ANON, VIA EMAIL

Dear Anon,

　　Something you loved deeply has gone from your life, so of course you are sad. We love our pets differently from family members or friends and part of that is because we know they will probably die before us. Our time with our dogs or cats is precious precisely because we understand it is limited.

　　As humans, we go through most of life understanding we would die one day. But animals don't. We are the keeper of the secret. Of course, living a life unencumbered(不受妨碍) by thoughts of death means that our pets, in general, lead very simple, happy lives. It's one of the reasons why they are such a joy to be round. You are, of course, correct when you say that many people don't understand your grief, so don't talk to them. Share your feelings with like-minded souls. I'm sure a simple search online will reveal many practical advice for moving on.

　　And when you are ready, you can welcome another animal into your life and then you will enjoy happiness again.

GRAHAM, VIA EMAIL

24. What can we learn about Anon?

A. She feels bored with her normal life. B. Her pet's sudden death hits her greatly.

C. Her partner won't understand her feeling. D. She can't get along well with her relatives.

25. Graham thinks that our time with pets is precious because ____.

A. they have no secrets B. they are very simple

C. their life is very short D. they are always happy

26. In Graham's opinion, Anon should ____.

A. tell her pet from family members B. avoid telling others her own secrets

C. adopt another animal as her new pet D. try her best to understand other's grief

27. Who would Graham probably be?

A. One of Anon's family members. B. One of Anon's like-minded friends.

C. A pet lover who provides advice online. D. An expert on dealing with relationship.