Comprehension Questions

Which two statements about Saruni are true?

• He was not very good at riding a bicycle.

• He wanted a bicycle so that he could help his mother.

• He needed a bicycle to go to school on.

• He wanted the bicycle he was buying to be a surprise to his mother.

What crops did Saruni's family grow?

• potatoes and yams

• maize, peas, sweet potato, vegetables and fruits

• maize, peas, sweet potato, pumpkin and coffee

• maize, peas, and sweet potatoes

How long did the rain last for?

• 4 months

• 2 months

• 5 months

• 3 months

The story is written from the point of view of _____________________.

What is the genre of this story?

• Fiction

• Non-fiction

• Comedy

• Tragedy