Comprehension Passage

Read the passage, then answer the 3 questions that follow. Marking schemes are included.

Read the conversation below and answer the questions

(Zawadi meets her neighbour, Mzee Kamau, on the way to school. Mzee Kamau is carrying a heavy bag.)

Zawadi: Good morning, Mzee Kamau. ____________1____________

Mzee Kamau: Good morning, Zawadi. Yes, it is quite heavy.

Zawadi: ____________2____________

Mzee Kamau: That is very kind of you, but I can manage. You should hurry to school so you are not late.

Zawadi: Are you sure, Mzee Kamau?

Mzee Kamau: Yes, my house is just around the corner. ____________3____________

Zawadi: Thank you, Mzee Kamau. Have a good day!

Question 1
1 mark
Which is the best expression to fill blank 1?
A. What is in that bag?
B. Why are you carrying that?
C. That bag looks heavy. Do you need help?
D. Give me your bag.
(1 mark)
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Question 2
1 mark
Which is the best expression to fill blank 2?
A. Let me help you carry it, please.
B. You cannot carry it alone.
C. I will carry it for you.
D. Drop the bag.
(1 mark)
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Question 3
1 mark
Which is the best expression to fill blank 3?
A. Go away now.
B. Leave me alone.
C. Thank you for offering. Have a good day at school.
D. Run to school quickly.
(1 mark)
Marking scheme
C. Polite: Thank you for offering. Have a good day at school.
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Question 1