After graduating from high school,Jessica attended the University of Arizona,where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Psychology.When talking about her major,she frequently explains that Psychology has a great effect on her life,helping her out of a physical limitation.
During college,Jessica signed up for a club of Taekwondo(跆拳道)and learned all of the color belt material.The instructors created a course that would be accessible to any future armless students.Jessica became the first armless person to earn a black belt in the club.
Jessica’s most famous accomplishment was learning how to fly.It took three states,four airplanes,two flight instructors and a discouraging year to find the right aircraft.She received the Guinness World Record for being the first person permitted to fly an airplane with only her feet.
Now Jessica works as a motivational lecturer.She travels the world sharing her story and encouraging people to be creative with the slogan“Think outside the shoe”.
6.From what Jessica’s father said,we know that________.
A.he showed sympathy to her
B.he had confidence in her
C.he lost hope in her
D.he felt sorry about her
7.What encourages Jessica to keep dancing for so many years?
A.The support of her family.
B.Her dance teacher’s words.
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