三、阅读理解
Here are some new ideas to keep you busy and enjoy yourself during the holiday. By trying these activities, you’ll not only fill your time but also create meaningful memories.
Keep a houseplant
It’s fun to watch a houseplant grow from small to big. You can learn the beauty of life from it. It also helps keep the air in the room clean!
Make cookies
Making cookies is a great activity to enjoy with your family. You can design anything you like on the cookies. And the best part? You can eat them later!
Watch stars
On a clear night, get a chair and sit outside. Look up at the pretty night sky. You can see endless twinkling stars in the deep blue background. You’ll find the sky is enormous while you yourself are small.
Make a family photo album
A family photo album is very special. Print out your favourite photos from the past year and make them into an album. This will help you keep those happy memories.
() 1. Which of the following is a benefit of keeping a houseplant according to the passage?
A. It shows the beauty of life.
B. It makes the small house look bigger.
C. It helps keep the ground clean.
D. It can be a nice dish on the table.
() 2. What is the most suitable activity if we want to keep happy memories?
A. Watch stars.
B. Make cookies.
C. Keep a houseplant.
D. Make a family photo album.
() 3. What does the underlined word “enormous” mean?
A. Large.
B. Beautiful.
C. Dark.
D. Clear.
() 4. What can we infer about making a family photo album from the passage?
A. We need a good camera.
B. It leaves something special to the whole family.
C. It is only fun for people who love taking photos.
D. We can only print photos in a print shop.
() 5. What is the best title for the passage?
A. Heavy housework
B. Have a meaningful holiday
C. Plans for the holiday
D. How to keep busy

1. A
2. D
3. A
4. B
5. B