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Frank Rothwell, 70, from Oldham, England, set off the Canary Islands on December 12, 2020 and crossed the finish line in Antigua 56 days later. He finished the 3,000 mile journey a week ahead of time. “I felt very excited getting close to the finish,” he said. “It took six long weeks to row the Atlantic, but the challenge itself has taken over 18 months of training and preparation, so I’m very proud of what I’ve got and the amazing journey that I've been on.”

Rothwell took part in the journey with the goal of raising £1 million for Alzheimer’s Research UK. More than 9,400 people helped him reach his goal. As of February 16, 2021, he has raised £1,048,783.

Rothwell’s journey was also to remember his brother-in-law, who died at 62 years old from Alzheimer’s disease. “While rowing, I received many messages from people who have had similar experiences to my own, with my brother-in-law, Roger, so I hope I’ve helped other families in some way too,” he said. Rothwell hopes it will help find a life-changing treatment for the disease.

“Many congratulations to Frank Rothwell for reaching his dream fundraising goal of £1 million for dementia(痴呆症) research after rowing 3,000 miles across the Atlantic Ocean!” Alzheimer’s Research UK wrote on Facebook. “Thanks to Frank and all who have supported his challenge!”

1.Frank Rothwell finished his journey across _______.

A the Pacific Ocean

B the Indian Ocean

C the Arctic Ocean

D the Atlantic Ocean

解析：选D。细节理解题。根据文章第一段It took six long weeks to row the Atlantic...可知，弗兰克·罗斯韦尔划船完成了横渡大西洋的壮举，故选D。

2.How long did it take Rothwell to prepare for the journey?

A 56 days.

B Six weeks.

C Almost two months.

D More than one year and a half.

解析：选D。细节理解题。根据文章第一段...but the challenge itself has taken over 18 months of training and preparation...可知，挑战本身已经花了弗兰克·罗斯韦尔18个多月的训练和准备时间，故选D。

3.Which is NOT the reason for Rothwell to start the journey?

A To find a way to treat Alzheimer.

B To change the life of Alzheimer patients.

C To be in memory of his brother-in-law.

D To raise money for Alzheimer’s Research UK.

解析：选B。细节理解题。根据文章第二段和第三段内容可知，罗斯韦尔参加了这次旅行，目的是为英国阿尔茨海默病研究中心筹款，也是对他62岁时死于老年痴呆症的姐夫的纪念，他希望他的捐赠能帮助找到一种改变生命的治疗方法。文中未提及为了改变阿尔茨海默病患者的生命，故选B。

4.How did Alzheimer’s Research UK respond to Rothwell?

A They were thankful to him.

B They showed respect to him.

C They reported his story on social media.

D They e-mailed him a congratulation letter.

解析：选A。推理判断题。根据文章最后一段Thanks to Frank and all who have supported his challenge!可知，英国阿尔茨海默病研究中心感谢弗兰克和所有支持他挑战的人，由此说明他们很感激他，故选A。