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The scorching summer sun seemed to be baking the earth, and cicadas were chirping desperately on the branches, enveloping the entire campus in a stifling heatwave.
The sound of pens scratching against paper could be heard from time to time in the teaching building, along with the hushed discussions of students; a tense atmosphere permeated every corner.
For Xu Li and Tan Yuze, this crucial period before the college entrance examination was like a war without gunfire.
In the classroom, piles of review materials lay like small mountains on the desks. The blackboard was densely covered with the key points emphasized by the teacher and the schedule of the upcoming mock exams, as if silently exerting pressure.
Tan Yuze lay on the table, sweating profusely. The math problem in front of him seemed like a foreign language. He kept scribbling rapidly on the scratch paper, trying to solve the problem.
Xu Li, standing next to her, was also writing furiously. Her brows were slightly furrowed, and her eyes were focused on the last comprehensive question on the physics exam paper.
This hectic pace of life has been going on for several months, with each day feeling like a race against time and a struggle against one's own limits.
Finally, the final test of the five-school joint entrance examination arrived as scheduled. This was a large-scale and highly competitive important exam, involving top students from five key high schools.
The atmosphere at school was extremely tense. Many students looked solemn before the exam, as if preparing for a battle that would determine their fate. On the day of the exam, the sky was overcast, and a sense of oppression permeated the air.
Xu Li and Tan Yuze arrived at the examination hall early. Many students had already gathered outside the hall. Some were memorizing the knowledge points, some were exchanging their last questions, and others were nervously clenching their fists, their eyes revealing unease.
Tan Yuze patted Xu Li on the shoulder, trying to encourage her: "Keep it up! We've been preparing for so long, we're sure to do well this time!"
Xu Li looked up and gave him a forced smile: "Yes, we can definitely do it!"
She felt a little uneasy, but more than that, she was focused on the exam and determined to achieve her future dreams. The exam began, and when the papers were handed out, Xu Li and Tan Yuze quickly glanced at them, both slightly startled.
The exam was significantly more difficult than previous mock exams, especially the Chinese composition topic, which required a deep analysis of current social phenomena and the submission of one's own insights—undoubtedly a challenging task.
During the Chinese exam, Xu Li stared intently at the questions, her mind racing with various ideas.
She began to devise an opening, trying to use an engaging introduction to develop her argument. However, after writing a few lines, she suddenly found herself stuck, and the content she had planned suddenly became vague and unclear.
She anxiously bit the pen tip, sweat streaming down her cheeks.
Tan Yuze also encountered a similar problem. When doing math problems, the complex geometric figures made him dizzy and the complicated formulas were a jumbled mess in his mind.
But they all knew they couldn't give up; this was the last important rehearsal before the college entrance examination, a crucial moment to test their learning outcomes.
So they took a deep breath, tried to calm themselves down, and re-examined the topic. Xu Li decided to think about the essay from a different angle. She began to recall the materials she had accumulated, trying to find a suitable entry point.
Tan Yuze then redrawn the geometric figures on scratch paper, carefully analyzed each condition, and gradually clarified his problem-solving approach. The following exams were not easy either.
During the English listening comprehension exercise, some unfamiliar accents and rapid speaking speed caught Tan Yuze somewhat off guard.
The comprehensive humanities exam paper had a huge amount of reading material, with knowledge points from history, geography, and politics intertwined, making Xu Li feel like she was navigating a maze of knowledge.
The combined science exam was an even more rigorous test of their logical thinking and knowledge application abilities. After a full day of intense exams, the final bell finally rang to signal the end of the last subject.
Xu Li and Tan Yuze dragged their weary bodies out of the examination hall. A light drizzle had started to fall outside. They stood at the school gate, looking at each other with expressions of both exhaustion and relief.
On their way home, they began to reflect on the exam. Although they encountered many difficulties along the way, it also made them more clearly aware of their shortcomings.
Xu Li felt that her knowledge base needed to be broadened and that she needed to strengthen her accumulation of writing materials; Tan Yuze realized that she needed to improve her flexibility in mathematical problem-solving methods and her adaptability in English listening comprehension.
However, this experience of the five-school joint entrance exam also proved very rewarding for them. During the preparation period, they learned how to manage their time more effectively and how to stay focused under pressure.
Faced with difficulties, they learned to adjust their mindset and not give up easily. These valuable experiences will become a solid foundation for their college entrance examination journey.
With the conclusion of the five-school joint exam, the National College Entrance Examination (Gaokao) is drawing ever closer. Xu Li and Tan Yuze regrouped and threw themselves into their final sprint of review.
They believe that as long as they persevere and make continuous progress, they will surely shine in the college entrance examination arena, move towards their ideal universities, and pursue that distant yet clear future.
During this challenging final sprint towards the college entrance examination, Xu Li and Tan Yuze experienced the baptism of the five-school joint examination and gained growth and transformation.
In the days following the exams, a tense yet hopeful atmosphere permeated the campus.
After the joint entrance exam of five schools, Xu Li and Tan Yuze quickly threw themselves into their final sprint of review. They knew that the college entrance exam was just around the corner, and every minute and every second was extremely precious. Xu Li's English listening comprehension became the key area she focused on overcoming.
Every morning, before the campus is fully awake, she sits in the empty classroom, wearing headphones, immersing herself in the world of English listening practice.
At first, the unfamiliar accents and fast pace of speech made her feel a little lost, but as time went on, she gradually mastered the rhythm and techniques.
She began to learn to grasp keywords and predict the following content, and her ability to adapt to different accents also improved significantly. Tan Yuze, on the other hand, worked hard on mathematics.
He found a large number of math problems, from basic to advanced, and practiced them one after another.
He used up sheet after sheet of scratch paper, the densely packed calculations a testament to his tireless efforts. When faced with difficult problems, he no longer gave up easily, but instead thought about them repeatedly and tried to solve them from different angles.
Sometimes, he would seek help from his math teacher, who would always patiently explain and guide him to the correct problem-solving approach. During this crucial final stage, the two encouraged and supported each other.
They often exchange learning experiences during breaks or after evening self-study, sharing the progress they have made in their review.
When Xu Li encounters difficulties with English grammar, Tan Yuze will explain it to her using his own understanding; and when Tan Yuze gets stuck on a physics problem, Xu Li will patiently help him sort out his thoughts.
They knew that mutual support was a crucial driving force for them to continue their preparations for the college entrance examination. To better adapt to the pace and atmosphere of the exam, the school arranged a series of mock exams.
These mock exams are conducted according to the time and requirements of the college entrance examination, allowing students to test their review results in real-world practice.
As the first mock exam approached, Xu Li and Tan Yuze entered the examination room early to adjust their mindset and prepare for the challenge.
After the test papers were handed out, they quickly glanced through the questions and found that the difficulty level was moderate, but they needed to pay extra attention to time management.
In the Chinese exam, Xu Li successfully completed her essay, thanks to her recent accumulation of writing material and her in-depth reflection on social phenomena.
She no longer struggled at the beginning as before, but was able to quickly formulate a clear framework. In the reading comprehension section, she also analyzed the articles more carefully, grasped the author's emotions and intentions, and answered the questions more easily.
Tan Yuze also performed exceptionally well in the math exam. He allocated his time wisely, completing the basic and medium-difficulty questions first to ensure he secured the majority of the marks.
For the final, most challenging question, he remained calm and composed, using the problem-solving skills he had recently acquired to reason and calculate step by step, ultimately succeeding in solving it.
In the subsequent mock exams, they gradually adapted to the pace of the college entrance examination, and were able to summarize their experiences and lessons learned and adjust their review strategies after each exam.
In the English listening section, Xu Li's scores have steadily improved. She is now able to accurately capture key information and understand the main idea of dialogues and short passages.
In the humanities exam, she answered questions more accurately by systematically reviewing and analyzing the knowledge points, and was able to quickly switch her thinking between the three subjects of history, geography, and politics.
Finding the correct answer; Tan Yuze also became more proficient in the integrated application of physics, chemistry and biology in the science comprehensive exam, and was able to flexibly apply the knowledge he had learned to solve practical problems.
These mock exams became a whetstone for their sprint towards the college entrance examination, allowing them to grow and improve through continuous practice. As the date of the college entrance examination drew closer, the atmosphere on campus became even more tense.
An atmosphere of impending battle permeated every corner of the school. During the final review phase, Xu Li and Tan Yuze focused even more on consolidating their fundamental knowledge and practicing common question types.
They know that basic knowledge accounts for a large proportion of the college entrance examination score, and only by mastering the basic knowledge can they make steady progress in the exam.
Meanwhile, under the guidance of their teachers, they conducted in-depth analysis of past college entrance examination questions, becoming familiar with the style and patterns of the questions. Adjusting their mental state was equally important.
During the exam preparation process, they inevitably feel pressure and anxiety. To alleviate this feeling, Xu Li would take walks on campus during her spare time to breathe fresh air and relax.
Sometimes, she would chat with her friends, sharing funny stories to temporarily escape the pressure of studying. Tan Yuze, on the other hand, liked to release stress through sports. His running figure on the basketball court, the sweat he shed, helped him forget the fatigue of studying and regain his confidence and vitality.
Family support is also a strong backing for them. Xu Li's parents try their best to minimize noise and distractions in their home in order to create a good learning environment for her.
They would prepare her favorite meals on weekends, quietly monitor her studies, and provide her with necessary care and encouragement.
Tan Yuze's family also fully supported him. During the period before the college entrance examination, they often cheered him on, making him feel the warmth and support of his family.
Finally, the day of the second mock exam arrived.
In the early morning, sunlight shone through thin clouds, bringing warmth and hope to the earth. Xu Li and Tan Yuze got up early, ate a simple breakfast, and set off for the examination hall, carrying the expectations of their families and teachers.
On their way to the examination hall, they felt both nervous and excited. This was the test of their years of hard work and a significant turning point in their lives.
But they also understood that they had made ample preparations, and regardless of the outcome, it would be a valuable experience. Upon arriving at the examination venue, they found that many candidates had already gathered on campus.
Some of them were reciting key points from memory, while others were encouraging each other. Xu Li and Tan Yuze straightened each other's clothes, patted each other on the shoulder, and nodded with smiles.
They knew this was a challenge they faced together, and they were prepared.
Upon entering the examination room and taking their seats, they quickly adjusted their mindset, taking several deep breaths to calm themselves down. With the invigilator's signal, the first subject of the mock exam—Chinese—officially began. Xu Li picked up the exam paper, quickly scanned the questions, and found the overall difficulty to be moderate, covering all the key points she had reviewed.
The essay topic required her to write an article about personal growth and social responsibility, which was a theme on which she had accumulated a lot of material recently.
She quickly conceived a clear framework and began to write. Her pen moved with divine inspiration, the words flowing smoothly from her pen. Through her personal experiences and observations of social phenomena, she elucidated the close connection between personal growth and social responsibility, expressing her determination and confidence in shouldering social responsibility in the future.
During the math exam, Tan Yuze encountered some difficult problems, but he did not panic. Instead, relying on his solid foundation and calm thinking, he analyzed the problems step by step and looked for a breakthrough in solving them.
He allocated his time wisely, ensuring that the basic questions were answered accurately. When it came to the final, most challenging question, he remained calm and used various problem-solving methods to successfully answer it.
The subsequent humanities and science comprehensive exams were equally challenging. In the humanities exam, Xu Li answered every question comprehensively by demonstrating a deep understanding of historical events, flexibly applying geographical knowledge, and combining it with theoretical knowledge from the political science discipline.
She was able to accurately grasp the key points of each subject, connect the knowledge points to form a complete knowledge system, and demonstrate her solid humanities foundation and comprehensive analytical ability.
In the comprehensive science exam, Tan Yuze faced complex experimental questions in physics, deduction questions in chemistry, and genetic questions in biology. He overcame the difficulties one by one with his thorough understanding of experimental principles, accurate grasp of chemical reaction laws, and clear understanding of biological genetic laws. His answering process was orderly and systematic, fully demonstrating his advantages and strengths in science.
The English exam, as the final subject of the mock exam, was also an important test for Xu Li and Tan Yuze. Xu Li's English listening comprehension had improved significantly; in the exam, she was able to accurately capture key information in dialogues and short passages, and understand their main ideas and details.
In the reading comprehension section, through quick skimming and careful analysis of the articles, she was able to accurately grasp the author's intentions and emotional attitudes, resulting in a high accuracy rate in answering questions.
In the essay section, she wrote a well-structured and substantial essay based on the requirements of the topic, using her accumulated vocabulary and sentence patterns to express her views and thoughts.
Tan Yuze also performed well in the English exam. He has a solid foundation in English, is proficient in grammar, and has outstanding reading and writing skills.
During the exam, he was able to complete all the questions accurately, write his essays neatly, and express himself fluently and naturally, demonstrating his comprehensive English proficiency.
As the bell rang to signal the end of the English exam, the college entrance examination officially came to a close. Xu Li and Tan Yuze smiled at each other, knowing that they had done their best, and regardless of the outcome, this experience would become a valuable asset in their lives.
After the mock exam, the campus returned to its usual tranquility, but a new sense of anticipation filled the air. Xu Li and Tan Yuze returned home and began a long period of waiting.
While waiting for their results, they didn't completely relax. Xu Li used this time to read some books that interested her, broadening her knowledge and horizons.
At the same time, she also began to think about her future study and life plans, and had some initial ideas about her choice of major and career development direction in university.
Tan Yuze enrolled in a programming course to learn new skills and prepare for potential future professional studies. He believes that regardless of the college entrance examination results, learning new knowledge and skills is always beneficial.
The day the results were announced finally arrived. Xu Li and Tan Yuze were filled with joy and excitement when they saw their excellent scores. Xu Li, on the other hand, seemed to have known the results all along. Their hard work had paid off; the experience of the five-school joint exam and their final intensive review were key factors in their success.
afternoon.
The school leaders said, "Xu Li, the top student from Linjiang No.1 Middle School and also the top student in the five-school joint examination, scored 745 points."
Xu Li was ranked first in the entire school and also ranked first in the joint examination of five schools.
Tan Yuze silently gave Xu Li a thumbs up.
With the release of mock exam results, learning gradually resumed. Xu Li and Tan Yuze were commended at the school assembly based on their interests and grades.
Xu Li chose her favorite humanities major, hoping to further improve her cultural literacy and social awareness through her studies; Tan Yuze chose engineering and technology major, hoping to use his expertise in the field of science and technology to contribute to the development of society.
On campus, they continued to study diligently and explore new fields of knowledge. Xu Li participated in various club activities, honing her organizational and communication skills; Tan Yuze actively participated in research projects, enhancing her practical abilities and innovative thinking.
They both understood that mock exams were just one stage in life, and the road ahead was long, requiring continued effort and hard work. Looking back on the entire mock exam preparation period, Xu Li and Tan Yuze were filled with emotion.
From the challenges of the five-school joint entrance examination to the baptism of the college entrance examination, they experienced a journey full of hardships and struggles.
In this process, they learned how to cope with pressure, how to find breakthroughs in adversity, and how to persevere through setbacks. These experiences shaped their character, cultivated their willpower, and made them stronger on their path to adulthood.
They are well aware that this is just the beginning. In the days to come, whether in their university studies or in their future work and life, they will face more challenges and opportunities.
But they are prepared to face the future with even stronger conviction and a more positive attitude.
The college entrance examination is an important milestone in their lives, but it is by no means the end.
They believe that as long as they persevere, the future will be full of endless possibilities.
Xu Li pulled Tan Yuze aside. "Tan Yuze, I have something to tell you after this is over." Tan Yuze replied dismissively, "What? Are you going to tell me you like me?"
Xu Li punched Tan Yuze on the shoulder with great force, and it still hurt a bit.
Lu Yi, who was standing to the side, said, "Little Li, you're so strong! You even hit my brother Tan." Xu Li turned her hand around and said, "You want to try it too? I'll grant your wish."
It feels like Xu Li could beat Lu Yi into a bow shape any second now.
Lu Yi coughed. "Xiao Lizi, let's just forget about it. Just because you hit Tan Yuze doesn't mean you can't hit me. Tan Yuze will take my place."
Xu Li smiled and walked towards Lu Yi without saying a word. When Lu Yi saw Xu Li smiling, he smiled too.
The next second.
Lu Yi was stunned by the blow and hadn't even reacted when Xu Li turned and left, leaving behind only a resolute back view and a gradually reddening fist mark on Lu Yi's arm.
"Ahhh, Xiao Li, you're getting stronger and stronger."
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Lu Yi covered the spot where he had been hit, feeling both confused and somewhat helpless, but he had no intention of letting the matter rest.
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