Adrian Bell

Adrian was eager for the school day to be over. He had arranged to meet some friends to play basketball, and he wanted to leave right away. The day crawled along, but finally the bell rang. Adrian jumped excitedly from his seat and loaded his backpack. He rushed to the door, but Mr. Benson’s voice stopped him. “Adrian, could you come here, please?” Adrian stopped and reluctantly turned around. He definitely wasn’t interested in staying after school, but he couldn’t ignore his teacher. So he shuffled up to Mr. Benson’s desk. “You don’t want to forget this, do you?” Mr. Benson asked as he held out Adrian’s cap. In his hurry to leave, Adrian had dropped it on the floor by accident. “Thanks, Mr. Benson,” Adrian gratefully replied. Now he was glad he had stayed. What happened to Adrian after the bell rang?

• He ran to meet up with his friends.

• He tripped and fell.

• His teacher stopped him.

What is the main theme of the passage about Adrian Bell?

• Adrian's eagerness to play basketball

• Adrian's dislike for school

• Adrian's forgetfulness

• Adrian's relationship with Mr. Benson

Which word best describes Adrian's mood when the bell rang?

• Excited

• Angry

• Bored

• Confused

What did Adrian forget in the classroom?

• His backpack

• His cap

• His notebook

• His lunchbox

Why did Mr. Benson call Adrian back?

• To give him homework

• To return his cap

• To ask about his plans

• To scold him

What can be inferred about Adrian's relationship with Mr. Benson?

• They are close friends

• Adrian respects Mr. Benson

• Adrian dislikes Mr. Benson

• Mr. Benson is indifferent to Adrian

What literary device is used in the phrase 'the day crawled along'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Hyperbole

What is the significance of the bell in the passage?

• It signals the end of the school day

• It is a symbol of freedom

• It is a reminder for Adrian

• It is a distraction for students

How does Adrian feel after Mr. Benson returns his cap?

• Annoyed

• Grateful

• Indifferent

• Embarrassed

What lesson can be learned from Adrian's experience?

• Always be in a hurry

• Never forget your belongings

• Respect your teachers

• Patience is important