七、阅读表达。
阅读短文,回答短文后的五个问题。
Two Americans Stephen and Andersen went on a 190-day charity walk across the US to
raise money for the Purple Heart Fund, a charity providing veterans(退伍军人) with financial
support and more.
Both of them live in the eastern state of Delaware. They have been best friends since
childhood. They both like travelling and have a strong desire(愿望) to see the country. So when
Stephen proposed(提议) this cross-country journey, Andersen agreed without hesitation(犹豫).
On Wednesday evening, March 1, the two men started off from their hometown, heading
west against a cold wind with large bags on their backs.
Every day they walked about 40 kilometres. They never knew for sure where they would
sleep until it got close to sunset. They mostly slept outdoors, but every now and then they would
stay in a hotel to relax for a few hours.
Luckily, many strangers along the way offered them meals, smiles, and a place to sleep at
night. A man even offered them a ride, but they refused. They said they preferred to walk.
By September 6, they ended their trip on the west coast in San Francisco, the state of
California, raising about 300,000 dollars from lots of nice people and the local businesses.
"The people we've met along the way have been great," Stephen said in an interview.
"We're grateful for even the smallest contributions to our cause. It's people like them that truly
make this trip worth it."
注:每题答案不超过5个单词。
1. Why did Stephen and Andersen have the charity walk?
To raise money.
2. Which state did they start off from?
Delaware.
3. Where did they sleep during the journey?
Outdoors or in hotels.
4. What do you think of the man who offered them a ride?
He was nice and friendly.(言之有理即可)
5. How would you like to help with charity work?
By donating money.(言之有理即可)
