Comprehension Passage

Read the passage, then answer the 5 questions that follow. Marking schemes are included.

Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow

Amani lived in a small village near the edge of a great forest. Every morning she walked to school along a narrow path lined with tall trees. She loved listening to the birds sing as the sun rose. The fresh morning air made her feel happy and ready to learn. She always reached school before the bell rang.

One day, Amani found a baby bird lying on the path. It had fallen from its nest and could not fly. Its tiny wings trembled with fear. Amani gently picked it up and held it close to keep it warm. She knew she could not leave the helpless little bird alone on the cold ground.

Amani carried the bird carefully to school in her cupped hands. Her teacher, Mr Otieno, helped her make a soft nest from dry grass and a small box. They placed the bird near a sunny window. Each day, Amani fed it tiny pieces of fruit and gave it water. Slowly, the bird grew stronger and healthier.

After two weeks, the bird could flap its wings and hop around the box. One bright afternoon, Amani opened the window. The bird looked at her, chirped softly, and flew into the blue sky. Amani felt sad to see it go, but she was proud. She had saved a life through her kindness and patient care.

  1. Question 1

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    What did Amani find lying on the path?

    A. A dry leaf

    B. A bright flower

    C. A small box

    D. A baby bird

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  2. Question 2

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    Who helped Amani make a nest for the bird?

    A. Her mother

    B. Her teacher, Mr Otieno

    C. Her friend

    D. Her brother

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  3. Question 3

    1 mark

    The word 'trembled' as used in the passage means

    A. sang loudly

    B. grew bigger

    C. flew away

    D. shook with fear

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  4. Question 4

    1 mark

    Why did Amani feel proud at the end of the story?

    A. She had won a prize at school

    B. She had reached school early

    C. She had saved the bird's life through her care

    D. She had built a new nest by herself

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    C. She had saved the bird's life through her care

  5. Question 5

    1 mark

    Which is the best title for this passage?

    A. The Great Forest

    B. A Walk to School

    C. Amani and the Baby Bird

    D. Mr Otieno's Classroom

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