Question

Larry and Jo Ann were an ordinary couple. Like any other couple, they made efforts to make ends meet (收支相抵) and do the right thing for their children. They often argued about what was wrong with their marriage and who was to blame (责备). They wanted to make changes.

“You know, Jo Ann, I’ve got a magic chest (衣柜) of drawers. Every time I open them, they’re full of clean clothes,” Larry said. “I want to thank you for filling them all these years.”

Jo Ann stared at her husband and felt strange. This wasn’t the first time Larry had done something strange recently, so Jo Ann forgot it quickly. But it happened again a few days later.

“Jo Ann, that was a great dinner,” Larry said one evening. “I appreciate all you have done in the past 15 years. You have cooked lots of delicious food for me and the kids.”

Jo Ann was growing worried. “What’s wrong with my husband?” she wondered.

Day in and day out, Larry continued his praise.

Over the weeks, Jo Ann grew more used to her husband’s unusual behavior. Her step was now a little lighter and she didn’t seem to get upset as often.

Larry has never told Jo Ann the reason for his change in behavior. So it will likely remain one of life’s mysteries. But it’s one I’m thankful to live with.

You see, I am Jo Ann.

根据短文内容判断正、误。

（注意：考生将答题卡相应位置涂黑。正确的涂“A”，错误的涂“B”）

1.Larry and Jo Ann lived a rich life but they used to argue a lot about the money.

2.To Jo Ann’s surprise, Larry began to appreciate what she did for the family.

3.In return, Jo Ann also expressed thanks to her husband.

4.Jo Ann didn’t understand her husband’s behavior, but she liked the change.

5.From the passage, we can learn that we shouldn’t be stingy (吝啬) with praise, instead we should appreciate those around us for what they’ve done for us.

Answer 1