may go wrong at school. Talking about the problems can make it easier to solve. Turning to a friend for help can be the first step in solving the problems. So to be a friend you must listen and understand. You must try to put yourself in your friend's place so you can understand the problems better.

　　No two friendships are ever exactly alike. But all true friendships have three things in common. If you plan to keep your friends, you must practice honesty, generosity and understanding.

24. According to the passage honesty is .

A. of little importance B. the base of a friendship

C. as important as money D. more important than anything else

25. Which of the following isn't mentioned in the passage?

A. Always tell your friends the truth.

B. Sharing your ideas and feelings with your friends is of great value.

C. Discussing your problems with your friends often helps to solve the problem.

D. A friend who gives you his lunch money is a true friend.

26. What is the first step to solve the problem?

A. Turning to a friend for help. B. Thinking about it by ourselves.

C. Making a plan. D. Talking about the problem.

27. The best title for this passage is"　　　　".

A. Honesty is the best policy B. A friend in need is a friend indeed

C. How to be a good friend D. Three important points in life

　　C

　　Types of Fire Extinguishers

　　Fire extinguishers(灭火器) are marked according to the kind of fire on which they should be used. Using the wrong type of extinguisher can be dangerous and make things worse.

　　Type A extinguishers are used for fires on paper, cloth, wood, rubber, many plastics and so on. These types of fires usually leave ashes when they burn, so use Type A extinguishers for fires that leave ashes.

Type B extinguishers are used for burning liquids, such as oil, gasoline, and paints.