"Compared with those who lost their lives, I'm really lucky to still have the chance to fight for a better life. I will treasure it. Also, my parents are working really hard to pay my tuition fees; I have no reason to be lazy in the last few moments before the gaokao."

Yang Xin

"The earthquake was brutal and claimed many lives. No one wanted it to happen, of course, but to tell the truth, I think it will help develop the local economy."

Wu Xiaolong

"We might seem fine, but I know everyone was frightened. Some boys in my class used to be very naughty, but they just stayed silent today."

Li Zengyu

(China Daily 04/26/2013 page6)