On Saturday nights, A.J.Coston doesn’t get a lot of sleep. Usually three or four times a night, a loud bell rings, a red light flashes, and he has to jump out of his bed. That’s because he’s a weekend volunteer firefighter(消防员)with Loudoun County Fire and Rescue Station 13 in Northern Virginia. During the week, he lives at home with his mom, dad and sister and does his main job which is going to high school.
“I have always wanted to get into firefighting since I was a little kid watching fire trucks go by,” he says. “One day on the Internet I noticed that Loudoun County offered a junior firefighter program.” He was only 16, but he got it.
Fighting fires is dangerous work. Firefighters never stop practicing the skills they need to stay safe. Once Coston learned those skills, he was allowed to work inside burning buildings.
“Teamwork is most important,” he says. “It’s the whole team that puts the fire out.”
Firefighters feel great about helping people. “My most unbelievable call was probably the time four kids were struck by lightning,” says Coston. He will be off to college next fall, building on his dream job. “I’ll get my degree in emergency(紧急情况) medical care. and then work in a fire and rescue company for a while. I want to be a flight doctor on a helicopter in the end, but I will never forget the days as a firefighter. These are my unforgettable experiences,” he says.
【小题1】 Coston can’t sleep well on Saturday nights because _____.
A.he has to work part-time at weekends |
B.he has some sleeping problems |
C.he has to do his job as a volunteer firefighter |
D.he always worries that there may be a fire |
A.He doesn’t like studying at school. | B.He will go to college next year. |
C.He dreams to be a great hero one day. | D.He is only sixteen years old. |
A.Skills. | B.Teamwork. | C.Courage. | D.Equipment. |
A.Coston wanted to be a firefighter when he was a kid |
B.Coston tried several times before he became a volunteer firefighter |
C.firefighters feel proud that they can help people |
D.firefighters have to practice skills all the time to stay safe |
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On Saturday, millions of people around the world will celebrate Saint Patrick's Day, which honors Patron Saint (or main religious figure) of Ireland. Communities across the United States will host parades, parties, and other festivities to mark the occasion.
This year, cities like Boston, New York, and Chicago have organized massive events celebrating Saint Patrick's Day. In New York City, hundreds of thousands of people will gather to watch the Saint Patrick’s Day parade—the nation’s largest. It is one of the most watched parades in the world. Last year, almost 2 million spectators and more than 150,000 participants filled the streets. The parade, first held in 1776, is also one of the oldest.
Chicago also throws a big celebration. Every year, the Chicago River, which crosses the city, glows green as event organizers dump about 40 pounds of fluorescence, a powerful dye, into the water.
Boston keeps its parade rolling for three hours or more. It is the nation’s second-largest parade. The city will also salute one of its most famous former residents, President John F. Kennedy, by opening the exhibit "A Journey Home: John F. Kennedy and Ireland," at his official library.
Patron Saint lived in Britain in the early fifth century, when it was still part of the Roman Empire. He was captured and sold into slavery in Ireland when he was only 16.He eventually escaped slavery and turned to a life of religious devotion. He trained to become a minister and set out to spread Christianity throughout Ireland. After 30 years as a religious leader, Patrick died on March 17, 1461.Saint Patrick’s Day is always celebrated on March 17.In Ireland, it is an official holiday.
What’s the best title of the passage?
A.History of Saint Patrick’s Day B.An Official Holiday in US
C.The Largest Parade in the World D.Celebrations across the Country
What do you think is the official color of St. Patrick’s Day?
A.Green. B.Red. C.Black. D.Yellow.
The last paragraph is mainly about _____.
A.the cruel slave trade. B.Saint Patrick’s contribution.
C.activities during Saint Patrick’s Day D.Ireland’s Patron Saint
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SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Captain Good Fellow
Do your children enjoy interesting stories, funny games, and exciting dances? Captain Good Fellow will be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at 10:00, Free.
Walking Tour of the Town
Forget your worries on Saturday morning. Take a beautiful walk and learn about local history. Meet at the front entrance of City Hall at 9:30. Wear comfortable shoes!
Films at the Museum
Two European films will be shown Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre. See Broken Window at 1:30. The workers will be at 3:45. For further information, call 4987898
International Picnic
Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from all over the world. Delicious and not expensive. Noon to 5:00 pm.
Take Me out to the Ballgame
It’s October, and tonight is your last chance to see the Redbirds this year. Get your tickets at the gate. It might be cold;don’t forget sweaters and jackets.
Do You Want to Hear “The Zoo”
“The Zoo”, a popular rock group from Australia, will give their first US concert tomorrow night at 8:00 at Rose Hall, City College
You can probably eat Chinese, Italian, and Arab food____.
A. at the front entrance of City Hall B. at the Ballgame
C. at 5:00 pm D. at Central Park on Saturday
The Redbirds ballgame_____.
A. is in the afternoon B. is outside C. is at the gate D. might be cold
“The Zoo” is _____.
A. a park with lots of animals B. US concert
C. a music group D. going to give the concert at 8:00 am
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【小题1】What is Kelly Chan going to do?
A.To hold a concert. | B.To go on a diet. | C.To watch a game. | D.To make a dress. |
A.Russia | B.Japan | C.South Korea | D.America |
A.America has too many good athletes |
B.children shouldn’t have too many soft drink |
C.schools should organize more picnics |
D.most parents in America have health problem |
A.Kelly Chan has been dancing with 40 people |
B.Maria Sharapova has won the Japan Open 17 times |
C.soft drinks and fast food are really good for children’s health |
D.many American children have too much fast food and too little exercise |
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SPECIAL EVENTS THIS WEEKEND
Captain Good Fellow
Do you enjoy interesting stories ,funny games and exciting dances? Captain Good Fellow will be ready to teach all these things to children of all ages at the City Theatre on Saturday morning at,10:00,free.
Walking Tour of the Town
Forget your worries on Saturday morning.Take a beautiful walk and learn about the local history.Meet at the front entrance of City Hall at 9:30.Wear comfortable shoes!
Films at the Museum
Two European films will be shown Saturday afternoon at the Museum Theatre.See Broken Window at 1:30.The Workers will be at 3:45. For further information,call 4987898.
International Picnic
Are you tired of eating the same food every day? Come to Central Park on Saturday and enjoy food from all over the world.Delicious and inexpensive.From noon to 5:00 P.m.
Take me out to the Ballgame
It’s October,and tonight is the last chance to see the Redbirds his year.Get your tickets at the gate.It might be cold….Don’t forget sweaters and jackets.
Do you want to hear “the Zoo”?
“The Zoo”,the popular rock group from Australia,will give their first U.S.concert tomorrow night at 8 at Rose Hall,City College.
【小题1】You can probably eat Chinese,Italian,and Arabian food at .
A.Central Park on Saturday | B.the ballgame outside |
C.5:00 in the afternoon | D.the front entrance of City Hall |
A.the Citv College | B.the Central Park |
C.the City Theatre | D.the Museum Theatre |
A.your worries | B.your comfortable shoes |
C.your beautiful walk | D.your learning about local history |
A.a park with lots of animals | B.the first concert from the U.S. |
C.a music group from Australia | D.a popular rock band from Europe |
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2.只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
Our English club was set up two months ago.Now,we have members of 25.We met once a week on Saturday afternoon.So far,we have been conducted a variety of activities on English learning,such as watching English films,including a Christmas party and get together with the foreign students.Last week we held an English story-telling competition.We required that the entries would be original and interesting and be presented in English within five minutes.Every member took an actively part in it.Two foreign English teachers were invited to act as judge.At last,LiBing won the first place.Many members said that the activity benefited them many ways.
Not only did it improve their speaking English,but also it brought them more fun.They hope many such activities can be held.
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