1 . Perseverance (毅力) is the secret of success.     1     Even if a person is not very talented, nor highly knowledgeable, but of an average merit (优点), still he can succeed in life simply by his perseverance. Every action has its reaction. So hard labour has no alternative. It must yield (产生) results.

A person who is highly intelligent, and a scholarly genius, but is lethargic (懒散的) by nature, and reluctant to diligence, can hardly prosper in life, because he does not know how to use his brain and labour in the right direction.     2     Say, the lofty monuments, the palaces, the cities, the buildings etc. — all were built only by long and hard labour. “Rome was not built in a day”. It is through perseverance of thousands of diligent men that such magnificent structures can be standing.

    3     Science, architecture, literature, music — in every aspect of life — perseverance is the root cause of success and glory. Shakespeare did not compose such substantial works just in a day. He had to work hard during days and nights with tremendous perseverance to create such great masterpieces.

Modern scientists also work hard for years to succeed.     4     If one looks at his own life, he can very well understand that whatever he has so far gained, he has gained it only by his hard labour, and not by chance or magic, or by someone’s grace.

Therefore, perseverance must be practised from the very childhood so that the noble habit becomes a part and parcel of one’s life. With that great advantage or goodwill, a man can walk easily on the risky road of his life’s journey.     5    

A．It is crucial to keep growing.

B．And success will likely be his and his only.

C．Without it, no great achievement is possible.

D．Nothing can stop them from achieving their goals.

E．In human life, perseverance plays a very important role.

F．They carry on their experiments day and night for years together.

G．In this world, all the great things have been made or constructed only by perseverance.

2 . The day I met Hani Irmawati, she stood alone in the parking lot of the International school, a shy seventeen-year-old in worn clothing. Despite the school’s policy against Indonesian students, she approached me, begging to improve her English. When I inquired about her motivation, expecting a local job search, she quietly expressed her dream of attending an American university.

Moved by her determination, I volunteered to help her after school. Each day, Hani woke at dawn, studying on the bus to her public high school, then joining me in the afternoon, exhausted but eager to learn. Despite her struggles with college-level English, her perseverance amazed me.

Hani’s family lived modestly, her parents working as a custodian and a maid. Their income couldn’t support her American university aspirations, dampening my initial optimism.

In December 1998, a scholarship opportunity arose, but upon reviewing the requirements, I despaired. Hani lacked the extracurricular experience and standardized test scores typical of applicants. Despite my discouragement, she remained resolute, asking me to submit her application. Unable to refuse, I completed the application, highlighting her courage and perseverance. I warned her of slim acceptance odds, but she remained steadfast.

In the following weeks, Hani intensified her English studies, and I arranged for her to take the Test of English Fluency. The computerized test posed a significant challenge for her. Just before departing for the test, she received a letter from the scholarship association. I began reading the letter with her, only to discover she’d been accepted.

Overjoyed, I celebrated while Hani stood quietly, perhaps bewildered by my shock. In that moment, I realized what Hani had known all along: success requires not just intelligence, but also the drive to persevere and the courage to believe in oneself.

1. What motivated Hani to improve her English?

A．Pressure from family members.	B．Curiosity about foreign languages.
C．Job prospects in the local community.	D．Ambition of entering an American university.

2. What can we infer about the difficulties that Hani had?

A．Hani’s parents were unsupportive of her dream.

B．Hani was uninterested in extracurricular activities.

C．Hani’s application form was not submitted on time.

D．Hani was not academically qualified for the scholarship.

3. How did the author likely feel upon discovering Hani’s acceptance to the scholarship?

A．Surprised and proud.	B．Relieved but envious.
C．Touched and honored.	D．Shocked but concerned.

4. Which of the following is the best title for the text?

A．From Shyness to Success	B．A Scholar’s Journey
C．The Power of Perseverance	D．Hani’s Unrealistic Dream

3 . 使用恰当的过渡衔接词连句成篇
1.面对逆境，最重要的是有毅力砥砺前行。
2.以汉代最有影响力的探险家之一张骞为例，面对困境他表现出了非凡的忍耐力和毅力。
3.张骞两次被派往西域。
4.他曾被关押了十多年，但他从未放弃远征的目的。
5.尽管旅途艰苦，但他的奉献确实促进了丝绸之路沿线的东西方商业和文化的交流。
6.在他的激励下，我决心无论遇到什么困难都要坚持自己的目标。
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4 . 使用恰当的过渡衔接词连句成篇
1. 一个人能够取得成功是一件幸运的事，但是要想成功有时需要坚持不懈。
2. 很多人在做事时往往都是以失败开始，让自己处于尴尬的境地甚至受人批评。（make＋宾语＋宾语补足语）
3. 以汤姆为例，他在成为百万富翁之前负债累累，被好几家公司拒之门外。
4. 他仍然充满激情，充分发挥自己的聪明才智，最终取得成功。
5. 他的经历值得我们学习。
6. 请记住：努力拼搏，才能有好的结果。（祈使句＋and＋陈述句）
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5 . 根据汉语提示完成下面短文。

While receiving     1     (拒绝和批评), Tom     2     (感到烦恼和尴尬). Nevertheless, he didn’t give up but persevered.     3     (正是他的耐力和毅力保证了他的成功) in his writing. He considered success a blessing. He became     4     (感激无数次的拒绝)and he thought his writing was worthwhile. He     5     (变得热情和自信) and didn’t dread failure any longer.

7 . Resilience (适应力) is the ability to renew from hardship and possibly also grow stronger in the process.     1     When we face difficulties, instead of giving in to desperation, we can choose, as hard as it may seem in the moment, to accept resilience. This means recognizing our own inner strength and determination to overcome challenges.

    2     Of course it forces us to face our fears and doubts. Each time we tolerate a difficult experience, we build resilience, making us better equipped to handle future challenges.

Turning hardest moments into learning opportunities requires self-reflection. When we encounter difficulties, it’s essential to take a step back and ask ourselves tough questions.     3     What can we learn from it? Reflecting on our experiences allows us to gain valuable insights and wisdom. As long as we obtain learning, understanding, and insight from it, they can become gifts and sources of strength and wisdom over time.

Life’s challenges often bring us into contact with the suffering of others. Experiencing hardship can promote empathy for those with similar difficulties. This newfound empathy can lead to a desire to help and support others. Turning our pain into an opportunity to connect with others on a deeper level can be incredibly rewarding.     4    

As irony as this may sound, life would be incredibly boring and possibly meaningless if we had no problems to solve. Difficult moments often require us to think critically and find solutions to complex problems in ways we wouldn’t otherwise.     5     When we encounter obstacles (障碍)”, we are pushed to explore new views, seek creative solutions. Without obstacles, we wouldn’t ever discover what we’re truly capable of and a lot of our potential would be wasted.

A．Where was I from?

B．What led to this situation?

C．Hardship often reveals our true resilience.

D．By dealing with challenges, we learn how to face hardship.

E．It is a quality to turn hardest moments into learning opportunities.

F．By offering support, we not only help others but also create satisfaction.

G．These challenges can be seen as opportunities to develop problem-solving skills.

8 . Perseverance: The Key to Success

Perseverance is a vital quality to possess in order to achieve success in any aspect of life.    1    Perseverance involves the ability to face challenges, overcome obstacles, and push through adversity, no matter how difficult it may seem.

One perspective on perseverance is that it is the ability to maintain focus and determination in the face of frustrations.     2    The successful people are the ones who keep moving forward in face of adversity. They understand that success often comes after repeated failure.

Another perspective on perseverance is that it involves having a growth mindset. This means that individuals who possess perseverance are open to new challenges and are not afraid to fail.    3    They understand that each failure brings them one step closer to success, and they will keep pushing forward.

    4    It also involves having the discipline to do so. This means staying committed to a goal and putting in the necessary time and effort, even when it is not easy. Successful people understand that in order to achieve greatness, sacrifices must be made and hard work must be put inconsistently overtime.

In conclusion, perseverance is an essential quality to possess in order to achieve the goals we set for ourselves. It involves the ability to persist in the face of adversity, maintain focus and determination, have a growth mindset, and possess the discipline necessary to put inconsistent hard work overtime.    5    

A．With perseverance, anything is possible.

B．Write down your goals to keep them in front of you at all times.

C．It is the quality that drives us to keep going even when it is tough.

D．They view failure as an opportunity to learn rather than a reason to give up.

E．One way to build perseverance is to have a vision of what you want to achieve.

F．Furthermore, perseverance is not just about having the motivation to keep going.

G．In other words, perseverance is about not giving up even when things don’t go well.

9 . 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。

Many highly successful figures had     1    (previous) faced great challenges before they make achievements. Take for example J.K Rowling and J.D. Salinger, both of     2     received rejections from several publishers. Despite these failures, they refused to give up. Instead, they still concentrated     3    their works and do    4    they can to realize their dreams. Eventually, their books, Harry Porter and The Catcher in the Rye,     5     (regard) as global successes. Another example is Helen Keller, who was an American writer, lecturer and social activist. Aged 19 months old, she lost her hearing and sight. But with the help of her teacher, she overcame her disabilities and went on     6    (earn) a bachelor degree.

Through their lives, a conclusion can be drawn: Although talent, hard work and luck all play     7     important part in their success,     8    (persevere) is the key.     9    (inspire) by their stories, we may get some hints. Don’t complain about the setbacks    10    (harm) you, just keep walking and you will eventually make your dream come true.