“Josie Metz’s father won’t live long enough to walk her down the aisle on her wedding day．But thanks to photographer Lindsey Villatoro，the 11-year-old girl was able to experience what it might be like anyway．
Her father, Jim，62，had already been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when he and his wife．Grace，hired Villatoro—a photographer．Two years ago，Villatoro began offering photography sessions for people with serious illnesses to document their journeys and was hired by the Metz family．”I try to really showcase(充分展示)the person for who they are and not the illness，”she told The Huffington Post during a phone conversation Tuesday afternoon．
Villatoro went to Jim and Grace’s home for a shoot and offered to do one with their young daughter，Josie．After she left，she posted about the family on her website to get gift donations for the girl to help make her last birthday with her father memorable．But she decided to take a step further as a surprise and dreamed up the idea of a wedding for the girl—complete with，flowers，desserts，a promise ring and a dress from L．A．Fashion Week—so that her father could walk her down the aisle．”
For today，appreciate those you love．Give them lots of hugs and be grateful they are in your life．You never know what can happen．Say more“I Love Yous”and show more appreciation for all of your friends and family．Appreciate the blessings you have．I"m going to hug my husband Rich more today，call my Dad，call my friend in NC，and give lots of kitty hugs to my pets．Hugs to all of you—I appreciate you all so much and am grateful to have you in my life every single Day!
小题1:Villatoro was hired by Josie’s parents to _______________．| A．take care of them | B．treat Jim’s cancer | | C．take photographs | D．fix Josie’s wedding |
小题2:What do we know about Josie’s father，Jim?| A．He wants to attend Josie’s wedding． | B．He is fond of photography． | | C．He had all idea of a wedding． | D．He suffered from cancel |
小题3:Villatoro posted about the family on her website to _____________．| A．show her gratitude to her customers | | B．collect birthday presents for the girl | | C．raise money for people with illnesses | | D．celebrate the poor girl’s last birthday |
小题4:What does the last paragraph mainly talk about?| A．We should Treasure loved ones． | B．Blood is thicker than water． | | C．Without love，nothing can go far． | D．Time and tide wait for no man． |
小题5:Which of the following best describes Villatoro?| A．Talented and popular | B．Humorous and friendly | | C．Intelligent and proud | D．Creative and helpfull |
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小题1:C
小题2:D
小题3:B
小题4:A
小题5:D |
本文介绍了一个很有创造力的摄影师Villatoro给病人拍摄照片以给他们留下纪念，告诉我们要珍惜身边所爱的人，因为我们不知道会发生什么样的事情。
小题1:C
【试题解析】推理题。根据文章第二段2,3行Two years ago，Villatoro began offering photography sessions for people with serious illnesses to document their journeys and was hired by the Metz family．”I try to really showcase(充分展示)the person for who they are and not the illness可知Villatoro两年前就开始拍摄展示人的作品，她被the Metz family雇佣，也正是让她来拍摄他们的作品留作纪念。故C正确。
小题2:D
【试题解析】细节题。根据文章第二段1,2行Her father, Jim，62，had already been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer when he and his wife．Grace，hired Villatoro—a photographer．可知他患有癌症。故D正确。
小题3:B
【试题解析】细节题。根据第三段1,2行Villatoro went to Jim and Grace’s home for a shoot and offered to do one with their young daughter，Josie．After she left，she posted about the family on her website to get gift donations for the girl to help make her last birthday with her father memorable．可知她把这些作品上传到微博是为了让这个小女孩和父亲一起的最后一个生日值得回忆。故B正确。
小题4:A
【试题解析】段落大意题。根据本段1,2行For today，appreciate those you love．Give them lots of hugs and be grateful they are in your life．You never know what can happen．可知作者建议我们珍惜那些你所爱的人，给他们拥抱，感激他们来到你的生活之中，你永远不会知道会发生什么样的事情。故A正确。
小题5:D
【试题解析】推理题。根据第二段Two years ago，Villatoro began offering photography sessions for people with serious illnesses to document their journeys and was hired by the Metz family．可知她给病人拍摄照片留作纪念的这种做法是别人没有做过的，所以她很有创造性。第三段Villatoro went to Jim and Grace’s home for a shoot and offered to do one with their young daughter，Josie．After she left，she posted about the family on her website to get gift donations for the girl to help make her last birthday with her father memorable．可知她把这些作品上传到微博说明她很乐于助人。故D正确。
【长难句解析】
After she left，she posted about the family on her website to get gift donations for the girl to help make her last birthday with her father memorable.
【翻译】她离开以后把照片上传至微博以得到别人给这个女孩捐助的礼物让她和父亲一起的最后一个生日更加值得纪念。
【分析】本句中的不定式短语to get gift donations for the girl和 to help make her last birthday with her father memorable在句中都作为目的状语，修饰前面的谓语动词。 |
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In 2012, I had just recovered form a serious illness when I received an invitation to a writer"s conference in Orlando, Florida. My family persuaded me that a(n) might be just what the doctor ordered, so off I .
Arriving in the Sunshine State was rather tiring, but I to catch a taxi to my and settle in. Next morning, I took another to the shopping centre to buy a few souvenirs. I went to a cafe to have lunch, but all the tables were . Then I heard a friendly voice saying, "You can my table."
I gratefully sat down with the lady and we had a happy lunch together. As the drew to a close she asked how long I would be in Orlando. I had already told her that I hadn"t a car, and hadn"t realised how taking taxis would he, After a while she said, "My dear, don"t use any more taxis. I"m retired and it would be my pleasure to you wherever you wish." I told her that I couldn"t put her to that ,but she brushed aside my protests (反对)。She asked me where I was and next morning she was waiting at my apartment at the time to take me to Disney World. She spent some time with me before leaving me to alone. At the end of the day, she to take me back to my accommodation. I her money but she refused to take any.
I"ll never forget that wonderful lady who, through her , filled my brief holiday in Florida with wonderful memories.
| 小题1: | | A．holiday | B．ceremony | C．operation | D．experiment |
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| 小题2: | | A．kept | B．went | C．dropped | D．knocked |
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| 小题3: | | A．intended | B．promised | C．managed | D．deserved |
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| 小题4: | | A．hospital | B．company | C．university | D．accommodation |
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| 小题5: | | A．colleague | B．passenger | C．suitcase | D．taxi |
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| 小题6: | | A．Instead | B．First | C．Later | D．Once |
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| 小题7: | | A．classified | B．occupied | C．decorated | D．painted |
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| 小题8: | | A．share | B．reserve | C．set | D．possess |
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| 小题9: | | A．old | B．poor | C．innocent | D．stubborn |
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| 小题10: | | A．journey | B．meal | C．speech | D．interview |
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| 小题11: | | A．donated | B．repaired | C．hired | D．guided |
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| 小题12: | | A．convenient | B．worthwhile | C．unfortunate | D．expensive |
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| 小题13: | | A．inspire | B．entertain | C．call | D．drive |
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| 小题14: | | A．business | B．argument | C．trouble | D．challenge |
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| 小题15: | | A．working | B．staying | C．moving | D．shopping |
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| 小题16: | | A．appointed | B．limited | C．favourite | D．regular |
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| 小题17: | | A．digest | B．explore | C．perform | D．calculate |
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| 小题18: | | A．forgot | B．refused | C．returned | D．preferred |
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| 小题19: | | A．sent | B．lent | C．offered | D．owed |
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| 小题20: | | A．confidence | B．dignity | C．curiosity | D．kindness |
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The Fitting-in of Suzy Khan
The first time I saw Suzy Khan, I knew I had to help her. She was really small for her age of 12. The boy in my class often about her and laughed their heads off. She would open a book, pretending to read, with tears dropping on the open page.
All I knew was that she was an orphan (孤儿) from Africa. She had just been adopted by a family in town who that the best way for her to learn American ways of life was to be with american kids. I looked down at this girl and promised myself that somehow I would help her.
But how could I help her in with us? There had to be a .
One day, when I went into the classroom, I saw that Suzy had her geography book to a picture of a train, and in her notebook, she had made a(n) copy.
I was surprised and thought that she could do something in the coming show. So, I took her to see the art teacher, Miss Parker, and showed her what Suzy had . “why, it’s wonderful,” said Miss Parker, who then showed us a poster she had painted the talent show. “I need more of these, but I just don’t have enough . Could you help me, Suzy?”
On the day of the talent show, Suzy’s were everywhere ---- all over the hall and all over the school, each one different.
“And finally,” said Mr Brown, the schoolmaster, at the end of the show, “we have a (n) award. I’m sure you’ve all noticed the wonderful posters.” Everyone nodded. “One of our own students them.”
I could hear everyone whispering. “Who in our school could draw well?”
Mr. Brown waited a while before saying, “ this student worked so hard on the posters, she deserves a ,too. Our mystery(神秘) artist is our new student ---- Suzy Khan!”
Mr. Brown thanked her for all the wonderful posters and gave her a professional artist’s set. “Thank you,” she cried.
I , at that time when I was looking at her excited face, she’d probably never anything in her whole life.
Everyone started to their hands. Suzy Khan gave them a shy smile and the applause was defening. I knew then Suzy was going to ne all right.
| 小题1: | | A．joked | B．cared | C．trains | D．worried |
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| 小题2: | | A．reported | B．decided | C．complained | D．questioned |
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| 小题3: | | A．rich | B．proud | C．tiny | D．popular |
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| 小题5: | | A．manner | B．pattern | C．choice | D．way |
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| 小题6: | | A．read | B．taken | C．opened | D．put |
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| 小题7: | | A．free | B．perfect | C．final | D．extra |
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| 小题8: | | A．are | B．talk | C．quiz | D．talent |
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| 小题9: | | A．colored | B．written | C．carved | D．drawn |
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| 小题11: | | A．room | B．time | C．paper | D．interest |
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| 小题12: | | A．gifts | B．books | C．photos | D．posters |
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| 小题13: | | A．special | B．academic | C．national | D．rayal |
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| 小题14: | | A．painted | B．found | C．printed | D．collected |
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| 小题16: | | A．If | B．Though | C．Unless | D．Since |
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| 小题17: | | A．prize | B．rank | C．rest | D．place |
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| 小题18: | | A．replied | B．realized | C．remembered | D．regretted |
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| 小题19: | | A．offered | B．valued | C．owned | D．controlled |
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| 小题20: | | A．clap | B．wave | C．raise | D．shake |
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The Brown Bear
My wife Laura and I were on the beach, with three of our children, taking pictures of shore birds near our home in Alaska when we spotted a bear. The bear was thin and small, moving aimlessly.
Just a few minutes later, I heard my daughter shouting, “Dad! The bear is right behind us!” An agreesive bear will usually rush forward to frighten away its enemy but would suddenly stop at the last minute. This one was silent and its ears pinned back---- the sign (迹象) of an animal that is going in for the kill. And it was a cold April day. The bear behaved abnormally, probably because of hunger.
I held my camera tripod (三脚架) in both hands to form a barrier as the bear rushed into me. Its huge head was level with my chest and shoulders, and the tripod stuck across its mouth. It bit down and I found myself supporting its weight. I knew I would not be able to hold it for long.
Even so, this was a fight I had to win: I was all that stood between the bear and my family, who would stand little chance of running faster than a brown bear.
The bear hit at the camera, cutting it off the tripod. I raised my left arm to protect my face; the beast held tightly on the tripod and pressed it into my side. My arm could not move, and I sensed that my bones were going to break.
Drawing back my free hand, I struck the bear as hard as I could for five to six times. The bear opened its mouth and I grasped its fur, trying to push it away. I was actually wrestling (扭打) with the bear at this point. Then, as suddenly as it had begun, the fight ended. The bear moved back toward the forest, before returning for another attack----- The first time I felf panic.
Apparently satisfied that we caused no further threat, the bear moved off, destroying a fence as it went. My arm was injured, but the outcome for us could hardly have been better. I’m proud that my family reminded clear-headed when panic could have led to a very different outcome.
小题1:The brown bear approached the family in order to _______.| A．catch shore birds | B．start an attack | | C．protect the children | D．set up a barrier for itself |
小题2:The bear finally went away after it _______.| A．felt safe | B．got injured | | C．found some food | D．took away the camera |
小题3:The writer and his family survived mainly due to their ______ .| A．pride | B．patience | | C．calmness | D．cautiousness |
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From my second grade on, there was one event I feared every year: the piano recital(独奏演唱会). A recital _____I had to practice a boring piece of music and perform before strangers. Each year I _____ask my father if I could skip the recital “just this once”. And each year he would shake his head, muttering(嘀咕) _________about build self-confidence and working toward a ________.
So it was with really great______that I stood in church one recent Sunday, video camera in hand, and ______my 68-year-old father sweating in his shirt ______rising to play the piano in his very first recital.
My father had longed to play music since childhood, but his family was poor and couldn’t _________lessons. He could have gone on regretting it, _______too many of us do. But though he was rooted in his past, he wasn’t ________there. When he retired three years ago, he _____ his church music director to take him as a student.
For a moment after my father sat down at the keyboard, he ______stared down at his fingers. Has he forgotten the ______? I worried, remembering those split seconds______ago when my mind would go blank and my fingers would _______. But then came the beautiful melody(旋律)，from the _____fingers that once baited(装饵于) my fishing lines. And I______he had been doing what music teachers always stress:___ _____the music and pretend the others aren’t there.
“I’m ________of him for starting something new at his age,” I said to my son Jeff.
“Yeah, and doing it so______,” Jeff added.
With his first recital, my father taught me more about courage and determination than all the words he used those 30-plus years ago.
| 小题1: | | A．reflected | B．explained | C．meant | D．proved |
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| 小题2: | | A．would | B．could | C．might | D．should |
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| 小题3: | | A．nothing | B．everything | C．anything | D．something |
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| 小题4: | | A．goal | B．stage | C．journey | D．chance |
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| 小题5: | | A．trouble | B．satisfaction | C．strength | D．disappointment |
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| 小题6: | | A．kept | B．sent | C．watched | D．felt |
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| 小题7: | | A．through | B．from | C．against | D．before |
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| 小题8: | | A．miss | B．afford | C．select | D．understand |
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| 小题10: | | A．educated | B．protected | C．stuck | D．spoilt |
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| 小题11: | | A．allowed | B．invited | C．inspired | D．persuaded |
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| 小题12: | | A．roughly | B．simply | C．merrily | D．curiously |
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| 小题13: | | A．words | B．videos | C．notes | D．lessons |
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| 小题14: | | A．decades | B．weeks | C．hours | D．moments |
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| 小题15: | | A．play | B．freeze | C．click | D．adjust |
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| 小题16: | | A．same | B．warm | C．different | D．dirty |
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| 小题17: | | A．predicted | B．realized | C．imagined | D．insisted |
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| 小题18: | | A．pass over | B．turn up | C．bring in | D．concentrate on |
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| 小题19: | | A．ashamed | B．aware | C．tired | D．proud |
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| 小题20: | | A．casually | B．anxiously | C．nicely | D．frequently |
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It was Mother’s Day morning last year and I was doing my shopping at our local supermarket with my five-year-old son, Tenyson. As we were leaving, we found that only minutes earlier an elderly woman had fallen over at the entrance and had hit her head on the concrete. Her husband was with her, but there was blood everywhere and the woman was embarrassed and clearly in shock.
Walking towards the scene, Tenyson became very upset about what had happened to the couple. He said to me, “Mum, it’s not much fun falling over in front of everyone.”
At the front of the supermarket a charity(慈善) group had set up a stand selling cooked sausages and flowers to raise funds. Tenyson suggested that we should buy the lady a flower. “It will make her feel better,” he said. I was amazed that he’d come up with such a sweet idea. So we went over to the flower seller and asked her if we could buy a flower for the lady to cheer her up. “Just take it,” she replied. “I can’t take your money for such a wonderful gesture.”
By now paramedics（救援人员）had arrived, and were attending the injured woman. As we walked up to her, my son became intimidated by all the blood and medical equipment. He said he was just too scared to go up to her.
Instead I gave the flower to the woman’s husband and told him, “ My son was very upset for your wife and wanted to give her this flower to make her feel better.”
At that, the old man started crying and said, “Thank you so much, you have a wonderful son. Happy Mother’s Day to you.”
The man then bent down and gave his wife the flower, telling her who it was from. Though badly hurt and shaken, the old lady looked up at Tenyson with love in her eyes and gave him a little smile.
小题1:What dose the author intend to tell us?| A．One can never be too careful. | | B．Actions speak louder than words. | | C．Love begins with a little smile. | | D．A small act of kindness brings a great joy. |
小题2:Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?| A．The elderly woman was knocked down by Tenyson. | | B．Tenyson’s idea of buying a flower gained his father’s support. | | C．Tenyson’s care for the elderly woman puzzled the flower seller. | | D．The elderly woman was moved to tears by Tenyson’s gesture. |
小题3:The underlined word “intimidated” in the fourth paragraph probably means “___________”.| A．astonished | B．struck | C．frightened | D．excited |
小题4:What would be the best title for the passage?| A．Flower Power | | B．Mother’s Day | | C．An Accidental Injury | | D．An Embarrassing Moment |
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