听一段对话，回答第11、12小题。
()11. Why does Tom plant sweet potatoes instead of flowers?
A. They look more beautiful.
B. They grow faster.
C. They are useful.
()12. What does Tom believe is more important?
A. The look.
B. The inner value.
C. The growth speed.

听第一篇短文，回答第13至15小题。请根据短文内容，选择正确答案，完成信息记录表。
My uncle—who I admire most
Age He is in his 13.
Qualities He is patient, ard-working and 14.
What he does • When I feel sad, he 15.
• When I struggle with my studies, he encourages me.
()13. A. twenties B. thirties C. forties
()14. A. helpful B. humorous C. honest
()15. A. makes me laugh B. cheers me up C. listens to me