Making Inferences (Bridging Program)

1. John remembered the incident when he was injured while playing basketball. He missed school for several days and felt so bad about it. John is __________.

• a. confident

• b. feeling good

• c. angry

• d. worrisome

2. John wakes up early, takes a shower, and wears his uniform. He comes to school early. He is __________.

• a. happy

• b. nervous

• c. ready and prepared for school

• d. shy and worried

3. John plays basketball and video games during his free time. He is __________.

• a. active

• b. calm

• c. loud

• d. tired

4. John shares all his school experiences with his parents. His parents trust him because he is __________.

• a. keeping secrets

• b. very open

• c. talkative

• d. thankful

5. John can easily make friends with others. He is __________.

• a. popular

• b. boastful

• c. friendly

• d. noisy

6. Sunday, before the opening of the classes, John prayed to the Lord for guidance. He remembered the incident last year when he was injured while playing basketball.

• a. John wanted to do good in his studies and chosen sport.

• b. John wished to maintain his health and good standing in basketball.

• c. John aspired to be on top of the class.

7. John listens to everyone who shares his or her experiences last summer. He begins to have sweaty hands and his heart starts beating fast.

• a. John is excited to stand before his old friends and classmates.

• b. John is feeling nervous about sharing his summer experiences in front of the class.

• c. John is emotional to make new friends and to talk about his summer experiences.

8. After meeting all the teachers, the students got the impression that some teachers were strict, while others seemed kindhearted.

• a. The students are observant of their new environment.

• b. The students form their first impressions of their teachers on the first day of school.

• c. The teachers have different ways of dealing with their students.

9. John shared everything that happened on the first day of school. His parents and siblings were so happy to hear that he possesses a positive attitude toward school.

• a. John asks for the support of his family on his studies.

• b. John seeks special attention from his parents and sibling.

• c. John wants his family to be proud of him.

10. On weekdays, John finishes his homework before playing video games. On weekends, he helps in the household chores before playing basketball with Andrei.

• a. John balances studies and leisure.

• b. John is a playful person.

• c. John is good in school and sports.