ChristmasinAmericameansdifferentthingstodifferentpeople...

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Christmas in America means different things to different people. To some people, Christmas means brightly wrapped packages under a decorated tree. To others, it means family reunions and a wonderful meal together. To Christians, it means Jesus' birthday. Christmas also means lending a helping hand to people in need. Along with all the hubbub （忙亂）of shopping for presents and sending Christmas cards, many people in America take time to help others.

In America and around the world, Christmas offers many opportunities to spread "peace on earth, good will toward men." For example, Salvation Army bell ringers are a familiar sight to most Christmas shoppers. They stand outside malls and stores collecting money for the needy. Many churches and other organizations collect toys and clothes as Christmas gifts for poor families. Going caroling is another traditional way to bring cheer to neighbors--especially the elderly and people who can't get out much. The Christmas spirit encourages people to help each other in many large and small ways.

The spirit of helping others isn't limited to Christmas, however. Americans help others year round. Civic clubs such as the Lion's Club, the Elk's Club and the Rotary Club take part in local community projects. Many organizations exist just to help others. The Make a Wish Foundation gives terminally ill children a chance to have their dream come true. Habitat for Humanity helps poor people build their own houses. And besides supporting worthy causes with their money, thousands of Americans donate their time by serving as volunteers in hospitals, homeless shelters and schools.

As the old saying goes, "Charity begins at home"--but it doesn't stop there. Americans are concerned about helping needy people in other countries, as well. The U.S. is often one of the first countries to provide relief to areas of the world in severe need. Many American organizations reach out to suffering people in other countries. Some of them have programs by which donors can sponsor needy children. For a certain amount per month, people can provide these children with food, clothing and education.

28. According to the passage, Christmas in America means things EXCEPT______

A. that many people spend the day with family members.

B. that many people offer and receive various beautiful presents.

C. that stores are crowded with shoppers

D. that Americans have very few chances to offer their kindness.

29. In the second paragraph, the author tries to tell the readers:_________

A. Americans have different customs in Christmas.

B. in America Christmas offers many opportunities to help others.

C in Christmas many Americans have trouble with their life.

D. in America Christmas is a cheerful festivals

30. The underlined phrase “terminally ill children” in the third paragraph means_____

A. the children who are dying of some incurable illness