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At age seven, before she even started second grade, NeijaeGraham-Henries became the world's youngest female barber (理发师). Now ten years old, Neijae volunteers to give free haircuts to kids going back to school and to people in need. We asked her about it.

What sparked (点燃) your interest in becoming a barber?

My brother had signed up to take a six-week introductory (入门的) course. But after the orientation, he said he was not interested. I told Mom that since my brother didn't want to attend, I would. Finally, I was the only girl in the course.

What do you do at the barbershop where you took the course?

I've volunteered at the owner's events in the city to cut hair for people who have no homes or jobs. I've also given free back-to-school haircuts. And I practice under the watchful eye of licensed barbers.

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Happy! It gives me a chance to help others look their best. A haircut can change someone's appearance. When a person sits in my chair, they're going to look their very best because I'm very detailed (细致的). Right now, I prefer cutting kids'hair. When doing community service, I give haircuts to both kids and adults.

What advice would you give kids about pursuing (追求) a new interest?

It's importlant to believe that you can do anything if you put the effort in the work. We all have a purpose to achieve during life. Don't be afraid to go for it! I had no idea about barbering but wanted to give it a try, and I am so glad that I did.

1. （1） What can we know about Neijae?

   A . She is seven ycars old now. B . People should pay for her haircut. C . She was the only girl in the course. D . Homeless people can't get her haircut.
3. （2） Which may be the best question for " △ "?

   A . Where do you give free haircut? B . What do you say to your customers? C . When do you do community service? D . How do you feel as you cut people's hair?
5. （3） How could kids start a new interest according to Neijae?

   A . Volunteer at shops and communities. B . Start an interest as early as posible. C . Believe themselves and make an affort. D . Try barbening if they don't know about it.
7. （4） The passage may be a(n) ____.

   A . interview B . speech C . book report D . fairy tale