帮我用简单英语解释下列句子

题目

帮我用简单英语解释下列句子
1.The water was [pouring] into the river.
2.The information he gave us is [of great value].
3.His brother is an excellent teacher.
4.[In a few words],I think we should accept his offer.
5.Children under five usually travel free on trains.
6.I was so [pleased] when they said they'd be able to stay for another week.
7.How many students are [absent] today?
8.We ought to elect a new sports editor.
要求:对[]内的部分做重点解释,写出的句子必须是原句全句的解释,必须是完整的句子.(急~)

答案

1.水被倒入河里
2.他给我们的信息很有价值
3.他的兄弟是一名优秀的教师
4.简而言之,我应该接受他的好意
5.五岁以下的小孩免费乘火车
6.当他们说要再呆一周时,我很高兴.
7.今天有多少学生缺席
8.我们应该选出一名新的体育编辑.