谁能想到，2026年高考英语考完，最先火出圈的不是难题怪题，而是作文里的“恋爱脑女主Emily”！
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After the 2026 national College Entrance Exam (Gaokao) English test concluded, ①_________ (surprise), the most heatedly discussed topic online was not difficult exam questions, but "love-struck Emily", the protagonist of this year's writing section.

According to students' recollections, the writing task asked them to continue a story about Emily: ②____ order to spend Christmas with her boyfriend, she ignored the official blizzard warning and insisted on driving out, only to have her car skid and fall into a pit halfway, leaving her trapped in the heavy snow.

The topic soon went viral nationwide, with ③____ flood of students complaining about the unexpected, absurd theme. Different from previous Gaokao English writing topics ④_________ (range) from environmental protection to technological development, this year's theme focused on the risks of irrational romantic acts, making all pre-memorized writing templates almost ⑤_________ (use) for most examinees.

Many students joked that they could not help criticizing Emily's silly choice while writing, and some even designed an ending ⑥_________ Emily realizes her mistake and breaks up with her boyfriend after being rescued.

⑦____ many students expressed frustration with the surprising theme, most netizens spoke highly of the question design. They argued that it fits ⑧_________ (perfect) with young people's current attitude towards blind love, and focuses on real life rather than rigid, serious themes.

Some also pointed out that the topic conveys a positive value: we should always prioritize personal safety over romantic relationships. The heated online discussion has also brought much ⑨_________ (amuse) to the public, while drawing ⑩_________ (we) attention to the innovation of Gaokao question design.