--- Lesson 69 But not murder!
--- First listen and then answer the question.
--- Do you think that the writer passed his driving test? why?
I was being tested for a driving licence for the third time.
I had been asked to drive in heavy traffic and had done so successfully.
After having been instructed to drive out of town, I began to acquire confidence.
Sure that I had passed, I was almost beginning to enjoy my test.
The examiner must have been pleased with my performance, for he smiled and said,
'Just one more thing, Mr.Eames.^“
Let us suppose that a child suddenly crosses the road in front of you.
As soon as I tap on the window, you must stop within five feet.'
I continued driving and after some time, the examiner tapped loudly.
Though the sound could be heard clearly, it took me a long time to react.
I suddenly pressed the brake pedal hard and we were both thrown forward.
The examiner looked at me sadly.
'Mr.Eames,' he said, in a mournful voice, 'you have just killed that child!'^“
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