II.完形填空从每小题所给的A、B、C三个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳答案
(每小题1.5分，满分15分)
Pan Zhanle is one of China's most remarkable(非凡t的)swimmers,who has
been making waves in the world of swimming.He 36 natural talent and
showed his strong will from a very young age.From childhood,Pan's 37 was
to win the gold medal at the Olympics.
However,the road to success was not easy.At first,many people questioned
his ability,saying that he was too young or not 38 enough.But Pan never
let these voices affect()him.Instead,he believed in 39 and went out
of his way,training harder than ever before no matter what others said.
Success belongs to those who are well prepared.Time did see Pan always stay 40 and
keep moving forward.Pan's training included practicing difficult skills every day,but he never 41.
His coach(also 42 him to be brave enough to challenge himself and go for higher goals.In
2024,Pan won the gold at the Paris Olympics and achieved his dream.His perfect performance
silenced all the 43.
Pan said,"It's important to focus on what really matters.44 you are clear about your
goal,you won't let outside noise get into your mind."For Pan,success comes not only from hard
work but also from 45 his dream.Now,the future looks quite bright for Pan.He is on the road
to becoming one of the most outstanding players across the world,which inspires many young
swimmers.
36.A.was born with
B.was surprised at
C.was interested in
37.A.dream
B.reason
C.answer
38.A.educated
B.relaxed
C.skilled
39.A.herself
B.himself
C.yourself
40.A.careful
B.helpful
C.hopeful
41.A.gave up
B.cheered up
C.dressed up
42.A.allowed
B.encouraged
C.invited
43.A.fears
B.doubts
C.warnings
44.A.Until
B.Though
C.If
45.A.sticking to
B.getting used to
C.looking back to
IV.阅读理解（共两节，满分45分）
第一节阅读以下A、B、C、D四篇短文，根据短文内容，从题中所给A、B、C、D四个选
项中，选出最佳答案（每小题2分，满分40分)
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Albert loved wearing his old brown hat which had special power.Whenever
Albert put it on,he would get a small,unexpected gift.
One morning,feeling tired,he put on his hat and found a tiny bottle labeled
"Energy Potion"in his pocket.After drinking it,he felt full of energy,like he
had just drunk ten cups of coffee!On his way to work,Albert noticed a woman
having difficulty with a heavy bag.In a flash,he was there to help her,lifting the
bag with one hand as if it weighed nothing.
“Thank you so much!”she said happily.“You're like a superhero!”
Albert laughed,tipping his hat."Just doing my job,"he said.
As he arrived at his office,his co-workers noticed something different about Albert.He was
more energetic,more helpful,and even a bit funny.His cheerfulness spread like wildfire among his
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