Many families take their children on vacation. They will usually travel for a few days or weeks during school breaks. But Julie and Tim Smith have planned a longer vacation with their two children. The Smith family is on a one-year trip around the world .They plan to visit 30 countries in all. Right now, the four travelers are about halfway through their trip.
Ms. Smith says they are trying to see as much of their world as they can. Mr. Smith says one of the most interesting experiences of the trip has been meeting new people. He says people have been extremely friendly, very welcoming and love their kids. Eleven-year-old Tyler says he has enjoyed learning about the people they have met. He says, “I learned in Africa that people have very different lifestyles than in America."His sister, 9.year-old Kara, discovers that she likes Thai food. Ms. Smith says that the trip teaches the children a lot.
It took the family a year to prepare for the trip. They had to sell their house and cars. Ms. Smith left her job and her husband is using unpaid leave. They carry small bags filled with lightweight clothing and whatever else they need. Ms. Smith says she enjoys being able to carry everything she needs on her back. .She says she does not miss the things she has back home. “What has become more important is making these memories as a family and taking ”those” with us instead.”
The Smiths will continue to head east for the next six months.
1. In what way is the Smith family’s trip different from many others’ according to Paragraph1?| A．They take their children on vacation. |
| B．They travel around the world for a year with children. |
| C．They travel during school breaks with children. |
| D．They travel for a few weeks with children. |
| A．Living in Africa. | B．learning different Lifestyles in America. |
| C．Having Thai food. | D．Learning about the people they have met. |
| A．They left their jobs. | B．It took the Smith family a year. |
| C．They sold their house and cars. | D．They put lightweight clothing in small bags. |
| A．The small bags they carry. | B．The memories of the family. |
| C．The things on her back. | D．The things back home. |
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【推荐1】Growing up, I understood one thing about my dad: He knew everything. In my teen years, he taught me things I’d need to know to survive in the real world: how to drive a stick shift, how to check the car tyre’s (轮胎) pressure, and the correct knife to use to cut a cantaloupe.
When I moved out on my own, I called him at least once a week, usually when something broke in my apartment and I needed to know how to fix it: the toilet, the air-conditioning, the wall, once, when I threw a shoe at a terrifying spider.
But then, eventually, I needed him less. I got married, and my husband had most of the knowledge I lacked about gutter (排水沟) cleaning and water heaters and nondestructive insect removal. For everything else, we had Google. I didn’t know when it happened, but our conversations turned into six words when I called. Me: “Hi, Dad.” Him: “Hi, sweet. Here’s Mom.”
I loved my dad, of course, but I wondered at times if maybe he had already shared everything I needed to know. Maybe I’d heard all his stories. Maybe, after knowing a man for 40 years, there’s nothing left to say. Then, two summers ago, my husband, our four kids and I moved in with my parents for three weeks while our house was being painted. They owned a lake house, and my dad asked me to help him rebuild the bulkhead (舱壁). It was a hard and manual job. We got wet and sandy. But as we put the new bulkhead together piece by piece, my dad knew exactly what went where. I looked at him, “How do you know how to build a bulkhead?” “I spent a summer in college building it on the Jersey Shore.”
“You did?” I thought I knew everything about my dad, but I never knew this. I realized that maybe it’s not that there’s nothing left to say. Maybe it’s just that I’ve spent my life asking him the wrong questions. That day, my dad talked about what he had learned and what he could do excitedly. We chatted and chatted for a long time.
A few weeks later, after my family and I moved back into our painted house, I called my parents. “Hi, sweets,” he said. “Here’s Mom.” “Wait, Dad,” I said. “How are you?” We ended up talking about everything he was working on. To anyone else, it would sound like a normal conversation between a dad and his daughter. But to me, it was novel and a new beginning. I spent the first part of my life needing to talk to my dad. Now I talk to him because I want to.
1. Why did the author feel that she needed to call her dad before she got married?| A．She called to make sure he was pleased. | B．She wanted to talk to him for knowledge. |
| C．She knew her parents missed her so much. | D．She was asked to call him once a week. |
| A．Her father was old and he didn’t keep up with the world. |
| B．Her father always thought he was right in everything. |
| C．She didn’t have more to learn from him than she thought. |
| D．She spent her younger ages asking him too many questions. |
| A．The author’s mother is answering the phone. | B．The author’s mother knows what has happened. |
| C．He will give the phone to the author’s mother. | D．He finds the author’s mother sweet and kind. |
| A．Creative and faithful. | B．Selfless and brave. |
| C．Inspiring and generous. | D．Loving and experienced. |
【推荐2】Barbara and I were having dinner with four friends of ours. As the evening progressed, one friend talked about his struggle with a sister, who, at the age of 30, often quarreled with him. That prompted another friend to share how his brother was over dependent on his 70-year-old mother. He explained that he didn’t know how his brother would survive after his mother died. Another friend shared a situation with his 40-year-old sister who didn’t have a job and was regularly financially rescued by them. A fourth friend complained about a sibling (兄弟姐妹) who at 35 couldn’t make a basic decision and spent most of his time going to watch motor racing. By the time we finished dessert, I commented, "I wonder if this is just what occurs in most families?'
And then, as Barbara and I drove home, the thought struck me: the problem with families is that all of us come from one!
Adult sibling relationships in families are like the weather-stormy at times, unpredictable and destructive. You may have a distant relationship with a sister. Perhaps you and your brother are no longer in contact with each other. Whatever your situation, I’d like to offer a couple of thoughts that might help you weather the storm.
Everyone comes from a less than perfect family. So you are not alone in dealing with your family relationships. The question is this: how will we respond to a sibling who is not making wise choices?
First, stop trying to change your sibling. At some point, you may have to let him or her be who he or she is. Second, give up your “911” job in your sibling’s life. If you have a tendency to take responsibility for his or her life by rescuing him or her, resign from that role. Third, ask for help from some friends. Gather a couple of wise friends and ask them to give you some guidance. Finally, if your sibling continues making unwise choices, a formal intervention by family members may be necessary.
1. Why does the author mention his friends’ experiences in paragraph 1?| A．To make a comparison. | B．To introduce the topic. |
| C．To present his observation. | D．To show sympathy for them. |
| A．They liked complaining to the author very much. |
| B．They all had close relationships with their siblings. |
| C．They were always dissatisfied with their personal life. |
| D．They were all facing difficult situations with their siblings. |
| A．Predict storms and bad weather. |
| B．Find a safe place to hide from a storm. |
| C．Gather a group of friends to get some guidance. |
| D．Improve your relationships with your adult siblings. |
| A．Take action to stop him. | B．Just leave him alone. |
| C．Take charge of his life. | D．Call “911” for help. |
【推荐3】“I have cancer.” Mom said and held me in a tight hug. I could feel her chest shaking as she tried not to cry but failed.
For all of my twenty-four years, my mom had been supportive. Strength and protection had always flowed from her to me. Now I knew it would have to flow the other way.
Mom didn’t stay down for long. After the shock of breast-cancer, she armed herself with a notebook and a pen and a thousand questions for the doctors. She took notes on white blood cell counts (白细胞数量) and medications (药物) with long names as though she were studying for entrance exams into medical school. “The not-knowing is the worst.” she said.
The operation was successful. The chemo (化疗) was the harder part. I went with Mom to every chemo treatment. She rarely complained, though her hair was gone and her toenails and fingernails fell out one by one. She joked that she could save money on nail polish and put it toward the doctor bills, even though she never wore nail polish. “Cancer can take my hair, my nails, my health, my very life. But it can’t take my smile.” Mom said.
Mom learned to share her fears with me, and it formed an even deeper bond (纽带) between us. Yet I am certain there were fears she didn’t share because she was still protecting me—worries she only shared with Dad. Even in the darkest hours, she would just joke about the cancer. Mom always said, “When you look your greatest fear in the eye and laugh at it, you take away some of its power.”
Mom was one of the lucky ones. She did beat her cancer, though not without scars. From her, I’ve learned I may not get to choose what I face, but I do get to choose how I face it.
1. What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 2 mean?| A．There were other ways to treat cancer. |
| B．I should be the one being there for Mom. |
| C．Mom had to stay stronger to beat cancer. |
| D．Knowledge of cancer would be helpful. |
| A．Humorous and creative. |
| B．Caring and knowledgeable. |
| C．Honest and intelligent. |
| D．Optimistic and determined. |
| A．The ways Mom faced fear. |
| B．The fear Mom shared with me. |
| C．The jokes Mom told me. |
| D．The bond Mom and I formed. |
| A．Luck counts in beating diseases. |
| B．Positive attitudes get one through hardship. |
| C．Complaint does no good to one’s health. |
| D．Sharing feelings helps reduce sufferings a lot. |
【推荐1】Seasonal city breaks: 4 of the best pre-Christmas European getaways to start your festive spirit.
Zagreb, Croatia
The Croatian capital takes the Christmas seriously, with street decorations, outdoor concerts and a traditional Christmas market. Most of the action is centred on Ban Josip Jelacic Square, which has a history of more than 3 centuries, and European Square. The two squares have market stands and live music performances given by popular musicians.
The recommended hotel: President Pantovcak — Doubles: £200 (a parent and a kid with a 10% discount)
Malaga, Spain
Start your day at the Casa Aranda before diving into the Atarazanas Market. In the afternoon, take your pick of the city’s cultural spots the Picasso Museum, or the Centre Pompidou Malaga. Then head to Calle Marques de Larios, the main shopping place, at dusk when the Christmas lights are switched on: the sight attracts visitors from all over Spain.
The recommended hotel: Room Mate Larios — Doubles: £250 (a parent and a kid with a 20% discount)
Le Touquet, France
From 30 November, the trees lining the avenues of this city are decorated with fairy lights, and there are facilities, like a skating spot and horse-drawn carriage rides. The pedestrianized (步行的) street Rue St. Jean is lined with stores selling everything from chocolates to jewellery. Join the locals in gathering cheese at the Marche Couvert and wines at the excellent Le Touquet-Vins.
The recommended hotel: Hotel Bristol — Doubles: £180 (a parent and a kid with a 10% discount)
Aarhus, Denmark
Head to the Latin Quarter for independent stores, cafes and a great Christmas market. Shop for Scandi homeware (家居用品) and fashion on Stroget, the city’s important shopping street, before heading to the rooftop of the historic Sailing Department store, for a glass of wine with views of the city lit up for Christmas.
The recommended hotel: The Mayor Hotel — Doubles: £200 (a parent and a kid with a 20% discount)
1. What can we know about Ban Josip Jelacic Square and European Square?| A．They have a very long history. |
| B．They offer concerts and stands. |
| C．They are attractive to those fond of quietness. |
| D．They are the most attractive places in Croatia. |
| A．They both have lots of entertainment facilities. |
| B．They both have a lot of well-known museums. |
| C．They both have a large variety of stores. |
| D．They are both famous for their culture and tasty foods. |
| A．President Pantovcak. | B．Room Mate Larios. |
| C．Hotel Bristol. | D．The Mayor Hotel. |
【推荐2】The Empire State Building is one of the most popular attractions in New York City, both for the tour and history of the building. Our Empire State Building facts include NYC Insider tips and the best ways to tour this world-famous icon, whether you are short on time or budget.
Empire State Building Hours
The main entrance to the Empire State Building is on Fifth Avenue between 33rd & 34th Streets. All Visitors must use this entrance and there is often a wait just to get in the building. The Empire State Building Observatory is open from 8:00 a. m. to 2:00 a. m. 7 days a week. Last elevators go up at 1:15 a.m.
Empire State Building Tour Facts
The ESB offers two observatories, the 86th floor and the 102nd floor.
86th Floor Observatory (indoor and outdoor)
1,050 feet (320 meters), reached by high speed, automatic elevators, it has a glass-enclosed area, which is heated in winter and cooled in summer. High powered binoculars (双筒望远镜) are available for the convenience of visitors at a minimal cost.
102nd Floor Observatory (indoor only)
Tickets are only sold upon arrival at the Empire State Building at a cost of $15.00 in addition to regular admission tickets.
Empire State Building Tickets
Regular — $38 adult, $32 ages 6-12, under 5 free.
Express Pass — $65 all visitors ages 6+
Buying your tickets before you go to New York saves you time. When buying tickets, you can opt for regular tickets or express tickets. You can also buy a discount pass for free entrance. If you want to visit the 102nd floor, you can get tickets which include dinner at STATE Grill and Bare.
1. What can we learn from the second paragraph?| A．You can enter the building through three entrances. |
| B．A large number of visitors are attracted by the building. |
| C．Visitors are not allowed to take elevators after 1:00 a.m. |
| D．The Empire State Building is closed on weekends. |
| A．It is located at a height of 1,050 meters. |
| B．It is a bit colder outside than inside. |
| C．The binoculars can be used free of charge. |
| D．Visitors can enjoy the view of NYC outdoors. |
| A．$76. | B．$64. |
| C．$130. | D．$103. |
If you plan to make a trip to the Magic Kingdom without kids，try to visit on a school day to avoid the largest crowds. If you need to visit during a school vacation，try at least to avoid the week between Christmas and New Year and the Fourth of July.
If you are not staying at a Disney World hotel，avoid visiting the Magic Kingdom on its Extra Magic Hours days，as Disney’s hotel guests get into the park early on those days，and visitors who arrive at the Magic Kingdom’s normal opening time have to wait for a long time.
Before you go：Buy your Walt Disney World tickets online at Disney World’s website. For advice on picking the right ticket，see our guide to Disney World tickets.
You will also need to call in advance to make lunch and/or dinner reservations(预定). Disney accepts reservations up to 180 days in advance，but you need contact 1－407－WDW－DINE.
When you get there：Plan to arrive at the Magic Kingdom’s front gate before the park opens in the morning. Keep in mind that to reach the Magic Kingdom，you must park at Disney World’s Transportation and Ticket Center parking lot，ride at tram to the TTC，then take a ferry boat across the Seven Seas Lagoon to the Magic Kingdom. It makes for a fantastic approach，but takes extra time. Give yourself an extra hour in the summer and half an hour during the school year.
1. For an adult，the best time to visit the Magic Kingdom is ________.
| A．on the weekend |
| B．on a school day |
| C．during a school holiday |
| D．around Christmas |
| A．buy your Walt Disney World tickets |
| B．get advice on ticket buying |
| C．get in touch with the guide to the park |
| D．make reservations for meals in the park |
| A．introduce the history of the Magic Kingdom |
| B．introduce the attractions in the Magic Kingdom |
| C．give advice on making a trip to the Magic Kingdom |
| D．attract more visitors to the Magic Kingdom |
【推荐1】Cats don’t live by the rules, and spend most of their time just doing what they want. For the cat owner Zack King, his cat Billy’s life was enigmatic. Free-spirited felines(猫类) who like to spend time outdoors are often gone for hours at a time, leaving their owners wondering where they’ve been or what they’ve been up to. However, King soon discovered that his beloved cat was serving as a “postcat”.
Billy comes and goes as he pleases through a cat door. One day in October, when Billy was inside, King noticed a folded piece of paper covered in a plastic wrap in his collar. King carefully unwrapped it and was surprised to find a note from his neighbors. “Your cat likes to come to visit us when he is outside,” it read. “He will sit at the door and run into our house. We have no idea where he comes from. He always wants people to give him lots of scratches(挠痒). What’s his name? Does he have an owner?”
King wrote a note back, attached it to Billy’s collar, and hoped it would make it to the original sender. “We’re so glad he’s making friends with the neighbors,” it read. “His name is Billy.” It wasn’t long before Billy came back with another note, and now months later, the neighbors are still pen friends. “We both like watching movies online and cooking at home,” King said. “We have no idea what the neighbors look like. We could ask for details but there’s no need—it’s nice to have some privacy sometimes.”
“I was frustrated as the nights got colder and darker. Billy is spending more time indoors and sweet exchanges have become less frequent,” he says. “To be honest, a closed door and a sensitive alarm can ensure the safety of our houses. But they can prevent neighbors from having healthy friendships. To break the ice, we just need a cat and a note.”
1. What does the underlined word “enigmatic” mean in paragraph 1?| A．Mysterious. | B．Boring. | C．Tough. | D．Ordinary. |
| A．To know the identity of the cat. | B．To express his dislike of the cat. |
| C．To express his thanks for the cat. | D．To ask King to take the cat back. |
| A．King has met with his neighbors before. |
| B．King hopes to thank the neighbors in person. |
| C．King shares common hobbies with his neighbors. |
| D．King has communicated with his neighbors online. |
| A．We should make friends with neighbors. |
| B．We should ensure the safety of our houses. |
| C．We should respect the privacy of neighbors. |
| D．We should keep pets to stay safe and healthy. |
Vain attempts to imitate others no longer will I make． Instead will I place my uniqueness on display in the market place． I will begin now to highlight my differences; hide my similarities．
I am rare, and therefore I am valuable． I am the end product of thousands of years of evolution; therefore, I am better equipped in both mind and body than all the emperors and wise men before me．
But my skills, my mind, my heart, and my body will weaken, rot, and die for fear that I put them to good use． I have unlimited potential． Only a tiny part of my brain do I employ; only a small amount of my muscle do I apply．
So never again will I be satisfied with yesterday's accomplishments nor will I lose myself, anymore, in self-praise for deeds which in reality are too small to even acknowledge． I can accomplish far more than I have, and I will． I am not on this earth by chance． I am here for a purpose and that purpose is to grow into a mountain, not to shrink to a grain of sand． Henceforth(从今往后) will I apply all my efforts to become the highest mountain of all and I will strain my potential until it cries for mercy．
I will increase my knowledge of mankind, myself, and the goods I sell． I will practice, and improve, and polish the words I speak to multiply my sales, for this is the foundation on which I will build my career． Also will I seek constantly to improve my manners and graces, for they are the sugar to which all are attracteD．
I have been given eyes to see and a mind to think and now I know a great secret of life that all my problems, discouragements, and heartaches are, in truth, great opportunities in disguise． I am nature’s greatest miracle． And nature knows not defeat． Eventually, she achieves victory and so will I, and with each victory the next struggle becomes less difficult．
1. It can be inferred from the text that the author is most probably a(n) _________．
| A．robot |
| B．soldier |
| C．salesman |
| D．athlete |
| A．Intelligent, calm and content． |
| B．Confident, modest and realistic． |
| C．Independent, cold and aggressive． |
| D．Ambitious, confident and optimistic． |
| A．Knowledge of mankind． |
| B．Speaking skills． |
| C．Prediction of the market． |
| D．sense of victory． |
| A．Nature’s greatest miracle |
| B．The power of being different |
| C．The great secret of life |
| D．Great opportunities in disguise |
【推荐3】On May 21, 2022, Tom Turcich of New Jersey became the 10th person to walk around the world. Over seven years, he walked 48,000 kilometers across six continents and 38 countries, most of which with his dog Savannah.
Speaking to CNN, Turcich explained that after a friend died in an accident at age 17, he started to look at life differently and decided to go on a journey around the world. It took over eight years of saving and planning before Turcich finally left his home on April 2, 2015, just before his 26th birthday, on his way to Panama. He had a stroller to carry his hiking equipment: a sleeping bag, a laptop, a camera and a box of food.
About four months into the journey, Turcich adopted Savannah from an animal shelter in Texas. She joined him for the rest of the trip, becoming the first dog to walk around the world. The pair walked around 30 — 40 kilometers a day, spending most nights camping. Some parts could not be done on foot, however, such as when Turcich and Savannah took a boat from Uruguay to Antarctica. In late 2017, Turcich had to return home to recover from an illness he got while traveling through Ireland and the UK.
He and Savannah started walking again in May 2018, going through Europe, North Africa and Turkey before getting stuck in Azerbaijan for six months because of the COVID-19 pandemic. They were able to travel to Kyrgyzstan before taking a plane to Seattle. From there, he and Savannah walked back to New Jersey.
Turcich said the most difficult place to walk through was “deserted” Wyoming. Now that he’s back home, Turcich says he wants to stay in one place for a while, and write a book about his trip.
1. What led to Turcich’s decision to walk around the world?| A．The death of his friend at an early age. | B．His different attitude towards travelling. |
| C．His thoughtful plan before a birthday. | D．The adoption of Savannah from a shelter. |
| A．They spent most of the nights in hotels during the trip. |
| B．Their trip was once interrupted due to Turcich’s illness. |
| C．The most challenging place for them was Azerbaijan. |
| D．Their journey has been recorded in Turcich’s book. |
| A．Creative and curious. | B．Brave and determined. |
| C．Caring and intelligent. | D．Humorous and ambitious. |
| A．To persuade people to travel with a reliable animal. |
| B．To motivate young people to take a worldwide walking trip. |
| C．To emphasize the importance of an unforgettable travel experience. |
| D．To share a story about a man and a dog’s walking around the world. |
【推荐1】In my time here at Carleton College, I’ve picked up many valuable pieces of advice from others, and have come up with a few of my own. With my time here drawing to a close, here’s two of the most valuable ones I wish I had known as a freshman .
First, don’t expect to join all the clubs here. Taking part in them is good, but the workload here is too heavy and time with your friends is too limited to devote yourself to a million and one clubs. Find a couple of things you dig, and you’ll find yourself much happier than if you had spent your time joining every single organization that sounds somewhat interesting to you. Also, don’t always think of your free time in terms of organizations you can join. Getting really good at something - an instrument, creative writing, cooking - is just as good a use of your free time, even if it might never be taken into any resume(简历).
Second, when Socrates said “Know Yourself”, he was talking about your sleep schedule. You can fool yourself into thinking that an 8:30 a. m. class in the winter is the perfect way to get your day started, but you soon may find yourself emailing the teacher with excuses for being absent. Scheduling all your classes afternoon is sometimes equally deadly; you might just end up going out the night before knowing you can safely sleep in. I’ve found that the way to take classes is to load them in the middle of the day; nothing before 9:50 a. m., nothing after 3:10 p. m.
1. Who is probably the author of the text?| A．A school headmaster. | B．A graduating student. |
| C．A university teacher. | D．A freshman at Carleton. |
| A．make a hole in | B．work hard on |
| C．research into | D．are fond of |
| A．Getting apart-time job. |
| B．Join clubs that seem interesting. |
| C．Take up a few hobbies. |
| D．Prepare a resume as early as possible. |
| A．In the evening. | B．In the afternoon. |
| C．From8：30a.m.to9：50a.m.. | D．From9：50a.m.to3：10p.m.. |
【推荐2】Special boxes lie at the bottom of my locked filing cabinet. Deposited there are important letters and cards collected throughout my life, from my grandparents, school friends, parents, wife and son. Since the invention of e-mail though, they’ve been few and far between.
Tonight is New York’s Eve 2029 and there’s a very special box of letters I want to look at. But first there’s something I have to do – The Ritual(惯例).
I go to my trusted computer and start. I begin to type: Dear -- . I leave the name blank for now, anticipating the thrill of typing it in. “I hope you are well and I wonder how this will find you. And you still planning to move to that villa in Portugal? Did your son marry Fiona? Is your mother still alive? Questions surge into my mind.
For the next two hours I sit writing. About what I’ve been doing for the last year, my failing health, my increasing wealth and sometime difficult marriage. Then about my goals and ambitions. Will he be interested? Do I climb Mt. Kilimanjaro? Do I get that novel published? the one that’s been rejected more times than I carte to think about.
Finally, it’s finished. 11:30 pm. I fill in the recipient’s name, print my letter, sign and address it and then seal it up with tape. I then delete the document and empty the trash folder – to avoid the possibility of temptation. That completes the ritual!
I walk over to my “special box”. It contains ten long, white, thick envelopes, all with the same handwriting. I place the one I have just written in at the back and take out the one at the front. It’s dated 2019, and labelled “to be opened 31st December 2029”.
The cycle is finally complete! I open it, trembling with anticipation. I begin to read, my eyes tearing up a little as I do so. Throughout the last ten long, eventful years, of life, death, joy and heartbreak, it has been waiting patiently in this box for me, though I now have no memory of ever having written it.
1. Why does the author receive fewer “important letters” these days ?| A．He has moved from his original address. |
| B．He is rarely in contact with his friends and family. |
| C．People communicate with each other less often than before. |
| D．Electronic communication has largely replaced physical letters. |
| A．The author himself. |
| B．The author’s son. |
| C．The author’s school friend. |
| D．The author’s book publisher. |
| A．So that no one else will be able to read it. |
| B．So that he won’t read it ahead of schedule. |
| C．Because he decides at last not to send it. |
| D．Because he wants forget what has happened. |
| A．Relieved | B．Moved |
| C．Excited | D．Afraid |
【推荐3】Recently, a woman who lives in a small apartment in San Francisco asked me a question. She wanted to know how to prepare for a big earthquake. In fact, it’s quite necessary for people in San Francisco to do that. Since she lives in an apartment, she cannot store water in a backyard or place a rain collection system. Here is my answer to her.
Firstly, you should store water and food. Storing water is actually very easy. A gallon per day is enough for you to drink. You can buy one of those 5-gallon spring water containers and put it in the kitchen. Check the expiration date (截止日期), and get some new water when needed. Food isn’t that hard, either. Get a few cans of soup, some canned fruit, and canned chickpeas or beans. Make sure they all can be eaten without heating. This will cost less than DS|20 and take up very little space in your kitchen. Throw a cheap canopener in there while you’re at it, tape (用胶带粘贴) it to the can, and forget about that one, too.
Secondly, first aid is going to let you stay out of limited medical facilities (装备), allowing you to avoid getting truly injured. In a big disaster, you’ll probably get hurt. Being able to clean and protect a skin wound is important. The Red Cross first-aid kit is cheap (DS|16) and small, and contains what you need.
Finally, information is almost as important as the other two. You really want a small radio to know what is going on around you. There are going to be shelters, first-aid facilities, and safe and unsafe areas. You need a radio to know where they are. The National Guard will be somewhere helping out, and you need to learn where. The network will probably be down, so you can’t count on that.
Therefore, you just need DS|60 and about 30 minutes of shopping, and then you can survive for 3 days without any help.
1. What was the woman’s problem?| A．She was afraid of big earthquakes. |
| B．She didn’t have a backyard to store her things. |
| C．She didn’t know how to prepare for a big earthquake. |
| D．She didn’t know how to set up a rain collection system. |
| A．buy another can-opener |
| B．just leave the can-opener there |
| C．forget everything she has done |
| D．tape the can-opener to the can |
| A．It’s not an easy thing to do. |
| B．It can’t be used to save a life |
| C．It’s important in an earthquake. |
| D．It’s too limited for people in a disaster. |
