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 阅读理解 One of the improv (即兴表演) classes I attended regularly was taught by Jim Cranna every Saturday afternoon. Sometimes, as many as twenty-five to sixty-plus folks showed up. Jim made sure to fit everyone in so they could improve their skills. The class lasted for three hours. The usual cast of comic actors played improv comedy games. And we would go to the nearest mini market located in the building and get a snack or coffee during breaks.  One day, three of us were standing outside the building, when Robin Williams - an internationally famous actor and comic walked by, enjoying the fresh bay air. Completely frozen, my fellow comics couldn't summon up the courage to just say "hi" to Robin, who was with a friend. I froze for a moment, but then I composed myself. I told them, "Hey, if you guys can't handle it, then I will ask him to come and join us for the second half of class. " I could hear them mumble under their breath, "Yeah, sure, right. You're going to ask Robin Williams to come to our comedy class. Good luck with that one!" So I went up to Robin and his friend and asked him to join us. "We' re having an improv comedy class. We're on break now, but we would be most humbled and honored if you would join us for the second half of the class. "Robin looked directly in my eyes and said with little hesitation, "Okay. " It was like a grown-up child being asked to come and play. With that, he and his friend followed me up to the class. When he saw Robin, Jim said, "Oh my goodness, look who Micheline is bringing to class. " Jim's eyes were all in astonishment and delight. "Why, it's Robin Williams!"" Robin and his friend stayed the rest of the class and at the end of the class, Robin and Jim performed a skit(滑稽短剧). We actually watched him shape-shift as he prepared physically and mentally for his made-up character. He gave it his all. It was truly magical. What a delight for all of us that Saturday afternoon! All I know is that if I hadn't mustered up the courage to ask Robin to join us, none of us would have had that experience. （1） What does the underlined word "compose" mean in paragraph 2? A . Look down. B . Calm down. C . Make up. D . Pick up. （2） What did the author want to show by telling the experience? A . It's never too late to mend. B . Every cloud has a silver lining. C . A brave attempt is half success. D . Actions speak louder than words. （3） What can be inferred from the text? A . It was the author's bravery that moved Robin Williams. B . Jim Cranna was waiting for Robin Williams to come to the class. C . Robin Williams gave a lecture on playing improv comedy games. D . Micheline's friends didn't have the nerve to invite Robin Williams. （4） What kind of person was Robin Williams most likely to be? A . Renowned but approachable. B . Popular but humble. C . Respected but casual. D . Strict but generous. 答案： B C D A

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