Shortly after he took over the presidency of Tuskegee Institute in Alabama，he was walking in an exclusive section of town when he was stopped by a wealthy white woman.Not knowing the famous Mr.Washington by sight，she asked if he would like to earn a few dollars by chopping wood for her.

Because he had no pressing business at the moment，Professor Washington smiled，rolled up his sleeves，and proceeded to do the humble chore she had requested.When he was finished，he carried the logs into the house and stacked them by the fireplace.

A little girl recognized him and later told the lady.The next morning the embarrassed woman went to see Mr.Washington in his office at the Institute and apologized sincerely."It's perfectly all right，Madam，"he replied，"Occasionally I enjoy a little manual labor.Besides，it's always a delight to do something for a friend."

She shook his hand warmly and assured him that his personality had endeared him and his work to her heart.Not long afterward she showed her admiration by persuading some wealthy acquaintances to join her in donating thousands of dollars to the Tuskegee Institute.

4．Why did the woman stop Washington?

A．To ask him some questions.

B．To hire a helping hand.

C．To talk about pressing business.

D．To help her earn money.

答案　B　[细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句可知，那位女士拦住Washington先生是想雇佣他帮忙砍柴。故B项正确。]

5．How did the rich lady feel when she discovered Washington's identity?

A．Disappointed. B．Relaxed.

C．Awkward. D．Excited.

答案　C　[细节理解题。根据第四段及第四段第二句可知，当那位女士了解Washington先生的身份时，她非常尴尬。故C项正确。]

6．What did the lady do for Washington later?

A．She invited her friends to the Institute.