Located a few blocks away from the White House, Sakina Halal Grill in Washington DC is a restaurant with a difference. Enter during the busy lunch time and you will find businessmen and women eating side by side with the homeless. The owner Kazi Mannan, who is from Pakistan, would not run it in any other way.
Growing up in a village with no electricity, running water or even a building for a school, Kazi is familiar with poverty and hunger. Even in those hard days, whenever his mother Sakina cooked for her own children, she would provide some for her neighbours as well.
When Kazi reached America, he only had three dollars in his hand With the help of a Pakistani bus driver, he finally earned a down payment (首付款)on a restaurant.
The first thing he did was to change the name of the restaurant. He named it after his mother Sakina Halal Grill, whom he lost 26 years ago. But he did not stop there. Keeping his mother's teachings in mind, he not only used her old recipes (菜谱)but also decided to let the homeless eat at his restaurant for free. On the opening day of the restaurant, Kazi personally walked to the nearby park and invited the homeless there to have food at his restaurant.
Many friends said, “Don't let homeless people come inside your restaurant. They will ruin your business.” “But I don't care. If I fail, I fail!” said Kazi Mannan.
In less than 5 years, Sakina Halal Grill has risen to such popularity that Kazi is able to feed over 16,000 people for free every year. He also prepares extra food on Sundays for nearly 50 homeless people at the Georgetown Ministry Center. His deeds (事迹)encourage locals to volunteer there as well.
1.What's special about Sakina Halal Grill?
A.Its owner's special way of decoration.
B.Allowing the homeless to eat in it for free.
C.Being located next to the White House.
D.Its recipes learned from a famous cook.
2.Why did Kazi change the name of the restaurant?
A.To memorise his mother. B.To attract more customers.
C.To complete his mother's wishes. D.To thank the Pakistani bus driver.
3.Which of the following can best describe Kazi?
A.Selfish and mean. B.Brave and reliable.
C.Honest and stubborn. D.Kind and encouraging.
4.What does the story want to tell us?
A.Kindness brings good business. B.Technology is power.
C.Money talks. D.A good friend is good for business.
Love sugar-white sand beaches? Love skiing (滑雪)down the side of a mountain? Whatever you like, you will find the best winter travel destination (目的地)in the following list. Paradise Island, Bahamas
Best for: Families and water babies
It's one of the Atlantis resorts (旅游胜地)in the Caribbean. The Coral towers and Marina Village (an open-air shopping and dining market) are two reasons to visit this Caribbean popular travel destination. Don't forget about Aqua venture, the world's largest open-air water park. With the winter temperatures between 15°C and 24°C, it's a perfect place to escape the cold.
Salt Lake City, Utah
Best for: Winter sports lovers
Salt Lake City is known as “Ski City”. It's one of four best ski resorts in the USA. Salt Lake City welcomes winter sports lovers all around the world. In addition to wonderful skiing tracks, Utah Olympic Park offers an unforgettable experience.
Iceland
Best for: Extreme Adventurers
Iceland in the winter is very beautiful. The temperatures there aren't as low as you think. There's no better time than winter to view the Northern Lights. Short winter days mean you'll have an even greater chance to catch the magic. An increasing number of flights in and out of Reykjavik make it easier than ever to visit Iceland.
Orlando, Florida
Best for: Theme park lovers
Orlando is another destination for winter travel. The weather is fine in winter. With the largest Disney World in the world, Orlando must be a good place to travel.
1.What can visitors do on Paradise Island?
A.Ski down the mountain. B.Play in the water park.
C.Visit the Olympic Park. D.Take pictures in Disney World.
2.Where can visitors go to enjoy the Northern Lights?
A.Salt Lake City. B.Orlando.
C.Iceland. D.Paradise Island.
3.Orlando is the best destination for ____.
A.winter sports lovers B.water babies
C.theme park lovers D.extreme adventurers
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.Who is the speech mainly for?
A.Parents. B.Children. C.Shopkeepers.
2.What's the first thing that needs to be considered for kids' toys?
A.The color. B.The price. C.The size.
3.Why parents should refuse to buy toys with small parts for their kids?
A.They might be eaten by their kids.
B.They are not allowed by law.
C.They can't function well.
4.Which one is an acceptable toy according to the speaker?
A.A metal toy. B.A cloth toy. C.A glass toy.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Which country do the man and his wife choose for their holiday?
A.Britain. B.Australia. C.Japan.
2.Why does the man's wife refuse to travel by ship?
A.She often gets seasick.
B.She has made many ship travels.
C.She feels dangerous about ships.
3.What does the woman suggest about the hotel?
A.Choosing a cheap one.
B.Finding more information about it online.
C.Booking a high-star one.
4.What does the man want to see most while traveling?
A.Man-made buildings.
B.The beauty of natural scenery.
C.His wife's favorite attractions.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What is the man calling about?
A.The bathroom in the hotel.
B.Some furniture sold in the market.
C.The apartment advertised in the paper.
2.How much rent is the apartment every month9
A.$ 15. B.$50. C.$500.
3.What will the man do this afternoon?
A.Have a meeting.
B.Buy some chairs.
C.Go to have a look at the house.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.How long is the speakers' holiday?
A.Two weeks. B.A week. C.A month.
2.What does the man advise the woman to do?
A.Close her eyes and relax.
B.Talk to him.
C.Give up the holiday and work hard.
