1 . When my son was eleven years old, he came home from school in tears one day. A couple of the older kids bullied (欺负) him at the bus stop. Rob wanted to stay home from school, so he wouldn’t have to meet the boys.
We called the school. “We’ll be happy to call the boys’ parents,” We were told, “And you should call the police.” “We don’t know what we will do yet.” I said. I felt that calling the police was a choice to be used when everything else failed, and I wanted first to consider other ways of dealing with the situation, I asked him to hold off calling the boys’ parents.
The next day was Saturday. Rob happened to look our of the window and said in fer, “There are the boys who beat me up!” Two older boys were standing in front of our house, as if they were waiting for Rob to step outside.
My wife Bev opened the door and said with a smile, “Hi guys. Would you like some ice cream?” They looked at each other in puzzlement. But they were teenagers, after all, so one of them said, “Sure. Why not?”
Bev quickly introduced herself, Rob’s younger brothers and me. She even introduced Rusty, the dog. “And I think you already know Rob,” She said. Her idea was to help them to see that Rob was a person, not a target. He had a family and even owned a family pet.
Bev drew the boys into chat while we ate ice cream. After a few minutes, she said, “I know there’s been some trouble at the bus stop. I think there may be a misunderstanding.” They nodded that there had indeed been trouble at the bus stop. She continued, “Maybe we can talk about the misunderstanding, so you can be friends.” We talked until the ice cream was finished. Finally the boys apologized.
Understanding is a difficult task. It may be easier to control conflict by force than to find a way to cooperate. Force can calm a situation. But understanding leads to peace.
1. Why didn’t the writer call the police?A.He feared his son would be bullied again. |
B.He meant to try some other ways to solve it first. |
C.The police wouldn’t take the bullying seriously. |
D.The school promised to call the boys’ parents. |
A.They couldn’t refuse the attraction of ice cream. |
B.They could be cheated into telling the truth. |
C.They dared to face any challenges bravely. |
D.They were too young to understand the invitation. |
A.To give the dog to the boys as a gift. |
B.To advise the boys to have a family pet. |
C.To expect the boys to treat Rob kindly. |
D.To show off the wealth of the family. |
A.fond of children |
B.angry with the boys |
C.skilled at making ice cream |
D.good at making peace |
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4 . People in Melbourne can find amazing art galleries featuring a wide selection of local and international talent in every corner of the city. Here is our list of the best galleries in Melbourne.
National Gallery of VictoriaThis grand modernist building is Australia’s oldest and most popular art gallery. This title has been won thanks to the gallery’s outstanding and various permanent (永久的) collections and wonderful visiting collections. It often organises exhibitions and other events, which are all popular among visitors. Besides, its Tea Room and Garden Restaurant provide good service.
Honey Bones GalleryThis gallery is run by artists, and for artists. Its group shows often feature upwards of 40 to 50 artists and are known to draw nearly 1,500 visitors. What makes it special is that every artist receives equal treatment there. The gallery usually works with rising early-career talent and provides instructions to help them learn how to produce successful shows.
Heide Museum of Modern ArtFounded in 1981, the museum houses a number of modern and contemporary (当代的)artworks. It’s made up of three core buildings —Heide I, II and III, among which Heide II is an award-winning building. There’re also some large gardens, a special park and a cafe for visitors to enjoy themselves.
Footscray Community Arts CentreThis is a centre for cultural expression and community involvement (参与) and has been existing since 1974. The centre is suitable for everyone, from curious visitors to well-known artists. You can enjoy exhibitions about West Melbourne and the broader global community. The centre offers a range of training programs if you show an interest in art. There’re also film screenings, art workshops and performances, so you can check its website to keep up with what’s going on.
1. What is National Gallery of Victoria known for?A.Works by award-winning artists. | B.Its high-quality customer service. |
C.Its traditional building style. | D.A wide range of collections. |
A.Heide Museum of Modern Art. | B.Honey Bones Gallery. |
C.National Gallery of Victoria. | D.Footscray Community Arts Centre. |
A.It holds online exhibitions. | B.It offers a place for picnics. |
C.It organises a variety of activities. | D.It is run by a local community. |
A.cure | B.opportunity | C.energy | D.satisfaction |
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8 . My son turned 14 and didn’t have a smartphone. He was the only kid in his class without one. When he asked for a phone, I
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9 . Earlier this year Rodney Smith Jr. made headlines (头条) when he drove eight hours from his home in Huntsville, Alabama, to cut the lawn for an elderly soldier in North Carolina who couldn’t find anyone to help him with his yard work.
That wasn’t the first time the twenty-nine-year-old Bermuda native had gained such attention. To do his good deeds (好事), Rodney often finds leads for those in need through social media.
Back to one August afternoon in 2015, Rodney Smith Jr. was driving home. That’s when Rodney saw an elderly man struggling to mow (修剪) his lawn (草坪). He would take a couple of shaky steps, using the handle to secure himself, stop, then slowly push the mower (割草机)again. Rodney decided to help. Mr. Brown thanked him greatly, and Rodney went home feeling satisfied.
Sitting at his computer to do his homework, Rodney couldn’t get Mr. Brown out of his mind. There must be many Mr. Browns out there. He went online and posted that he would mow lawns for free for senior citizens. Messages flooded in.
One day a cancer-battling woman said she wasn’t having a good day. Rodney decided to do more than mowing lawns. After he finished mowing, he knocked on her door. “You’re going to win this fight, Madam”, he said. Then he asked folks to pray for her on social media.
Word of Rodney’s mission spread. A grandmother in Ohio said he’d encouraged her 12-year-old grandson to mow lawns. He got a letter from a seven-year-old boy in Kansas. “Mr. Rodney, I would like to be a part of your program, and I’ll make you proud,” he wrote.
That gave Rodney an idea. In 2017, he decided to establish a programme Raising Men Lawn Care Service to make a national movement for young people. The kids learn the joy of giving back.
Yard work seems like a small, simple thing, but taking care of the lawn means a lot to the people they do it for. “When we mow their yards for free, they can use the money for healthcare and food etc. It means more than you would think,” Rodney said.
1. Rodney drew attention for his ______.A.mowing skills | B.dream | C.driving distance | D.generosity |
A.To comfort her. | B.To pray for her. |
C.To share gardening tips. | D.To ask about her health. |
A.Social media. | B.Personal success. |
C.Daily inspiration. | D.People’s courage. |
A.Giving Free, Gaining Fortune |
B.Mowing a Lawn, Making a Life |
C.Serving the Senior, Satisfying the Self |
D.Changing a little, Challenging the Limits |
A.familiar | B.particular | C.religious | D.inspiring |