to collect his money. He was so irresponsible that I decided to dismiss him. And he made me pay him $770.

Now I had to act as my own lawyer. Due to my inexperience, I told the insurance company the date I was leaving America. Knowing that, they played for time...and I left without getting a cent.

1. The author's roommate offered to help him because________.

A. he felt sorry for the author

B. he thought it was a chance to make some money

C. he knew the doctor was a very good one

D. he wanted the author to have a good lawyer

2. A good doctor is essential for the author to __________.

A. be properly treated

B. talk with the person responsible for the accident

C. recover before he leaves America

D. eventually get the responsible party to pay for his injury

3. The word"charge"in the third paragraph means_________ .

A. be responsible B. accuse C. ask as a price D. claim

4. Both the doctor and the lawyer in this passage are very__________.

A. friendly B. selfish C. professional D. busy

5. What conclusion can you draw from the story?

A. Going to court is something very common in America.

B. One must be very careful while driving a car.