Recently Stiles aged 17 took her 3-year-old brother, James, to her high school. A family emergency prevented her parents from being able to pick up James. So they asked Stiles to step in.
''This was a one-time event; we have never had her get him from school other than this day But it was an emergency, '' her mother said. ''I figured she had gone to get him and taken him home Later that day I saw the picture online and realized that she had taken him back to school. ''
Little James quickly fell asleep in his big sister's arms at the high school.
She didn't want to be counted absent or miss any work. Stiles was studying to be a nurse. She was in her class, and the teacher gladly welcomed her little brother in. He was so tired from his school that he slept most of the class. She not only helped her family out but returned to her responsibility at school.
Her teacher was very supportive and didn't mind him being in the class at all. He slept most of the time and if he had become a problem she would have taken him out. She attends an amazing school that clearly sees the value in family and education.
Her mom said she can now put to rest any worries she's had that the 14-year age gap between Stiles and James would keep them from being close. As a mom, she was thankful that they had this kind of relationship, and she prayed it would always stay this way.
1.Why did Stiles' parents ask her for help?
A.Her family had an emergency.
B.Her parents couldn't collect James.
C.Her brother refused to attend school.
D.She was close to being an adult.
2.Where did Stiles want to work when she grew up?
A.In a hospital.
B.In a school.
C.In a factory.
D.In a shop.
3.What was Stiles' teacher's attitude to her act?
A.Opposed.
B.Critical.
C.Ambiguous.
D.Supportive.
4.What once made Stiles' mother concerned?
A.Stiles' identity of being a senior high student.
B.Stiles' terrible relationship with her classmates.
C.The age difference between Stiles and her brother.
D.Stiles' bad performance in the key school.
Spending time outdoors can reduce stress and increase overall health. Stuck inside? You can still connect with nature with a virtual visit to a national park. Four of the most visited national parks in the nation offer creative ways for visitors at home to explore its beauty.
Grand Canyon National Park
On a Grand Canyon virtual archaeological tour, armchair travelers get an inside look at the first major archaeological site along the Colorado River in nearly four decades. A series of interactive 360-degree photos show the archaeologists (考古学家) at work, with insight into their tools and methods.
Yosemite National Park
Few national parks have more natural wonders than Yosemite. Visitors can see water pouring down from Yosemite Falls or look up at Half Dome from the floor of Yosemite Valley.
Olympic National Park
Olympic National Park protects a rainforest ecosystem (生态系统) largely untouched by human habitation. It also protects an incredible range of habitats and impressive biodiversity (生物多样性).
A set of beautiful interactive wall paintings appeals to those with an interest in plants and animals. Click through the images to learn more about what’s growing in the park.
Yellowstone National Park
America’s oldest national park is also one of the easiest to tour virtually. You can watch Old Faithful erupt in real time or send an audio postcard featuring the sounds of springtime, the barks and howls of wolves at Blacktail Pond.
1.What is special about Grand Canyon National Park?
A.It provides a wide range of photos for tourists.
B.It offers travelers chances to act archaeologists.
C.It makes visitors understand archaeological tools.
D.It has a history of approximately forty years.
2.What attracts tourists most in Olympic National Park?
A.The rainforest ecosystem.
B.Attractive wall paintings.
C.Various amazing habitats.
D.Impressive natural wonders.
3.Which park do you choose to hear nature in spring?
A.Grand Canyon National Park.
B.Yosemite National Park.
C.Olympic National Park.
D.Yellowstone National Park.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
1.Why did the speaker buy a new umbrella?
A.His old one was damaged. B.He really loved that one. C.He failed to bring one.
2.What is the main advantage of the hotel’s location?
A.It is beside the Eiffel Tower.
B.It is very close to a bakery.
C.It is within walking distance to Louvre.
3.Why did the speaker go to Paris?
A.To see some artworks.
B.To eat some French food.
C.To meet some good friends.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Where does the conversation take place?
A.At school. B.At the zoo. C.At an amusement park.
2.Why is Lisa surprised?
A.John was busy. B.John arrived late. C.John changed his mind.
3.Why did John lie to Lisa?
A.He wanted to come alone.
B.He was afraid of roller coasters.
C.He wanted to give her a surprise.
4.What does John say about Lisa?
A.Considerate. B.Brave. C.Reliable.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A.Father and daughter. B.Teacher and student. C.Classmates.
2.What does the woman want to become?
A.A security guard.
B.A computer security expert.
C.A computer science teacher.
3.What does the man suggest the woman do?
A.Do well in math. B.Major in math. C.See math as a career.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
1.Why does the man turn to the woman?
A.He has to work late. B.He has to get groceries. C.He has a package to come.
2.What is the man getting?
A.A box of fruit. B.Some alcohol. C.Some sports equipment.
3.What do we know about the speakers’ kids?
A.They are under the age of 21.
B.They’ll return home by 3:00 p.m.
C.They’ll practice soccer at 5:00 p.m.
