Peter Franklin is a taxi driver in New York City. He thought a lot about New York City. One day, he decided to go to radio stations to let more people know New York. Now, he had over 40,000 shows. They were both on the radio and Internet.

At first, he talked about things and people, but not about himself. But over the years he found that people loved to know more about him.

He is still talking about his city, his world and himself. He feels that he helps others know New York City better. He wants to keep doing this, because he loves it.

He isn’t just a taxi driver — he is an ambassador (大使) of a great city. He is a quiet person with few words, but when he talks about his city, he talks a lot. I like him and I like every one of you with the idea of making the world better!

1.What is Peter Franklin?

A. An ambassador. B. A taxi driver. C. A teacher. D. A policeman.

2.Why did Peter begin to talk on the radio?

A. Because it was interesting.

B. Because he wanted to let people know more about his city.

C. Because he wanted to make friends.

D. Because he thought he was wonderful.

3.Which of the following is NOT true about Peter?

A. He didn’t talk about himself much at first. B. He gives shows on the radio and Internet.

C. He knows much about the USA. D. He loves talking about New York City.

4.What does the writer think of Peter?

A. He is quiet and has few words. B. He is cute but noisy.

C. He is outgoing and noisy. D. He is friendly and funny.

5.What does the writer try to tell us according to the passage?

A. Taxi drivers know a city best. B. We should make the world better.

C. We can try to talk about our city on the radio. D. New York City has good taxi drivers.

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