Soon, the Head of Teaching and the other invigilator handed out the test papers to each of the students.
Gu Xi took the test paper and read it from top to bottom.
There were a total of four subjects: Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. They were all on the same test paper and each took up a page.
There were only 10 questions in each subject and they were all multiple-choice questions.
At this moment, the Head of Teaching said, "This test paper is based on the questions of the previous competitions. The difficulty is about the same."
"There are a total of 40 questions and the test time is one hour. Everyone, hurry up."
It was not difficult to do 40 multiple-choice questions in 60 minutes. However, before everyone could be happy, the Head of Teaching said another unpleasant request. "Although it's a multiple-choice question, you have to write down the process of solving the questions."
"No way, we have to write down the process of solving the questions?" Wouldn't they have to copy the things on the draft paper and write them on the test paper?
"No wonder there's so much space under each question."
"It's too troublesome …"
"Then why don't they just give us the big questions?"
A few people complained softly.
"Quiet." The Head of Teaching glanced at them and said, "Multiple-Choice questions are the main type of questions in the competition. That's why you have to do multiple-choice questions. As for why you have to write down the process of solving the questions, it's to make it easier for me to evaluate your situation and level."
"Okay, stop talking nonsense and do it quickly."
The Head of Teaching knocked on the table and announced the start of the countdown. The people below finally stopped talking nonsense and quietly began to take the test.
Gu Xi did not think too much and began to concentrate on the questions.
The first question was a geometric calculation question. After highlighting the key parameters of the question, Gu Xi began to write.
However, just as he wrote the first word, Gu Xi stopped.
The teacher only said that he had to write down the steps of solving the questions. He did not seem to force him to use a specific method.
Moreover, this was a multiple-choice question. In theory, there was only one criterion to determine the score. If it was right, then it was right. If it was wrong, then it was wrong. There was no process of solving the question at all.
After thinking for a while, Gu Xi didn't use the conventional method of calculating step by step. Instead, he drew a picture on the test paper and marked the data relationships and numbers on the picture. It was easy for him to deduce the answer to this question.
The second question was a calculation question. Based on the number of digits, the answer should be 7 digits. Therefore, the answer should be between A and C.
Gu Xi then took out the last digit after the decimal point of several numbers and calculated it separately. The last digit of the answer was 7. Therefore, he should choose C.
Then came the third question …
Gu Xi had done too many similar questions. In fact, she knew at first glance that she should choose B.
However, after hesitating for two seconds, Gu Xi still wrote down a simple solution below the question.
After adapting to this way of answering questions, Gu Xi gradually sped up.
The testing classroom was quiet. For a while, only the sound of the pen tip writing on the test paper could be heard.
From the first question to the last question, Gu Xi used more than 30 minutes. Then, Gu Xi habitually checked the test paper from beginning to end before putting down her pen.
Gu Xi looked up. The others were probably still answering the questions.
Only Sheng Xiuyan and Gu Chenyi had already handed in their test papers. They were sitting leisurely at the back of the testing classroom. One was playing with a basketball while the other was sleeping.
Gu Xi looked away and decided to check the test paper again. He was determined not to "wallow in the mire" with the two of them.
…
After 60 minutes, the teacher collected everyone's test papers.
The four teachers exchanged and marked the test papers on the spot. Soon, they finished marking all eight test papers.
The Head of Teaching took their test papers and looked through them carefully. After discussing with the other teachers, he finally decided on the teams for the competition.
"Let me say the groups." As he spoke, the Dean wrote down the names of the groups on the blackboard.
"Group One, Mathematics. Gu Xi, Sheng Xiuyan, Wang Zhouwei."
"Group Two, Chemistry …"
Each group had one test and a total of three people participated.
Surprisingly, Gu Xi, Sheng Xiuyan, and Gu Chenyi participated in two tests.
Other than the top student in the third year of junior high who also participated in two tests, the rest of the students only participated in one test.
Yan Jie was the top student in the third year of junior high. This was understandable.
Gu Xi and the other two were only in the second year of junior high. Why did the teacher choose the three of them to take on the test?
The rest of the students were puzzled.
They couldn't help but look over curiously at Gu Xi and the other two's test papers. They just wanted to see the difference.
After seeing it, they were dumbfounded.
"This …" Gu Xi's test paper was too simple.
They had used seven or eight formulas to calculate the questions, but Gu Xi only wrote three lines on her test paper!
Were they sure they didn't skimp?
Gu Xi's test paper was fine. At least she wrote something. What the hell was Gu Chenyi and Sheng Xiuyan's test paper?!
Gu Chenyi's first question was the same as Gu Xi's. Then he wrote something: "From the picture, this angle is only about 30 degrees, so choose C."
Sheng Xiuyan's test paper was even more impressive: "The first question was, 'Answer: Feelings'.
Why didn't you say that three long lines and one short line were the shortest, and three short lines and one long line were the longest, so choose C! "
—
"Teacher, what kind of standard are you using?" someone couldn't help but ask.
These three people were actually selected to participate in the mathematics competition based on their answers. Was this a joke?
The Dean looked at the disgruntled students and said calmly, "This is a multiple-choice question, not a calculation. The reason why I asked you to write down the steps to solve the questions is not to give you a score for each step of the solution, but to see how you answered the questions."
This was the biggest difference between a competition and an ordinary exam.
The Dean paused for a moment before continuing, "During the competition, the method of solving the problem isn't the key. Whoever can choose the correct answer in the fastest time will be able to get more points."
Especially in the last round, if they wanted to win, they had to be fast and accurate.
As he spoke, the Dean looked at Gu Xi and the other two. After thinking for a moment, he finally chose Gu Xi and Sheng Xiuyan to participate in the last round.
She knew Sheng Xiuyan's ability very well, so she wasn't worried at all.
As for Gu Xi, not only was the Dean not worried, but she was also looking forward to it. In last year's competition, she had seen the answers to the last round. Gu Xi had gotten the highest score in the entire competition.
If it weren't for the fact that the other student from Liming had a high error rate, which lowered the total score of the two students, Liming would have gotten first place.
As for the reason why Gu Chenyi was' not selected '— this student had never participated in such a competition before. The teacher was worried that he would get stage fright because it was his first time participating.
"Okay, that's it for the time being. After you go down, prepare according to the test you participated in. If there are any changes in the future, we will adjust it again." The Dean made the final decision.
Then, the Dean explained some things about the competition. "For students who are participating for the first time, I will explain it here. The competition consists of three days, Friday and Sunday. The transportation and accommodation will be arranged by the school. Remember to explain the situation to your parents …"
—
At night, when they returned home, Gu Xi told Gu Shao about the competition.
"… So, you will be there for a total of three days."
Upon hearing this, Gu Shao nodded and replied, "Okay."
In fact, Gu Shao already knew that Gu Xi was going to participate in the competition. In the afternoon, when he was in a meeting, the school's Dean Zhou specially called him to tell him about it.
Gu Xi was stunned. She looked at Gu Shao. That's it? Don't you have anything else to say?
On the other hand, Gu Shao retracted his gaze from the documents in front of him. When he looked up, he saw Gu Xi still standing there with her head lowered. She looked conflicted and there seemed to be a hint of disappointment in her eyes.
"Be careful when you go out. Listen to the teacher's instructions and don't act on your own. If there are any problems, tell the teacher or call home," Gu Shao reminded her again.
Upon hearing Gu Shao's reminder, Gu Xi finally smiled and promised, "Okay, I got it. Dad, don't worry."
"Also …" Gu Xi said.
"What?" Gu Shao asked when he saw Gu Xi's conflicted expression.
"Nothing." Gu Xi shook her head. She originally wanted to say that parents could attend the final award ceremony of the competition. However, when she thought of what Xu Fei had said about Gu Shao being very busy during this period, Gu Xi thought about it and decided not to.
"Goodnight, Dad." With that, Gu Xi turned around and left.
Watching Gu Xi skipping out of the study, Gu Shao raised his eyebrows and the expression in his eyes softened.
—
Soon, it was Thursday afternoon.
The eight students participating in the competition were led by three teachers. They first went home to pack their things before setting off together from school.
Before leaving, Aunt Mei was still worried and tugged at Gu Xi to remind her for a long time.
"If there's anything, remember to call home, okay? You can call your family or call your teacher. Also, I've put the flu medicine, fever medicine, and car sickness medicine in your luggage. If you don't feel well, remember to take the medicine. Before you take the medicine, take a look at the instructions. If you don't understand, let your teacher take a look at it … "
Gu Xi nodded cooperatively at Aunt Mei's instructions. However, she didn't know whether to laugh or cry in her heart. She was only going for three days, and it wasn't that far. It was just a district away from B City. Why did she make it seem like she was going to be away for a long time?
Gu Xi glanced at the two suitcases on the other side and the corners of her mouth twitched.
Gu Xi was only going to be away for three days and she had only packed one suitcase. In the end, she was careless and Aunt Mei had added two suitcases.
"Oh right, I almost forgot." As she spoke, Aunt Mei went into the kitchen again and took out a bag. She handed it to Gu Xi and said, "These are the snacks I specially made when I woke up early in the morning. Xiaoxi, take it and eat it on the way."
Gu Xi nodded and took the bag. She glanced at it and realized that there were actually two sets of snacks inside.
Beside her, Aunt Mei smiled and explained, "There are two sets in total. Xiaoxi will have one set and the other set will be shared with the other students."
Only two sets. The other set won't be enough to share with the other students, right?
Gu Xi muttered silently in her heart.
Aunt Mei's "other students" was obviously referring to Gu Chenyi.
Gu Xi resisted the urge to expose her and nodded.
"Also, take these with you. They are all snacks. If you don't have enough to eat outside, you can eat some snacks first. Don't starve yourself."
Seeing Aunt Mei take out another big bag of food, Gu Xi blushed with shame. "No, it's too much. I can't carry it all."
Aunt Mei smiled indifferently. "It's okay. If you can't carry it, you can ask your classmates to help you."
Gu Xi: "…" Needless to say, this classmate's surname was Gu.
— —
Gu Xi left home and went to school.
The car stopped near the assembly point. Gu Xi had just gotten out of the car. Before she could steady herself, she saw Gu Chenyi appear from the side.
"Oh, what a coincidence." Gu Chenyi walked up to Gu Xi and made an expression that said, "I was just passing by and happened to see you."
Gu Xi: "Haha, I'll just watch you act quietly. I won't expose you."
"It's quite a coincidence." Gu Xi smiled insincerely at him.
On the other side, the driver took Gu Xi's luggage out of the trunk. Before Gu Xi could take it, Gu Chenyi had already reached out to the driver.
"Give it to me."
"No …" Gu Xi subconsciously wanted to say no.
On the other side, the driver had already handed Gu Xi's luggage to Gu Chenyi without hesitation.
"It's a little heavy." Gu Xi reminded him. "I don't know what Aunt Mei bumped into."
"It's okay." Gu Chenyi didn't care.
— —
Under the surprised gazes of the others, Gu Chenyi helped Gu Xi put the luggage into the car.
"Well …" At this moment, Yang Mengmeng walked over.
Among the eight contestants, there were only two girls, Gu Xi and Yang Mengmeng, who was in her first year of junior high.
Yang Mengmeng originally wanted to sit next to Gu Xi.
However, before she could finish speaking, the seat next to Gu Xi was snatched away by Gu Chenyi.
Yang Mengmeng had no choice but to go back and find another first-year student to sit next to.
On the other side, Gu Xi watched as Gu Chenyi put away their luggage and then sat down beside her as if he was "waiting for praise". She smiled and patted the other party's shoulder, saying, "Thank you for your hard work."
"By the way, take down that pink bag from the car," Gu Xi said. Inside the bag were the snacks that Aunt Mei had prepared for them.
"This?"
"Yes, yes." Gu Xi took the bag and handed one of the boxes of snacks to Gu Chenyi. "This is for you."
Looking at the snacks in front of him, Gu Chenyi widened his eyes in disbelief. "You're giving this to me?"
Happiness came too suddenly, and he didn't have time to react.
"You don't want it?" Gu Xi raised her eyebrows and asked deliberately.
"Yes!" This was given by Xixi, and it was the only one of its kind in the Gu family!
Moreover, this familiar shape and smell was definitely made by Aunt Mei.
Gu Chenyi ate a piece of yolk pastry and was almost moved to tears. Ever since Aunt Mei was taken away by Second Uncle, the food at home was getting worse day by day.
On the other side, after Gu Chenyi finished eating the yolk pastry, Gu Xi handed him a bottle of water.
Gu Chenyi: "!" Where was his phone? He had to send a message to Gu Yanxiao to show off!
— —
Sheng Xiuyan, who was sitting opposite them, glanced at the two of them and had a suspicious look on his face. When did these two become so close?
No, I should say, when did this idiot Gu Chenyi become so popular?
Did these two know each other? Both have the surname Gu …
Sheng Xiuyan thought of a possibility, but he quickly rejected it. As far as he knew, other than Gu Xueer, who could barely be considered a member of the Gu family, there didn't seem to be anyone named Gu Xi.
Sheng Xiuyan looked away indifferently, changed his position, and continued sleeping.
— —
On the other side, while Gu Xi seemed to be asleep, Gu Chenyi took out his phone and secretly took a photo of the two of them. He proudly posted it in the group and added a sentence: [Xixi and I are going to the competition. Don't worry, everyone.]
At the Gu residence, Gu Yanxiao, who saw the message, was so angry that his teeth itched. He had originally planned to sign up and go together, but in the end, Gu Chenyi snatched it away from him.
However, Gu Yanxiao soon calmed down. He looked at the time and waited for two minutes to pass before he sent a private message to Gu Chenyi: [You sent it to the wrong place.]
"What?" Seeing Gu Yanxiao's message, Gu Chenyi was stunned for a moment before he realized what the other party was saying.
"F * ck! It's over! "He sent it to the wrong group!
Originally, he wanted to send it to the group with his second uncle, [Happy Family]. However, his hand slipped and he sent it to another group with Gu Shao, [Happy Big Family].
Other than that, there was another group that didn't have his uncle or his father. They were called [Happy Family] and [Happy Family]. Old Master Gu had changed the names of these groups.
Gu Chenyi really couldn't understand why Old Master Gu would change the group names so much! Wasn't he afraid that he would go to the wrong group when he spoke ill of his son?!
However, two minutes had passed and he couldn't withdraw it even if he wanted to.
Thus, Gu Chenyi received the first private message in his life from his second uncle.
[When two people are together, don't cause trouble.]
It was a simple sentence, but Gu Chenyi could feel the warning in it through the phone.
[No, Second Uncle, I definitely think highly of Xixi.]
[Gu Shao: I'm talking about you.]
[Me? I'm fine …] Gu Chenyi replied with a guilty conscience.
Gu Shao didn't reply again, but he sent Gu Chenyi a sum of money.
Looking at the sudden money, Gu Chenyi was shocked. This was the first time he received pocket money from his second uncle other than the New Year's money!
Bah, no, this was the money that Gu Xi cherished.
— —
The car soon arrived at the destination.
The teacher leading the team said to everyone, "This time, our school will be staying at Maple Leaf Hotel."
In order to ensure the fairness of the league and to advertise at the same time, the league had always been held in the comprehensive teaching experimental zone in the suburbs of B City. The accommodation was arranged by each school.
Maple Leaf Hotel, Gu Xi's impression of it, was the hotel closest to the competition venue.
"This time, our school actually managed to get Maple Leaf Hotel in advance. Not bad."
A third-year senior sitting behind Gu Xi said.
At this moment, someone next to him said, "Anyway, I think it's about the same."
"This time, it seems like No. 3 High School, No. 6 High School, and Liming are also staying here."
…
When he heard the familiar words' Liming ', Gu Xi was slightly stunned, but he didn't pay too much attention to it.
It was normal for several schools to stay at the same hotel.
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