I am writing to you seeking assistance with a problem I have run into with my Mommy. I received my Mommy in 2019 and was immediately pleased with the model. The first year, she worked great and satisfied my needs. However, over the last year, I’ve noticed some changes in her quality.
For example, she used to jump to rescue me whenever I cried and we'd rest in her room until morning. Now I receive a “Go back to sleep!” yell every time I attempt to enjoy her big bed for just one night. I understand the daily use of the big bed is a free gift in a limited period, but I thought that period was automatically extended until YEAR Three! Did I misunderstand the contract (合同)?
I’ve also noticed an increasing delay in my Mommy’s responses during daylight hours. Previously, a tearful scream would bring an immediate reaction and possible solutions including hugs and various funny faces intended to make me laugh, but now she only sighs and rolls her eyes at me when I throw myself on the floor. Have you found this to be a common problem with continued use?
Another cause for concern is my Mommy’s “translation ability”, which I find is increasingly problematic. She will ask me questions like, “Are you ready to wash your hair?” and I’ll always say, “No,” but somehow I still end up with a face full of shampoo every time. This is very frustrating!
Clearly, I’ve raised serious problems. I would suggest that you expand your research to improve the Mommy. In addition, I would appreciate it if you could remove some of the Mommy's most hurtful phrases like, “Just a minute,” “You need to wait,” and “Don’t eat that.”
I anxiously await any information about the automatic updates that might address the issues in my Mommy in the near future.
Sincerely,
Reese
1. We can infer from the text that the letter is written from the perspective (视角) of __________.| A．a child reaching primary school age. |
| B．a teenager going to high school. |
| C．a young child no more than three years old. |
| D．an adolescent having problems with Mommy. |
| A．She may leave the “writer” alone. | B．She may give some hugs. |
| C．She may make funny faces. | D．She may laugh at the "writer". |
| A．Because the Mommy keeps asking questions. |
| B．Because the Mommy doesn't do as the “writer” desires. |
| C．Because the Mommy always make mistakes in translating. |
| D．Because the Mommy doesn’t understand their conversation at all. |
| A．A contract that is mistaken. | B．Help! My Mommy is broken! |
| C．A study on the usage of the Mommy. | D．Can I return the Mommy? |
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Location. Is the gym you are looking at near your home or work?
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