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【题目】 A 3-year-old boy who was lost in the woods for two days is now safe at home with his family. But Casey Hathaway told his rescuers that he was not alone in the rainy, freezing cold woods. He said he was with a friend — a bear.
The child went missing on January 22. He was playing with friends at his grandmother’s house in the southern state of North Carolina. When the other children returned home but Casey did not, the family searched the area for almost an hour before calling the police. Police formed a search and rescue team to look for the young boy in the nearby woods. But two days went by and still — no Casey.
Then on January 24, someone called the police saying he heard a child crying in the woods. Police followed up on the information and found Casey at about 9 :30 that night. They pulled him out of some briar. He was in good health. Casey told the rescuers that he had hung out with a black bear for two days, a bear he called his "friend".
Sheriff Chip Hughes spoke with reporters from several news agencies. He said Casey did not say how he was able to survive in the woods for three days in the cold, rainy weather. However, the sheriff said, “ He did say he had a friend in the woods that was a bear that was with him. ”
Hundreds of people helped in the search and rescue efforts, including some 600 volunteers, federal police and members of the military. Officer Hughes told reporters that at no point did he think Casey had been kidnapped.
His mother Brittany Hathaway talked with reporters from a local news agency and thanked everyone who joined the search for her son. “ We just want to tell everybody that we’re very thankful that you took the time out to search for Casey and prayed for him, and he's good, ” said his mother. “ He is good, he is up and talking. He’s already asked to watch Netflix. So, he's good …"
【1】When did Casey get lost?
A.On January 24.
B.After a 911 call.
C.Before his playmates came.
D.After he left his grandmother's house.
【2】What can we know about the boy?
A.He survived with the help of a bear.
B.The rescuers rescued him from a bear.
C.Someone offered key information to find him.
D.He was eventually found by officer Hughes.
【3】Why did the mother say that in the last paragraph?
A.To report the detailed situation.
B.To show her gratitude and relief.
C.To invite everyone to watch her child.
D.To appreciate searchers and the bear.
【4】Where is this text most likely from?
A.A news report.B.A guidebook.
C.A diary.D.An advertisement
【答案】
【1】D
【2】C
【3】B
【4】A
【解析】
这是一篇记叙文。男孩凯西在离开祖母家后就失踪了。两天之后,警察根据得到的线索在树林里找到了凯西。凯西告诉他的救援人员在森林里的这两天他一直和一只熊在一起。
【1】细节理解题。根据第二段The child went missing on January 22. He was playing with friends at his grandmother’s house in the southern state of North Carolina. When the other children returned home but Casey did not,可知这个孩子在1月22日失踪了。他正在他的祖母在北卡罗来纳州南部州的房子里玩耍。当其他孩子回家时,凯西却没有。也就是在离开祖母的房子后,凯西没有回家,失踪了。故选D项。
【2】细节理解题。根据第三段中的Then on January 24, someone called the police saying he heard a child crying in the woods. Police followed up on the information and found Casey at about 9 :30 that night. 可知然后在1月24日,有人打电话给警察,说他听到一个孩子在树林里哭泣。警方跟进了该消息,并于当晚9点30分发现了凯西。所以是有人提供了关键的信息来帮助找到这个男孩。故选C项。
【3】推理判断题。根据最后一段中的. “ We just want to tell everybody that we’re very thankful that you took the time out to search for Casey and prayed for him, and he's good, ” said his mother. “ He is good, he is up and talking. He’s already asked to watch Netflix. So, he's good …"可知男孩凯西的妈妈说:“我们只想告诉大家,我们非常感谢您抽出宝贵的时间去搜寻凯西并为他祈祷,他的状况很好。” “他很好,他在说话。他已经被要求观看Netflix。所以,他很好……”,从妈妈的话中可知她很感激大家的帮助,她说这些话的目的就是为了向救援人员表达自己的感激。同时她强调凯西一切都好,感到很欣慰。故选B项。
【4】推理判断题。本文讲述了一个小男孩失踪后被找到的事情,文中有具体的时间地点和各方人物,描述详细客观,结合最后一段中的 talked with reporters from a local news agency 可以推断这最有可能是一篇新闻报道。故选A项。
【题目】 Throughout most states of the USA, there are countless secret swimming holes, and following are 4 of them.
Havasu Falls (Arizona) | This attractive waterfall in the Grand Canyon is undoubtedly a destination spot requiring a 10-mile walk to the falls. You can take a guided tour to the falls, or make it on your own. The Havasu Falls are on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, which means you'll need to get a permit to visit — this has become increasingly difficult as more people discover this hidden place. |
Hamilton Pool (Austin) | Hamilton Pool was created when an underground river's roof fell down suddenly; exposing what is now the swimming hole and creating a 50-foot waterfall that flows over the above limestone(石灰岩). You'll have to reserve beforehand to gain entry to the Hamilton Pool Preserve. |
Chutes and Ladders (Maui) | To get to this secret swimming hole, you'll have to take a rope 40 feet down the face of a cliff, and then climb down about 8 feet of lava rock to the pool. Once there, however, you'll be glad you made the journey. The swimming hole is on the edge of the ocean — a natural pool, you could say — with a depth that invites you to jump in without crowds of people around to watch. |
Homestead Crater (Utah) | The Homestead Crater is hidden under a rock dome(圆顶) with an opening at the top that allows for sunlight and air. It was once only accessible by that top opening, but there is now easy access through a side path for visitors. Go for a swim in this beautiful mineral water spring. |
【1】People need an official written statement to visit _________.
A.Havasu FallsB.Hamilton Pool
C.Chutes and LaddersD.Homestead Crater
【2】What do you need to get to Chutes and Ladders?
A.A tour guide.B.An invitation.
C.More outdoor skills.D.Reservation in advance.
【3】Which of the following can best describe the four places?
A.They are hidden in remote areas.B.They are shaped by limestone.
C.They are created by local people.D.They are accessible through a hole.