question: CHAPTER XIII

The first few seconds after the entrance of the two men were monopolised by the greetings of Pamela with her brother. Fischer stood a little in the background, his eyes fixed upon Lutchester. His brain was used to emergencies, but he found himself here confronted by an unanswerable problem.

"Say, this is Mr. Lutchester, isn't it?" he inquired, holding out his hand.

"The same," Lutchester assented politely. "We met at Henry's some ten days ago, didn't we?"

"Mr. Lutchester has brought us a letter from Dicky Green, Jimmy," Pamela explained, as she withdrew from her brother's arms. "Quite unnecessary, as it happens, because I met him in London just before we sailed."

"Very glad to meet you, Mr. Lutchester," Jimmy declared, wringing his hand with American cordiality. "Dicky's an old pal of mine--one of the best. We graduated in the same year from Harvard."

Conversation for a few minutes was platitudinous. Van Teyl, although he showed few signs of his recent excesses, was noisy and boisterous, clutching at this brief escape from a situation which he dreaded. Fischer on the other hand, remained in the back-ground, ominously silent, thinking rapidly, speculating and theorising as to the coincidence, if it were coincidence, of finding Lutchester and Pamela together. He listened to the former's polite conversation, never once letting his eyes wander from his face. All his thoughts were concentrated upon one problem. The mysterious escape of Sandy Graham, which had sent him flying from the country, remained unsolved. Of Pamela's share in it he had already his suspicions. Was it possible that Lutchester was the other and the central figure in that remarkable rescue? He waited his opportunity, and, during a momentary lull in the cheerful conversation, broke in with his first question.
1. Who was Pamela with?
2. How many men did they greet?
3. Had Fischer met Mr. Lutchester before?
4. Where?
5. And when was that?
6. What did Lutchester have for Pamela and her brother?
7. From whom?
8. Was that exciting for Pamela?
9. Had Pamela recently met Dicky?
10. Where?
11. Did Jimmy go to an Ivy League college?
12. Did he have a good friend there?
13. Is Fischer talking a lot at the gathering?
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answer: 1. her brother
2. two
3. indeed
4. at Henry's
5. about ten days ago
6. a letter
7. Dicky Green
8. unknown
9. yes
10. in London
11. yes,Harvard
12. Dicky
13. some

question: Although Tokyo is one of the most expensive cities in the world , you will be surprised that there are still some free activities in Tokyo. Free temples ( ) There are many temples in Tokyo.The most famous one is Meiji Jingu.This is the most important temple in Tokyo. If you visit it , you can know more about Japanese history .Of course , it's free. Free museums If you go to Kanto Earthquake Museum , you can see the exhibitions and the memorial for the people who died in the 1923 earthquake _ Free parks There are two famous parks in Japan. They are Yoyogi Park and Ueno Park .Yoyogi Park is one of the largest parks in Tokyo .It is now a great place to see street performers.Ueno Park is popular with many Japanses people and foreign visitors. Free snacks Janpanese food is delicious and healthy . You can try different kinds of snacks , before spending money on them. You don't need to pay for them when you try them. ,, . (1,5)
1. Can you try food in Japan?
2. Is it free?
3. Is it bad for you?
4. How many free parks are there?
5. Are they famous?
6. What are their names?
7. Which one is bigger?
8. What is the most well known temple in Tokyo?
9. What can you do there?
10. What is a free museum?
11. What can you see there?
12. Is Tokyo expensive?
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answer: 1. yes
2. yes
3. no
4. two
5. yes
6. Yoyogi Park and Ueno Park
7. Yoyogi Park
8. Meiji Jingu.
9. know more about Japanese history
10. Kanto Earthquake Museum
11. the exhibitions and the memorial for the people who died in the 1923 earthquake
12. yes

question: I often write about the bad state of television these days, but recently my mom told me about a story she saw on 60 Minutesthat was inspiring, educational, and entertaining for the whole family. I went to the show's website to see for myself. My mom was right. At a time when even Barbara Walters says she's really bored with celebrities interviews, this one will not disappoint.

It's the story of Derek Paravicini, a 30-year-old who was born three months early, physically disabled (he can't button his own shirt), blind, and severely autistic .

Yet, through total luck and coincidence, his family discovered that Derek had a remarkable musical talent when he was three.

Derek can hear any musical composition one time and play it perfectly on the piano.

That's right. He only has to hear it once.

Even more unbelievable, his brain, like a computer, can keep many songs that he can immediately repeat when asked. But his talent isn't limited to just learning things by heart. Derek is a true musical genius and artist who plays beautifully in a wide range of styles and can make his own music.

With his talent, Derek has raised millions of dollars putting on charity concerts. He also donates his time to senior centers where he acts as a human jukebox machine, taking requests from senior citizens who haven't heard their favorite songs for decades.

As it turns out, Derek loves people and his extraordinary talent has been the key to unlocking his personality and social development.

If you want to inspire your family, pop some popcorn and sit everyone down to watch this excellent piece of journalism. If your kids are like mine, it will cause a great family discussion about the definition of "disability" and the extraordinary ability of the human brain and spirit. It may even give you the perfect answer the next time your child says he or she "can't" do something. Now that's priceless.

Who says there's nothing good on TV?
1. What is Derek's unique skill?
2. When did his parents discover this?
3. Does he have a typical brain?
4. What is different about him?
5. What are his disabilities?
6. What is his age?
7. Did the author uncover his story on Good Morning America?
8. How did his family discover his talent?
9. How many times does he need to listen to a song to memorize it?
10. Does Derek avoid all communication with people?
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answer:
1. He can hear any musical composition one time and play it perfectly on the piano.
2. When he was three.
3. No.
4. His brain is like a computer.
5. He's blind.and severely autistic.
6. 30.
7. No.
8. Through total luck and coincidence.
9. Once.
10. No.