Comprehension

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 1: What did James get for his birthday?

• A book

• A truck

• A bicycle

• A pen

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 2: who got James a bicycle?

• His uncle

• His mum

• His friend

• His dad

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 3: Where did he hide it?

• Under the bed

• In the closet

• In his truck

• Behind a tree

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 4: What colour is the bicycle?

• Shiny red

• Red and White

• Black and red

• Black

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 5: How old is James?

• Ten

• Five

• Seven

• Six

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 6: Why did his uncle hide the bicycle?

• To keep it safe

• To make him cry

• So that James doesn't play with it

• To surprise him

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 7: What did he do when he saw the bicycle?

• He frowned

• He cried

• He jumped for joy

• He sang

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 8: What did he say to his uncle?

• I don't like it

• Thank you so much

• Where did you buy it?

• I wanted blue

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 9: Does he have fun with his friends?

• Not really

• Sometimes

• Yes, he does

• Never

Comprehension Grade 1

Instruction: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions correctly

A Special Gift

James got a new bicycle for his tenth birthday. His uncle bought it for him. He hid it in his truck to surprise him.

When James went to get his truck, he saw the shiny new bicycle. It is bright red with black wheels. When he saw it, he jumped for joy.

He quickly ran over to his uncle and gave him a big hug. ''This is what I've always wanted, thank you so much'' he said.

James loves his bicycle so much. He rides it around the house, and across the street. His friends likes the bicycle too, they all have fun riding it.

Question 10: Where does he ride it?

• In his room

• At school

• At his friend's house

• Around the house and across the street