EF T2 Lv 4 Final Review

EF T2 Lv 4 Final Review

Climb rocks, Lose legs, Get new legs

When Hugh Herr was only eight years old, he was already climbing tall mountains in Canada. Rock climbing became his passion, the thing he really loved doing. In his early teens, he became a champion rock climber.

However, in 1982 when he was 18, he went winter climbing with a friend. A huge snowstorm developed and the boys were trapped for three nights in freezing weather. Herr’s legs froze from frostbite. As a result, Herr had to have his legs removed.

Climb rocks, Lose legs, Get new legs

Soon he learned to walk and climb on artificial legs. In spite of his handicap, Herr started to climb again and could soon keep up with other climbers.

He was inspired to study engineering, especially as it applies to the human body. After getting his Ph.D. from Harvard, Herr joined a research lab at MIT where he designed ways to help other people who have lost their limbs (arms or legs) to disease and accidents.

In recent years, Herr has won many awards for his work, but he still likes to rock climb when he has free time.

Multiple Choice

Hugh Herr could climb mountains in Canada when he was only eight years old.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

When he was 18, he got caught in a snowstorm and his legs froze.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

As a young man, Herr studied accounting at MIT.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Today, Hugh Herr likes to do Karate as a hobby.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Today, Hugh Herr likes to do Karate as a hobby.

• True

• False

Ask Emma about your Problems

Dear Emma,

I have a problem, and I need your help. My parents are really strict and never let me do anything! For example, when I go out with my friends, my mom always asks, “Where are you going? Who are you going with?” Two months ago, I got an earring and my father was really angry. He made me take it out. My parents want to control everything I do. But I’m 18 years old! 

A I try to talk to my mom and dad, but they don’t listen. They say, “This is our house and these are our rules.” Then we have a fight. Why is it so hard for them to understand me? 

Emma's Answer

Dear Josh,

You asked, “Why is it so hard for them to understand me?” That’s a good question. You’re growing up, but often it’s hard for your parents to see this. To them, you are still a child and they want to protect you. C

Sometimes, it’s hard to talk to your parents. Here’s an idea: Write your mother and father a letter. Explain your feelings calmly. In the letter, describe your friends. Tell your parents about yourself and your life, too. Then maybe they will understand you better. After your parents read the letter, try to talk to them. I hope this helps!

Multiple Choice

Why do people write to Emma?

• She is a friend of their family.

• She tells parents how to behave.

• They have problems and want her advice.

Multiple Choice

What is an example in the reading of Josh and his father fighting?

• His father won’t let him drive his car.

• His father made him take out his earring.

• His father asks questions all the time.

Multiple Choice

What did Emma suggest to Josh?

• to put his feelings in writing

• to fight back the next time

• to just do what his parents say

This Week’s Topic: Peer Pressure

It’s the week before school starts. Alicia Gonzalez is shopping for clothes with two friends, Nina and Vicki. Alicia puts on a black jacket, turns to her friends, and says, “Hey, what do you think?” A

The girls look at her and both start laughing. “No way, Alicia!”

Nina laughs. “That’s a guy’s jacket.”

Alicia frowns angrily. “Yeah, well … I like it.” “Yeah, “says Vicki, “but what will people at school say?”

Alicia thinks for a moment. Then she takes off the jacket. “Yeah, you’re right.”

Peer Pressure

Fifteen minutes later, Alicia is still thinking about the black jacket. “Yeah, there’s pressure to follow the crowd,” she explains. “If your clothes or hair are different, people make fun of you. You know, they laugh and point.” B

Vicki agrees. “It’s true. You even have to have a certain kind of boyfriend or girlfriend! I think these rules are childish. But when you’re different, you feel like an outsider. And that’s hard.”

Alicia walks away. “Hey, Alicia,” calls Nina. “Where are you going?”

“To get the black jacket. I don’t care about what others think. I like it, and I’m buying it.” C

Multiple Choice

What is the reading mostly about?

• shopping’s easier with friends

• peer pressure on a shopping trip

• three friends have lunch together

Multiple Choice

What does the clothing Alicia wants look like?

• an incredible black dress

• famous brand blue jeans

• a black boy-style jacket

Multiple Choice

What is the author’s purpose in writing this piece?

• to advertise back-to-school clothes

• to describe Alicia’s friends Vicki and Nina

• to point out a common teenage problem