Question

When I was very young, I wanted to become a veterinarian (兽医) one day, because I loved animals very much, especially dogs. But it was a pity that there was no room in my adult life for a dog. Then, last year, I could not believe that I developed cancer (癌症). I wanted to keep a dog, but I knew my illness made it impossible for me to keep one. In early September to my surprise, my doctor told me that I could keep a pet as my friend, because my immune system (免疫系统) was strong to keep a pet.

The same day I went to an animal market with my friends. When I saw a 9-week-old dog with big brown eyes, nice ears and white fur all over the body, I took him home. I called him Oscar. I’m happy these days since Oscar came into my life. My new favourite pastime is to watch him sleep, eat and run. And I have been spending more time caring about him, taking long walks with him in the park.

Now I still have the physical (身体的) examination once a week at the hospital. But my illness has taken a turn for the better with the company (陪伴) of a dog. My immune system getting stronger, my doctor tells me. Thanks to Oscar, my life has changed a lot.

1.Why did the writer want to be a veterinarian?

A.He was interested in medicine. B.His immune system was strong.

C.He developed cancer. D.He loved animals very much.

2.Why did the writer’s doctor advise him to keep a pet?

A.Because he developed cancer.

B.Because a dog was friendly to him.

C.Because he had a strong immune system to do that.

D.Because he had enough room in his house to keep a pet.

3.What does the underlined word “pastime” mean in Chinese?

A.过去 B.消遣 C.行动 D.部分

4.The writer does the following to pass time except ______.

A.seeing Oscar run B.watching Oscar sleep

C.eating with Oscar D.taking Oscar for long walks

5.What made the writer’s life change a lot?

A.The dog appeared as a new company in his life. B.His immune system is getting stronger.

C.His illness gets worse than before.  D.His cancer has gone.

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