READING COMPREHENSION PRACTICE 4

1. 1. Tim looked out the window. The house looked so lonely. Tim's father put the last suitcase in the trunk and started up the car. Thor, his dog, put his head on Tim's lap, like he understood how Tim was feeling. "It's okay Thor," he said, "Dad says we will like California."

   How would you describe what is happening in this passage?

• 1. a)

     Tim is sad because his dog doesn't have a home anymore.

• 1. b)

     Tim is taking a trip to visit people he doesn't know and he is scared.

• 1. c)

     Tim is moving to California with his family.

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1. 2. As the car drove away, Tim glanced back at the house.

2. Memories flooded his mind, and he felt a lump in his throat.

3. "I hope we make new memories in California," he whispered to Thor.

   What emotion is Tim experiencing in this moment?

• 1. a)

     Tim is excited about the new adventure ahead.

• 1. b)

     Tim is starting to miss his old home.

• 1. c)

     Tim is unsure about whether California is more beautiful.

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1. 3. The sun began to set as they drove, casting a warm glow over the landscape.

2. Tim watched the scenery changes, feeling a mix of hope and doubt about what lies ahead.

   What does the changing scenery mean for Tim?

• 1. c)

     The loss of his home.

• 1. b)

     The beginning of a new chapter in his life.

• 1. a)

     The end of his trip to California.

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1. 4. As they arrived in California, Tim felt a flutter of excitement. The palm trees swayed in the breeze, and he could hear the distant sound of waves crashing. "Maybe this won't be so bad after all," he thought.

   What is the main idea of this paragraph?

• 1. a)

     Tim is completely against moving to California.

• 1. b)

     Tim is starting to feel positive about his new home.

• 1. c)

     Tim is still unsure and anxious about the change.

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5. 5. Read this paragraph 2 again.

1. As the car drove away, Tim glanced back at the house.

2. Memories flooded his mind, and he felt a lump in his throat.

3. "I hope we make new memories in California," he whispered to Thor.

   Which line in this paragraph is a speech?

• a)

  line 1

• b)

  line 2

• c)

  line 3

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1. 6. As Tim explored his new neighborhood, he noticed the vibrant colors of the flowers and the friendly faces of the people.

2. He felt a sense of belonging starting to grow within him.

   What does Tim's observation of his new neighborhood suggest about his feelings?

• 1. a)

     Tim is feeling overwhelmed by the changes.

• 1. b)

     Tim is beginning to appreciate his new surroundings.

• 1. c)

     Tim is indifferent to the new environment.

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1. 7. One evening, as Tim sat on the beach watching the sunset, he thought about his old friends and the fun they had together.

2. He wondered if he would ever find friends like them in California.

   What is Tim's main concern in this moment?

• 1. b)

     Tim is excited to make new friends.

• 1. a)

     Tim is worried about missing his old friends.

• 1. c)

     Tim is focused on enjoying the beach.

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1. 8. As days passed, Tim started school and met new classmates.

2. Some were friendly, while others seemed distant.

3. He felt a mix of hope and anxiety about fitting in.

   According to line 2,

4. which of the following words means almost the same as 'DISTANT'

• 1. happy

• unfriendly

• unpopular

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