【正文】 e sofa when a crow suddenly landed on the window edge. My son asked me 23 times what it was, and I replied him 23 times that it was a crow. I hugged him lovingly each time he asked me the same question. I didn’t at all feel angry, but instead felt affection for my son.If your parents reach old age, do not look at them as a burden, but speak to them gently, and be kind to them. From today say this aloud, “I want to see my parents happy forever. They have cared for me ever since I was a little child. They have always showered me with love. I will take care of my old parents in the best way no matter how they behave.”49. The writer mainly intends to ______ . A. tell us the function of a diary B. call on us to love our parents C. teach us what a crow is D. introduce a pair of son and father50. The underlined word “affection” (last but one Para.) probably means______. A. puzzlement B. hatred(恨) C. worry D. love 51. We can infer that the father wrote that piece of diary at the age of ______. A. eighty B. three C. thirtyeight D. fortyfive52. The old man brought out the diary, which he had kept since his son was born, because ______. A. he forgot what had happened B. he would like his son to read it C. it could remind himself of the past D. he wanted to find what a crow was BAmong the many things that Brisbane (布里斯班), Australia, does really well, the care for kids is the best one. Here is a list of places that will be suitable for your kids.Swimming poolsSimple way for happiness: mix kids with water. Of course, this is a choice for the hot summer months.ParksFree outdoor fun: it’s suitable for kids of all ages. It’s a place for parents to let kids run wild.The Children’s Art CentreThe Children’s Art Centre has been very popular. Kids’ favorite here is some exhibitions specially designed for children. But we must pay some money.South Bank ParklandsSouth Bank Parklands has everything you need to keep kids amused. Take them for a swim at the manmade beach. On weekends, go through the arts market or go to a cheap movie. South Bank Parklands often gives free performances too.Roma Street ParklandClose to bus transport, this parkland is easily accessible（可進(jìn)入的）. It’s ideal (理想的) for kids of all ages. Younger kids can take a trip on the Jelly Bean Express, a km trackless train ride around the parkland. Free entry and open every day.53. What does the text mainly talk about?A. Brisbane—a beautiful city in Australia. B. How to travel in Brisbane.C. Famous parks and activities in Brisbane.D. Some interesting places for kids in Brisbane.54. If your kids want to watch performances for free, you can take them to ______.A. South Bank Parklands B. Roma Street ParklandC. The Children’s Art Centre D. Parks55. What can we know about Roma Street Parkland?A. It opens only at weekends. B. Only younger kids can visit it.C. We need not buy tickets for a visit. D. Younger kids have to walk while visiting it.56. What do kids love best in the Children’s Art Centre?A. Manmade beach. B. Some exhibitions.C. Arts market. D. Jelly Bean Express.57. Who will be interested in the text most?A. Children and parents. B. Artists C. Movie lovers. D. Swimmers.CYou are enjoying the beautiful scenery in a quiet place, but suddenly the peace and quiet is interrupted（打斷）by the noisy sound of a cellphone(手機(jī))! Cellphones are everywhere, and some people don’t know what the limits of cellphone use are.For me, it’s just a matter of education, good manners, and mon sense. If I go to a beautiful place, it is because I want to enjoy nature. I can do it, but without bothering (打擾) other people.Nowadays, that’s the biggest problem. People disturb other people, first with the ringing of their cellphones and then with their conversations because they usually speak very loudly. Not everybody in a public place should have to listen to private conversations (私人談話). Even more annoying, you hear just one part of the conversation.People need to learn how to use cellphones correctly. If there is an emergency (緊急情況)，cellphones are acceptable, but remember that just a few years ago few people had cellphones and the whole society survived!But again, not everybody wants to listen to other people’s private conversations. It’s like smoking. People don’t want to be bothe