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Cory Nichol's whole life changed after he watched the documentary (纪录片) Hard Times. Lost on Lon

英语试题 08-14
Cory Nichol's whole life changed after he watched the documentary (纪录片) Hard Times. Lost on Long Island. This documentary follows four different families over six months as they struggle with unemployment. Cory knew he had to help any way that he could.
He founded an organization named “C the Difference”. The first step of his charity was to advertise. Using his own money, Cory had orange bracelets (手链) made. Now, he has sold the bracelets. A lot of people who are willing to donate bought them. “We've gotten donations from $5 to $500,” Cory said. “Every dollar really helps.”
Since founding the organization “C the Difference”, Cory has gotten the word out through e-mail and social media He has managed to get upwards of 7,500 and the amount will keep ring each month For Cox, his work is truly rewarding and he loves knowing that poll fortunate than him are really benefiting tom al the donations Once he said, “I was in the pantry (食品室) one time when a woman was taking food, and she was grateful for what I was doing That made me feel great.”
Cory's work has been truly remarkable. These past years he was recognized for “C the Difference” and was a recipient (获得者) of the New York State Prudential Spirit of Community Award. Cory was honored when he found out the news, and even more shocked When he found out that he was one of the only 102 winners out of the 28.000 applicants, As a recipient Cory got to travel to Washington D.C. with the other winners.
There are bright things in Cory's future. First, he wants to keep doing well in school. “I think school is really important to be successful in life.” In addition, Cory wants to keep “C the Difference” going through high school. “I am continuing to get donations, and to get younger kids and my peers involved to help each month”.
4. After watching the documentary, Cory _______.
A. set up a charity organization B. found a job in Long Island
C. donated money immediately D. felt the documentary interesting
5. Cory tried to raise enough money by _______.
A. wearing a ring and a bracelet B. spreading the word out
C. phoning to his friends D. collecting from his classmates
6. Cory felt _______ after he knew he was given an award.
A. proud and surprised B. interested and delighted
C. embarrassed and puzzled D. ashamed and frightened
7. We can infer from the passage that Cory will _______.
A. travel in Long Island alone B. stop raising money
C. study in Washington D. go on his charity
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