from his newspaper, his eyes crinkling into a smile.
爸爸从报纸上抬起头,眼角笑出了鱼尾纹。
I poured two glasses of iced tea, the ice cubes clinking softly.
我倒了两杯冰茶,冰块轻轻作响。
I recounted the story, my hands gesturing to emphasize the connection.
我讲述着这个故事,用手势来强调那种奇妙的联系。
心理描写
A profound sense of gratitude washed over me, soothing my earlier frustration.
一种深深的感激之情涌上心头,抚平了我早先的沮丧。
Her words echoed in the cavern of my mind, gaining weight and meaning.
她的话语在我脑海中回荡,愈发沉重且充满意义。
I was deeply moved by this serendipitous encounter that felt destined.
这次感觉是命中注定的意外相遇,让我深深感动。
A mix of sorrow for her loss and joy for our connection tangled within me.
为她失去女儿而悲伤与为我们之间的连接而欣喜,两种情绪在我心中交织。
The stranger's vulnerability cracked open the shell of my own self-pity.
这位陌生人的脆弱,敲碎了我自怜的外壳。
An urgency to act, to not let this lesson fade, pulsed through me.
一种要采取行动、不让这份教诲消逝的紧迫感在我心中涌动。
The weight of her story settled in my heart, a precious and sobering gift.
她故事的分量沉淀在我心中,是一份珍贵而发人深省的礼物。
My own problems seemed trivial in the face of such profound grief and grace.
面对如此深沉的悲伤和优雅,我自己的问题显得微不足道。
I felt an unexpected kinship with a woman whose name I didn't even know.
我对一个连名字都不知道的女人,产生了一种意想不到的亲切感。
Her advice became a mantra, repeating itself with every mile closer to home.
她的建议变成了一句真言,每离家近一英里,它就在我心中重复一次。
环境描写
The sweltering heat seemed to recede, replaced by a warm glow of human
connection.
闷热似乎消散了,被人与人之间连接的温暖光芒所取代。
A gentle breeze rustled the leaves, as if whispering a blessing on our meeting.
一阵微风吹拂树叶,仿佛在为我们相遇轻声祝福。
The relentless Georgian sun now felt comforting on my skin.
佐治亚州灼热的阳光,此刻照在皮肤上却让人感到安慰。
The familiar sight of my childhood home brought an immediate sense of peace.
童年老家熟悉的景象立刻带来一种平静感。
The cheerful chirping of sparrows provided a stark contrast to the heavy
conversation.
麻雀欢快的鸣叫,与我们沉重的谈话形成了鲜明的对比。
The cool shade of the garage's awning offered a sanctuary for our heartfelt talk.
车库雨篷下的阴凉,为我们真心的交谈提供了一个庇护所。
The scent of ripe peaches from my car filled the air with a sweet, summery
fragrance.
车里熟透桃子的香气,使空气中充满了甜美的夏日芬芳。
Long shadows stretched across the road as I began the journey home.
当我启程回家时,长长的影子在道路上延伸。
The dim, air-conditioned interior of the car was a welcome respite from the heat.
车内昏暗、开着空调,是从炎热中解脱出来的一个受欢迎的喘息之地。
The porch light of my parents' house shone like a beacon, guiding me home.
父母家门廊的灯像灯塔一样闪耀,指引我回家。
常见单词高级替换词(分类场景)
1. 说 (said):
murmured (低声说)
whispered (耳语)
breathed (轻声说,气息般说出)
added (补充道)
concluded (总结道)
2. 伤心/哭 (sad/cry):
grief (悲痛,名词)
glistening (闪烁的,形容含泪)
welling up (涌出,形容眼泪)
a lump in one's throat (喉咙哽咽)
emotion-choked voice (因情绪激动而哽咽的声音)
3. 好/开心 (good/happy):
gracious (亲切的,仁慈的)
profound (深刻的)
serendipitous (偶然发现的,意外收获的)
heartfelt (衷心的,真诚的)
a warm glow (温暖的喜悦/满足感)
4. 重要 (important):
profound (意义深远的)
sobering (发人深省的)
significant (重要的)
purpose (目的,使命感)
precious (珍贵的)
5. 走 (walk/go):
approach (走近)
retreat (后退,离开)
melt into (消失在...中)
pull into (驶入)
head for (朝向...走去)
4. 搭配、词法与语料积累
动词+名词搭配:
play a cruel joke on sb.: 对某人开了一个残酷的玩笑 (拟人化用法,生动形象)
have a lump in one's throat: 喉咙哽咽 (强烈的情感导致生理反应)
set sb. off: 触发某人的情绪 (常指悲伤、愤怒等负面情绪)
well up: (眼泪)涌出 (形象地描绘泪水盈眶的过程)
pull into: (车辆)驶入 (专用于交通工具到达某地)
形容词+名词搭配:
sweltering day: 闷热难当的一天 (比 "hot day" 程度更深,更不舒适)
warm smile: 温暖的微笑 (传达友好和善意)
gracious smile: 亲切/优雅的微笑 (带有修养和感激之意)
sincere conversation: 真诚的交谈 (超越寒暄的深度交流)
life-changing moment: 改变人生的时刻 (强调事件的重要性)
副词使用:
completely unaware: 完全没有意识到 (加强 unaware 的程度)
frustration evident: 沮丧显而易见 (evident 作补语,说明状态)
listened attentively: 专注地倾听 (表现人物的投入)
chatting comfortably: 舒适/自在地聊天 (表现关系的融洽)
可积累语料与生词短语
1. sweltering (adj.) 闷热的
词意: 极度炎热和潮湿的,让人感到不舒服的。
词性: 形容词
近义词: scorching, boiling, oppressive, stifling
反义词: freezing, chilly, cool, frigid
例句:
The sweltering weather made it difficult to breathe outdoors.
闷热的天气让人在户外难以呼吸。
We sought refuge from the sweltering heat in an air-conditioned cafe.
我们在一家有空调的咖啡馆里躲避闷热。
2. well up (phr. v.) (眼泪)涌出
词意: (尤指眼泪)开始出现并增多。
词性: 短语动词
近义词: brim over, spring to one's eyes, flow, surge
反义词: subside, recede, dry up
例句:
Tears welled up in her eyes as she listened to the moving story.
听着这个感人的故事,她的眼泪涌了上来。
I felt a wave of emotion welling up inside me.
我感到一阵情绪在我内心涌起。
3. gracious (adj.) 亲切的;仁慈的;优雅的
词意: 礼貌、仁慈且令人愉悦的,尤其是在对待下属或处境不利的人时。
词性: 形容词
近义词: courteous, kind, benevolent, elegant
反义词: rude, ungracious, churlish, mean
例句:
She was gracious enough to forgive my mistake.
她非常宽宏大量,原谅了我的错误。
The host gave a gracious speech welcoming all the guests.
主人发表了亲切的演讲,欢迎所有来宾。
4. set (sb.) off (phr. v.) 触发(某人的情绪)
词意: 引起某人突然开始做某事,尤指哭泣、大笑或争吵。
词性: 短语动词
近义词: trigger, spark off, provoke, start
反义词: calm down, soothe, placate, quell
例句:
The slightest criticism seems to set him off these days.
最近哪怕最轻微的批评似乎都会让他情绪失控。
That song always sets me off thinking about my college years.
那首歌总是会触发我对大学岁月的回忆。
5. profound (adj.) 深刻的;深沉的;极大的
词意: (程度)非常深的;(影响)深远的;(情感)强烈的。
词性: 形容词
近义词: deep, intense, heartfelt, extreme
反义词: shallow, superficial, slight, mild
例句:
Her mother's death had a profound effect on her.
她母亲的去世对她产生了深远的影响。
I would like to express my profound gratitude for your help.
我想对您的帮助表达我深深的感激。
5. Possible Versions(5)
Versions 1
Paragraph 1: I felt tears of my own welling up in my eyes. Her words struck
me like a gentle wave, washing
away the frustration
(现在分词短语做伴随动作) I had carried
since my car broke down. I forced a shaky smile, whispering
a heartfelt “thank
you.”(现在分词短语做伴随动作) For a moment, it was as if time froze under the blazing sun, the
crowded market fading into silence(独立主格刻画人物心理感受). I could almost picture her
daughter standing beside her, sharing the same warmth that shone in her eyes.
Taking
a deep breath
(现在分词短语做伴随动作), I promised myself I would never take my
family’s presence for granted. With one last nod of gratitude, I watched her leave,
her
car
gradually blending into the noisy street
(独立主格). As I turned toward
check
my own repaired car, a strange sense of calm and purpose replaced my earlier
anxiety(无灵主语句).
Paragraph 2: A few hours later, I pulled into the driveway at my parents’
house. The sight of the familiar front porch stirred a lump in my throat once
again(无灵主语句). Without hesitation, I rushed inside, dropping
my bag
full
of
peaches(adj 做后置定语)by the door(现在分词短语做伴随动作). My parents, surprised
by my sudden
arrival(现在分词短语做伴随动作), exchanged curious glances b efore I
wrapped them both in a
tight embrace. “I just wanted to tell you how much I love you,” I said, my voice
trembling yet steady with conviction(独立主格刻画人物). They laughed softly, slightly
puzzled(过去分词做adj 主语补语), but hugged me back with all the warmth I had longed for. As
I felt their steady heartbeats against me, the woman’s words echoed in my mind.
Life is unpredictable, yet love anchors us in ways beyond explanation. That day, I
realized the true blessing of simply having someone to go home to.
Version 2
Paragraph 1: I felt tears of my own welling up in my eyes. Her story tore
open a quiet corner of my heart(无灵主语句), reminding
me of
(现在分词短语做伴随动作) all the
times my parents had stood silently behind me, offering
love without asking for
anything in return(现在分词短语做后置定语). I lowered my head, unable
to meet her gaze for
a moment(adj 做主语补语), afraid(adj 做主语补语) my emotions would spill over. Gathering
my
courage(现在分词短语做伴随动作), I managed to say, “You’ve given me more than comfort—
you’ve given me a reminder of what matters most.” and waved goodbye to her.
The mechanic’s voice calling my name(现在分词短语做后置定语) pulled me back to reality(无灵主
语句), and I realized my car was ready too. I gave the woman a final, grateful smile,
clutching
her words like a precious gift
(夸张描写). As I slid behind the wheel, I no
longer felt the suffocating heat of the day. Instead, there was warmth within me,
steady and reassuring(adj 做补语), guiding
me back home
(现在分词短语做伴随动作).
Paragraph 2: A few hours later, I pulled into the driveway at my parents’
house. The moment
I saw my mother watering flowers and my father reading the
newspaper on the porch, tears blurred my vision again(无灵主语句). Memories flooded
back(无灵主语句)—late-night talks, home-cooked meals, and gentle encouragement(名词并
列)whenever I stumbled. I stepped out quickly and ran toward them, wrapping
my
arms tightly around their shoulders(现在分词短语做伴随动作). Startled(过去分词做adj 主语补语), my
mother asked, “What’s wrong, dear?” I shook my head with a smile. “Nothing’s
wrong. I just realized how lucky I am to have you.” My father patted my back in
silence, yet his eyes spoke volumes. That embrace carried not just affection but
a renewed vow—to cherish every fleeting moment we still had together.
Version 3
Paragraph 1: I felt tears of my own welling up in my eyes. For so long, I had
been caught up in my own plans and troubles that I forgot how fragile life truly was.
The woman’s confession pierced through my complaints about a broken car(无灵主
语句), making
them seem so trivial
(现在分词短语做伴随动作). I wanted to say something
comforting, but words failed me(无灵主语句). So, I simply held her gaze, letting
the
silence speak for me(现在分词短语做伴随动作). Finally, I managed to whisper, “I’ll remember
what you said.” She nodded gently, as if satisfied that her message had found a
home in me. Watching
her walk away
(现在分词段要做伴随动作), I felt a newfound
determination settle in my chest. By the time I climbed into my own car, repaired
and humming quietly(adj 做补语), I knew exactly what I needed to do next.
Paragraph 2: A few hours later, I pulled into the driveway at my parents’
house. The twilight sky painted everything in golden light(环境描写), and for once, I
didn’t rush to unload my luggage or check my phone. Instead, I went straight inside,
where my parents greeted me with surprise and joy. Overcome with emotion(过去分词短
语做方式状语), I hugged them tightly, whispering(现在分词短语做伴随动作), “Thank you for being here,
always.” My mother stroked my hair, and my father’s eyes softened, though he said
little. Sitting
together around the dinner table later
(现在分词短语做伴随动作), I shared the
story of the woman I met, her grief, and her strength(名词并列). My parents listened
quietly, their hands holding mine across the table(独立主格). In that moment, I
understood what home truly meant—not just a place, but a presence, a bond, an
unspoken promise that endures.
1. 地道搭配 / 近义词替换
well up (eyes/tears) → fill with, brim with, overflow with
wrap…in an embrace → pull into a hug, hold tightly, clutch in arms
a lump in one’s throat → choked with emotion, voice trembling
glistening eyes → moist eyes, tear-streaked eyes
hold someone’s gaze → lock eyes with, meet one’s eyes steadily
2. 情绪描写亮点词汇
trembling voice (颤抖的声音)
shaky smile (勉强的微笑)
blurred vision (模糊的视线)
steady heartbeat (平稳的心跳)
soft laughter (轻声的笑)
3. 动作描写亮点词汇
clutch…like a gift (把…当作礼物紧握)
rush inside (冲进屋里)
pat sb. on the back (拍背安慰)
stroke one’s hair (抚摸头发)
blend into the crowd (融入人群)
4. 同义替换与例句
cherish = treasure = value = prize
I will cherish every moment with my family.
She treasures the letters from her childhood friend.
embrace = hug = hold = cuddle
He embraced his mother tightly after the long trip.
The little boy cuddled his puppy lovingly.
remind sb. of = bring back memories of = recall = evoke
The song reminded me of my high school days.
Her smile evoked a memory of my grandmother.
fragile = delicate = vulnerable = breakable
Life is fragile, so we must live it fully.
The delicate vase broke easily.
官方读后续写:
I felt tears of my own welling up in my eyes. Her words struck a chord
deep within me, making
the sweltering heat
fade into insignificance
(现在分词短语
做结果状语). I reached out and gently squeezed her hand, unable
to find the right
words(adj 做主语的补语). “ Thank you,” I managed to say, my voice trembling (独立主格刻画人
物). “Meeting you today is a gift too. "She patted my hand softly before turning
to leave, her steps lighter than before(独立主格刻画人物状态). Watching
her go
(现在分词短语做伴
随动作), I felt a warmth spreading through my chest, as if
her daughter's spirit
had wrapped around us both .
A few hours later, I pulled into the driveway at my parents’ house. They
were sitting on the porch, sipping iced tea, and looked up in surprise(动作串描
写) as I jumped out of the car. Without a word , I ran over and pulled them
into a tight hug. My mom laughed, patting my back(现在分词短语做伴随动作), while my
dad's eyes widened. “What's this for?” he asked. I pulled back, smiling
through tears (现在分词短语做伴随动作). “Just because I realized how lucky I am to have
you.” I said, thinking
of the kind lady
(现在分词短语做伴随动作). In that moment, I knew
that some encounters, however brief, are meant to remind us of life's most
precious gifts.
读后续写2
I felt tears of my own welling up in my eyes. The elderly woman’s words
touched me deeply, as if she was sharing a secret that only we two could
understand(同位从). I realized that a simple conversation could bring so much
warmth and comfort, which was something I hadn’t expected in that moment
of frustration. I thanked her sincerely, telling her (现在分词短语做伴随动作) that her words
meant a lot to me and that I would cherish them. She nodded and walked
away, leaving
me standing there
(现在分词短语做伴随动作) with a heart full of gratitude.
A few hours later, I pulled into the driveway at my parents’ house . As I
got out of the car, I remembered what the woman had said about giving my
parents a big hug. I walked into the house, where my parents were waiting for
me, and I wrapped my arms around them tightly. They were surprised but
happy, and I could tell that they felt the love and appreciation in my embrace.
I knew that the woman’s words had changed me, making
me realize
(现在分词短语做伴
随动作)how precious family is and how important it is to show our love and
gratitude to those we care about.