Once upon a time, there lived a farmer called Smith. He became a_________ (complete) different person after an accident happened last year. He didn’t like to share things _______ others.
One day, Smith’s friend Maggie succeeded in _________ (plant) a new kind of apple tree. So she invited him __________ (visit) her farm. Soon, Smith went to the farm and met Maggie. They had lunch together and talked __________ the apple tree. Before Smith left, Maggie gave him a young apple tree. Smith felt very happy. When he got home, he planted it in a small pot (盆) and put it in a corner. He did so _________ he didn’t want anyone to see it. But ________ sunlight, the tree soon died.
Later, Maggie asked him why he planted the tree in such a poor place.
“What’s the difference?” the farmer said _________ (anger). “If I planted it near the road, strangers would steal the fruit. If I planted it in my field, my neighbour would come and steal ________ (it) fruit.”
“Yes,” said Maggie, “but at least someone could enjoy ________ fruit. Now you not only got nothing, but also destroyed (毁掉) a good apple tree.”