What makes a hero? Most of us might not have the _________ to fight bravely in a war, as we imagine many heroes do. __________, facing the spread of the novel coronavirus, many Chinese have shown their _________, resilience (韧性) and dedication (奉献), just like heroes do.

“A hero is ____________ who, in spite of weakness, doubt or not always knowing the answers, goes ahead and overcomes anyway,” said US actor Christopher Reeve, who was best known for playing Superman. _________ the epidemic ( 传 染 病 ), everyone is afraid of the deadly disease. But out of _________, compassion ( 同 情) or just simply wanting to do their jobs, some choose to hold their ________ down, stand out and fight the virus. They are known as “heroes in harm’s way”.

Medical workers and scientists are always on the frontlines. Since the start of the novel coronavirus outbreak, scientists have been busy doing research and looking for new ___________. Experts Zhong Nanshan, 84, and Li Lanjuan, 73, for example, have worked day and night to develop rapid test kits and treat severe (重症的) patients. Doctor Zhang Wenhong from Shanghai tried to educate the public about the virus in a humorous way. Li Wenliang and some other medical workers even ________ their lives while fighting the epidemic. “China is always well protected by ______________ of them,” former US secretary of state Henry Kissinger once wrote. Indeed, it is medical workers who are risking their lives in the battle.

__________ these well-known names, many heroes remain __________, although they also take risks and play their own parts. Construction ( 建筑) workers race ____________ time to build makeshift ( 临时的) hospitals; volunteers ensure the transportation of supplies; and thousands of media workers keep the public updated with news and ___________ stories.

Chinese writer Lu Xun said, “True heroes dare to look bravely to the gloomy ( 惨淡的) life and are bold ( 勇 敢 的 ) in facing up to the dripping ( 淋漓的 ) blood.” The battle against an epidemic is hard, but _________ there are heroes and heroic deeds, victory will be guaranteed (保证).

1.A.time B.choice C.chance D.challenge

2.A.Besides B.Anyway C.Therefore D.However

3.A.wisdom B.courage C.creativity D.strength

4.A.someone B.anyone C.everyone D.one

5.A.Instead of B.During C.In case of D.As for

6.A.responsibility B.interests C.pressure D.possibility

7.A.tear B.fear C.heart D.weakness

8.A.solutions B.treatments C.instructions D.technologies

9.A.lost B.save C.improve D.progress

10.A.the best B.the most excellent C.the smartest D.the bravest

11.A.With B.Besides C.Without D.In spite of

12.A.unknown B.silent C.ordinary D.quiet

13.A.for B.against C.along with D.together with

14.A.creative B.interesting C.inspiring D.educational

15.A.in case that B.even though C.only if D.as long as

Can you travel with your house? Some people in the US may say "Yes!"

During the holidays, some US families often get into their RVs (房车) and go on a road trip around the country. People call RVs the houses on the wheels (车轮). From a kitchen and bathroom to a bedroom, you can find most ordinary (普通的) rooms here. How cool is that!

These homes on the road are small. But with them, your trip becomes easy. You can drive as long as you like. Or you can just stop somewhere nice and stay there for a few weeks. On the road, you may also meet other traveling families. Together, you take out your tents (帐篷) and snacks. It's happy camping time!

But these moving homes also have their problems. Sometimes they break down on the road and people have to repair (修理) them. But this kind of road trip is still very popular. People can go anywhere, any time.

1.We can't find ________ in RVs.

A.bathrooms B.gardens C.kitchens

2.What do we know about RVs?

A.It's difficult to travel in RVs. B.They don't have real wheels. C.A trip with them is easy and relaxing.

3.With RVs, people can do many activities EXCEPT (除了) ________.

A.going anywhere they like without any worries (顾虑)

B.stopping somewhere beautiful for some weeks

C.camping with other families on the road

4.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A.People don't like traveling in RVs because it sometimes has problems.

B.The RVs can't go very far because it is too big and heavy.

C.Most American people like these moving homes.

5.The title (标题) of this passage is ________.

A.A New Kind of House B.Traveling in RVs C.American People's Daily Lives

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