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(2021·山东淄博一模)
A books-for-food programme in Guatemala is helping feed needy children as hunger rates rise during the pandemic(流行病). It is run by a local non-profit organisation that aims to feed nearly 400 children.
The programme is simple. People choose a book they want from a list of donated titles, and in return give bags of Incaparina, a high-protein drink mix. Bonifaz Diaz works for the programme. By bringing the books-for-food programme directly to people’s homes, Diaz makes sure donations keep flowing. He has travelled more than 2,000 kilometres on his bicycle, delivered loads of books and carried back thousands of kilograms of Incaparina for the non-profit group. Diaz sometimes pulls a small cart that helps him carry up to 57 kilograms of product. He has travelled as far as 60 kilometres for a delivery to a town in the Western Highlands, where road conditions are poor.
Nearly a year into the books-for-food programme, two more cyclists have joined Diaz. Ana Castillo is a high school teacher who recently received the sociology book from Diaz. She donates to the programme often. The 1.8 kilograms of Incaparina she provided will help one family eat for a month.
Castillo looks forward to choosing her books from the titles Diaz posts on social media. She also loves the feeling of a “growing circle” of giving and receiving.“You might not get to those places, but your help can.” she says.
Diaz says he plans to continue cycling against hunger as long as the need exists. He has faced his own economic difficulties since the theatre company he co-founded closed last spring. But the programme has kept him active.“It’s an opportunity to serve in which we all benefit.” Diaz says.
1.What is the purpose of the programme?
A.To serve the readers.
B.To produce Incaparina.
C.To offer poor children food.
D.To fight the pandemic.
2.What did Diaz do for the programme?
A.He set up a social media.
B.He made donations frequently.
C.He rented a cart to carry goods.
D.He travelled to deliver books and food.
3.How is the programme going now?
A.More people are involved in it.
B.Only two cyclists work for it.
C.Over 400 adults benefit from it.
D.Financial difficulties put it to an end.
4.Which word best describes Diaz’s attitude towards the programme?
A.Indifferent. B.Supportive.
C.Tolerant. D.Unwilling.
