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Mother’s Day is a holiday for mothers. It is celebrated(庆祝)in the United States, England, India and some other countries. In a short time, it becomes widely celebrated. Mother’s day falls on the second Sunday in May. On that day, many people send gifts(礼物)of love to their mothers.

Those whose mothers are still living often wear a pink or red rose or carnation(康乃馨)， while those whose mothers are dead wear a white one.

The idea of a day for mothers was first given by Miss Anna Jarvis of Philadelphia. As a result of her hard work, the celebration of the first American Mother’s Day was held in Philadelphia(费城） on May 10, 1908. Soon the holiday became popular all over the country and around the world.

In China, people do the same on the day for mothers. And, in some cities, people sometimes ask a song to be broadcast(广播) for his or her mother only. This might cost a little money for some of them, but, as it is said, “Love is invaluable.”

On May 8, 1999, just the day before the Mother’s Day that year, a Chinese mother was killed in criminal bombing(罪恶轰炸). Her name is Shao Yanhuan, a heroic mother. All the Chinese will remember her forever.

1. Mother’s Day.

A. is a holiday for mothers

B. is celebrated in the United Stated only

C. falls on May 10 every year

D. was given by Miss Anna Jarvis

2.What was the date of the Mother’s Day in 1999?

A. May 7.            B. May 8.          C. May 9.            D. May 10

3.On Mother’s Day, people________.

A. send some flowers to their mothers.

B. wear a pink or red rose or carnation

C. wear a white flower

D. send gifts of love to their mothers

4. the underlined word “invaluable” means “________”.

A.美好的 B.无价的 C.永恒的 D.无私的

5.Maybe you’ve known the criminal bombing, which of the following ideas do you agree to?

A. Shao Yunhuan is a heroic mother.

B. A Chinese mother is the same as an American mother.

C. The bombing cannot get away with the crime (难逃罪责).

D. All of the above

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In the U.S. Mother’s Day is a holiday celebrated on second Sunday in May. It is a day when children honor their mothers with cards, gifts and flowers. First observance in Philadelphia in 1907,it is based on suggestions by Julia Ward Howe in 1872 and by Anna Jarvis in 1907.

Although it wasn’t celebrated in the U.S. until 1907,there were days honoring mothers even in the days of ancient Greece. In those days, however, it was Rhea, the Mother of the gods that was given honor. Later,in the 1600’s,in England there was an annual celebration called “Mothering Sunday.” It was celebrated during June, on the fourth Sunday ,the servants, who generally lived with their employers, were encouraged to return home and honor their mothers. It was traditional for them to bring a special cake along to celebrate the occasion.　　

In the U.S., in 1907 Ana Jarvis, from Philadelphia, began a campaign to establish a national Mother’s Day. Jarvis persuaded her mother’s church in Grafton, West Virginia to celebrate Mother’s Day on the second anniversary of her mother’s death, the 2ed Sunday of May. The next day Mother’s Day was also celebrated in Philadelphia, Jarvis and others began a letter-writing campaign to ministers, businessmen, and politicians asking to establish a national Mother’s Day. They were successful. President Woodrow Wilson, in 1914,made the official announcement recognizing Mother’s Day as a national celebration that was to be held each year on the 2nd Sunday of May.

Many other countries of the world celebrate their own Mother’s Day at different times throughout the year. Denmark, Finland, Italy, Turkey, Australia, and Belgium celebrate Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May, as in the U.S.

1..Mother’s Day in the U.S. was first celebrated　　　　　　 .

A. in 1872　　 B. in 1907　　 C. in the 1600’s　　 D. in 1914

2.The underlined word “observance” in the first paragraph probably means　 “　　　　 ”.

A. celebration　　 B. principle　　 C. holiday　 D. campaign

3.According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?

A. All the mothers were given honor in the days of ancient Greece.

B. Only the servants’ mothers were given honor on Mothering Sunday in England.　　

C. President Woodrow Wilson announced Mother’s Day as a national celebration.　　

D. Ana Javis’s mother probably died on the 2nd Sunday of May in 1907.

4.What could be the best title for this passage?

A. Mother’s Day of the U.S　　　　　　　　 B. Mother’s Day of the world

C. Ana Jarvis and Mother’s Day　　　　　 D. Styles of Mother’s Day

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Mother’s Day is a time of memory and celebration for Mom. The earliest Mother’s Day celebrations date back to ancient Greece in honour of Rhea, the Mother of Gods. During the 1600s, England celebrated a day called “mothering Sunday”. Celebrated on the fourth Sunday of Lent(四旬斋)，“mothering Sunday” honoured the mothers England.

During the time many of the England’s poor worked as servants for the wealthy.AS most jobs were located far from their homes, the servants would live at the houses of their employers. On Mothering Sunday, the servants would have the day off and were encouraged to return home and spend the day with their mothers. A special cake, called the mothering cake, was often brought along.

As Christianity(基督教) spread throughout Europe, the celebration changed to honour the “Mother Church”---the spiritual power that gave　 them life and protected them from harm. Over time the church festival combined with mothering Sunday celebration. People began honouring their mothers as well as the church.

In the United States Mother’s Day was first suggested in 1872 by Julia Ward Howe as a day devoted to peace. Then in 1907 Ana Jarvis, from Philadelphia, began a campaign(运动) to establish a national Mother’s Day. Ms Jarvis persuaded her mother’s church in Grafton, Virginia to celebrate　 Mother’s Day on the second anniversary of her mother’s death, the 2nd day Sunday of May. By the next year Mother’s Day was also celebrated in Philadelphia.

Ms Jarvis and her supporters began to write to ministers, businessmen, and politicians demanding to establish a national Mother’s Day. It was successful as by 1911 Mother’s Day was celebrated in almost every state. President Woodrow Wilson, in 1914, made the official announcement that Mother’s Day was a national holiday and it was to be held each year on the 2nd Sunday of May.

While many countries of the world celebrate their own Mother’s Day at different times throughout the year, there are some countries such as Denmark, Finland, Italy, Turkey, Australia, and Belgium which also celebrate Mother’s Day on the 2nd Sunday of May.

1.What is the author’s purpose in writing the first paragraph?

A.To raise questions. B.To introduce the topic.

C.To interest readers. D.To solve problems.

2.The earliest Mother’s Day was celebrated to___________.

A.mark the birth of Greece B.prepare for the autumn harvest

C.honour the Mother of Gods D.honour the mothers of England

3.The fourth and fifth paragraphs mainly talk about___________.

A.the feast of Mother’s Day in the U.S.

B.the origin of Mother’s Day in the U.S.

C.the development of Mother’s Day in the U.S.

D.the celebration of Mother’s Day in the U.S.

4.The passage is intended to______________.

A.give readers some information B.persuade readers

C.report a story D.amuse readers

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It was Mother’s Day, but I knew there would be no celebration for me. I was a mother of a very active two-year-old and my husband was a Captain of a Navy ship. That morning I had been up early and had already taken several phone calls from both Navy wives and other people needing to be comforted. After one phone call, I leaned back in my chair, and said, “Dear God, I am hustling to be a blessing to others, but what about me? Is there anything for me today?”

At that very moment the telephone rang. It was the voice of a little girl who said, “Miss Stephanie I’ve been thinking of you!” It took my breath away! I had known this girl from another city, but at that moment it was to me the voice of God! I greatly valued the thoughtfulness of the little one and her family who knew my husband was out. But even greater than their kindness, I felt deeply touched by the timing of the call and felt that precious voice spoke to me of God’s great love for me.

There have been many Mother’s Days since that one, but none so special, so deeply moving, so tenderly comforting. I will never forget the feel of knowing how loved I was, and that I would never be forgotten.

In the United States and elsewhere, Mother’s Day has become synonymous（与…同义）with lots of human expectations. If we’re not careful, the fulfillment of these clichés can become a false standard for feeling loved, and a heavy burden on our family. When I think of that Mother’s Day long ago, tears come to my eyes, but not out of sadness. I rejoice（庆幸）in the profound love and caring I felt and still feel to this day. This experience helps me see that love hugs everyone, and that makes my heart sing for us all!

1.How did the writer feel after comforting others on Mother’s Day?

A.Comfortable. B.Disappointed.

C.Anxious. D.Energetic.

2.What conclusion can we draw from the last paragraph?

A.Mother’s Day has become not so important in the United States.

B.The fulfillment of human expectations will never be a heavy burden.

C.The writer was always moved to tears on every Mother’s Day.

D.That Mother’s Day long ago had a positive influence on the writer’s life.

3.What can be a suitable title for the passage?

A.A Call from a Little Girl.

B.A Memorable Mother’s Day.

C.God’s Great Love for Everyone.

D.A Mother’s Day Long Time Ago.

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Mother’s Day is coming. It is a time to let Mom know she’s special to you. Finding the right for Mom on that day is not always easy. We often want something personal and thoughtful. But how can we make it? These following ideas may help you.

Gift of Time

Moms just want to spend time with their children so make it a Mother-Daughter/Son day. Spend the whole day with her. Do the things she likes doing with her.

Home Video

Take your family videos and make them a short home video. She can enjoy it whenever she misses you. Although it may take a lot of time, the process(过程) can be great fun and the result is often priceless(无价).

Mom Mix

Make a CD for her. It’s a collection of all the songs that remindher of you and your growing up.

Write a Letter

Write a letter instead of a simple card. Write about all the good memories you have with her and all the things she has done for you.

Flowers

People send carnations(康乃馨) on Mother’s Day. You can easily spend a lot of money on them. If you have flowers in your garden, or can handpick them, it can be a great gift.

Dinner

Make a dinner and invite her over. You can also take it over to her house and surprise her. Just don’t’ forget to wash the dishes after the dinner.

1.Why is it not easy to find a right gift on Mother’s day?

A．Because we want to save money

B．Because mothers don’t like gifts.

C．Because we always want to get something special

D．Because mothers are very difficult to deal with

2.Making a home video may be _______.

A．fun              B．boring            C．easy             D．nothing

3.What does the underlined word “remind” mean in Chinese?

A．使……防范       B．使……想起        C．使……经过        D．使….. 痛苦

4.How many kinds of ideas have been mentioned here for Mother’s Day?

A．4                B．5                C．6                D．7

5.From the passage we know _________.

A．you can buy a big cake for your mom on Mother’s day

B．writing a letter is better than sending a simple card to your mom on Mother’s Day.

C．inviting your mom to eat in a restaurant is a good gift for her.

D．buying carnations for her is a good way.

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Mother’s Day

The second Sunday in May is Mother’s Day. Mother’s Day is a special day for everyone! On that day, children usually give their mothers cards, presents and flowers. But most of the people like giving their mothers carnations(康乃馨). Somebody said God could not be everywhere and he made mother.

Father’s Day

Father’s Day is on the third Sunday in June.

Some Americans thought that if we had Mother’s Day, we should have a Father’s Day.

On Father’s Day, there is not any party. But children will give their father some presents and the best wishes. Father is great. We could give the best wishes to them.

Halloween

Halloween is on October 31st. On this day, in front of the house there are a lot of pumpkin lights. They are very beautiful. Every family has a lot of sweets. When children go to knock at their doors, people will give them sweets.

Easter

Easter is from 22nd March to 25th April. Easter is an important holiday in Western countries.

Chickens are usually born then. Many children buy chocolate and Easter eggs. They also make Easter eggs. Some people like this holiday because it is interesting.

Thanksgiving Day

Every last Thursday of November is a special day. Some American think Thanksgiving Day is more important than Christmas Day. On that day, all people have supper with their family together. Thanksgiving Day in America is a time to offer thanks, have family gatherings and enjoy holiday meals. People like to eat turkeys and some fruits. On that day people are all happy. But in Canada Thanksgiving Day is the second Monday in October.

1.On which day can children ask for and get sweets?

A.Father’s Day. B.Thanksgiving Day. C.Halloween. D.Easter.

2.What will Americans do on Thanksgiving Day?

A.They say thanks. B.They have friend gatherings.

C.They go on holiday. D.They buy many cards.

3.What can be the best title of the passage?

A.Some traditional festivals in America

B.A brief introduction of some special days

C.Festivals that are only celebrated in the West

D.Foreign festivals and customs.

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Once a year we show our love for our fathers by celebrating(庆祝) Father’s Day. This is the time when you have the chance to show your dad how much you love him. On Father’s Day, children usually give gifts to their fathers and take them out for a nice meal. But when and how did Father’s Day get started?

Father’s Day was introduced in the early part of the 20th century. It was to show love for our fathers in the same way that people did to mothers on Mother’s Day. This tradition began in Spokane, Washington, from an idea of a woman named Sonora Smart Dodd.

Mrs Dodd was raised by her father after her mother died. Looking back on all the things that he did for the family made Mrs Dodd realize just how special her father was. She realized that her father was a very loving man who should be honored and praised for all the things that he did for his family. Since her father was born in the month of June, Mrs Dodd decided to celebrate Father’s Day on June 19th, so the first Father’s Day was held in June, 1910.

By the year 1926, a committee (委员会) was formed in New York City to honor Father’s Day, and in 1956, it was recognized as a day of celebration. President Nixon made Father’s Day a national holiday in the year 1972.This is when it was decided that it would always be celebrated on the third Sunday of every June.

1. What is the best title for this passage?

A. The history of Father’s Day.           B. The story of Sonora Smart Dodd.

C. Something about Mother’s Day.      D. How to show your love for your father.

2. According to Paragraph 1, what do children usually do on Father’s Day?

A. Spend the whole day with their fathers.

B. Say aloud that they love their fathers.

C. Cook something nice for their fathers.

D. Prepare gifts for their fathers.

3. We learn that Father’s Day _______.

A. started from a story made up by a woman

B. is celebrated on the first Sunday of every June

C. is surely only celebrated by children in America

D. started from a woman’s wish to honor and praise her father

4. Americans have been celebrating Father’s Day as a national holiday since_____.

A. 1910    B. 1926    C. 1956    D. 1972

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How to Choose the Best Mother’s Day Gift

Let’s face it, shopping for that perfect gift on Mother’s Day can be very painful. 1.

That’s why they are spending tons of money on dinners and clothes. Instead of buying an expensive gift that your mom probably won’t ever use, take a look at the tips to help you pick out the right gift.

1.Remember all the little things.

Mother’s Day is a very special day. 2. You should try to buy gifts that she truly loves. For example, choose gifts that areabout her favorite foods, childhood memories, hobbies, etc. This will not only show that you care, but your gift will also be meaningful.

2.Think about the good old days.

3. Whether you buy another set of clothes that she used to wear or put together a collection of old photos in a photo album can make her feel special. These are probably the best types of gifts to give if you can pull it off（圆满完成）.

3.Give her a surprise.

It’s always fun to surprise our mothers and to see the joy on their faces. 4. If there is no possibility of it, take her out to an event or dining experience that is new and different. She may be surprised at how much fun she had.

4.Send her a handmade gift.

5. Sometimes, buying gifts can be a good choice on Mother’s Day. However, making a gift by hand shows the thought and care spent in giving the best gift for our mothers. Try something different like making her favourite food or knitting（编织）light blankets for the coming autumn season.

A. Making gifts are always better than buying gifts.

B. Sometimes a hug and a kiss can be the best gift of all.

C. Giving a gift that brings back memories can go a long way.

D. Colorful fresh-cut flowers are universally loved and will brighten her day.

E. Holding a surprise party for your mom can really make her feel appreciated.

F. Nowadays, many people don’t know what to buy for mothers on this special day.

G. But that doesn’t mean you should burn a hole in your pocket(花大把钱) to buy the most wanted gift.

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Mother’s Day is a time for children, young and old, to show how much they appreciate their mothers. Mother’s Day started in the US, where it’s celebrated on the second Sunday in May. 1.

It became an official US holiday in 1915. It was the result of the love of one girl, Anna Jarvis of West Virginia.2. As a girl, Anna helped her mother take care of the garden and filled it with white carnations (康乃馨), her mother’s favorite flower.

When Mrs. Jarvis died on May 5, 1905, Anna was determined to honor her. 3. On the same Sunday in Philadelphia, a minister honored Mrs. Jarvis and all mothers with a special Mother’s Day service. Anna Jarvis began writing to the government, asking them to set aside a day to honor all mothers. In 1910, the governor of West Virginia made the second Sunday in May Mother’s Day.

4.　 Other children give their mothers gifts that they’ve made themselves or bought from stores. Adults give their mothers red carnations, the official Mother’s Day flower. White carnations are placed on the graves of mothers who are no longer alive.

Mother’s Day is now celebrated in more than 40 countries, including Denmark, Finland, Italy, and Australia. 5. In France, Mother’s Day is the last Sunday in May. A cake in the shape of flowers is presented to mothers at a family dinner.

A.So why is it celebrated on different dates?

B.But do you know the origin of Mother’s Day?

C.Anna’s mother provided great support for the family.

D.But not all countries celebrate Mother’s Day at the same time.

E.The second Sunday in May was the Sunday closest to her mother’s death.

F.She asked the minister of her church to hold a special service in honor of her mother.

G.On the morning of Mother’s Day, some American children serve their mothers breakfast in bed.

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短文改错。

It is Mother’s Day today.Though it’s a western festival, it’s popular in China now.

Mom has a full-time job,so she has to do most of the houseworks.She is a great mother.Both Dad or I planned to do something on Mother’s Day.We get up early in the morning.Dad cleaned the house,and then went on shopping.When he came back,I found a bunch of flowers in her hand.I asked Mom to stay in the sitting room and I cooked in kitchen.The dishes what I cooked were Mom’s favoritiest.At dinner,we said to her,“Happy Mother’s Day！”Mom was grateful and moving.

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