Zhao Xijun writes, "17 days left before the national college entrance exam," on a blackboard at Guyuan No 1 High School in Guyuan city, Ningxia Hui autonomous region on May 21. Zhao, 18, was born in a mountain village, Pengyang county, and came over to Guyuan city in middle school. Because of his excellent academic performance, he was awarded scholarships every year. The three-day national college entrance exam is to start on June 7. Zhao said, "It means far more than an exam. It is hope for my family and a chance to change my future."[Photo/Xinhua]