Comprehension Passage

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Kenya has many interesting places that attract tourists from all over the world. One of these places is the Maasai Mara National Reserve. It is located in Narok County in the southwestern part of Kenya.

The Maasai Mara is famous for the Great Wildebeest Migration, which happens every year between July and October. During this time, millions of wildebeest, zebras and gazelles cross the Mara River from Tanzania's Serengeti to find fresh grass. This is one of the most amazing events in nature.

The reserve is also home to the Big Five animals: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos. Many visitors go on safari drives to see these animals in their natural habitat. The Maasai people, who live near the reserve, are known for their colourful clothing and traditional dances.

  1. Question 1

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    The Maasai Mara National Reserve is located in

    A. Nakuru County

    B. Laikipia County

    C. Kajiado County

    D. Narok County

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  2. Question 2

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    The Great Wildebeest Migration happens between

    A. January and March

    B. April and June

    C. November and December

    D. July and October

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  3. Question 3

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    Which one of the following is NOT one of the Big Five animals?

    A. Giraffe

    B. Lion

    C. Rhino

    D. Elephant

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    A. Giraffe is not one of the Big Five

  4. Question 4

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    The word 'habitat' as used in the passage means

    A. a long journey

    B. a natural home

    C. a type of food

    D. a group of animals

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