______，I will help you with your work.

A. If I am possible   B. If it possible   C. If possible      D. Possible

 

Why do I volunteer with Big brothers / Big sisters of America? I have many reasons. Perhaps the biggest reason is that people once volunteered to help me.

Years ago, I was on the other side of the table. I was lonely and I felt lost. It’s a little embarrassing to talk about it now, but whatever the right direction in life was, I was going the opposite way. More than once, I found myself on the wrong path. If someone hadn’t stepped in when he did, I probably wouldn’t even be here now. I’d rather be in a prison or somewhere a lot smaller and deeper.

I’ve seen the work that big brothers / sisters have been doing all over the country and I’m pleased to be part of it. I’ve never done anything that made me prouder than my volunteer work. Big brothers and sisters helped me get over sadness and depression as soon as possible. Then, if I can help anyone like they helped me, I am willing to serve for as long as they will have me serve them. There are no words to describe the joy I get from helping somebody turn their life around. Every time I think that that’s me now, I’m proud and happy.

Volunteering is how I want to leave my mark on the world. I recommend volunteering work to everybody, especially to somebody who isn’t sure where they are going in life. Helping someone find their path is often the best way to find yours. Be a volunteer, and you will find your purpose in life.

1.What’s the main reason why the writer volunteers?

A．He has a lot of free time.

B．He is lonely and wants to be with others.

C．He wants others to know he is a good man.

D．He is grateful for what volunteers once did for him.

2.It is implied in Paragraph3 that the writer __________.

A．is eager to help others

B．often feels sad and depressed

C．hopes he will be helped at any time

D．travels around the country to help others

3.We can infer from the passage that the writer probably __________.

A．spent some days in prison

B．didn’t know his purpose in life

C．is dissatisfied with his life

D．doesn’t live a meaningful life

4.What is the writer’s purpose in writing this passage?

A．To share his past with us.

B．to ask for some volunteer work.

C．To encourage us to enjoy our life.

D．To call on us to do volunteer work.

 

Why do I volunteer with Big brothers / Big sisters of America? I have many reasons. Perhaps the biggest reason is that people once volunteered to help me.

Years ago, I was on the other side of the table. I was lonely and I felt lost. It’s a little embarrassing to talk about it now, but whatever the right direction in life was, I was going the opposite way. More than once, I found myself on the wrong path. If someone hadn’t stepped in when he did, I probably wouldn’t even be here now. I’d rather be in a prison or somewhere a lot smaller and deeper.

I’ve seen the work that big brothers / sisters have been doing all over the country and I’m pleased to be part of it. I’ve never done anything that made me prouder than my volunteer work. Big brothers and sisters helped me get over sadness and depression as soon as possible. Then, if I can help anyone like they helped me, I am willing to serve for as long as they will have me serve them. There are no words to describe the joy I get from helping somebody turn their life around. Every time I think that that’s me now, I’m proud and happy.

Volunteering is how I want to leave my mark on the world. I recommend volunteering work to everybody, especially to somebody who isn’t sure where they are going in life. Helping someone find their path is often the best way to find yours. Be a volunteer, and you will find your purpose in life.

61. What’s the main reason why the writer volunteers?

   A. He has a lot of free time.

   B. He is lonely and wants to be with others.

   C. He wants others to know he is a good man.

   D. He is grateful for what volunteers once did for him.

62. It is implied in Paragraph3 that the writer __________.

   A. is eager to help others

   B. often feels sad and depressed

   C. hopes he will be helped at any time

   D. travels around the country to help others

63. We can infer from the passage that the writer probably __________.

   A. spent some days in prison

   B. didn’t know his purpose in life

C. is dissatisfied with his life

   D. doesn’t live a meaningful life

64. What is the writer’s purpose in writing this passage?

   A. To share his past with us.

   B. to ask for some volunteer work.

   C. To encourage us to enjoy our life.

   D. To call on us to do volunteer work.

　　Up All Night——by Rosie Todina

　　When you can’t sleep, the answer may be as simple as some warm milk.

　　Dear Rosie:

　　I have had trouble falling asleep at night lately. It’s starting to affect my work and my social life because I am often very tired during the day. What can I do?

GIA P.

TURIN, ITALY

　　Dear Gia:

　　Try these things to help you sleep well at night:

　　1．Don’t get into bed unless you’re tired. Read or watch TV until you feel drowsy;

　　2．Don’t pay bills or do work on your bed. You will begin to associate the bed with activities;

　　3．Don’t drink caffeinated coffee, tea or soft drinks for four hours before your regular time;

　　4．Have a hot bath or shower to help you relax;

　　5．Drink a cup of herbal tea or warm milk. Warm drinks can make you sleep;

　　6. Play soft music. This will take your mind off the day’s activities. It also screens out street sounds which can distract;

　　7. Encourage your body to relax. When in bed, begin to breathe deeply and slowly. Concentrate only on your breathing. You will be asleep in no time. If these tips don’t help, consult your doctor.

　　Do you need some advice? Send your questions to:

　　New English Digest　　   www. learning-bug. com

　　c/o    ASK ROSIE

　　1．What’s the main problem with Gia?

　　A．She’s so tired of work she can’t sleep well.

　　B．She goes to bed so late she can’t fall asleep.

　　C．She has troubles with social life and can’t sleep well.

　　D．She can’t sleep well and feels tired in the daytime.

　　2．According to Rosie, what should Gia NOT do after supper?

　　A．Watch TV as late as possible.

　　B．Go on working even if she feels asleep.

　　C．Take some medicine.

　　D．Drink hot tea or coffee.

　　3．Which of the following is probably the column where we may read this in a magazine?

　　A．NEW ENGLISH DIGEST

　　B．ASK ROSIE

　　C．LETTERS FROM ITALY

　　D．GIA’S PROBLEM

 

　　Up All Night——by Rosie Todina

　　When you can’t sleep, the answer may be as simple as some warm milk.

　　Dear Rosie:

　　I have had trouble falling asleep at night lately. It’s starting to affect my work and my social life because I am often very tired during the day. What can I do?

GIA P.

TURIN, ITALY

　　Dear Gia:

　　Try these things to help you sleep well at night:

　　1．Don’t get into bed unless you’re tired. Read or watch TV until you feel drowsy;

　　2．Don’t pay bills or do work on your bed. You will begin to associate the bed with activities;

　　3．Don’t drink caffeinated coffee, tea or soft drinks for four hours before your regular time;

　　4．Have a hot bath or shower to help you relax;

　　5．Drink a cup of herbal tea or warm milk. Warm drinks can make you sleep;

　　6. Play soft music. This will take your mind off the day’s activities. It also screens out street sounds which can distract;

　　7. Encourage your body to relax. When in bed, begin to breathe deeply and slowly. Concentrate only on your breathing. You will be asleep in no time. If these tips don’t help, consult your doctor.

　　Do you need some advice? Send your questions to:

　　New English Digest　　   www. learning-bug. com

　　c/o    ASK ROSIE

　　1．What’s the main problem with Gia?

　　A．She’s so tired of work she can’t sleep well.

　　B．She goes to bed so late she can’t fall asleep.

　　C．She has troubles with social life and can’t sleep well.

　　D．She can’t sleep well and feels tired in the daytime.

　　2．According to Rosie, what should Gia NOT do after supper?

　　A．Watch TV as late as possible.

　　B．Go on working even if she feels asleep.

　　C．Take some medicine.

　　D．Drink hot tea or coffee.

　　3．Which of the following is probably the column where we may read this in a magazine?

　　A．NEW ENGLISH DIGEST

　　B．ASK ROSIE

　　C．LETTERS FROM ITALY

　　D．GIA’S PROBLEM