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(2021·天津卷改编)
Most of us associate learning with younger people—kids in school and college or recent graduates early in their careers.But at Udemy,an open university offering online courses,Artist Anneke Camstra is engaged in the pursuit of lifelong learning and displays her potential for teaching.She loves the experience of gaining new knowledge and also loves sharing it with others.“I’m retired,but an artist never retires,”Anneke said.“The last few years on the Internet have been a great joy for me.I’ve taken so many Udemy courses,and it’s such a great feeling to get my brain working again.I find just as much satisfaction in teaching animation(动画制作) too.”
She reaches countless people with her online courses and exposes them to what they can accomplish on their own using animation software.Her motivation for teaching on Udemy is “to get the tools to the people.”“You can go such a long way to make things that look professional but still have your own voice,”she explained.
Most of Anneke’s students start out thinking they’re not creative and can’t draw.Anneke understands how fear can get in the way of so many things people dream of doing.With her five-day challenge courses,she helps them get over the fear.Anneke loves the impact she has on her students.What makes her more proud of them is that they have gone from their first animation to creating their own works.
She encourages people of all ages,especially older people,to cultivate their curiosity for life.
“I’m an older woman,teaching and having fun learning again,”Anneke said,and she wants others later in their lives to catch up with her on this journey.
1.What does Anneke enjoy doing after her retirement?(no more than 10 words)
2.According to Para.2,what does Anneke expect her students to do with animation software?(no more than 10 words)
3.What is the main idea of Para.3?(no more than 15 words)
4.Please explain the meaning of the underlined word in Para.4.(1 word)
5.What do you suggest old people learn to do?Please give your reason(s).(no more than 20 words)
