In the heart of a small town lived a boy named Tom. He was known among his neighbors for his kindness and helpful nature. One day, while he was on his way home from school, Tom noticed an old woman. She was trying to water her garden, but it seemed a bit hard for her. Seeing that, Tom decided to help her every day after school.

Tom kept his promise and watered the garden as if it had been his own. Over time, the plants grew up. One summer, a serious drought (干旱) hit the town, and many plants died. However, the old woman’s garden remained green and full of life. People were amazed by the garden’s beauty and asked the old woman how she managed to keep her plants alive.

The woman told them about Tom’s daily efforts and how his kindness had saved her garden. The story spread throughout the town, and Tom became known as the boy who could make anything grow.

Years later, Tom became a famous botanist (植物学家). He never forgot the lesson he learned from the old woman and continued to spread kindness wherever he went. Kindness is like water to a plant. It can grow and bring out the best in everything around us.

【小题1】What was Tom famous for?（不超过5个词）
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【小题2】How was the old woman’s garden after a serious drought in the summer? （不超过 10个词）
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【小题3】What does the story want to tell us?（不超过10个词）
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