Ⅵ. 阅读还原
从方框中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，选项中有一项多余。
We all have a special feeling for our hometown. 1 Even if we move away, it stays with us forever. Why is that?
Our hometown is the very beginning of our life story. It is filled with our earliest memories! 2 For example, we took our first steps, met our first friends, went to our first school, and even learned to ride a bike for the first time in a park. All these "firsts" are like happy treasures in our minds, shining brightly no matter how much time passes.
3 We learned the local way of talking, celebrated hometown festivals, and understood our family's traditions. Through these experiences, we felt we truly belonged. This is how it helps us understand ourselves.
When we remember our childhood, our minds often think of happy, safe, and simple moments—playing outside, having family dinners, and getting excited about little things. 4
Even if our hometown isn't perfect, why does it still feel so special to us? 5 It is more than a place—it is a part of us, and will always be a warm, special corner.
A. It is like the home in our hearts.
B. Our hometown helps us know who we are.
C. It is where we experienced countless "firsts".
D. That's because it holds our earliest experiences.
E. People in our hometown are very hard-working and kind.
F. These warm moments make us feel love for our hometown.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.

Ⅶ. 阅读与回答问题
根据短文内容，回答下列问题(每题答案不超过 6 个词)。
Now David lives in Beijing. It's been more than 8 years since he moved from the US to Beijing. When he went off to college, he and his parents also lived in different cities, but they still kept in touch with each other by phone and email. At that time, it was easy for him to call up his mum and catch up with her. But when David lives in Beijing, he feels it is difficult to stay in touch with his family.
They're separated not only by distance, but also by time. There is a 12-hour time difference between Beijing and the US. This means that when it's morning in Beijing, it's nighttime in his hometown. This can make it difficult for David to find a suitable time to contact (联系) his family.
But he and his family make it work anyway. They try to choose times that are convenient for both of them. This means David usually calls his mum late in the evening in Beijing time. At that time, his mother is taking her lunch break. They often talk about their work, the weather, and whatever else is happening in their lives.
And of course, David tries to visit his home from time to time. He'll fly back to the US to see his parents and sisters for the holidays once a year. It's uncommon for them to get the whole family together—but when they do, they have a lot of fun.
Like many other foreigners living in China, David does miss his family. He tries to stay in touch with his family as much as possible. In his opinion, it's important to talk with his family.
1. How long has David stayed in Beijing?

2. How does David feel when he wants to stay in touch with his family?

3. When does David usually call his mother?

4. How often does David visit his family?

5. Which English saying will you use to describe David according to the last paragraph?