I Really Am a Superstar.

Summary

Zhang Ye was standing outside the examination center on the first day of the high school entrance exam in Beijing. The atmosphere was tense, with students and parents waiting anxiously. The exam format and schedule were different from Zhang Ye's expectations, with English in the morning and comprehensive or science in the afternoon. As he waited to start, Zhang Ye thought about his friends and family, hoping they were all doing well. He took a deep breath, focused his mind, and prepared to face the challenge ahead. The invigilator announced the start of the exam, and the room erupted into activity as students began writing. Zhang Ye was determined to do well and make his family proud. As the exam progressed, he became more focused, in the zone, and nothing could distract him. After completing the exam, Zhang Ye handed in his paper, feeling relieved and proud of his effort. Meanwhile, teachers from various middle schools shared their analysis of the exam online, discussing the difficulty level of the questions. Some found the listening section to be more challenging, while others thought the comprehensive subject was relatively easy. The reform of the exam was seen as a gradual process of exploration and trial. The media also chimed in, publishing an article questioning the effectiveness of the reform. Test-takers from other provinces found the exam to be challenging, particularly the English section with new vocabulary words. Some expressed envy towards test-takers from the capital city, who seemed to have an easier exam. The chapter ends with a cliffhanger, switching to the next chapter.

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