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One hot summer afternoon, three kids—Lily, Tom, and Mia—decided to treat themselves
to delicious ice creams. As they walked up to Sweet Delights, a famous local shop, the sweet
smell of vanilla floated out gently. They noticed a long line, joined it happily, and
chatted about their favourite flavors while waiting.
The line moved slowly, but the friends made it fun by sharing stories of their school trip.
Just as it was their turn to order, a group of noisy teenagers came over, paid no attention to the
crowd, and pushed in front of them impolitely.
Lily, the bravest of the three, spoke up calmly, "Excuse me, we've been waiting a while—I
think it's our turn. Could you check the line?" The lead boy looked surprised. When he saw the angry
looks of the people around him, he said, "Sorry, we didn't notice. Please go ahead."
As they enjoyed their creamy ice creams, the kids realized people often overlook those waiting politely. They decided to start an activity to remind everyone to wait with respect.
They spent the weekend making colourful posters with "Excuse me, but I am next!" in bright
letters, and handed them out to schools and shops. Many owners put them up in a noticeable
place. Soon, more people in town started waiting politely and treating others with kindness.
The three kids were pleased to see they'd made such a positive difference in their small town.
1. In which shop did the three kids buy ice creams?
In Sweet Delights.
2. How did the three kids pass the time while waiting?
By sharing stories of their school trip.
3. What did the teenagers do to the three friends?
They pushed in front of them impolitely.
4. What was the purpose of the kids' colourful posters?
To remind people to wait with respect.
5. If you are in the kids' situation, what will you do to stop the teenagers?
I will also ask them to wait in line in a polite way.