1. (2021高二下·丽水开学考) 阅读理解

Compassion and love are concepts that are often thought to be felt by humans only. As the most intelligent creatures to ever walk the earth, we tend to assume that we are the only ones who can feel emotions. We forget that the speechless beings who live here with us - animals - also have the same capability.

During a cold night in Ontario, Canada, a passer-by spotted something on the side of the road that made her stop -a shaking dog curled up in the snow.

When she approached the pup, she discovered that she wasn't alone-she was cuddling five orphaned black kittens to keep them warm.

The dog surely could have found a safer place to stay for the night, but she chose instead to help not just herself but other stray animals as well.

The Good Samaritan called Pet and Wildlife Rescue and an animal control officer picked them up. When they got to the shelter, it was apparent that a close bond had already been formed between the dog and the orphaned kittens. The staff decided to name the kind dog Serenity in honor of her selfless act.

"It's truly heartwarming!" a shelter spokesperson told The Dodo. "It had been a very cold night so these kittens would have had a very hard time surviving."

Aside from requiring treatment for worm and flea infections, the orphaned kittens are now safe. Just like a proud and doting mother, Serenity insisted on checking on her babies regularly to oversee their progress.

The good news is that the kittens are now living with a foster family who will care for them until they are old enough to be adopted. Serenity, on the other hand, is still looking for a family.

According to the shelter, she loves zooming around in the yard and is big on playing. She is also quite jumpy, so she would do best in a home without small children.

1. （1） What did the passer-by see on the road?

   A . A dog curled up in the snow. B . Five kittens were in the snow alone. C . A dog was warming five kittens in the snow. D . A dog found a safe place to stay for the night.
3. （2） What does the underlined word "she" in paragraph 3 refer to?

   A . The passer-by. B . The dog. C . The kitten. D . The spokesperson.
5. （3） Where is the dog Serenity now?

   A . Living in the shelter. B . Being adopted by a family. C . Staying with the kittens. D . Playing with some children.
7. （4） What can we draw from the story?

   A . Animals and humans should live in harmony. B . A sad end can be turned into a positive one. C . Animals have the same capability with humans. D . Animals can feel compassion and love like humans.