I volunteer in an after-school reading program. I help young children learn how to read. My favorite part is to see a little child feel excited when he or she learns a new word. Victoria, 13 |
Sometimes I do things for my neighbors and ask them to give me some money or clothes. Then I can give these money and clothes to the unlucky people. Mandy, 10 |
1.Victoria is a volunteer to help _______.
A.animals B.young kids C.old people
2.Why does Mandy ask her neighbors to give her money or clothes?
A.Because she is too poor.
B.Because she decides to buy something.
C.Because she wants to help those unlucky people.
Marty would turn ten in three days. His mom asked him what he wanted as a gift. He thought maybe a bicycle, a _________ or a telescope (望远镜). He told his mom his choices and said any of these gifts would be great. In fact, he hoped for the telescope. He _________ learning about the planets.
Marty’s parents _________ the gifts one night after Marty went to sleep.
“Marty will just get tired of the basketball,” said Dad.
“We _________ bought him a bicycle last year. It’s new,” said Mom.
“We should get Marty a telescope,” said Dad. “He’s so interested in space and the planets; he will like _________.”
“Sounds good,” said Mom.
Dad stopped by the _________ the next day after work and bought a telescope. He put it in his car. He _________ until Marty was asleep and brought it into the house.
“This is _________,” said Marty’s mom after she saw it. “He would love it.” Dad put it in the attic (阁楼).
Marty’s birthday came and he was excited. He ran into the kitchen. His gift was usually there, _________ he didn’t see anything. Dad came into the kitchen and saw Marty was looking for a gift. He asked Marty to __________ him to the attic.
“This is fantastic!” said Marty. “Thanks so much.” That night, Marty saw many beautiful stars and planets.
1.A.volleyball B.basketball C.soccer ball
2.A.enjoyed B.remembered C.risked
3.A.gave away B.talked about C.heard of
4.A.also B.even C.just
5.A.it B.you C.him
6.A.hospital B.store C.bank
7.A.worked B.waited C.imagined
8.A.wonderful B.personal C.common
9.A.so B.but C.or
10.A.invite B.send C.follow
—Could you tell me _______ Thanksgiving Day in America?
—Sure. People usually have a big dinner and give thanks for everything they have now.
A.when do people celebrate B.why people celebrate C.how people celebrate
— How many bananas can I have?
— You can have 3. _______ are for your brother.
A.Others B.The others C.The other
Don’t worry. Bill will help you look after your dog when you _______ away on business.
A.are B.were C.will be
Don’t eat _______ fast food. It’s not healthy for you.
A.too much B.much too C.too many
