The earthquake affected the students of the destroyed areas in many ways: losing parents, being scared and feeling lonely. How can we help them? Teens reporter talked with Lin Dan, the program director of the Sunshine in Your Heart Project at the Red Cross Society of China.

How will the earthquake affect the teenagers mentally?

They'll have feelings of fear, anger and feel they are not safe. They will find it hard to focus. They will tend to cry and shout and tremble. And they might be afraid to be alone.

What will happen if they are not helped?

The teenagers will find it hard to live in a balanced way. If things get worse, they might not be able to focus on their studies. They might give up on life.

How can we help them overcome these problems?

The first thing is to build up trust with them. Show your sympathy and sadness, and be their friends. Then you have to give them a sense of safety. Tell them that there's a solution to every problem. Thirdly, try to satisfy their psychological needs. Be a good listener if he or she needs to talk.

Some of them were not directly affected by the quake but have seen images on TV and feel scared. What should they do?

Talk with an adult or share their feelings with someone who might feel similar. If this doesn't help, then they should see a doctor for professional help.

21. What's the best title of the passage?

A. The Scare Caused by the Earthquake

B. Dealing with the Pain Left behind after the Earthquake

C. How to Get a Sense of Safety            

D. The Psychological Needs

22. The underlined word “psychological” in Paragraph 7 is closest in meaning to “________”.

A. mental　　　B. physical          C. material       D. professional

23. From the passage, we can infer that ________.

A. the scare caused by the earthquake can be relieved quickly

B. seeing a doctor is the most important measure to deal with the problems

C. the images on TV can also affect people and even cause problems

D. to help them overcome these problems, we should always talk with them

Surviving Hurricane Sandy (飓风桑迪)

Natalie Doan, 14, has always felt lucky to live in Rockaway, New York. Living just a few blocks from the beach, Natalie can see the ocean and hear the waves from her house. “It's the ocean that makes Rockaway so special,” she says.

On October 29, 2012, that ocean turned violent. That night, Hurricane Sandy attacked the East Coast, and Rockaway was hit especially hard. Fortunately, Natalie's family escaped to Brooklyn shortly before the city's bridges closed.

When they returned to Rockaway the next day, they found their neighborhood in ruins. Many of Natalie's friends had lost their homes and were living far away. All around her, people were suffering, especially the elderly. Natalie's school was so damaged that she had to temporarily attend a school in Brooklyn.

In the following few days, the men and women helping Rockaway recover inspired Natalie. Volunteers came with carloads of donated clothing and toys. Neighbors devoted their spare time to helping others rebuild. Teenagers climbed dozens of flights of stairs to deliver water and food to elderly people trapped in powerless high­rise buildings.

“My mom tells me that I can't control what happens to me，”Natalie says, “but I can always choose how I deal with it.”

Natalie's choice was to help.

She created a website page, matching survivors in need with donors who wanted to help. Natalie posted information about a boy named Patrick, who lost his baseball card collection when his house burned down. Within days, Patrick's collection was replaced.

In the coming months, her website page helped lots of kids：Christopher, who received a new basketball; Charlie，who got a new keyboard. Natalie also worked with other organizations to bring much­needed supplies to Rockaway. Her efforts made her a famous person .Last April, she was invited to the White House and honored as a Hurricane Sandy Champion of Change.

Today, the scars(创痕) of destruction are still seen in Rockaway，but hope is in the air. The streets are clear，and many homes have been rebuilt. “I can't imagine living anywhere but Rockaway,”Natalie declares.“My neighborhood will be back, even stronger than before.”

24. When Natalie returned to Rockaway after the hurricane, she found ________.

A. some friends had lost their lives

B. her neighborhood was destroyed

C. her school had moved to Brooklyn

D. the elderly were free from suffering

25. According to Paragraph 4，who inspired Natalie most?

A. The people helping Rockaway rebuild.

B. The people trapped in high­rise buildings.

C. The volunteers donating money to survivors.

D. Local teenagers bringing clothing to elderly people.

26. How did Natalie help the survivors?

A. She gave her toys to other kids.        

B. She took care of younger children.

C. She called on the White House to help. 

D. She built an information sharing platform.

27. What does the story intend to tell us?

A. Little people can make a big difference.  B. A friend in need is a friend indeed.

C. East or west, home is best.             D. Technology is power.

What is the difference between developed and developing countries? The question is quite a difficult one. But we can compare them in two important aspects: people and economy.

People

In developing countries there are high rates of both birth and death. Families decide to give birth to more than one child, because many developing countries do not have the systems necessary to guarantee(保证)the life of old people. Raising more children seems to be the only way to make sure that during their later years a person will be taken care of.

The situation is completely different in fully­developed countries. Those countries have low levels of birth and mortality. Low mortality rate is mainly because of the good health care, but low birth rate is due to the fact that supporting a family with more children is expensive nowadays. Another reason is that more and more women decide to work outside, so there is usually no time and place for a large group of children in their lives.

Economy

In developed countries, most industries have high levels of technological progress, while the smallest role in the country's GDP is played by agriculture.

In most cases, in developing countries most GDP comes from agriculture. It is mainly due to the fact that services and many branches of industry are in the stage of development.But they have the potential to develop quickly, because they have many things to improve.

Of course, the difference between developed and developing countries is not that clear, because some countries might be in the middle of great changes. When a country is in that stage, some data can define the country as a developing one, but others may show that it is a developed one.

28. In developing countries, there are high birth rates because people hope________.

A. their children will have a bright future

B. generations can live under the same roof

C. they will be taken care of in their later years

D. the next generation can contribute more to society

29. What's the meaning of the underlined word “mortality” in Paragraph 3?

A. Health.　　　　 B. Death.        C. Employment.     D. Survival.

30. What's probably the writer's attitude towards the future of developing countries?

A. Negative.       B. Worried.       C. Optimistic.      D. Doubtful.

31. This passage mainly helps us to________.

A. know why developed countries develop so fast

B. learn about the weak points of developing countries

C. realize our responsibilities to develop our own country

D. tell the differences between developing countries and developed ones

If you could have one superpower, what would it be?

Dreaming about whether you would want to read minds, see through walls, or have superhuman strength may sound silly, but it actually gets to the heart of what_really_matters_in_your_life.

Every day in our work, we are inspired by the people we meet doing extraordinary things to improve the world.

They have a different kind of superpower that all of us possess: the power to make a difference in the lives of others.

We're not saying that everyone needs to contribute their lives to the poor. Your lives are busy enough doing homework, playing sports, making friends, seeking after your dreams. But we do think that you can live a more powerful life when you devote some of your time and energy to something much larger than yourself. Find an issue you are interested in and learn more. Volunteer or, if you can, contribute a little money to a cause. Whatever you do, don't be a bystander. Get involved. You may have the opportunity to make your biggest difference when you're older. But why not start now?

Our own experience working together on health, development, and energy the last twenty years has been one of the most rewarding parts of our lives. It has changed who we are and continues to fuel our optimism about how much the lives of the poorest people will improve in the years ahead.

32. What does the underlined part in Paragraph 2 refer to?

A. Your life style.                B. Your life value.

C. Your trouble in life.            D. Your life experience.

33. Why does the author say they are inspired every day?

A. They possess different kinds of superpowers.

B. They have got the power to change the world.

C. Some people around them are making the world better.

D. There are many powerful people in their life and work.

34. What does the author stress in Paragraph 5?

A. Learning more and contributing more to a cause.

B. Rising above self and acting to help others.

C. Working hard to get a bigger opportunity.

D. Trying your best to help the poor.

35. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?

A. The author believes the lives of the poorest will get better.

B. Much more progress will be made in the near future.

C. The work on health is the most valuable experience.

D. People's efforts have been materially rewarded.

How to Plan a Day Trip From Paris

Paris is one of the most beautiful and interesting cities in Europe.After enjoying the museums, monuments, churches and shops, many visitors venture outside the city to explore. There are many popular sites located within one hour of central Paris. When you venture a little further, the choices increase.Here are the instructions：

__36__ Choices within about one hour of Paris include the palace at Versailles, Disneyland, the champagne caves in Epernay and Reims. Choices within two to four hours of Paris include castles in the Loire Valley, wineries in the Loire Valley, Normandy and Mont Saint Michel.

Book a group tour. __37__A knowledgeable guide will take you to the entrance and tell you about the destination. __38__You may not have time to stay long and explore any additional things that catch your attention.In addition, if you don't like crowds, you may feel a bit uncomfortable.

Take a train. __39__There are several train stations in Paris that are accessible by metro(地铁) or taxi.The trains in France are fast, comfortable and safe.Before you leave, find out how far the destination is from the train station, so you know if you need to get a taxi when you arrive.

Rent a car for your vacation travels. For those who love to drive, a rental car provides the greatest freedom to explore. You don't have to pay attention to tour start times or train schedules.__40__Shop around before you leave home and book a rental car in advance.

Prepare for the trip. Since you don't know what will be available at the destination, bring water, a light snack, cash and a jacket.Don't forget the camera!

A. One disadvantage is the time schedule.

B. France has an extensive train network.

C. Consider where you want to visit while on vacation.

D. Taking a group tour allows you to relax and lets others do all the work.

E. With its beautiful architecture and world­class food, Paris is an ideal place to travel.

F. However, you will have to pay for gas and follow a map.

G. Be sure to enjoy some of the delicious French food.