《2026年水木金卷高考模拟试卷精编英语》

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Ed Jackson's team were attempting to scale a Himalayan peak. However, weeks into their expedition, they found themselves trapped overnight without water, food, or tents, facing temperatures around —30℃. To stay alive, they took turns keeping each other awake, knowing that falling asleep could be fatal. Despite the extreme conditions, Jackson and his team managed to survive the night, their spirits unbroken.
That night on the mountain wasn't Jackson's first brush with death. Five years earlier, as a professional rugby player, Jackson suffered a severe neck injury during a match, which nearly cost him his life. Doctors warned him that he might spend the rest of his life in a wheelchair. This forced him to retire from rugby prematurely. The injury was a devastating(令人震惊的) blow, but Jackson was determined not to let it define him.
Luckily, Jackson managed to discard his wheelchair six months after the accident. To commemorate the first anniversary of his injury, he set an ambitious goal: to climb Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales, despite still relying on crutches. The climb was exhausting, but Jackson's determination and spirit carried him to the summit. This marked the beginning of his journey to conquer higher mountains. Four years later, he found himself in the Himalayas, facing challenges that tested his perseverance.
The physical and mental trials Jackson endured in the mountains profoundly impacted his recovery. Realising the potential benefits for others, he co-founded the charity Millimeters to Mountains (M2M) with his wife Lois and friend Oily Barkley. M2M offers individuals who have suffered physical or psychological injuries the opportunity to engage in challenging adventures worldwide, harnessing the healing power of nature. Through these adventures, participants find strength, hope, and a renewed sense of purpose. One participant, Alex, a former soldier who lost both legs, found new strength and purpose after completing a challenging hike in the Alps, showing the transformative power of nature and adventure.
Jackson reflects, "I once felt utterly hopeless, believing my life was over due to my injury. But I truly believe that what I'm doing, what we're building with the charity, and the incredible stories of those we help can spark a glimmer of hope in anyone, reminding us all that no matter how dark or hopeless things may seem in the moment, there's always a way to turn our lives around." Jackson's journey from a near-death experience to founding a charity that helps others overcome their own challenges is a testament to the power of resilience and the human spirit.
56. What happened to Ed Jackson's team during their expedition in the Himalayas? (no more than 5 words)

57. What does the 3rd paragraph mainly talk about? (no more than 10 words)

58. Why did Jackson start the charity Millimeters to Mountains (M2M)? (no more than 10 words)

59. What does the underlined part in Paragraph 5 mean? (no more than 5 words)

60. What can you learn from Ed Jackson? Put it in your own words. (no more than 20 words)

答案： 56.They got trapped without essentials.
57.Jackson’s recovery and his journey to climb higher mountains. Or:Jackson’s recovery journey through mountain challenges.
58.To help others find strength and purpose through challenging adventures. Or: To help injured people heal/recover through nature adventures.
59.Give/Greate a little hope./Offer a ray of hope.
60.Human resilience can overcome physical/mental limitations and inspire others through adversity.