1. She gained valuable ________ from the book and tried to apply these lessons in her daily interactions.

2. In life, we may ________ problems of one kind or another, and I choose to be optimistic (乐观的).

3. Her ________ to helping others has made her a respected figure in the community.

4. The speaker on the stage is my role model because of his ________ in the face of difficulty.

5. The professor's lecture had a(n)  ________ impact on how I view the world.

6. On your way to success, there might be difficulties arising, which ________ you to give up.

described

released

significantly

changed

entertainment

growth

pursue

abroad

bolder

Pursuing dreams in hometown

At 15, Guo Shanqiuyun made a bold decision to attend middle school in the United States, and eight years later, she made an even (1) ________ decision to return to China and start her career in the countryside.

Unlike her parents' generation, which aspired to move to cities or go abroad, Guo and her husband chose to (2) ________ their dreams in picturesque Tangjiazhuang village in Huangshan city, Anhui province. "We believe rural areas offer more (3) ________," says Guo, now honorary village head. "We would like to explore them."

Guo represents a growing number of Chinese youth returning after overseas studies. According to the "2022 Blue Paper for Chinese Overseas Students Returning to China for Employment" (4) ________by the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange, the number of students returning to China has (5) ________ grown since 2012, with about 3.4 million having returned, or more than 80 percent of the people who have studied (6) ________.

Guo's life dramatically (7) ________ during a 2014 visit to Tangjiazhuang. She  (8) ________the village as "a sheet of blank paper" nestled in beautiful mountains.

She soon had the idea to turn the village into a multifunctional hub with food, (9) ________, and accommodation options, with the goal of attracting investment and tourists while improving the lives of villagers.

After five years of double-digit (10) ________, the village's income reached 897,000 yuan in 2023. Visitor numbers surged 30% to 30,000 last year, confirming that their dream is taking root.

[A] Every four years the world is given the gift of the Olympics. For a few weeks, nations come together to let their world-class athletes compete on a level playing field to find the best in the many events. It boggles the mind what these young men and women can accomplish with their bodies – great feats of skill and determination bring them to the pinnacle of athletic achievement. Incredible.

[B] As I think about what it takes to become a world-class athlete capable of competing at the Olympic level, I realize there are some foundational lessons for all of us to learn as they relate to becoming world-class in whatever we set our minds to.

[C] The secret of how these athletes became world-class lies in the combination of two fundamental ideas: desire and dedication.

[D] A 22-year-old man doesn't simply wake up one day and find himself on the Olympic basketball team. No, his journey started years before. In fact, it probably started when he was only six or seven years old. Maybe his father took him to a basketball game and that little boy said, "Someday, daddy, I am going to be a basketball player." That was the first sign of desire. Desire is key. World-class people start with desire. They have to want it at some point.

[AB] But we all know people who dream of big things but never accomplish those dreams, don't we? Why is that? After all, they have desire. They want it. But the engine that drives the dream is dedication. Desire tells you what you want, while dedication gets it for you. A person with desire but no dedication will never achieve much. You must have the powerful combination of both.

[AC] So, let's take a closer look and gain some insight into what desire and dedication are all about.

Desire

[AD] There are three parts to desire: Dreaming; Vision; Focus. Have you let yourself dream lately? Just sit down and begin to imagine all the incredible possibilities your life could become. Spend some time just dreaming.

[BC] Next is the vision. After dreaming, you need to narrow down the possibilities to the one you truly want. As you do this, you create a vision for your life and begin to see it as you wish.

[BD] Lastly, under desire, is focus. Once you have the vision, you have to focus on that dream. This is where you get really specific about what your life is going to look like.

Dedication

[ABC] There are also three parts: Plan; Beginning; Perseverance. Without a plan, you will drift to and fro and will certainly fail to achieve your dream. So, write it down. Set your goals. Know what you want and how you are going to get there.

[ABD] Second is the beginning. This might sound simple and yet it is simply profound. Many people have a dream and they even have a plan, but they never begin. It is simple: Just start. The first step on the long journey is still just one step. If you have a dream and a plan, take a step in the right direction.

[BCD]  The last thing is to persevere. Every road to every dream has a section that is hard to travel. Every great dream will encounter difficulty. The question isn't whether you will encounter problems, but how you will respond to problems. Will you quit when the going gets tough or will you persevere? I have found that every successful person I know has encountered problems along the way that tempted them to quit. Yet they persevered and achieved their dream.

[ABCD] Friends, I wish you the fulfillment of every dream that you have. That is what life is about, isn't it? But to do so, you will need to combine your desire with dedication. When those two come together, you will be well on your way to leading a world-class life.

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1. To fulfill your dreams, which is what life is about, you must combine desire with dedication.

2. The success of world-class people usually starts with a childhood desire.

3. Desire is what you truly want and dedication is the driving force to realize it.

4. Taking the first step toward your dream may seem easy, but it's incredibly important.

5. If we aim to achieve world-class performance, we can learn from those Olympic athletes.

24. (阅读理解, 15分)

1 Having dreams and setting goals gives us purpose and direction in life. Without them, we lack the vision and motivation to achieve our true potential. However, at some point, we might face barriers that make us question whether to continue pursuing our dreams. How can we stay motivated when feeling like quitting our dreams? Here are some key strategies.

2 First, focus on your vision. During difficult moments, remember why you started. Connecting with your motivation and bigger vision will rekindle your passion and push you through obstacles. Write down your goals and dreams and look at them often. Make your destination your focus, not just the journey. Success is rarely achieved overnight. Therefore, you have to commit for the long haul.

3 Second, start each day with motivation. How you begin your day sets the tone for the rest. Start each morning by doing something to motivate and inspire yourself. Listen to an audiobook or a podcast, read something motivational, or follow social media accounts that encourage your goals and dreams. Getting in the right mindset first will motivate you to take action and overcome any self-doubt or negative thoughts. Motivation is like momentum; the more you build, the more it will snowball.

4 Third, celebrate small wins. Don't wait until you've achieved your ultimate goal to feel a sense of accomplishment. Reward yourself for milestones along the way. Go out for a nice meal, buy yourself something you've been wanting, or plan an enjoyable experience. Small celebrations keep you feeling motivated and re-energized for the road ahead. Be proud of what you've achieved so far; every step forward is progress.

5 Staying motivated when times get tough is challenging, but maintaining the motivation and determination to see your dreams through to reality is what separates those who achieve their goals from those who don't. Keep your motivation high by focusing on your vision, starting each day inspired, and appreciating how far you've come. Don't lose hope – you've got this! Stay committed and never give up. Success awaits you on the other side of perseverance.

(1) (单选题, 3分) 1. What is the main purpose of the passage?

A. To emphasize the importance of dreams.

B. To present strategies for maintaining motivation.

C. To analyze the causes of dream abandonment.

D. To compare successful and unsuccessful dreams.

(2) (单选题, 3分) What should you do when facing challenges?

A. Take a temporary break.

B. Write down your challenges.

C. Focus on your motivation and vision.

D. Change your destination.

(3) (单选题, 3分)  What does the passage suggest doing in the morning to stay motivated?

A. Planning your entire day in detail.

B. Avoiding social media.

C. Writing a list of all the obstacles you might face.

D. Engaging in activities that inspire you.

(4) (单选题, 3分)  What is the purpose of celebrating small victories?

A. To eliminate self-doubt permanently.

B. To show others that you are making progress.

C. To maintain energy and motivation.

D. To make the final goal more achievable.

(5) (单选题, 3分) What can be inferred from the passage about people who realize their dreams?

A. They stay committed despite difficulties. 

B. They achieve success quickly.

C. They never face self-doubt.

D. They rely on others for motivation.

1.  梦想的力量在于它能激励我们创造美好未来。