Cody’s family moved to a new house. His dad got a new job as a doctor. Cody liked his new town, but he missed his grandparents. For his birthday, Cody wanted to have a party. His dad said, “Yes. We could even have a band play!”
On the day of the party, Cody woke up early. He was so excited! But then he noticed something terrible, it was snowing. “Dad!” he said. “How can the band play outside?”
Dad said, “They can play in the garage (车库),” But later they got a call from the band. They didn’t want to come in the bad weather. Dad said, “Let’s get someone to perform magic (表演魔术),” But no one would come because of the snow.
Finally, Dad said, “Cody. There’s too much snow. We have to cancel (取消) the party.” “Yes, sir.” Cody said sadly. “It’s going to be a boring birthday.” Cody really wanted to share his birthday with someone.
But then he noticed a car in front of his house. His grandparents had a car like that!
Cody was right. His grandparents came for his birthday! “Happy birthday, Cody! We’re sorry we are late, because there is so much snow.”
Cody told them what happened. “I’m sorry.” said Grandpa.
“I was sad.” Cody said. “But I’m not anymore. I’m so happy to see you.” Mom made a strawberry cake for Cody. It was his favorite. Then Cody told his grandparents about the new town. It was his best birthday ever.
9. What was the bad thing about moving for Cody?
A.The new house was not big. |
B.Cody couldn’t go to magic shows. |
C.Cody couldn’t see his grandparents often. |
D.There was no good doctor in the new town. |
10. The band didn’t come because ________.
A.they woke up too late |
B.their car couldn’t start |
C.there was too much snow |
D.they didn’t want to play in the garage |
11. How did Cody’s feelings change on the day of the party?
A.Excited—sad—happy. |
B.Sad—happy—excited. |
C.Happy—excited—sad. |
D.Sad—excited—happy. |
12. What’s the best title for the passage?
A.New home | B.Bad weather |
C.Great birthday | D.Busy grandparents |