六、阅读下面的短文,按要求完成后面的小题。
This was my first visit to the airport. I didn’t know any of the signs. Where was the check - in counter(柜台)? Where should I take my luggage(行李)? I had to find them quickly ① ______ it was late.
I tried to ask a passing businessman for help, but my words came out all wrong. He just walked away quickly. I had been in this country for several months, but I could not even remember how to ask for directions. How terrible! Another bus arrived soon and the passengers came out with luggage. Here was my chance. ② I, follow, to, right, them, place, the, could (.) I wouldn’t have to say a word.
We finally reached the elevator. Oh,no! There was not enough room for me. I got into the elevator when it returned and looked at all the buttons. Which one could it be? I pressed Button 3. The elevator slowly climbed up to the third floor and stopped. The door opened and I looked around nervously.
Tears formed in my eyes as I saw the empty lobby(大厅). Just then a member of staff appeared. ③ He asked me ______. Then he led me down a long hallway. We walked up some stairs, turned a corner, and finally pushed my luggage to the inspection counter.
When I turned to thank him, he was gone. I will never know that kind man’s name, but I will always remember his help. I only hope that one day I can do the same for another traveler who has the same experience as me.
1. 请在文中①处填写一个恰当的单词。
2. 请将文中②处画线部分连词成句(标点符号已在括号内给出)。
3. 请将文中③处句子补充完整,使文意通顺、正确。(不超过 10 个词)
He asked me .
4. How long did the writer stay in the country?
5. Who helped the writer out of trouble in the end?

1. because 2. I could follow them to the right place. 3. if I needed some help（答案符合题意，表达正确即可） 4. Several months. 5. A member of staff.