Anniversary trips were a tradition that was nearly as old as our marriage. Each year, Jim and I took turns planning a secret trip for the other. I finally found a perfect spot: The Shire of Montana. It was a “hobbit house”. And our six-year-old daughter, Aurora, would also love it.

I was about to make a reservation when I saw a note on The Shire’s website: No kids allowed. We couldn’t leave Aurora behind. I asked if an exception might be possible. A reply came. “The rule exists because previous children destroyed large parts of the Elven Village,” wrote Mr. Michaels, the owner. “But if you promise that your daughter is responsible and will not touch anything, she can come.” Aurora was a well-behaved girl. I wrote back and filled in the reservation form.

The day finally arrived. I was excited very much. Still, turning onto Hobbit Lane, I felt anxious. “Children aren’t usually allowed here,” I reminded Aurora. “So you have to be very careful. You can look at everything, but don’t touch it.”

Then we began our journey. Aurora took everything in, keeping her hands pressed to her sides. “Remember, no touching,” I reminded Aurora, feeling like a complainer. Had I made Aurora so scared of touching things that she couldn’t think about anything else? What fun was that?

We spent several days at the Shire. I finally found that Aurora delighted in each discovery but never disturbed a thing. Being aware of boundaries didn’t take away the beauty and wonder; it allowed the Shire to remain beautiful. It was not so different from our family life, I thought. Jim and I moved through life side by side as a couple, but we’d learned to accept each other’s individuality and boundaries as well.

【小题1】What can we know from the second paragraph?

A．The visitors to The Shire of Montana all performed properly.

B．The author was dissatisfied with the reservation rules.

C．The process of arranging the trip was a bit difficult.

D．The Shire’s website failed to give useful information.

【小题2】What caused the author’s anxiety at the beginning of their trip?

A．Her fear of getting lost.	B．Her concern for their safety.
C．Her worry about her family’s feelings.	D．Her uncertainty about Aurora’s feelings.

【小题3】How did the author probably find her act of reminding Aurora?

A．It helped Aurora win praise from others.

B．It kept Aurora away from possible dangers.

C．It might prevent Aurora from fully enjoying herself.

D．It could let Aurora realize the value of cultural treasures.

【小题4】What is important in family life according to the author?

A．Taking responsibility for our own choices.

B．Respecting both personal needs and boundaries.

C．Learning how to find beauty in small things.

D．Trying to meet every family member’s expectations.