I recently heard a story about a famous research scientist who had made several very important medical breakthroughs. What set him so far apart from others?

He1.that, in his opinion, it all came from an2.from his mother that happened when he was about 2 years old. He had been trying to3.a bottle of milk from the refrigerator when he lost his 4.on the slippery(光滑的) bottle and it 5., making its contents pouring all over the kitchen floor.

When his mother came into the kitchen, instead of6.at him, giving him a lecture, or punishing him, she said: “Robert, what an(a)7.and wonderful mess you have made! I have8.seen such a huge pool of milk. Well, the damage has already been done. Would you like to9.down and play in the milk for a few10.before we clean it up?”

Indeed, he did. After a few minutes, his mother said: “You know, Robert,11.you make a mess like this, you have to clean it up at last and restore everything to its proper12.. So, how would you like to do that? We could use a sponge, a towel, or a mop. Which do you13.?” He chose the sponge and together they14.up the milk.

His mother then said: “You know, what happened just now is a15.experiment in how effectively to carry a big milk bottle with two tiny hands. Let’s16.out in the back yard and fill the bottle with water and see if you can17.a way to carry it without dropping it.” The little boy18.that if he held the bottle at the top near the lip with both hands, he could carry it without dropping it.

This scientist then19.that it was at that moment that he knew he didn’t need to be afraid to make20..

Wouldn’t it be great if all parents would respond the way Robert’s mother responded to him?

Here are some suggestions to make your trip successful, if you plan on traveling outside of the United State s. Planning is the key. At least three weeks in advance think about what you will need to assemble (收集). That way, you will not be doing things at the last minute.

　 Make several copies of all of your important documents. Those include all things you’ve been issued and the first two pages in your passport showing your picture, birth date, passport number. Keep one set of copies in your carry-on luggage, one in your checked baggage and leave a set at home preferably with someone who can send them to you if needed.

　 Visit the Office of the International students in the Intercultural Center to have your student card signed and to request a “enrollment verification letter (入学签到书)” and a copy of your financial statement. Do this at least one week before you travel. Do not wait until the last minute.

　 Be sure your visa is up to date and that it will not expire (过期) within the next six months. If you are traveling outside of the United States to a country other than your home country, you are urged to contact the embassy of that country to learn if you need a visa to enter that country. If so, ask what the requirements, cost and timeframe are to apply for a visa before you go to the bank. Keep in mind that it often takes 2—3 weeks to process a visa application, so you should leave enough time for it．

　　 If you are traveling in the United States, it is always a good idea to carry your original passport and ID card with you at all times. If you are stopped by any government official (police, border patrols, immigration officers, etc.), you will be required to show them your original documents.　

41. What does the writer think is most important while preparing for traveling?

A. Time　　　　　　　 B. Suggestions　　　　 C. Money　　　　　 D. Documents

42. Where could the traveler apply for a visa to enter a foreign country?

A. The bank in a foreign country　　　　　　　　 B. The bank in your own country

C. The embassy of the foreign country　　　　　　 D. The Office of the International Students

43. We can learn from the passage that________.

A. it is easy and simple to prepare for your traveling abroad

B. to get a copy of your financial statement needs at least one week

C. to apply for a visa to enter a foreign country needs 2—3 weeks

D. all copied documents are available at any moment while traveling