Nowadays more and more children seem to get lost in a "sea of digital(数字) technology". As they use digital technology too much, they are losing their ability to do simple things. They can't make toys themselves with hands or help Mum cook dinner. And worst of all, they seem to be losing interest in communicating with others.

"I have talked with a number of teachers. They care about the increasing numbers of young pupils who can play with computers or smart phones, but have few or no skills to make things." said a teacher, Colin Kinney. "Many pupils can't communicate with other pupils but their parents talk proudly of their ability to use a computer or a smart phone."

Instead of playing with other children, more and more children are choosing to stay indoors and quietly play on a tablet (平板电脑)on weekends and fter scriool. How can a child grow up to be a very good artist if he doesn't learn how to use a paintbrush and develop his painting skill? How can a child learn to make friends as he gets older if he doesn't learn to communicate with others at a young age?

Digital technology can be used for good or bad. We can use a stone to either break a window or build a house. We shouldn′t blame the children. We should help them make right choices. It is certainly necessary for children to know how to use digital technology in today's world, but what is more important, we should encourage them to develop social abilities which will do them good when they grow up.

1.What's the worst problem that is mentioned in the first paragraph?

A. Children can't make things themselves.

B. Children make too many friends online.

C. Children don't want to communicate with others.

D. Children don't like helping Mum cook meals at home.

2.According to Colin Kinney, which of the following is TRUE?

A. Teachers don't notice that young pupils have few skills to make things.

B. Many parents are very happy that their kids can use digital technology.

C. Many teachers don't care if young pupils can play computers or tablets.

D. Some parents are worried that their kids use digital technology too much.

3.What do many young children choose to do on weekends and after school?

A. To play on a tablet indoors.

B. To paint with their paintbrushes.

C. To play with other children.

D. To make friends with other children.

4.What does the underlined word "blame" mean in Chinese?

A. 表扬 B. 原谅 C. 评价 D. 责怪

5.What does the writer mainly want to tell us?

A. It's very important for children to have social skills.

B. It's very helpful for children to do some housework.

C. It's necessary for parents to learn to use digital technology.

D. It's difficult for teachers to make right choices for their pupils.

People are so busy these days that many people have no time to cook. This becomes a problem, because most families love home cooking. The food tastes good and warm, and a family meal brings everyone together. In some families, meals are often the only times everyone sees one another at the same time.

Another reason people enjoy home cooking is that it is often a way of showing love. A parent who makes some cookies(曲奇饼)is not just satisfying a child’s sweet tooth. She or he is sending a message. The messages says, "I care about you enough to spend an hour making cookies that maybe you will eat up in 15 minutes .

There is also something about the smell of home cooking. The smell of home cooking please people of all ages. It makes most of us feel good and loved----even if we are the ones doing the cooking, "Next time you smell a cake making, stop for a moment and pay attention(关注)to your mood(心情)。”

1.Why do fewer people cook now?

A.They like to eat in restaurants B.Many people are too busy

C.Many people don't like cooking D.They don’t like family meals

2.Parent spends an hour making cookies______.

A.just to satisfy her or his child's sweet tooth B.only to send a message

C.to let a child eat up in 15 minutes D.often to show her or his love

3.What does the underlined word “satisfying” mean here?

A.令人生气 B.使人满意 C.填满 D.修补

4.What’s the main idea of the passage?

A.Home cooking is important. B.How to make cookies.

C.People are too busy to cook. D.Home cooking cookies taste better.

Monday

Today, I visited Jim for the first time. He is in his 80s and lives with a pet dog. Jim can’t walk easily, so he doesn’t leave the house very often. I made a cup of tea for him. We sat in his lounge (客厅) and talked. Jim enjoys playing chess and watching Western films on TV. He told me about his family.

Tuesday

I took Jim out today. He walked through his front garden and stood at the gate for a little while. The postman said hello to Jim. He was tired. We will go to the shop next time.

Wednesday

Jim wanted to go out again today. We did not get to the shop on the corner, but Jim was getting better at walking. He enjoyed the fresh air.

Thursday

I bought some food for Jim. I helped him clear the cupboard. He found it hard to reach, so some of the food was there for a long time. I put the new food in the bottom of the cupboard so that he could reach it more easily.

Saturday

Today we played chess. I have been reading about how to play, but I am not very good. Jim said it didn’t matter. He said he was out of practice too! He still won the game.

1.What does Jim enjoy doing?

A. Making tea. B. Talking with his pet.

C. Walking with his family D. Watching television.

2.When did Jim meet the postman?

A. On Monday. B. On Tuesday. C. On Wednesday. D. On Saturday.

3.The writer did all of the following for Jim EXCEPT _________.

A. buy food for him B. talk with him

C. shop with him D. play chess with him

4.On Thursday, the writer __________.

A. told Jim about his family B. took Jim for a walk

C. helped Jim clean out his cupboard D. cooked some food for Jim

5.Why was some food in the cupboard for a long time?

A. Jim couldn’t reach the food in the bottom.

B. Jim didn’t like eating the food.

C. Jim couldn’t reach the food that was put too high.

D. Jim spent too much time playing chess so he had no time to eat the food.

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