A
Katie always wanted to be a performer. She, the youngest of, the three kids from Cleveland, was crazy about musicals and Disney movies from an early age and would often watch them singing with her mom, Karen. However, Katie’s happy childhood took a turn when her mother was diagnosed(诊断)with cancer. When the doctor informed the family that Karen’s disease was terminal, they decided to make a trip to Disney World.
The family spared no expense for their once-in-a-lifetime vacation and stayed at Disney’s hotel for eight nights. They spent their days in the parks, seeing the sights, greening characters, all the while pushing Karen in her wheelchair and watching her face light up with joy. They all shared in the merriment of experiencing the parks for the first time with Karen. The trip to Disney World at the height of Karen’s battle with cancer slowed them to escape into a world of magic and laughter. This was the day Katie decided she wanted to work for Disney.
Sadly, Karen lost the battle and died later, but the whole family remembered her every day and often thought of that Disney vacation Katie went on to go after her dream. After she received her degree in musical theater, she struggled for years, working as a waitress and trying to be a performer. Her hard work finally paid off when she was hired to work for Disney.
As a Disney performer, Katie is aware that many other families visit the parks and have similar stories to her own. She encourages everyone, especially children, who may be experiencing a hard time. “Every moment -is meant for you, even the painful ones.” she says. “It’s just like in your favorite Disney movie: There is always some kind of conflict or hardship or pressure. Remember to celebrate those moments, too, because they are taking you to whatever your version of a happy ending is.”
1. What made Katie decide to work for Disney?
A. The dream that she wanted to live a lire full magic.
B. The memory that she watched Disney movies as a kid.
C. The great joy the Disney vacation brought to her family.
D. The great courage her mother showed in fighting cancer.
2. Which of the following words best describe Katie?
A. Kind and curious. B. Patient and helpful.
C. Strict and independent. D. Tough and determined.
3. What message does Katie convey in the last paragraph?
A. Sweet is pleasure after pain. B. Experience must be bought.
C. Many drops make a shower. D. Good medicine tastes bitter.
【答案】1. C 2. D 3. A
【解析】
这是一篇记叙文。本文介绍了Katie Whetsell从小想当一个表演者，但是她9岁时，母亲被诊断出癌症，于是她们一家决定去迪士尼度过一段梦想的假期，在这趟旅行中，给家人带来了巨大的快乐，这让Katie有了一个新的梦想，就是为迪士尼工作。在为迪士尼工作的10年期间里，Katie的工作就是给来自世界各地的家庭带来快乐。在2003年，母亲去世后，Katie继续追求自己的演艺生涯，最后取得了成功，但是她从未忘记一个事实，就是她每天都给许多人带来快乐。
【1题详解】
细节理解题。根据第二段中The trip to Disney World at the height of Karen’s battle with cancer slowed them to escape into a world of magic and laughter. This was the day Katie decided she wanted to work for Disney.可知在Karen与癌症斗争最激烈的时候，他们去了迪士尼乐园，这让他们放慢了脚步，进入了一个充满魔法和欢笑的世界。就在那天，Katie决定要为迪斯尼工作。由此可知，迪士尼假期给她的家庭带来了巨大的快乐，让Katie决定为迪斯尼工作。故选C。
【2题详解】
推理判断题。根据第三段After she received her degree in musical theater, she struggled for years, working as a waitress and trying to be a performer. Her hard work finally paid off when she was hired to work for Disney.可知Katie的母亲得了癌症去世后，Katie也没有自暴自弃而是勇敢去追求她的梦想，说明她是一个坚强的人。后来Katie继续追求自己的演艺生涯，经过一番努力，最后取得了成功，说明她是个有决心的人。由此可推知，Katie是个坚强和有决心的人。故选D。
3题详解】
推理判断题。根据最后一段中She encourages everyone, especially children, who may be experiencing a hard time. “Every moment -is meant for you, even the painful ones.” she says. “It’s just like in your favorite Disney movie: There is always some kind of conflict or hardship or pressure. Remember to celebrate those moments, too, because they are taking you to whatever your version of a happy ending is.”可知她鼓励每个人，尤其是孩子们，因为他们可能正在经历一段艰难的时期。“每一刻都是为你准备的，即使是那些痛苦的时刻。”她说。“这就像你最喜欢的迪斯尼电影一样：总是有一些冲突、困难或压力。记住，也要庆祝这些时刻，因为它们会带你走向你心目中的幸福结局。”由此可推知，Katie在最后一段中传达了“苦尽甘来”的意思。故选A。
