摘要: The purpose of the author writing this story is to . A. give people a good laugh B. cover some facts C. promote the business of Waldorf-Astoria Hotel D. deliver a lesson

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I often write about the bad state of television these days, but recently my mom told me about a story she saw on 60 Minutes that was inspiring, educational, and entertaining for the whole family. I went to the show’s website to see for myself. My mom was right. At a time when even Barbara Walters says she’s really bored with celebrities interviews, this one will not disappoint.

It’s the story of Derek Paravicini, a 30-year-old who was born three months early, physically disabled (he can’t button his own shirt), blind, and severely autistic(自闭的).

Yet, through total luck and coincidence, his family discovered that Derek had a remarkable musical talent when he was three.

Derek can hear any musical composition one time and play it perfectly on the piano.

That’s right. He only has to hear it once.

Even more unbelievable, his brain, like a computer, can keep many songs that he can immediately repeat when asked. But his talent isn’t limited to just learning things by heart. Derek is a true musical genius and artist who plays beautifully in a wide range of styles and can make his own music.

With his talent, Derek has raised millions of dollars putting on charity concerts. He also donates his time to senior centers where he acts as a human jukebox (自动唱机) machine, taking requests from senior citizens who haven’t heard their favorite songs for decades.

As it turns out, Derek loves people and his extraordinary talent has been the key to unlocking his personality and social development.

If you want to inspire your family, pop some popcorn and sit everyone down to watch this excellent piece of journalism. If your kids are like mine, it will cause a great family discussion about the definition of “disability” and the extraordinary ability of the human brain and spirit. It may even give you the perfect answer the next time your child says he or she “can’t” do something. Now that’s priceless.

Who says there’s nothing good on TV?

1. From the first paragraph, we know that 60 minutes is a TV program on      .

A.  interviewing celebrities

B.  interviewing the disabled

C.  the latest news round the world

D.  stating the positive influence of TV

2. How does Derek help the elderly?

A.  By buying them a jukebox machine.

B.  By building senior centers for them.

C.  By singing the old songs they ask for.

D.  By playing the piano to raise money for them.

3. In the opinion of the author, Derek can     .

A.  attract the whole family to watch TV together

B.  cause family members to help the disabled

C.  help kids understand the ability of their brains

D.  encourage kids to accept challenges in life

4.The author’s purpose in writing this passage is to     .

A.  prove that there is something good on TV

B.  introduce a disabled but gifted musician

C.  call on people to show more love to the disabled

D.  express personal admiration for Derek Paravicini

 

 

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I often write about the bad state of television these days, but recently my mom told me about a story she saw on 60 Minutes that was inspiring, educational, and entertaining for the whole family. I went to the show’s website to see for myself. My mom was right. At a time when even Barbara Walters says she’s really bored with celebrities interviews, this one will not disappoint.
It’s the story of Derek Paravicini, a 30-year-old who was born three months early, physically disabled (he can’t button his own shirt), blind, and severely autistic(自闭的).
Yet, through total luck and coincidence, his family discovered that Derek had a remarkable musical talent when he was three.
Derek can hear any musical composition one time and play it perfectly on the piano.
That’s right. He only has to hear it once.
Even more unbelievable, his brain, like a computer, can keep many songs that he can immediately repeat when asked. But his talent isn’t limited to just learning things by heart. Derek is a true musical genius and artist who plays beautifully in a wide range of styles and can make his own music.
With his talent, Derek has raised millions of dollars putting on charity concerts. He also donates his time to senior centers where he acts as a human jukebox (自动唱机) machine, taking requests from senior citizens who haven’t heard their favorite songs for decades.
As it turns out, Derek loves people and his extraordinary talent has been the key to unlocking his personality and social development.
If you want to inspire your family, pop some popcorn and sit everyone down to watch this excellent piece of journalism. If your kids are like mine, it will cause a great family discussion about the definition of “disability” and the extraordinary ability of the human brain and spirit. It may even give you the perfect answer the next time your child says he or she “can’t” do something. Now that’s priceless.
Who says there’s nothing good on TV?
【小题1】 From the first paragraph, we know that 60 minutes is a TV program on      .

A.interviewing celebrities
B.interviewing the disabled
C.the latest news round the world
D.stating the positive influence of TV
【小题2】 How does Derek help the elderly?
A.By buying them a jukebox machine.
B.By building senior centers for them.
C.By singing the old songs they ask for.
D.By playing the piano to raise money for them.
【小题3】 In the opinion of the author, Derek can     .
A.attract the whole family to watch TV together
B.cause family members to help the disabled
C.help kids understand the ability of their brains
D.encourage kids to accept challenges in life
【小题4】The author’s purpose in writing this passage is to     .
A.prove that there is something good on TV
B.introduce a disabled but gifted musician
C.call on people to show more love to the disabled
D.express personal admiration for Derek Paravicini

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     The Thanksgiving Coat, written by Elizabeth Hoadley and illustrated (插图) by her talented 5-year daughter, Kailee, is a fine example of what level that teaching and learning can rise to.
     This inspiring and motivational children's book is based on a true story that began with Kailee's visit
with her mother to a food bank to provide much needed food for poor families. After a call from Kailee's
school asking her to spearhead donations to a local food bank, Elizabeth Hoadley took her daughter to the grocery store to select the food that they would give.
     Kailee was full of questions for her mother -Who would get the food? Were there children involved?
Did the children have toys to play with, a bed to sleep on and a coat to keep them warm? The
Thanksgiving Coat
is a direct result of Kailee's probing questions and her concern about the children who might be hungry and cold.
     The Thanksgiving Coat speaks to the values and beliefs that we should all develop and pass on to our children. But, Hoadley is very specific about how to sensitize our children to the issues of homelessness
and hunger without scaring them.
     Because of the urgent call for help from the food bank, Hoadley was able to join with Kailee in creating a way to reach out to others who didn't have as much as they did and needed help. Children will learn the
lesson of giving and gratitude when they read The Thanksgiving Coat, and it may inspire them to create
their own methods of giving.
     Kailee is no stranger to illustrating and publishing books. Beginning at the age of 2 years, the creative and giving little girl has illustrated several books, including Balloon Wishes, which inspires hope and healing
following the passing of a loved one.
1. What do we know about Kailee from the passage?
A. She is the author of The Thanksgiving Coat.
B. She illustrated The Thanksgiving Coat with her mother.
C. She is a very talented young writer.
D. She is very creative and talented.
2. What can children learn from The Thanksgiving Coat?
A. The power of healing.
B. Gratitude and willingness to give.
C. An active attitude towards life.
D. Ways of illustrating a book.
3. Elizabeth Hoadley took her daughter to the grocery store to       .
A. buy some food for their family
B. buy some food for her daughter
C. buy some food for the poor families
D. set up a local food bank
4. Elizabeth Hoadley's purpose of writing The Thanksgiving Coat is to       .
A. show off her daughter's talents
B. pass on the values and beliefs to children
C. call on people to help the poor
D. sensitize people to the issues of homelessness and hunger

5. The purpose of the passage is to       .

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第三部分:阅读理解(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分)

A

Spending time together is very important for a family. Parents can use this time to really get to know their children, and children love spending time together with their parents.

Whether it is breakfast, lunch or dinner, families can always come together at the table. Meal time can feed more than just the baby alone, family relations can be promoted as well. Eating breakfast together is a great way to start the day. Eating dinner together every night allows families to share the happening of the day and plan for tomorrow.

Everyone loves a good movie. Break out a bowl of popcorn and gather on the couch together for a family movie night once a week. After a week or two, families begin to really look forward to this relaxing and quiet family time.

Pack up your tent and head for the hills. Going camping is a great way for families have some of that special time together, and a great way to have a holiday too!

Games are fun for both kids and adults. There are so many games to choose from ! This is a wonderful way to bring families together as games make family time so fun !

Gather your family together for a story. Kids just love bedtime stories, This allows parents to spend a bit of time with their kids, too. Children will fall asleep much easier after having a story read to them. This little bit of family time is beneficial in a lot of ways.

Enjoy your family time and have fun with it . You’ll remember the special time for the of your lives.

56.The author thinks playing games is a good way to bring family together because_________.

A.family time is always a fun game

B.both parents and children like games

C.there are so many games for children

D.games are to children what movies are to parents

57.The author seems to believe that________.

A.eating dinner together is to prepare for tomorrow

B.parents should treat children as readers

C.children need parents to read to them

D.watching movies is always special

58.The author implies that_________.

A.watching a movie with popcorn is a practice

B.there is little time for a family to read together

C.meal time can help to strengthen family ties

D.camping is good way to stay away from stress

59.By writing the passage, the author intends to__________.

A.tell readers why it’s necessary to spend family time together

B.show people like spending family time together

C.express his appreciation of the time his family spent is important

D.explain why reading to children before they go to sleep is important

60.The main purpose of the text is to________.

A.give advice        B.provide facts      C.tell a story       D.compare opinions

 

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第三部分:阅读理解(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分)

A

       Spending time together is very important for a family. Parents can use this time to really get to know their children, and children love spending time together with their parents.

Whether it is breakfast, lunch or dinner, families can always come together at the table. Meal time can feed more than just the baby alone, family relations can be promoted as well. Eating breakfast together is a great way to start the day. Eating dinner together every night allows families to share the happening of the day and plan for tomorrow.

Everyone loves a good movie. Break out a bowl of popcorn and gather on the couch together for a family movie night once a week. After a week or two, families begin to really look forward to this relaxing and quiet family time.

Pack up your tent and head for the hills. Going camping is a great way for families have some of that special time together, and a great way to have a holiday too!

Games are fun for both kids and adults. There are so many games to choose from ! This is a wonderful way to bring families together as games make family time so fun !

Gather your family together for a story. Kids just love bedtime stories, This allows parents to spend a bit of time with their kids, too. Children will fall asleep much easier after having a story read to them. This little bit of family time is beneficial in a lot of ways.

Enjoy your family time and have fun with it . You’ll remember the special time for the of your lives.

56.The author thinks playing games is a good way to bring family together because_________.

       A.family time is always a fun game

       B.both parents and children like games

       C.there are so many games for children

       D.games are to children what movies are to parents

57.The author seems to believe that________.

       A.eating dinner together is to prepare for tomorrow

       B.parents should treat children as readers

       C.children need parents to read to them

       D.watching movies is always special

58.The author implies that_________.

       A.watching a movie with popcorn is a practice

       B.there is little time for a family to read together

       C.meal time can help to strengthen family ties

       D.camping is good way to stay away from stress

59.By writing the passage, the author intends to__________.

       A.tell readers why it’s necessary to spend family time together

       B.show people like spending family time together

       C.express his appreciation of the time his family spent is important

       D.explain why reading to children before they go to sleep is important

60.The main purpose of the text is to________.

       A.give advice         B.provide facts      C.tell a story        D.compare opinions

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