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        People say that one man can't make a difference, but Abdul Samad Sheikh, a 60-year-old rickshaw(人力车)driver from Bangladesh, has proved that doing a small thing over a long period of time can mean very much. He has planted at least one tree every day since he was 12 years old, which means that he has so far planted a small forest of over 17,500 trees. Imagine if everyone followed his example.

        Abdul has worked as a rickshaw driver for most of his life. He makes a little money from his job, which is only enough to put food on the table for his family, but he somehow tries to also buy at least one tree everyday. He considers it his duty to the world. Mostly he plants them on government land so nobody can cut them down later. He also them, and if he sees anyone cutting a tree, he blames them.

        Abdul, this wife Jorna, and four of their children live in two old houses, on a piece of land that is owned by the Faridpur deputy commissioner's office. They have no land of their own.

        Sometimes, she commands him not to plant trees but he doesn't listen. Abdul's 30-year-old son, Kutub Uddin, has never told his father not to plant trees, because he thinks his father does a good thing for society.

         Abdul's neighbors all know about his daily habit, and praise his work. Whoever can ask of him anything, he will do his best to help. Therefore, Abdul is loved by neighbors.

        For his efforts, Abdul Samad Sheikh was recently honored by The Daily Star, and given $1, 253 to help him build a better home for his family. The Daily Star hoped everyone to follow his example, and protect the environment.

    “I can't do it alone. I need the help of you all,” Abdul said in his speech.

    1. (1) What do we know about Abdul?
      A . He doesn't support his family B . He plants trees with his own money C . He makes a living by doing different jobs D . He plants trees to win his neighbors' praise
    2. (2) Why does Abdul plant trees on government land?
      A . To get money from government B . To set a good example to people C . To protect them from being cut down D . To get a place from government to build his own house
    3. (3) Which of the following can best describe Abdul?
      A . Rich and reliable B . Poor but helpful C . Stubborn and stupid D . Active but dishonest
    4. (4) What does the underlined word “it” in the last paragraph refer to?
      A . Planting trees B . Driving a rickshaw C . Making big money D . Building a better home

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