37-year-old Casey Ryan felt very comfortable in the mountains of the Willamette National Forest in Eugene, Oregon. He knew its roads and hiking trails well from his time as a volunteer in a roadside clean-up crew. These days, he was often there photographing wildlife, and he almost always had his lightweight drone(无人机) with him. It was one of his favorite cameras.
Though weather conditions weren’t great that morning, Ryan decided to go on a short hike with his friend. Snow was common and Ryan felt he knew the area well enough. Still, as they drove along, the roads became icy. Ryan thought he might turn back, but after a truck passed them coming from the opposite direction, he felt safe enough to keep going. The roads must still be passable in that direction, he reasoned.
But it wasn’t long before the two men came across a woman who was stranded(滞留) along the mountain road. Ryan and his friend stopped to help her. Ryan tried to line up his truck’s rope to pull the woman’s car out —and ended up stuck in the same place.
The three tried for hours to dig the cars out, but the sun was setting fast. The temperature was dropping and the snow was turning to ice blocks around the tires. It was impossible to dig out.
Thirty miles from the closest town, their phones had no signal in such a low-lying(低洼的)area. Their car radio and walkie-talkies couldn’t transmit any signal far enough. The three travelers prepared to spend the night in their cars. The hikers had survival gear(装备) and food to share, so they weren’t terribly worried.
It was Ryan’s friend who, jokingly perhaps, brought up a news report he had seen about a man using a drone to send roses to his girlfriend living on the 10th floor to make a proposal (求婚).
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Looking at his drone, Ryan suddenly came up with an idea.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Ryan’s wife received his phone message and contacted a rescue team.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________2 . One morning, Huang Fulin, a local farmer, rode a motorcycle to the Lixinsha Bridge in Guangzhou. The bridge, is the main
The visibility was
The lorry driver, Wang Guoliang reversed his truck back and
Meanwhile, Huang
According to the official website, they will be awarded with the title of individuals who act bravely in a(n)
A.passage | B.commute | C.routine | D.district |
A.dusty | B.delicate | C.poor | D.clear |
A.fell down | B.dropped in | C.popped up | D.turned out |
A.explode | B.crack | C.destroy | D.shake |
A.pedestrian | B.lifeboat | C.truck | D.policeman |
A.effortlessly | B.continuously | C.suddenly | D.casually |
A.drove | B.parked | C.shaped | D.turned |
A.crossing | B.loading | C.blocking | D.blanketing |
A.vehicles | B.ambulance | C.passengers | D.passers-by |
A.uttered | B.reported | C.phoned | D.investigated |
A.posed | B.covered | C.made | D.placed |
A.assigned | B.delivered | C.followed | D.forced |
A.produced | B.edited | C.saved | D.posted |
A.attract | B.terrify | C.warn | D.expose |
A.incident | B.operation | C.friction | D.emergency |
3 . It was January 2016, when dark clouds hid the day. Jeremy and his girlfriend, Molei Wright, were
Henry, an officer on holiday trained in emergency medicine, was driving on the same road not far behind Jeremy and
A.hiking | B.driving | C.flying | D.camping |
A.like-minded | B.absent-minded | C.healthy-minded | D.open-minded |
A.remarkable | B.cautious | C.experienced | D.active |
A.organised | B.mannered | C.trained | D.matched |
A.acknowledged | B.investigated | C.expected | D.imagined |
A.hit | B.passed | C.blocked | D.approached |
A.controlled | B.stopped | C.rolling | D.accelerating |
A.jumped | B.turned | C.screamed | D.whistled |
A.thought | B.despair | C.silence | D.sleep |
A.drove away | B.turned over | C.hid away | D.pulled over |
A.determined | B.frightened | C.grateful | D.peaceful |
A.impatiently | B.swiftly | C.joyfully | D.effortlessly |
A.checked | B.clicked | C.covered | D.pounded |
A.in time | B.in turn | C.in vain | D.in place |
A.tale | B.record | C.miracle | D.comedy |
4 . A 17-year-old teenager who got lost while on a snowmobiling (摩托雪橇) trip in the Canadian wilderness was safely rescued on Saturday evening. He was found in good
Robert went snowmobiling that afternoon with his father James and his brother Peter near Mahood Lake. At some point, James stopped to
Trying to find a temporary
“This young man made our task a little less
A.taste | B.faith | C.company | D.condition |
A.tough | B.ordinary | C.silent | D.crucial |
A.treated | B.honored | C.mistaken | D.identified |
A.help | B.greet | C.encourage | D.protect |
A.warming | B.guiding | C.following | D.blaming |
A.crowded | B.even | C.magic | D.unfamiliar |
A.checked | B.trapped | C.wounded | D.rescued |
A.match | B.field | C.process | D.shadow |
A.job | B.shelter | C.volunteer | D.partner |
A.vehicle | B.message | C.key | D.package |
A.hesitantly | B.eventually | C.randomly | D.secretly |
A.showed up | B.turned around | C.looked up | D.hung around |
A.rewarding | B.boring | C.significant | D.difficult |
A.concepts | B.knowledge | C.chances | D.equipment |
A.unrealistic | B.noble | C.extreme | D.mature |
5 . A Virginia family whose home was destroyed by a fire last week recently received the gift of some old-fashioned Christmas cheer from “Santa Claus” (圣诞老人).
In the spirit of Christmas, the Ferrum Volunteer Fire Department delivered presents to the family who lost their home and belongings in a house fire on Thursday.
“It was a working structure fire and unfortunately the family lost everything. We as volunteers knew that we couldn’t let this mom and her three kids go through Christmas without anything,” the fire station wrote on Facebook. “Yes, they’re OK but it’s Christmas, right?”
The fire station officials delivered Christmas gifts to the mother and her three children the following day at the local church shelter they were staying at, and in photos posted on the site, the children appeared joyful.
“We brought gifts and more gifts! The kids were overjoyed and very grateful.” the station said on its post.
“They were very happy to see all the gifts and the fire trucks that we brought the gifts in,” the department told USA TODAY. The kids received Barbies, Pokémon, artworks, remote control cars, blankets, clothes and shoes. The mother also received a gift card.
The Facebook post was flooded with what seemed to be comments from community members touched by the generosity. “The best Christmas gifts are the ones you give! Thank you all for your wonderful service and your big hearts!” one user commented.
“So thankful they are alright! We are truly blessed to live in such a giving and helping community, and our fire department and rescue teams are amazing! Great job! So proud!” another user wrote.
1. What can we learn from the text?A.The Fire Department provided the family with shelter. |
B.The volunteers saved some belongings for the family. |
C.The family went through Christmas in sorrow. |
D.Receiving a Christmas gift is a traditional joy. |
A.Ambiguous. | B.Unconcerned. | C.Appreciative. | D.Sympathetic. |
A.By giving examples. | B.By using quotation. |
C.By making comments. | D.By analysing causes. |
A.Firefighters or Santa Claus? | B.Firefighters Safeguarded Us |
C.A Fire Brought Gifts | D.Love Can Cure |
6 . In a heart-pounding display of courage and quick thinking, a 65-year-old crane operator became an unexpected hero as he rescued a man trapped on top of a towering building engulfed in flames.
Glen Edwards, a crane operator from Egham, was expressing his gratitude after a tense rescue operation in Reading last Thursday. Edwards found himself in a challenging situation as he navigated circling winds to save a man trapped by smoke and flames on a building. The dramatic rescue unfolded amid thick black smoke, making visibility nearly impossible
When the alarm sounded, Edwards, who had a concrete skip on his crane, wasted no time the moment he spotted the distressed man waving his coat. Employing his experience and knowledge of the area, Edwards attached a metal cage to the crane, carefully considering his options for the rescue. However, the challenging conditions, with smoke sheltering his view, added an extra layer of difficulty to the operation.
With a colleague providing guidance and a concerned crowd watching from below, Edwards skillfully operated the crane to rescue the man. The onlookers erupted in cheers and applause as the man was safely lifted to the ground.
Reflecting on the intense experience, Edwards remarked, “It seemed to pass a long time until the man got inside. The adrenaline (肾上腺素) was pumping.” He admitted to experiencing shaking after the rescue, emphasizing the gravity of the situation.
Despite the successful operation, Edwards is yet to meet the man he saved, humorously noting, “He’s got to take me across the road for a drink!”
The heartwarming part of this story is the overwhelming support Edwards has received from well-wishers. A fund-raising page was set up to “buy Edwards a beer as a sign of gratitude,” initially aiming for £5,000 but now standing at an impressive ₤9,100. The community’s response has left Edwards deeply moved. He stated, “It means a lot; some of the comments have been absolutely fantastic.”
1. What does the underlined word “distressed” in paragraph 3 probably mean?A.Brave. |
B.Painful. |
C.Enthusiastic. |
D.Disappointed. |
A.Warm and Curious. | B.Caring and ambitious. |
C.Professional and humorous. | D.Gifted and generous. |
A.Sharp tools make good work. |
B.One good turn descries another. |
C.Actions speak louder than words. |
D.Hope for the best,but prepare for the worst. |
A.A diary entry. |
B.A medical magazine. |
C.A news report. |
D.A first-aid essay. |
1. What happened to the woman at the beginning?
A.She lost her phone. |
B.She couldn’t find the way. |
C.She was trapped in heavy snow. |
A.The car was running out of gas. |
B.She stopped to answer a call. |
C.The engine couldn’t work properly. |
A.By drinking hot tea. |
B.By having more clothes on. |
C.By using the car heater. |
A.They called an ambulance. |
B.They led the woman to her home. |
C.They helped the woman go to the main road. |
1. What happened on the road?
A.The road was blocked. | B.A car knocked into a truck. | C.The man’s car broke down. |
A.He picked apples. | B.He watched a movie. | C.He received an unexpected guest. |
1. How does Kelly feel after the accident?
A.Shocked. | B.Grateful. | C.Confused. |
A.Joyce. | B.Kelly. | C.Both of them. |
A.Ask the man for help. |
B.Take a theory test for drivers. |
C.Apply for the driving license again. |
10 . According to a media release , a criminal had escaped from prison. In panic , he ran to a
“ We started
However , when he came to himself , he learned that Amy had
A.faraway | B.familiar | C.small | D.nearby |
A.borrow | B.rob | C.damage | D.park |
A.picked up | B.took on | C.put up | D.took in |
A.talking | B.bargaining | C.fighting | D.quarreling |
A.closed | B.opened | C.lifted | D.removed |
A.fooled | B.persuaded | C.forced | D.frightened |
A.dry | B.dirty | C.lost | D.broken |
A.courage | B.judgement | C.freedom | D.consciousness |
A.relief | B.worry | C.mistake | D.regret |
A.hoped | B.planned | C.managed | D.failed |
A.second-hand | B.stolen | C.deserted | D.brand-new |
A.safe | B.famous | C.terrified | D.injured |
A.scary | B.risky | C.careful | D.brave |
A.Frequently | B.Eventually | C.Unfortunately | D.Gradually |
A.drove | B.sold | C.left | D.returned |
A.shot | B.killed | C.exposed | D.arrested |
A.hospital | B.prison | C.court | D.community |
A.awarded | B.praised | C.reported | D.doubted |
A.winner | B.survivor | C.hero | D.rescuer |
A.danger | B.accident | C.challenge | D.adventure |