Passage Two

A retired postman from Turkey and a beautiful white swan have been inseparable for nearly four decades,and the story of their amazing friendship has melted the hearts of millions.

When he spotted a wounded swan in a field,Recep had no idea that he was about to meet his best friend.He was in a car with a group of friends,when he noticed that a swan appeared to have a broken wing.He realized that leaving the bird there was the same as signing its death sentence,as it might be eaten by a predator(食肉动物).So he took the bird home and started nursing it back to health.

After recovery,the swan didn’t try to fly away.Instead,she befriended other animals on the farm,busy following her human friend around,either during his daily chores,or on his evening walks.Having no children,Recep regarded the swan as his child and named her Garip.Now she has been with him for the last 37 years.

“She comes when I call.She has never left me,not even during the river floods,”the retired said,“She used to be more vigorous,but she has grown old now.If she dies,I will make her a nice grave here.”

36.Where did the man happen to see the swan?

A.On the road.B.Over his farm.

C.In a field.D.Under a car.

37.What was wrong with the swan?

A.It was lost.B.One leg was hurt.

C.It was sick.D.One wing was broken.

38.What can we learn from the text?

A.The swan is treasured by Recep.

B.Recep is working in the post office.

C.The swan flew away after recovery.

D.Recep met his best friend in the 1990s.

39.What does the underlined word“vigorous”in the last paragraph mean?

A.Powerful.B.Energetic.C.Friendly.D.Beautiful.

40.Which can be the best title for the text?

A.Man and Animals B.A Retired Postman

C.A Swan Named Garip D.Friendship with a Swan