Misery Guts Chapter 1 Comprehension

What is Keith painting?

• House
• Car
• School
• Fish and Chip Shop

What colour is the paint that Keith is using?

• Blue
• Red
• Orange
• Green

What time does Keith think his Mum will wake up?

• six fifteen
• seven fifteen
• eight fifteen
• nine fifteen

Who is Mr Naylor?

• Keith's teacher
• Keith's friend
• Keith's cousin
• Keith's neighbour

What does Mr. Naylor think about the paint colour?

• It is too bright
• It is beautiful
• It is perfect
• It is a good choice

Why does Keith think his parents are “misery guts”?

• Because they are always sad
• Because of the weather
• Because they don’t like the paint colour
• Because they are angry with him

What might be the reason Keith feels his parents will be cheered up by the paint job?

• He believes the colour will make them happy
• The paint is expensive
• They like the smell of paint
• They will be impressed by his painting skills

What is Keith’s reaction to Mr. Naylor’s comment about the paint?

• He gets upset
• He ignores it
• He argues with Mr Naylor
• He asks Mr Naylor for advice

How does Keith feel about his Dad’s reaction to the paint job?

• Proud and happy
• Angry and upset
• Indifferent and relaxed
• Confused and disappointed

What does Keith hope will happen once his Dad sees the painted shop?

• His Dad will be annoyed
• His Dad will immediately start cleaning the paint
• His Dad will be very happy and surprised
• His Dad will ask him to repaint it