Jack London was a famous American writer. He was born on January 12, 1876,in San Francisco,
California. His family was very poor, and Jack had to leave school to make money. He worked hard in
many different jobs.
Later, Jack returned to school, but he didn"t stay. He wrote, "Life and pocketbook (袖珍书) were both
too short."
In 1897, he went to Alaska to find gold. Instead, he found ideas there for his books and stories. He
returned home and started to write. His writing were successful (成功的), and he became rich and famous
in his twenties.
Jack London was not a happy man, however. In poor health, he took his own life in 1916. He was
only 40 years old.
A. just reciting words
B. hosting a programme on the radio
C. studying in the classroom
D. putting English to good use
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Helen Keller was a very clever and beautiful girl. At the age of six months she could already say a few words. But before she was two years old, she was badly ill. She could not see or hear, and soon, she could not even talk, then Helen had to fight for what she wanted. When she was six, her parents invited a teacher for her. With the help of the teacher, she began to see and hear the world around her through her hands. She learned to read the books for the blind (盲人). The teacher took Helen for long walks, and told her about all the beautiful sights. Helen touched flowers, climbed trees, and smelled a storm before it came. She also learned how to swim and ride a horse. After she grew up, she became a famous writer in America. Her first and most famous book is The Story of My life. Her story has brought new hope to many blind and deaf people . It gave light to those in Darkness and encouraged them to live and work. |
1. When could Helen Keller already say a few words? |
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A. At the age of two. B. At the age of a year and a half. C. At the age of six months. D. When she was six years old. |
2. Why couldn"t Helen see or hear later? |
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A. Helen was badly ill. B. She had a traffic accident. C. Helen was very tired. D. She became very lazy. |
3. How could Helen begin to see and hear the world around her? |
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A. With the help of her father. B. She could see and hear the world around her through her feet. C. With the help of her parents. D. With the help of her teacher she could begin to see and hear through her hands. |
4. After Helen grew up she became a famous _____. |
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A. doctor B. scientist C. singer D. writer |
5. What gave light to those in darkness and encouraged them to live and work? |
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A. The teacher"s help. B. The parents" help. C. Helen"s story. D. Helen"s songs. |