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UNIT2　SPORTSANDFITNESS
组合练(一)
Ⅰ.阅读理解
A
(2022辽宁辽南协作体三模)
Most people choose to take it easy after they retire,but Wang Guilan,an old lady from Liaoning Province,is definitely not one of them.She only started running at the age of 50,as a way to keep in shape,but soon realized it was her passion.She ran her first marathon in 2004 and hasn’t stopped since.From 2005 to 2017 she completed the annual Beijing Marathon thirteen times,and this year she set a new record,becoming the oldest person to ever complete the 168-kilometer marathon.
So,how does a 70-year-old stay in good-enough shape to complete a marathon while many people cannot?As a matter of fact,Wang runs at least 20 kilometers every day from Monday to Saturday,and on Sunday she runs some more alongside the members of her long-distance running club.She prefers running on mountain roads in her hometown,but in winter,when the weather doesn’t allow it,she runs on ordinary roads.
Wang is also a fan of mountaineering,and participated in the International Mount Tai Climbing Festival,where she managed to rank 27th out of thousands of participants.She once participated in an extreme challenge,where she had to run 208 track laps while staying awake for 48 hours.
Remarkably,Wang has suffered almost no injuries to her knees or ankles over the years,which she attributes to her difficult childhood—that hardened both her body and spirit.The only serious problem is the cataracts (白内障) affecting eyes,which is why she completed some of the marathons with the help of a headlamp. 
Wang is a firm believer that age is just a number,and plans to continue running marathons and enjoying the sunset of her life as long as her health allows.
1.Why did Wang Guilan get down to running initially?
A.Because she wanted to keep fit.
B.Because she had a passion for it.
C.Because she decided to set a record.
D.Because she desired for a life full of challenge.
2.Which of the following words can best describe Wang?
A.Adventurous and intelligent.
B.Ambitious and generous.
C.Enthusiastic and determined.
D.Diligent and modest.
3.The underlined “attributes” in the fourth paragraph can be replaced by　　　. 
A.commits B.contributes
C.leads D.owes
4.What can be inferred about Wang Guilan from the last paragraph?
A.She enjoys admiring the sunset while running.
B.Her plan to continue running will never be given up.
C.She believes her age matters a lot if keeping running.
D.Nothing but her physical condition can affect her running.

B
(2022广东茂名二模)
Many have had the same thought as Shannon St.Onge when looking at the approach of snow on a weather forecast—that they have time to finish their jobs.As the director of finance at the First Nations University of Canada,she had to drive 25 kilometers from her home to the city of Regina to attend an important meeting.
As she was leaving,the winter snow began to fall.Taking a dirt road for better traction(牵引) on her tires,she quickly became lost,with no ability to see the edge of the road from a rolled-down window.After a while she stopped and called 911.
“The operator took my information and told me to wait out the storm as my tank was full and I was warm.I waited almost 14 hours and nobody has called me yet to check in,” she wrote in a Meta post.
“Would the gas tank last until morning?What if I was hit by another vehicle?What if I didn’t make it home at all?” St.Onge wondered.
Determined to ensure the safest end,she went out in the storm and discovered her location on a road sign,and then found a neighborhood Meta group for the area she was passing through—warning others of her plight through a Google Maps pin.
That was when 80-year-old Andre Bouvier Sr.,a retired rescuer,got a call about St.Onge’s situation.He went out to find her,on foot,since he couldn’t manage to start his tractor.
On the way he found three other stranded(被困) vehicles.He walked the quarter mile there and back,and led the helpless cars one by one to his home.Bouvier let the survivors sleep at his house,where they ate and laughed,and departed the next morning after he had cleaned the driveway.
5.Why did St.Onge take a dirt road?
A.She was familiar with it.
B.She could refuel on the road.
C.She took the dirt road to save time.
D.She thought a dirt road could increase traction.
6.What did the operator advise St.Onge to do?
A.Wait out the storm.
B.Find a warm place.
C.Ask Bouvier for help.
D.Write her condition in a Meta post.
7.What does the underlined word “plight” in paragraph 5 mean?
A.Wrong turn.
B.Poor sense of direction.
C.Difficult situation.
D.Bad weather.
8.Which of the following can best describe Bouvier?
A.Patient and gifted.
B.Brave and selfless.
C.Proud and determined.
D.Adventurous and ambitious.
Ⅱ.完形填空
Dilys Price is not a typical 85-year -old grandmother.She might look like a 　1　 teacher from Cardiff—which,technically,is exactly what she is—but she’s also made a(n) 　2　 of jumping out of planes. 
Known throughout Wales as “Daredevil Dilys”,the 　3　 woman made her first parachute jump at the age of 54.She has now completed more than 1,139 jumps for 　4　.　5　,Dilys was afraid of heights before her first jump,but 30 years later,she 　6　 the Guinness World Record as the Oldest Female Solo Sky Diver,and she has 　7　 tens of thousands of pounds for charity. 
Dilys has 　8　 her life to helping young people with disabilities.In 1996,she 　9　 The Touch Trust from her kitchen in Cardiff,and it soon 　10　 into a renowned centre for “touch therapy(疗法)” for people with disabilities.With her new 　11　,they help more than 1,000 adults and children every week. 
She 　12　 from running the charity in 2015—but she’s still helping to fundraise for the work through her parachute 　13　. 
Dilys says,“I’ve had a lovely 　14　!I’m extremely stubborn and I won’t give up in what I believe in.Life should be fun,be 　15　 and have a purpose.” 
1.A.physical B.retired
C.young D.flight
2.A.habit B.promise
C.career D.attempt
3.A.generous B.delicate
C.fearless D.tender
4.A.charity B.exercise
C.living D.pleasure
5.A.Naturally B.Typically
C.Fortunately D.Incredibly
6.A.holds B.takes
C.equals D.leaves
7.A.earned B.raised
C.donated D.saved
8.A.lost B.lived
C.devoted D.spared
9.A.applied B.named
C.invented D.founded
10.A.moved B.joined
C.broke D.grew
11.A.thought B.technique
C.finding D.medicine
12.A.stepped down B.drove away
C.ran out D.held back
13.A.records B.skills
C.memories D.jumps
14.A.job B.business
C.life D.centre
15.A.peaceful B.challenging
C.simple D.difficult
Ⅲ.应用文写作
(2022山东淄博二模)
你校将举办英语演讲比赛,请你以Accept Ourselves为题写一篇发言稿参赛,内容包括:
1.接纳自我的原因;
2.如何更好地接纳自我。
注意:1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.题目和首句已为你写好。
AcceptOurselves
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组合练(二)
Ⅰ.阅读理解
(2022湖南岳阳二模)
Have you ever noticed that some people can eat what they want and stay in shape,while others carefully watch what they eat and still put on weight?How frustrating!However,scientists are beginning to believe that some people get the ability to stay thin from their parents.
Scientists say that when some people eat,their bodies will naturally store the excess energy from food as fat.These people gain weight if they eat more than they need each day.Meanwhile,other people eat more than they need,but their bodies are able to “burn off” the extra food without making fat,so they rarely have weight problems.
To explore this phenomenon,scientists have experimented on laboratory mice.They gave the mice a special diet with a lot of fat.Some mice gained weight while the other mice stayed thin,even though both groups of mice ate the same amount of food and got the same amount of exercise.Scientists concluded that weight gain seemed to be influenced by genetic factors.They also believe they have now identified the genes that may cause this tendency.These genes,according to the scientists,get passed down generations.Armed with this knowledge,they believe it may be possible to develop medicines that can target the genes and stop people from gaining weight.
The study of weight gain is becoming more important as the number of people who are overweight continues to grow.In the United States,over seventy percent of the population have weight problems.This means they are at risk of illness such as high blood pressure and heart disease.
Current medicines for weight control do not work very well because they can have serious side effects,such as heart problems.However,it takes a long time to develop and thoroughly test new drugs.Therefore,despite this breakthrough in the study of weight-loss drugs,scientists and health professionals all agree that currently the best way to control weight gain is to have a healthy,balanced diet and an active lifestyle with daily exercise.This will not only help people avoid becoming overweight,but also help them stay healthy and energetic.
1.According to the scientists,why do some people gain weight easily?
A.Because their genes cause the tendency.
B.Because their bodies do not make fat.
C.Because their bodies store energy from food as fat.
D.Because they eat more than they need each day.
2.What do we know about the experiment?
A.They did the experiment to find the gene that stops people from gaining weight.
B.They did the experiment to find the reason why some people gain weight while others don’t.
C.They did the experiment to show the importance of healthy food.
D.They did the experiment to show the importance of regular exercise.
3.What may lead to high blood pressure according to the study?
A.The balanced diet.
B.The weight problems.
C.The lack of exercise.
D.The lack of drugs.
4.What is the purpose of the last paragraph of the text?
A.To inform us of serious side effects of the weight-loss drugs.
B.To introduce a breakthrough of the weight-loss drugs.
C.To advise us to develop a healthy lifestyle.
D.To encourage us to develop and test new drugs.
Ⅱ.七选五
(2023湖南雅礼十六校联考)
TakeaBreakfromTechnology
In today’s world we are constantly surrounded by technology.It’s true to say that technology makes our lives easier.　1　 Otherwise we put ourselves at risk of developing hundreds of health problems.Over the summer,the days are longer,sunnier and free from school.With all this free time,why not put it to good use and do something that doesn’t involve technology? 
　2　 There are hundreds of possibilities:crafts,cooking,learning a musical instrument or a new sport.Maybe you’ve always wanted to try out that recipe,but haven’t had time?Perhaps you fancy learning how to knit,so you can have a new sweater for the autumn!You could use your free time to learn something new.　3　 
If you just fancy relaxing,why not head to a beach?Take along your favourite book and relax on the sand or go for a walk along the coastline (just make sure you’re aware of the tides!).If you don’t live near a beach,you can go to your local park.　4　 
Whatever you choose to do with your summer,try something new! 　5　 Also,you might make new friends along the way.Next time you find yourself aimlessly channel—hopping,have a think about what else you could spend your time doing. 
A.To start with,you could learn a new skill.
B.Technology has become an important part of our lives.
C.And perhaps it’ll lead to an exciting opportunity in the future.
D.You might surprise yourself and find a hidden talent within you.
E.Why not take along a picnic,or try and identify some of the local wildlife?
F.However,increasingly scientists are saying that we need to give ourselves a break.
G.In our increasingly technology-driven world,have we become addicted to technology?
Ⅲ.语法填空
The Bell Tower in Xi’an,has a history of over 600 years and reopened to the public after renovation (整修).
The Bell Tower 1.　　　　　　(build) in 1384 during the Ming Dynasty.The 36-meter-tall,wood-and-brick structure is known as one of the 2.　　　　　　(large) and best-protected bell towers in China.The tower has witnessed the city’s changes and development for 3. 　　　　　　(century). 
“Due to long-time exposure 4.　　　　　　 wind,sunlight,rain and dust,the tower became broken,with its roof leaking and some paint 5. 　　　　　　(drop),” Wang Lei,curator (馆长) of Xi’an Bell and Drum Towers Museum said.To prolong the life of the tower,the museum began to repair 6.　　　　　　(it) roof and outer golden columns in June. 
The reopening of the Bell Tower has attracted visitors 7.　　　　　　 come from home and abroad.8.　　　　　　(visit) by more than 1,000 tourists on the opening day,it had attracted twice the number of visitors before its repair.The museum staff told the media that they determined 9.　　　　　　　(extend) the opening hours by one hour every night. 
This was 10.　　　　　　 sixth renovation to the Bell Tower since 1949,with the last done in 2011. 
Ⅳ.读后续写
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。
(2022广东汕尾期末)
Jack graduated from a famous university this July.He went to apply for a job in a big company and had to go through interviews before getting the job.
He passed the first two interviews easily,and then it was the boss’s turn to do the last one and make the final decision whether Jack would get the job or not.
The boss learned that Jack’s academic achievements were very good all the way,from the middle school until university.Never had a year when he did not receive prizes.
The boss asked,“Did you have any part-time jobs in school?” Jack shook his head and said,“No,I didn’t have part-time jobs.” The boss went on and asked,“Was it your father who paid for your school fees?” Jack replied,“My father passed away when I was one year old.It was my mother who worked and paid for my school fees.”
The boss continued,“Where did your mother work?” Jack told him that his mother worked as a clothes cleaner.Every day she would carry baskets of clothes home.After washing and ironing the clothes,she carried the baskets back to the store where she got paid.
Then the boss politely requested Jack to show his hands to him.Jack was confused and he showed his hands in front of the boss,a pair of hands that were smooth and perfect.The boss asked again,“Jack,have you ever helped your mother wash the clothes before?” Jack answered,“Never.My mother always wanted me to study and read more books.Besides,my mother can wash clothes faster than me.”
The boss smiled and said,“Jack,I am satisfied with your performance in the interviews,but I have another request.When you return home tonight,go and clean your mother’s hands,and then come to see me tomorrow morning.”
注意:续写词数应为150左右。
Jack left the office,feeling confused about the strange request. _____________________
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The next morning,Jack went back to the boss’s office. __________________________
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UNIT2　SPORTSANDFITNESS
组合练(一)
Ⅰ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一位退休妇女偶然喜爱上了跑马拉松并且一直坚持下去。旨在告诉人们为了健康,无论多大年龄都应该运动的道理。
1.A　细节理解题。根据第一段中“Sheonlystartedrunningattheageof50,asawaytokeepinshape,butsoonrealizeditwasherpassion.”可知,她最初跑步的目的是为了保持健康。
2.C　推理判断题。从第一段的“butsoonrealizeditwasherpassion”可知,她对跑步充满了热情,从最后一段“Wangisafirmbelieverthatageisjustanumber,andplanstocontinuerunningmarathonsandenjoyingthesunsetofherlifeaslongasherhealthallows.”可知,她是一个意志坚定的人。故选C项。
3.D　词义猜测题。画线词所在句为非限制性定语从句,which指代前面“Remarkably,Wanghassufferedalmostnoinjuriestoherkneesoranklesovertheyears”,由此可推知,此处指“她把膝盖和脚踝没有受过伤这件事归因于她艰难的童年生活”,attribute意为“把……归因于”。
4.D　推理判断题。根据最后一段“Wangisafirmbelieverthatageisjustanumber,andplanstocontinuerunningmarathonsandenjoyingthesunsetofherlifeaslongasherhealthallows.”可知,只要健康状况允许,她就会一直跑下去,所以除了她的身体状况,没什么能影响她跑步。
【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了一名80岁的老人徒步穿过暴风雪营救人的感人故事。
5.D　细节理解题。根据第二段第二句“Takingadirtroadforbettertractiononhertires,shequicklybecamelost,withnoabilitytoseetheedgeoftheroadfromarolled-downwindow.”可知,St.Onge选择土路是为了增加车子的牵引力。
6.A　细节理解题。根据第三段第一句“TheoperatortookmyinformationandtoldmetowaitoutthestormasmytankwasfullandIwaswarm.”可知,接线员建议St.Onge等待暴风雪过去。故选A项。
7.C　词义猜测题。根据第二段最后一句“Afterawhileshestoppedandcalled911.”及第四段中St.Onge的担心“Wouldthegastanklastuntilmorning?WhatifIwashitbyanothervehicle?WhatifIdidn’tmakeithomeatall?”可知,她遇到了麻烦,被困在了路上,由此可推知,画线词plight的含义是“困境”。
8.B　推理判断题。根据倒数第二段可知,80岁的AndreBouvierSr.接到电话还毅然去救援,说明他是勇敢的;根据最后一段最后一句“Bouvierletthesurvivorssleepathishouse,wheretheyateandlaughed,anddepartedthenextmorningafterhehadcleanedthedriveway.”可知,他是无私的。
Ⅱ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇新闻报道。文章介绍了通过跳伞为慈善事业筹集资金的85岁老奶奶迪利斯的事迹。
1.B　迪利斯不是一个典型的85岁的老奶奶。她可能看起来像一个来自卡迪夫的退休教师——严格来说,她确实是这样——但她还有一个跳伞的习惯。空前一句说迪利斯已经85岁高龄了,所以是一位退休教师,故选B项。
2.A　根据下文“ofjumpingoutofplanes”可知,迪利斯还有一个跳伞的习惯,故选A项。
3.C　上文说迪利斯跳伞下来,因此她十分勇敢,故选C项。
4.A　她现在已经为慈善事业跳伞超过1139次。下文的charity为原词复现,说明她跳伞是为了慈善事业,故选A项。
5.D　令人难以置信的是,迪利斯在第一次跳伞前就恐高,但30年后,她成为吉尼斯世界纪录的最年长女性单人跳伞者,并为慈善机构筹集了数万英镑。根据上下文语境,从恐高到成为吉尼斯世界纪录的最年长女性单人跳伞者,这是令人难以置信的,故选D项。
6.A　根据下文“theGuinnessWorldRecordastheOldestFemaleSoloSkyDiver”可知,她保持着最年长女性单人跳伞者这一吉尼斯世界纪录,故选A项。
7.B　根据下文“tensofthousandsofpoundsforcharity.”可知,迪利斯通过跳伞已经为慈善机构筹集了数万英镑,故选B项。
8.C　根据“herlifetohelpingyoungpeoplewithdisabilities”可知,迪利斯一生致力于帮助残疾青年。devoteone’slifeto毕生致力于,故选C项。
9.D　根据宾语TheTouchTrust可知是“成立触摸信托基金会”,故选D项。
10.D　根据“arenownedcentrefor ‘touchtherapy’ forpeoplewithdisabilities”可知,此处介绍触摸信托基金会从成立到发展的过程,即:很快发展成为一个著名的残疾人“触摸治疗”中心,故选D项。
11.B　根据下文“theyhelpmorethan1,000adultsandchildreneveryweek”可知,在新技术的帮助下,他们才得以帮助更多的人,故选B项。
12.A　2015年,她退出了慈善机构的运营,但仍在通过跳伞来帮助筹集资金。stepdown走下,退出;driveaway离去;runout跑出,用完;holdback抑制,退缩,阻止。空后一句说但她仍在通过跳伞来帮助筹集资金,这说明她退出了慈善机构的运营,故选A项。
13.D　根据上文的讲述可知,迪利斯是通过跳伞来筹集资金的,故选D项。
14.C　根据上下文语境可知,迪利斯对自己目前的生活很满意——可以通过跳伞来筹集资金帮助别人,故选C项。
15.B　根据上文的讲述可知,跳伞是极具挑战性的,故选B项。
Ⅲ.AcceptOurselves 
Good morning,everyone, 
It’s a great honour for me to stand here to deliver a speech titled AcceptOurselves.
We need to accept ourselves firstly because it helps us acknowledge our shortcomings.By doing so,we are more likely to learn the lessons when we encounter failures.Meanwhile,accepting ourselves helps us realize our strengths,which is essential for setting practical goals.
To better accept ourselves,we should recognize that no one is perfect and there is no shame in admitting our mistakes.Besides,celebrating what we are good at is necessary.That’s all!Thank you!
组合练(二)
Ⅰ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章主要研究人们增长体重的原因并建议我们养成健康的生活方式。
1.A　细节理解题。根据第三段中的“Scientistsconcludedthatweightgainseemedtobeinfluencedbygeneticfactors.Theyalsobelievetheyhavenowidentifiedthegenesthatmaycausethistendency.”可知,体重增加是受到了遗传因素的影响。故推知有些人容易增加体重是因为他们的基因造成这种趋势。
2.B　推理判断题。根据第二段及第三段内容可知,一些人吃东西会长胖而一些人则不会,针对这样的现象科学家们才做了这个实验,故选B项。
3.B　细节理解题。根据第四段中的“IntheUnitedStates,overseventypercentofthepopulationhaveweightproblems.Thismeanstheyareatriskofillnesssuchashighbloodpressureandheartdisease.”可知,体重问题会导致高血压。
4.C　推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“thebestwaytocontrolweightgainistohaveahealthy,balanceddietandanactivelifestylewithdailyexercise”可知,科学家们认为均衡的饮食和积极的生活方式和日常锻炼是保持健康的最佳方式。由此推知,最后一段的目的是建议我们养成健康的生活方式。
Ⅱ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述了在科技发达的今天要学会从中放松自己。
1.F　上文“Intoday’sworldweareconstantlysurroundedbytechnology.It’struetosaythattechnologymakesourliveseasier.”说明科技给我们带来好处,下文“Otherwiseweputourselvesatrisk...somethingthatdoesn’tinvolvetechnology?”提倡做一些不涉及科技的事情,说明设空处应与上文形成转折关系。F项“然而,越来越多的科学家表示,我们需要让自己休息一下。”符合语境。
2.A　下文“Therearehundredsofpossibilities...haveanewsweaterfortheautumn!”讲述的是可以学习的新技能。设空处位于段首,具有引领下文的作用。A项“首先,你可以学习一项新技能”符合语境,下文提到的crafts,cooking,learningamusicalinstrumentoranewsport等,就是新技能的举例说明。
3.C　上文“Maybeyou’vealwayswantedtotryoutthatrecipe...useyourfreetimetolearnsomethingnew.”讲述的是学习新技能的可能性。设空处位于段尾,承接上文所讲。C项“也许这会在将来带来一个令人兴奋的机会。”符合语境,与上文句式相同,and和perhaps是关键词。
4.E　上文“Ifyoujustfancyrelaxing...youcangotoyourlocalpark.”讲述的是户外放松的方式。设空处承接上文,可能推荐不在海滩附近的放松方式。E项“为什么不去野餐,或者尝试辨认一些当地的野生动物呢?”符合语境,其中“Whynottakealong”与上文一致。
5.D　上文“Whateveryouchoosetodowithyoursummer,trysomethingnew!”讲述的是夏天的时候尝试做一些新的事。下文“Also,youmightmakenewfriends...youcouldspendyourtimedoing.”讲述的是打发时间时可以想一想做些其他的事。设空处位于段中,承上启下。D项“你可能会让自己惊讶,发现你隐藏的才能。”符合语境,hiddentalent呼应上文的somethingnew。
Ⅲ.【语篇导读】本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了西安钟楼的历史和最近对它进行的一次修复与重新开放。
1.wasbuilt　考查动词时态语态。提示词是谓语动词,与主语TheBellTower是被动关系,结合时间状语in1384可知应用一般过去时态。故填wasbuilt。
2.largest　考查形容词最高级。“oneof+形容词最高级+复数名词”为固定短语,意为“最……之一”,结合句意和并列的复合形容词best-protected可知,应使用提示词最高级largest,表示“中国最大钟楼之一”。故填largest。
3.centuries　考查名词的复数形式。根据上文“ahistoryofover600years”可知,钟楼已经屹立几个世纪,见证了几个世纪的变化和发展,century用复数形式。故填centuries。
4.to　考查介词。exposureto为固定搭配,意为“暴露于”。故填to。
5.dropping　考查非谓语动词。分析句子可知,提示词作with复合结构中宾语somepaint的补足语,与其之间是主动关系,故用现在分词表示主动。故填dropping。
6.its　考查代词。根据句意可知,提示词作定语修饰名词roof,表示“它的屋顶”,应用形容词性物主代词。故填its。
7.who/that　考查定语从句。空格后是限制性定语从句,修饰先行词visitors,关系词代替先行词在定语从句中作主语,应用关系代词who或者that引导该定语从句。
8.Visited　考查非谓语动词。分析句子可知,设空处是非谓语动词,与其逻辑主语it之间是被动关系,应使用过去分词表示被动。故填Visited。
9.toextend　考查非谓语动词。determinetodosth为固定搭配,表示“决定做某事”,跟不定式作宾语。故填toextend。
10.the　考查冠词。序数词前用定冠词限定,表示“第(几次)”。故填the。
Ⅳ.　　Jacklefttheoffice,feelingconfusedaboutthestrangerequest.Nosoonerhadheenteredhishousethanhetoldhismotherthestrangerequest.Feelinghappybutembarrassed,sheshowedherhandstohim.Theyouthcleanedhismother’shandsslowly.Histearsfellashedidthat.Itwasthefirsttimehenoticedthatherhandswerewrinkledwithmanybruisesandwounds.Someweresopainfulthatherhandsshiveredinwater.Aftercleaninghismother’shands,hewashedalltheremainingclothesforhismother.Theyouthunderstoodtherealintentionbehindthestrangerequest.
Thenextmorning,Jackwentbacktotheboss’soffice.Beforeopeninghismouth,hethoughtofwhathesawlastnight,eyesstreamedwithtears.Thebossnoticedandasked,“Jack,canyoutellmewhatyouhavedoneandlearned?”Fightingbacktears,Jacktoldhimthatitwasthefirsttimethathehadseenhismother’shandsclosely,theonesthatwashedclothesdayafterdaytopayforhisstudiesandhisfuture.“Youpassedtheinterview.Congratulations!”Thebossannounced.“Theonewhoappreciateshardworkandfamilyrelationshipsiswhatwearelookingfor.”