Old George bought the black gloves for just $35 ten years ago. They were made of lamb skin, soft and warm and very strong. Until then, he had worn cheaper manmade material. Those gloves never lasted longer than three years. He first decided to buy the expensive gloves, because they would make him feel nice in front of others.
George never let a drop of water or rain touch his expensive gloves, so they looked new. Losing this favourite thing was almost like losing a child to him.
Bad luck! George lost his expensive gloves on New Year's Day.
Back home, George was at a loss. In deep winter, he could not do without a pair of gloves. If he bought cheap ones again, he would have to replace (更换) them very soon. If he bought a new leather pair, it would cost $50 now. He was upset that people no longer returned things they found on the road.
After the holiday, poor George decided to buy another leather pair. Before boarding the subway, he went into Value Mart again to see if his gloves had been returned to the Lost and Found Office (失物招领处).
“What colour are they？” the woman in the office asked again.
“Black，” he gave the same answer. She looked into her drawer and drew out a pair of men's leather gloves. “Are they？”
“Yes! Those are mine！” George explained, with great joy in his eyes.
1.When did George buy the leather gloves?
A. On New Year's Day. B. Before the holiday.
C. Ten years ago. D. In the winter.
2.Why did George decide to buy the expensive gloves?
A. Because they were black.
B. Because they made him feel good before others.
C. Because they had a long history.
D. Because they were much cheaper.
3.The leather gloves looked new after years because ________.
A. George took very good care of them
B. they were soft and warm
C. they were expensive
D. George washed them with water
4.How did George feel when he got home on New Year's Day?
A. He was happy. B. He felt nice.
C. He was thankful. D. He felt upset.
5.About old George, which of the following is true?
A. He was a very rich man.
B. He never bought cheap gloves.
C. He believed somebody would return the gloves to him.
D. He hadn't expected to get his gloves back.
