“Oh, let’s just go inside.” Jack laughed. My mother opened the door. “Happy Birthday!” we shouted. Jack handed the box to her. She opened it up. Suddenly, her eyes were filled with tears. “Mom, what’s wrong?” I asked. “I’m sorry,” she said, wiping her eyes. “This is only the second gardenia corsage I’ve ever received. I was given one years ago, long before you kids were born.” “From who?” I asked. “Your father,” Mom said. “He gave me one right before we were engaged.” My eyes locked on Jack’s as I blinked away(眨掉) tears. Dad’s test? I knew Jack had passed.
21.According to the text, we know the writer’s father was __________.
A. interested in observing things around B. good at judging one’s character
C. strict with her boyfriend D. fond of challenges
22. What is the main idea of Paragraph 2?
A. Jack got the family’s approval except Dad’s. B. Jack was different from any other boy.
C. Jack was getting on well with Mother. D. Jack knew a lot about piano.
23. The underlined word “proposal” in Paragraph 5 means __________.
A. piece of advice B. wedding ceremony
C. celebration of birthday D. offer of marriage
24. On hearing “moving in with you”, the writer felt _________.
A. pleased B. worried C. surprised D. disappointed
