《2025年通城学典课时作业本八年级英语下册译林版苏州专版》

I'd like to thank you for sending money to Animal Helpers, an organization set up to help disabled people. As you know, you have helped make it possible for me to have Lucky. He has filled my life with pleasure. Let me tell you my story.
For the blind, the difficulty in walking or using hands is something that most people can't imagine. But there are many people who face these challenges, and I am one of them. Because I can't use my arms or legs well, normal things like answering the phone, opening and shutting doors or carrying things have always been difficult for me. Then one day last year, a friend of mine said that she would like to help me out. She said she would talk to Animal Helpers to see if it would be possible for me to get a specially trained dog. She thought a dog might cheer me up. I told her that I loved animals and that I'd love to have a dog. After six months of training with a dog at Animal Helpers, I was able to bring him home. My dog's name is Lucky—a good name for him because I feel very lucky to have him. You see, I'm able to have a “dog - helper” because of your kind donation!
You might ask how Lucky helps me. Well, he has been trained to understand different instructions. For example, I say “Lucky! Fetch my book. ” and he does it at once. He is clever and understands many English words, even some difficult ones like “downstairs”.
Lucky is an amazing dog. I'll send you a photo of him if you like, and I could show you how he helps me too one day. And I want to thank you again for supporting Animal Helpers.
1. Why does the writer name the dog Lucky?
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答案： Because the writer feels very lucky to have him.

2. What's the purpose of Animal Helpers and how does the dog Lucky help the writer?
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答案： Its purpose is to help disabled people. Lucky has been trained （by the organization） to understand different instructions.

3. What do you think of donating money to Animal Helpers? Why?
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答案： I think it is a helpful and meaningful way to help others. Because much money is needed to carry on with Animal Helpers.（言之有理即可）