Comprehension and Grammar Questions for Primary 4 Students
Subject: English Studies
Class: Primary 4
SECTION A
ENGLISH COMPREHENSION
Read the passage below carefully and answer the questions that follow.
Kalu lived with his poor parents in a riverine village. His father was a poor fisherman, and his mother was just a housewife who did not know how to bring in money. Kalu had a younger brother and two sisters. His parents found it difficult to feed the children. The children engaged in odd jobs to help feed the family. Kalu was brilliant in school and always came first in the examinations.he could not finish secondary school because of lack of money. He was then sent to a man in the city to trade in beverages.
While he was an apprentice, Kalu lived his matter. He also helped his master’s wifewith domestic chores. One day, Kalu mistakenly broke a glass while washing the dishes. His master’s wifebeat himand asked him to replace the glass. Kalu went back to the village to inform his parents. His father was sad and angry, and beat Kalu for his carelessness. Kalu was sad about this incident. He thought his father hated him.
Questions:
How many people were in Kalu’s family………………………………………………………………
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What was Kalu’s father occupation? ………………………………………………………………….
Why did he not finish secondary school? ……………………………………………………………
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Why did his master’s wife beat him? ………………………………………………………………….
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What thought did Kalu have about his father? …………………………………………………….
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SECTION B
LITERATURE
What is the title of our literature book for this term? ………………………………………………..
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After a long period of hard work, we ought to ………………………………………………………….
Saidu’s crop grew before the next day. TRUE/FALSE
At what point did Saidu become restless on the farm? ……………………………………………….
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10 Mention (2) two characters from the story book.
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SECTION C
LEXIS AND STRUCTURE
Choose the correct answers from the brackets.
11. These books (is, are) mine.
12 He (has, have) slept.
13 The children (go, goes) to church everyday.
SECTION D
GRAMMAR
Give the comparative and superlative of these adjectives
14 Green ……………………………………… …………………………………………
15 Poor ……………………………………… …………………………………………
SECTION E
Write a good composition about ‘My School’.
SECTION A
Questions:
- How many people were in Kalu’s family?
- Kalu lived with his parents, a younger brother, and two sisters. So, there were six people in Kalu’s family.
- What was Kalu’s father’s occupation?
- Kalu’s father was a poor fisherman.
- Why did he not finish secondary school?
- Kalu could not finish secondary school because of lack of money.
- Why did his master’s wife beat him?
- His master’s wife beat him because he mistakenly broke a glass while washing the dishes.
- What thought did Kalu have about his father?
- Kalu thought his father hated him after the incident with his master’s wife.
SECTION B
- What is the title of our literature book for this term?
- The title of our literature book for this term is not provided in the passage.
- After a long period of hard work, we ought to __________.
- After a long period of hard work, we ought to rest.
- Saidu’s crop grew before the next day. TRUE/FALSE
- FALSE (It grew the next day.)
- At what point did Saidu become restless on the farm?
- The passage does not provide information about Saidu becoming restless on the farm.
- Mention two characters from the storybook.
- Character 1: Kalu
- Character 2: Kalu’s father
SECTION C
Lexis and Structure:
- These books (are) mine.
- He (has) slept.
- The children (go) to church every day.
SECTION D
Grammar:
- Green – Comparative: Greener, Superlative: Greenest
- Poor – Comparative: Poorer, Superlative: Poorest
SECTION E
Composition: Please write a good composition about ‘My School’ based on your personal experiences and observations.
Handwriting Practice for Primary 3 Students
. How many people were in Kalu’s family?
- Kalu lived with his parents, a younger brother, and two sisters, making a total of six people in his family.
2. What was Kalu’s father’s occupation?
- Kalu’s father was a poor fisherman.
3. Why did Kalu not finish secondary school?
- Kalu could not finish secondary school due to lack of money.
4. Why did his master’s wife beat him?
- His master’s wife beat him because he mistakenly broke a glass while washing the dishes.
5. What thought did Kalu have about his father?
- Kalu thought his father hated him after the incident with his master’s wife.
6. What is the title of our literature book for this term?
- The title of the literature book for this term is not provided in the passage.
7. What does the passage suggest about hard work?
- The passage suggests that after a long period of hard work, one ought to rest.
8. Did Saidu’s crop grow before the next day?
- False, Saidu’s crop grew the next day.
9. Who are two characters from the storybook?
- Character 1: Kalu
- Character 2: Kalu’s father
10. How can students improve their grammar and writing skills?
- Students can improve their grammar and writing skills through consistent practice, reading comprehension passages like this one, and seeking guidance
Evaluation :
- How many people were in Kalu’s family? a) 4 b) 5 c) 6 d) 7
- What was Kalu’s father’s occupation? a) Teacher b) Fisherman c) Doctor d) Farmer
- Why did Kalu not finish secondary school? a) Lack of interest b) Lack of money c) Lack of time d) Lack of friends
- Why did his master’s wife beat him? a) He broke a plate b) He broke a glass c) He spilled water d) He burned the food
- What thought did Kalu have about his father? a) His father loved him b) His father hated him c) His father ignored him d) His father praised him
- What is the title of our literature book for this term? a) Not provided b) The Brave Boy c) The Riverine Village d) The Lazy Dog
- What does the passage suggest about hard work? a) It leads to failure b) It should be avoided c) It should be rewarded d) It is unnecessary
- Did Saidu’s crop grow before the next day? a) True b) False
- At what point did Saidu become restless on the farm? a) Morning b) Afternoon c) Evening d) Night
- Who are two characters from the storybook? a) Kalu and his mother b) Kalu and his master c) Kalu and Saidu d) Kalu and his brother
- What thought did Kalu have about his father? a) His father was sad and angry b) His father was happy and proud c) His father was careless d) His father was absent
- What occupation did Kalu take as an apprentice in the city? a) Fisherman b) Trader in beverages c) Teacher d) Doctor
- How can students improve their grammar and writing skills? a) By ignoring practice b) By seeking guidance c) By avoiding reading d) By watching TV
- What lesson can be learned from Kalu’s experience? a) Hard work is not important b) Money solves all problems c) Family support matters d) Education is unnecessary
- What did Kalu’s master’s wife ask him to replace after breaking it? a) A plate b) A cup c) A glass d) A spoon
