Reading Comprehension Worksheet: The Lost Kite

Choose the correct answer. In the story The Lost Kite, last Saturday Omar and his little sister Hana went to the park near their home because the wind was strong and perfect for flying their new red kite. Why did Omar and Hana go to the park?

• To play football

• To fly their new kite

• To meet their friends

• To ride bicycles

Choose the correct answer. In The Lost Kite, a strong gust of wind pulled the kite sharply while Omar held the string and Hana cheered. What caused the kite to fly away?

• Omar let go on purpose

• The string broke

• A strong gust of wind

• Hana grabbed it

Choose the correct answer. The Lost Kite is narrated by an outside storyteller who describes Omar and Hana’s actions and feelings without using I as the narrator. What is the point of view of the story?

• First person

• Second person

• Third person

• Interview

Choose the correct answer. After Omar chased the kite, climbed the tree, untangled the string, and freed it, the story emphasizes the value of caring and effort. What is the theme of the story?

• Keep toys at home

• Helping others and not giving up

• Trees are dangerous

• Kites should not be flown

Choose the correct answer. When Omar returned with the freed kite, Hana hugged him tightly and thanked him. How did Hana feel after Omar rescued the kite?

• Angry

• Nervous

• Happy

• Tired

Write TRUE or FALSE. In The Lost Kite, Omar had practiced flying the kite all week before going to the park. Is this statement true or false?

• True

• False

Write TRUE or FALSE. In The Lost Kite, the kite got stuck on a roof when the wind carried it away. Is this statement true or false?

• True

• False

Write TRUE or FALSE. In The Lost Kite, Omar climbed a tree to rescue the kite after it was stuck on a branch. Is this statement true or false?

• True

• False

Write TRUE or FALSE. In The Lost Kite, Hana was sad when the kite was lost and cried, Oh no! Is this statement true or false?

• True

• False

Write TRUE or FALSE. In The Lost Kite, Omar felt proud because he helped his sister. Is this statement true or false?

• True

• False