Over the weekend , a single image of a boy reading to an orange cat was uploaded to Reddit, an entertainment, social networking and news web
site, and has since become widespread.
In August 2013, the Animal Rescue League of Berks County, Pennsylvania , US, began running a unique program called “Book Buddies,” where children in grades 1-8 volunteer to read books to sheltered cats. The idea was inspired by a 10-year-old named Sean, the son of Kristi Rodriguez, who organizes the way people work together in the shelter.
“The program will help children improve their reading skills while also helping the shelter animals. Cats find the rhythmic sound of a voice very comforting and soothing.” the shelter explained.
Once a child finishes reading five books, they are rewarded with prizes, such as snacks. Not to mention, they are given the opportunity to develop their reading skills while also doing their part to care for the animals.
If you happen to talk to people who have never owned a cat or don’t like cats, they will probably tell you that cats don’t show affection, or they are proud, cool and remote in character. But that is not true. The cats in Berks County, despite not having permanent homes, can `be seen showing lots of loving affection towards the children.
You can donate money to the shelter through its website, or visit it on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and other social networking websites.
21 We know from the text that “Book Buddies”_______________
A encourages kids to read to their pets B was founded by Kristi Rodriguez
C welcome children in grades 1-8 D was named by a 10-year-old boy
22 The underlined word “soothing ” in Paragraph 3 probably means __________
A confident B relaxing C familiar D unforgettable
23 What is the author’s attitude towards the project?
A Uncertain B Supportive C Uninterested D Surprised