题目内容
In cities across the US,police dogs have usually been those trained in Europe,at a cost of tens of thousands of dollars for police departments. But now police can get the same work done for next to nothing by simply turning to the countless future K9s in US shelters. “All they need is a chance to prove themselves and these dogs will work as hard as dogs that we bring in from overseas ,” said Croft,the founder of Universal K9.
Croft has rescued 60 dogs so far from shelters across the South. The organization has trained the dogs in drug and explosive detection,scent tracking (跟踪气味) and other work. Once they’re fully trained,the dogs are then delivered to local police departments for free. “Right now,we’re on track to save almost 100 dogs this year,” Croft said.
Universal K9 currently has 15 dogs in its eight-week class. Sadie,a 5-month-old dog,is the class’ —star student. She was picked up off the street by animal control workers. uI found Sadie on the side of the road one day/' said Centeno;an animal control worker in Texas. /'She was just so playful. She had a lot of energy."
And the dogs aren‘t just joining police departments; they re also becoming members of police families. Cpl. Wesley Keeling,an officer,said he was unwilling to take on K9 partner Remi,a graduate of Universal K9,at the beginning,but quickly he began to love her. They’ve now been together for 2. 5 months. Keeling said Remi was responsible for searching cars and buildings for (麻醉剂) as well as tracking people who may escape or who may go missing. “Remi is a saved dog ,” Keeling said. “She's proud of herself,I'm proud of her. I can't say enough about her. I really can't.”
9. Compared with dogs from Universal K9,traditionally trained police dogs .
A. are cleverer
B. can do more tasks
C. cost more money
D. are trained in the US
10. Universal K9 is founded to .
A. reduce social crimes
B. make money by training dogs
C. save and train homeless dogs
D. call on people to care for dogs
11. What do we know about Sadie?
A. She is a quiet dog.
B. She is popular in the class.
C. She was found two months ago.
D. She is good at smelling danger.
12. The best title for the text would be .
A. Dogs,human's close friends
B. The importance of police dogs
C. The roles dogs play nowadays
D. Dogs get a second chance and duty
How to write a short story in a day
June 25,2016 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm London,United Kingdom
Ticket information
Ticket type | Sales end | Price |
How to write | £249.00 | |
a short story | Jun 25,2016 | (Including lunch |
in a day | and drinks) |
Event details
Write your own story//ww scrí?c/i (从零开始) here with Alba Arikha
Imagine you could write a great short story? Give it a try at this unique Masterclass with author Alba Arikha. In the space of just one day,you* 11 learn how to find your voice,develop your writing skills and make up a storyline. Then,you’ 11 write your own short story from scratch. .
During this highly interactive (互动的) course,you’ 11 take part in practical exercises and writing,enabling you to develop your skills and build your confidence. Along the way,you* 11 receive help,from making up a storyline to developing characters. Plus,you, 11 have the opportunity to receive feedback (反馈) on your work. By the end of the day,you’ 11 have finished writing a story of at least 500 words in length and have the skills and confidence to continue your writing journey after the class.
Content
. The key parts of a great short story
. Writing techniques that can be put into practice immediately
. How to find your voice as a writer
. Creating a storyline from scratch
. Character development
. Choosing th? point of view that's right for your story
. Examples of great short stories
. Write your own short story during the class
Course preparation
Attendees are encouraged to bring in a short' story of their own to be discussed in class.
Tutor profile
Alba Arikha is an author whose works include Walking on Ice and Muse. Alba is also a highly experienced creative writing teacher,and has written for various publications including The New Republic and Tatler. Find out more on her website.
If you have any questions about the Guardian Masterclass program,please contact US by email at masterclasses@theguardian.com,or by telephone on 0800 088 2586.
13. What can we leam about the “How to write a short story in a day”?
A. It costs you about $250.
B. It is hosted by Alba Arikha.
C. It lasts about four hours.
D. It sells its last ticket on June25
14. During the course,you will .
A. read Alba Arikha’ s books
B. interact with Alba Arikha
C. write a story about Alba Arikha
D. comment on other learnersJ stories
15. What should you bring in order to attend the course?
A delicious lunch. B. A story of your own.
C. Alba Arikha's books. D. Drinks for breaks.
16. If you want to know more about Alba Arikha,you can .
A. read hqr works, B. send her an email
C. give her a phone call D. look through her,website