WorksheetsThe Inventor/Aspiring Star Passages
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
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1.
In the sentence below, which word could best be used in place of flaws?
This had many flaws and Scott was unable to sell his invention.
This had many flaws and Scott was unable to sell his invention.
a)
Costs
b)
Faults
c)
Benefits
d)
Uses
2.
Read this sentence from the passage.
As Scott had grown, his passion had only grown stronger.
The word passion shows that Scott is very -
As Scott had grown, his passion had only grown stronger.
The word passion shows that Scott is very -
a)
enthusiastic
b)
talented
c)
impatient
d)
knowledgeable
3.
Which statement best describes how the photograph at the start of the passage relates to the information in the first paragraph?
a)
Shows how Scott loved to experiment with new ideas
b)
Shows how Scott's passion increased as he got older
c)
Shows how Scott studied engineering at university
d)
Shows how Scott's goals were misguided
4.
Use "The Aspiring Star" for the next few questions.
Although he was devastated at first, he refused to give up on his dream.
The word devastated means that Troy was -
Although he was devastated at first, he refused to give up on his dream.
The word devastated means that Troy was -
a)
understanding
b)
very upset
c)
not surprised
d)
slightly amused
5.
Read the sentence from the passage.
I need you to carry the team and win the game.
What word does the phrase "carry the team" refer to?
I need you to carry the team and win the game.
What word does the phrase "carry the team" refer to?
a)
How Troy will have to cheer on his teammates
b)
How Troy will have to do extra work
c)
How Troy will have to motivate the team
d)
How Troy will have to go against his team
6.
According to the passage, what is the main hurdle that makes it difficult for Troy to play at a high level?
a)
His talent
b)
His speed
c)
His height
d)
His experience
7.
In the third paragraph, Troy asks to be given a chance. How does this affect the rest of the events?
a)
It proves to the coach that Troy is fearless enough to do well
b)
It helps Troy understand what it will take to achieve his goal
c)
It encourages the coach to be more open-minded about players
d)
It allows the coach to see how talented Troy is and get a contract
8.
"Do you remember your promise before I signed you?"
What promise is the coach referring to?
What promise is the coach referring to?
a)
How Troy said he would do anything to win
b)
How Troy said he would never leave the team
c)
How Troy said he would put his all into every game
d)
How Troy said he will help the coach out one day
9.
Use both stories to answer these questions.
Which statement describes a main theme of both passages?
Which statement describes a main theme of both passages?
a)
It is important to keep your promises
b)
You can achieve your dreams if you work hard enough
c)
A good friend is always there to support you
d)
There is no time like the present
10.
Which word describes both Scott and Troy?
a)
Foolish
b)
Determined
c)
Easygoing
d)
Sensible
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