1、A Heroic DriverLarry works with Transport Drivers, Inc. One morning in 2009, Larry was 11 along 165 north after delivering to one of his 12 . Suddenly, he saw a car with its bright lights on. 13 he got closer, he found 14 vehicle upside down on the road. One more look and he noticed 15 shooting out
2、from under the 16 vehicle. Larry pulled over, set the brake and 17 the fire extinguisher （灭火器）. Two good bursts from the extinguisher and the fire was put out.The man who had his bright lights on 18 and told Larry he had 19 an emergency call. They 20 heard a womans voice coming from the wrecked （毁坏的
3、） vehicle. 21 the vehicle, they saw that a woman was trying to get out of the broken window. They told her to stay 22 until the emergency personnel arrived, 23 she thought the car was going to 24 . Larry told her that he had already put out the fire and she should not move 25 she injured her neck.On
4、ce fire and emergency people arrived, Larry and the other man 26 and let them go to work. Then, Larry asked the 27 if he was needed or 28 to go. They let him and the other man go.One thing is 29 Larry went above and beyond the call of duty by getting so close to the burning vehicle! His 30 most like
5、ly saved the womans life.11Awalking Btouring Ctraveling Drushing12Apassengers Bcolleagues Cemployers Dcustomers13ASince BAlthough CAs DIf14Aeach Banother Cthat Dhis15Aflames Bsmoke Cwater Dsteam16Aused Bdisabled Cremoved Dabandoned17Agot hold of Bprepared Ctook charge of Dcontrolled18Acame down Bcam
6、e through Ccame in Dcame over19Areturned Breceived Cmade Dconfirmed20Athen Bagain Cfinally Deven21AStarting BParking CPassing DApproaching22Aquiet Bstill Caway Dcalm23Afor Bso Cand Dbut24Aexplode Bslip away Cfall apart Dcrash25Aas if Bunless Cin case Dafter26Astepped forward Bbacked off Cmoved on Ds
7、et out27Awoman Bpolice Cman Ddriver28Aforbidden Bready Casked Dfree29Afor certain Bfor consideration Creported Dchecked30Apatience Bskills Cefforts DpromisePreschool girl lifts old mans spiritsWhen Tara Wood brought her daughter to a grocery store to buy the four-year-old some cupcakes, she had no i
8、dea that would be a life-changing experience.As Tara pushed her daughter Norah around the store last month, she passed an old man who was by himself. The old man looked cold, until Norah shouted to him, “Hi! Its my birthday today!” The man stopped and his demeanor changed from distant and serious to
9、 warm and friendly. “How old are you today?” the man asked. After some time talking together, Norah asked her mom to take a picture of her with her new friend “Mr Dan”, Dan Peterson, 82. They hugged and after ten minutes went their separate ways. That could have been the end of the story. But it is
10、actually the beginning of a special relationship.Tara posted the picture of her daughter and Mr. Dan on Facebook and someone who recognized him reached out to her with his contact information. It turned out that Mr. Dans wife died in March and he had been suffering from depression and anxiety ever s
11、ince. The person on Facebook told Tara that it was the first time they had seen Mr. Dan smile since the death of his wife. Knowing that, Tara contacted Mr. Dan, and ever since Norah and the 82-year-old have developed a friendship unlike any other. “She has shown me a depth of love, a depth that I di
12、dnt know existed,” Mr. Dan told the reporter.Mr. Dan told Tara that before meeting Norah, he hadnt had one night of uninterrupted sleep. Anxiety kept him up at all hours and made him restless. After meeting Norah, he said he now sleeps soundly. For Mr. Dans 82nd birthday on October 20, the mother an
13、d the daughter brought balloons and presentsand, of course, cupcakes. Mr. Dan will also spend a day around Thanksgiving with Norah and her family. “If you dont take the time to notice people, you will never know how you can positively impact a life,” Tara Wood said.31Mr. Dan looked cold because _.Ah
14、e felt lonely Bhe disliked little kidsCnobody had hugged him Dhe knew little about Norah32The underlined word “demeanor” in Paragraph 2 probably means _.Awords BbodyCthoughts Dattitude33How did Tara know more about Mr. Dan?AFrom a news reporter. BFrom a stranger.CFrom a shop assistant. DFrom his nei
15、ghbor.34What can we learn from the story?AGiving makes a real difference.BIt is important to respect each other.CWe should not judge a person at first sight.DGood things will happen if one keeps trying. The STAR Eco Station is an environmental science museum, a wildlife rescue center, and a shelter
16、for endangered and illegally-traded foreign animals confiscated （没收）by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It carries out the mission “Preservation through Education ”by educating visitors about the preservation of the environment and the inter-dependence of all living things.Field tripsSTAR Eco Sta
17、tion hosts field trips for schools and camps throughout Southern California. Each field trip lasts two hours, consisting of a one-hour gathering and a one-hour tour of the facility, with lessons associated with California State Science Standards.Throughout the field trip, students learn about the la
18、test developments in environmental protection and the ways in which wildlife interacts with various ecosystems. The students also receive an up-close and hands-on experience with our rescued foreign wildlife. The tour includes different environmental exhibits that showcase the ways students can help
19、 protect animals in the wild.Field trips are offered on weekdays only, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or 12 p.m.-2 p.m. The rate is $6 per visitor, both child and adult, with a $120 minimum. We offer one free adult per 10 children for groups of 40 or more. Maximum capacity is 120 people per field trip.Public
20、toursGuided tours of the STAR Eco Station introduce visitors to over two hundred rescued foreign wildlife. Each tour is led by an Eco Station staff member, and features fun animal facts, hands-on animal encounters, surprising rescue stories, environmental exhibits, and original approaches to going g
21、reen. Visitors may only see the animals on a guided tour, for both your safety and the safety of our animals.The guided tour lasts approximately 45-60 minutes. Visitors are served on a first-come, first-served basis. No reservations are required. However, tours may sell out. We suggest larger groups
22、 schedule a private tour.Note:Our regular public tours times are subject to change without notice Please call in advance for the most up-to-date information35The STAR Eco Station aims to_.Ahelp research wildlife abroadBcollect money for animal sheltersCraise awareness of wildlife protectionDprovide
23、a knowledge of unusual animals36What can students do during a field trip?AMake a speech on the environment.BTake part in foreign wildlife rescue.CGet to know why species get endangered.DLearn how living things affect each other.37For a guided tour, visitors should know that_.Alarge groups are served
24、 first Bit is available on weekdaysCits time could change Dbooking is needed One of my all time favorite holiday destinations is the Gold Coast. With its beautiful beaches, mountain hinterland and theme parks, the variety from one location to another is fantastic! And its also important that its lik
25、e a playground for my children.The Gold Coast certainly offers something for every member of our family. We all love heading down to the beach for an early morning swim or surf. The beaches feature some of the softest golden sand and pumping waves, making them ideal for surfing. Safety is important
26、especially when Im out with the kids, and I feel better knowing that lifeguards are continually on patrol（巡逻）. The long coas also offer the perfect setting for a leisurely walk at sunset-a favorite activity of mine.Then, of course, theres the bargain-hunting in the citys center. For shoppings goers
27、there are amazing shopping centers boutiques and the usual chain stores. I always pick up loads of goodies at Pacific Fair.The Gold Coast is popular for its theme parks-Sea World, Wamer Bros Movie World and Dream World. The seal and dolphin presentations at Sea World keep both children and adults on the e
