Dr. David Treffert, an expert on savant syndrome, once described Peek as “a living Google” because of his astonishing ability to memorize and connect facts. However, at the same time, Peek was unable to carry out simple tasks, such as brushing his hair or getting dressed, and he needed others to help him. In 1989, the movie Rain Man won the Oscar for best Picture. The main character in the movie, played by Dustin Hoffman, was based on Kim Peek’s life. He started to appear on television, where he would amaze audiences by correctly answering difficult questions on different topics. Peek became world famous, and he and his father began touring widely to talk about overcoming disabilities. He inspired a great many people with his words. “Recognizing and respecting differences in others, and treating everyone in the way you want them to treat you, will make our world a better place for everyone. Everyone is different.”
1. The underlined word “prodigious” in Paragraph 1 probably means ________.
A. happy
B. vivid
C. amazing
D. short
2. According to the text, Peek ________.
A. could take care of himself
B. was born with a good memory
C. was the student of Dr. David Treffert
D. became brain-damaged at 20 months old
3. How is Paragraph 3 mainly developed?
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