THE GYMNAST READING COMPREHENSION

This is an autobiography, what are its key features?

• It is a make-believe story.

• It tells a real person's life.

• It is a poem.

How does Gary feel about his cousin's skill?

• He feels happy and proud of him.

• He feels jealous. He gets a lot of attention.

• He is worried. He is always getting hurt.

What is a cartwheel?

• A sideway handspring with the legs and arms kept straight

• A sport in which very difficult exercises are performed

• Moving back suddenly

What conclusion can you draw about what appeals to Gary about gymnastics?

• That Gary is interested in joining the gymnastic team alongside his cousin.

• Gary wants to go to the park to use his new shorts and socks.

• Gary pays more attention to what Isaac is wearing than he does to what he is doing.

What can we generalize about gymnastics and gymnasts based on what we know about Isaac and Gary?

• Gymnastics is an easy sport to do.

• Gymnastics is a demanding sport for most people.

• Gymnastics is not fun and disappointing.

What word does the author use to describe Gary's ankles?

• Swedish

• bluish

• yellowish

What does gymnastics mean?

• a sport in which very difficult exercises are performed

• a sport in which very easy exercises are performed

• a sport in which very easy exercises are performed

How are the dog and Gary's attitudes similar?

• They are interested.

• They are always napping.

• They are always running around things.

Why is Gary "always sweating"?

• Gymnastics are very demanding.

• He is always hot and tired.

• He has a special skin condition.

Which word best describes Gary?

• perseverant

• friendly

• small