1. (2017八上·深圳期中) 阅读理解

    In America, there are chores(杂活) for children of different ages. American people think that it's important to tell children their duty in the family.

Ages 4-6	Ages 6-12	Ages 13 and Up
-Make their bed; -Clear dishes from the table; -Set the table; -Get the mail from the mailbox;	-Take care of pets; -Cook simple food; -Help wash the car; -Vacuum(吸尘) and sweep; -Take out the rubbish.	-Wash windows; -Clean out fridge; -Prepare a meal; -Make shopping lists; -Mow the lawn(剪草坪)

1. （1） This passage discusses something about _______ .

   A . American children B . children all over the world C . people all over the world D . Chinese children
3. （2） Why do American people think children should do chores in the family?

   A . Because children play all day. B . Because they think children should have good habits. C . Because they think it's important to tell children their duty in the family. D . Because parents want their children to be good.
5. （3） If Tom is 5 years old, he can ____________ .

   A . Prepare a meal B . set the table C . wash window D . Take out the rubbish
7. （4） Which of the following is NOT true?

   A . Children should help parents do housework. B . A 8-year-old child can help cook simple food. C . A 11-year-old child can take out rubbish. D . 17-year-old Mary may not be able to wash windows.
9. （5） What does this passage mainly about?

   A . Why children should do chores. B . What chores should children of different ages do. C . Children have duty in their family. D . American children like doing chores.