Some people assumed that Nick’s physical disability meant that he would also be mentally disabled. However, Nick was one of the first disabled students to go to a mainstream school in Australia.

　　There were times when Nick felt depressed and angry because he couldn’t change the way he lived. For a time Nick felt like he was a burden to his family and the sooner he went, the better it would be for everyone. Nick actually wanted to end his pain and his life at a young age, but he was thankful once again, for his parents and family who were always there to comfort him and give him strength.

　　One of the first lessons that Nick learnt was not to take things for granted. At the age of twelve he realized just how much he was blessed with.

　　55. The first paragraph serves as a(n)

　　A. summary

　　B. introduction

　　C. explanation

　　D. conclusion

　　56. Why did his parents feel greatly surprised when seeing the new baby?

　　A. He was born without arms and legs.

　　B. He came earlier than expected.

　　C. He resembled neither his father nor his mother.

　　D. He was seriously ill at birth.

　　57. What gave Nick the strength to survive?

　　A. Comfort from his parents and family.

　　B. Kind help from his classmates.

　　C. Strong faith in his great ambition.

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