One peaceful afternoon, I open a photo album. I turn to a photo of a nice old man I had the honor to meet once. The memories rush back. That old man was not only kind, but also a legend. He was once one of the glorious “Flying Tigers”.
The “Flying Tigers” were also known as the American Volunteer Group. They served in China before the United States officially got involved in World War Ⅱ. They fought bravely for us against the Japanese. Only a few of them are still alive.
Louis T. Sneddon was a tail gunner and assistant engineer with the 14th Air Force near Kunming.
I expected to meet a serious man, but in fact Louis was kind and always smiled at me.
“I’m happy to be back in your home after 60 years. China has been in my heart although far away,” he said to me.
I was astonished when he told me his story. He finished 30 to 40 flying tasks, with over 900 hours of flight time. The main task was to patrol (巡逻) and attack ships moving between Japan, China and the Pacific islands. Bomb runs would fly low under the radar, drop their bombs and fly over the ships. These were considered to be the most dangerous missions of the war.
“Were you ever afraid?” I asked.
“I don’t know. Well, I didn’t think much about it. I just… did it,” he said, with a smile on his face. “But I was fortunate. The 10-member crew of my plane all returned alive.”
He was badly wounded, but he did not report his wounds and kept flying. His bravery and spirit deeply moved me, while his personality taught me a life-lesson.
“Make every day count.” His words ring in my mind. But the important thing I learnt from him was that we need to overcome our fear. Sometimes we think too much about the consequences, when we should really breathe deeply and take the brave, necessary step.
4. When did the “Flying Tigers” serve in China?
A. When World War II broke out.
B. Before the US was formally drawn into World War Ⅱ.
C. When America got the final victory in World War Ⅱ.
D. After China declared war against Japan.
5. Which of the following is TRUE about Louis T. Sneddon’s main task?
A. It was extremely difficult and dangerous.
B. Louis T. Sneddon had to fly for 900 hours in this task.
C. No one but Louis T. Sneddon survived in this task.
D. Louis T. Sneddon was slightly wounded in this task.
6. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. A Tiger of a Man B. A Photo Album
C. Flying Tasks D. The American Volunteer Group
7. What was the intention of the author to write this passage?
A. To memorize a brave soldier.
B. To tell us a lesson of being optimistic.
C. To share his experience with us.
D. To appeal for peace forever.
答案
The “Flying Tigers” were also known as the American Volunteer Group. They served in China before the United States officially got involved in World War Ⅱ. They fought bravely for us against the Japanese. Only a few of them are still alive.
Louis T. Sneddon was a tail gunner and assistant engineer with the 14th Air Force near Kunming.
I expected to meet a serious man, but in fact Louis was kind and always smiled at me.
“I’m happy to be back in your home after 60 years. China has been in my heart although far away,” he said to me.
I was astonished when he told me his story. He finished 30 to 40 flying tasks, with over 900 hours of flight time. The main task was to patrol (巡逻) and attack ships moving between Japan, China and the Pacific islands. Bomb runs would fly low under the radar, drop their bombs and fly over the ships. These were considered to be the most dangerous missions of the war.
“Were you ever afraid?” I asked.
“I don’t know. Well, I didn’t think much about it. I just… did it,” he said, with a smile on his face. “But I was fortunate. The 10-member crew of my plane all returned alive.”
He was badly wounded, but he did not report his wounds and kept flying. His bravery and spirit deeply moved me, while his personality taught me a life-lesson.
“Make every day count.” His words ring in my mind. But the important thing I learnt from him was that we need to overcome our fear. Sometimes we think too much about the consequences, when we should really breathe deeply and take the brave, necessary step.
4. When did the “Flying Tigers” serve in China?
A. When World War II broke out.
B. Before the US was formally drawn into World War Ⅱ.
C. When America got the final victory in World War Ⅱ.
D. After China declared war against Japan.
5. Which of the following is TRUE about Louis T. Sneddon’s main task?
A. It was extremely difficult and dangerous.
B. Louis T. Sneddon had to fly for 900 hours in this task.
C. No one but Louis T. Sneddon survived in this task.
D. Louis T. Sneddon was slightly wounded in this task.
6. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. A Tiger of a Man B. A Photo Album
C. Flying Tasks D. The American Volunteer Group
7. What was the intention of the author to write this passage?
A. To memorize a brave soldier.
B. To tell us a lesson of being optimistic.
C. To share his experience with us.
D. To appeal for peace forever.
答案
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