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At 15, Stephen Sutton found out that he had cancer. Instead of feeling sorry for himself, he decided to make the most of the day and live every second to the fullest. He ended up achieving more in a few years than many could in a lifetime.

Stephen made a long list, which had goals ranging from skydiving to hugging a huge animal. He didn't manage to check off all the items on his list, but he did achieve the first item, which was to raise money for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

At first, he set out to raise £10,000 for the Trust. However, the passion (热情) he put into his fund-raising efforts drew the attention of many famous people. In a matter of months, Stephen raised over £3 million.

Stephen had wanted to study hard and become a doctor so that he could make a contribution to the world. However, his doctors suggested that he take a year off from school. Instead of following their suggestion, Stephen continued with his studies, receiving excellent grades.

In December 2012, doctors told him that his disease was not able to be cured. That was when he made his list and decided to put his energy into raising money for young people with cancer. Stephen saw this as the best way to make his own life better. "I don't see the point in measuring (测量)life in terms of time anymore. I'd rather measure life in terms of making a difference, "he said.

On May 14, 2014, Stephen passed away in his sleep. He was 19. Tributes (哀悼) poured in from all over the world, calling him exactly what he was—a selfless and inspiring person. His experience teaches us the importance of appreciating life and helping others.

1. （1） According to the passage, which of the following about Stephen is TRUE?

   A . Stephen felt really sorry for himself after knowing the fact. B . Stephen managed to raise much more money than he had expected. C . Stephen followed his doctors' suggestion and took a year off from school. D . Stephen was lucky to achieve all of his wishes on the list at last.
3. （2） Why did Stephen want to become a doctor?

   A . To raise more money for the Trust. B . To make his own life much better. C . To help the world and people in need. D . To show his great ability in learning.
5. （3） How old was Stephen when he decided to raise money for the Teenage Cancer Trust?

   A . 15. B . 17. C . 19. D . 21.
7. （4） What is the correct order in which these events happened?

   a. Stephen wrote down his wishes and tried his best to raise money for the Trust.

   b. Although Stephen died at a young age, people praised him highly.

   c. A lot of people followed Stephen, and he raised over £3 million at last.

   d. Stephen discovered that he had cancer and decided to do something different.

   A . d-c-a-b B . a-c-d-b C . a-d-c-b D . d-a-c-b