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The man afterwards told his lawyer that he had sent a rich present
to the judge.
«But you can't have done so,» said the lawyer.
«Oh, yes, I did,» replied the man, «but remembering your
advice, I sent it in my opponent's name.»

Comprehension Quiz

I. Say which of the following statements are false and
which are true. Correct the false statements to make them
true.

1. A man had a nice suit.
2. He had an idea of sending a present.
3. The judge was quite honest.
4. The judge seemed to favour the lawyer.
5. The man didn't send any presents.
6. He sent the present in the opponent's name.

II. Choose the correct answer to finish each of the
following statements.

1. What was the man going to do?
a) to spend a few days at the seaside;
b) to send a present to the judge;
c) to judge by appearance.

2. What reputation had the judge?
a) he was prejudicial; b) he was generous;
c) he was honest.

3. What did the lawyer notice?
a) the judge seemed to favor his client;
b) the judge was inclined to take a present;
c) the judge wasn't present.

4. In whose favor was the judgement given?

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