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Grade 6 Comprehension
Grade 6 Comprehension
2 The curious squirrel, as squirrels generally are, scampered down from his tree to
examine this strange creature he had never seen before. He looked at the dog from every
possible angle and, when he was satisfied that he had examined the dog in its entirety, he
smiled to himself about what he had discovered. He ran off to tell all the other squirrels
about his strange encounter.
3 Word spread to all the animals of the jungle and soon they were all involved in a debate
as to what kind of creature it was. “It’s not an elephant,” said the elephant in all his
wisdom. “Thank you for that insightful observation,” responded the squirrel.
4 “It’s not a giraffe,” stated the shy giraffe. “Not an antelope either,” cried the kudu. Soon all
the animals were asked by the squirrel if they knew what it was. The wise old tortoise
knew what the creature was, as she had been around since the beginning of creation.
“That’s a dog,” said the tortoise and on hearing his name, the dog suddenly awoke.
5 He leapt to his feet, looking terrified at all of the animals around him. The dog was furious
that he’d been woken and charged furiously at the other animals, snarling, scowling and
snapping his jaws! The only animal that didn’t run was the tortoise – she didn’t have to.
“You won’t catch me dog,” she said as she withdrew into her shell, “but from this day on
you’re condemned to chase any creature you lay your eyes on.”
[Adapted from Amedja Tripod African Legends - http://www.amedja.tripod.com]
5. Which word in paragraph 2 means that the squirrel “ran” down the tree?
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6.
The sentences below are in a wrong sequence. Number them (1-4) as they
appear in the story.
Sentences Answer
10. Summarise the story in five main ideas in the order as they appear in the text.
Use your own words.
Use 60-70 words.
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12. Write down the synonym for the word “found” in paragraph 1.
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18. Paragraph 5 uses alliteration. Write down three words that illustrate the
alliteration. (1)
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