My fellow Americans, earlier this year I announced my candidacy for president of our house, 347 Elm Street. My goal was simple: unseat my wife—Mommy, who I believed had grown careless in how she handled the affairs of our home.

My qualifications to take this house-hold of three in the right direction were evident. I was and remain the only one in the family who can open pickle jars. I was and remain the only one who can remember the Amazon Prime password. I was and remain the only one who doesn't scream when he sees small bugs. I was and remain the Best Dad—see my coffee cup.

It was a close contest where I pressed my opponent on the hottest topics of the day. On the issue of transportation, I questioned my rival's refusal to make left-hand turns. And on health care, I fought the lonely battle against buying a dog, reminding everyone, “I'm allergic!”.

But tonight, the votes have been cast, the people of this great house have spoken, and I respect their decision. And while I take great pride in how close the election was—two votes to one—it is clear that I will not be your next president As contentious as this campaign has been，it is now time to unite our home around the winner. I call for all my supporters, namely myself, to fall in line to ensure a smooth transition from the previous Mommy administration to the next Mommy administration, which will mark her 21st term in office. Although I will not be serving as your president and commander-in-chief, I will continue to fight for the things that my campaign stood for.

Now, as I prepare to end my campaign and take our new dog for a walk, I thank each and every voter, no matter whom you recklessly voted for. And may God bless 347 Elm Street.

【小题1】What was the author's purpose of participating in the election earlier this year?

A．To take the place of his wife.	B．To run for President of America.
C．To solve their household problems.	D．To help his wife to be more careful.

【小题2】How did the author feel after the result of the election was known?

A．Agreeable and optimistic.	B．Angry and disappointed.
C．Delighted and satisfied.	D．Desperate and helpless.

【小题3】What can be inferred about the author from the passage?

A．It was an unfair campaign.

B．His family was united and harmonious.

C．He took an absolute advantage over his wife in the election.

D．Compared to his wife, he could always drive in the right direction.