Reading Practice

How many pilots are in the Red Arrows?

• 6

• 5

• 9

• 12

Who is this writing about?

• The Red Arrows display team.

• The Team

• Displays

• Aeroplanes

What are two of their tricks called?

• Gems

• Hearty Arrows

• Diamond Eyes

• Diamond Nine and the Hearts

What is Sten's special gift?

• He could make friends angry.

• He could make children angry.

• He could make angry things become friendly.

• He could turn friends to enemies.

Why did the chief visit Sten?

• He wanted his help with the dragon.

• He wanted to visit the dragon.

• He wanted to chase the dragon away.

• He wanted new friends.

How dis Sten's parents feel?

• They were sad to see Sten with the dragon.

• They were excited to see two dragons.

• They were happy to see the dragon.

• They were scared that he would be eaten by the dragon.

How did Sten feel as he set off to find the dragon?

• He was sad because the dragon was missing.

• He was scared because his knees were trembling.

• He was excited because his heart was beating very fast.

• He was happy to go on an adventure.

What evidence do you get form the story to tell you how Sten was feeling?

• His eyes grew huge.

• His ears were ringing.

• His heart was beating fast.

• His hands were shaking.

What could Sten hear inside the cave?

• The dragon's laughter.

• The dragon's footsteps and its breathing.

• The dragon snoring.

• The dragon walking on the roof.

What did Sten plan to do?

• Make a mixture to feed to the dragon the next day.

• Feed the dragon his breakfast.

• Cook his dinner.

• Enjoy a glass of milk with the dragon.