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The Power of Encouragement
Dante Gabriel Rossetti, the famous artist, was approached by an old man. The old man had some drawings, 1 he wanted Rossetti to look at and tell him if they were any good or at least showed potential talent.
Rossetti looked 2 (they) over carefully. They were worthless, 3 (show) not the least sign of artistic talent. But Rossetti was a kind man and he told the old man as gently 4 possible that the pictures were without much value and showed little talent. The visitor was 5 (disappoint), but seemed to expect Rossetti’s judgment.
He then apologized for taking up Rossetti’s time, but would he just look at a few more drawings done by 6 young art student? Rossetti looked Over the second batch (批次) of 7 (drawing) and immediately became enthusiastic (很热情) over the talent they showed. He said. “These are good. This young student has great talent. He should 8 (give) every help and encouragement in his career as an artist. He will have a great future if he works hard and sticks to it. ”
Rossetti could see that the old man was 9 (deep) moved. “Who is this young artist?” he asked. “Your son?” “No,” said the old man sadly. “It is me, 40 years ago. If only I 10 (hear) your praise then! I got discouraged and gave up too soon.
