Exploring Discoveries in an Ordinary Day
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This grade 7 reading comprehension worksheet features a story about an unexpected discovery, testing understanding, inference, and analysis skills.
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Exploring Discoveries in an Ordinary Day
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Exploring Discoveries in an Ordinary Day
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Instructions: Read the passage carefully. Then, answer each question to the best of your ability. There are different types of questions, including short-answer, multiple-choice, and matching. Make sure to read all options before selecting your answer.
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Reading Passage
Dear Diary,
Today was an ordinary day that unexpectedly turned into something extraordinary. I woke up early, as I usually do on Saturdays, eager to enjoy the quiet of the morning before the world fully woke up. As I looked out of my window, I noticed the sky was painted in shades of orange and pink, a reminder of how beautiful mornings can be. I decided to take my dog, Buddy, for a walk around the neighborhood before breakfast.
The air was crisp, and the birds were singing their cheerful songs. Buddy trotted happily beside me, sniffing at every tree and bush along the way. As we reached the park, I saw a group of children playing soccer. They invited me to join, but I hesitated. I’ve never been very athletic, and I didn’t want to embarrass myself. Still, their friendly smiles made me feel welcome, so I kicked the ball gently back and forth with them for a while.
After the game, I sat on a bench, catching my breath and just enjoying the day. That’s when I noticed something unusual. Near the old oak tree, tucked between the roots, was a small, shiny box. It looked out of place, almost like something someone had hidden there long ago. My curiosity grew stronger, and I carefully approached it. The box was old and slightly rusty, but the lock was surprisingly intact. I wondered who might have left it there and why.
I decided to open it cautiously. Inside, I found a collection of old coins, a faded photograph of a young couple, and a tiny, handwritten note. The note was written in elegant cursive and read: “To whomever finds this, may your day be filled with wonder and discovery.” I felt a thrill of excitement. Who had buried this treasure? Was it meant for someone like me to find?
I looked closer at the photograph. It showed a man and a woman standing in front of the same oak tree, smiling happily. They looked young and full of hope. I wondered about their story. Were they a couple from long ago? Did they hide this box as a special keepsake, or perhaps to share a piece of their lives with future explorers?
As I sat there pondering, I realized that this small discovery had turned my ordinary morning into an adventure. It reminded me that sometimes, magic can be hidden in the simplest things if you just take the time to look and wonder. I carefully placed the box back where I found it, deciding to leave it for someone else to discover someday. Perhaps, just like me, they will feel a spark of curiosity and imagination.
Later, I went home and told my family about the find. My mom said it was like something out of a storybook, and my dad suggested we could make our own time capsule someday. I think I’ll start collecting little things and writing notes, just in case I want to leave a piece of my story for someone else to find in the future.
Today proved that even the smallest things can hold the greatest surprises. I’m looking forward to what tomorrow might bring. Maybe I’ll find another mystery, or maybe I’ll just enjoy the quiet beauty of another morning. Either way, I know that every day holds the potential for discovery and wonder, if only you’re willing to look closely enough.
Until tomorrow,
[Your Name]
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Comprehension Questions
Answer the following questions based on the passage above.
1.
What time of day does the narrator wake up?
[2 marks]2.
Describe the weather and atmosphere when the narrator goes for a walk.
[3 marks]3.
Why did the narrator hesitate to join the children playing soccer?
[2 marks]4.
What did the narrator find near the old oak tree?
[2 marks]5.
Which items were inside the small box?
[2 marks]AA collection of old coins, a faded photograph, and a handwritten note
BA key, a map, and a letter
CA toy, a letter, and a piece of jewelry
DA book, a coin, and a feather
6.
What did the note inside the box say?
[2 marks]7.
Who are shown in the photograph found in the box?
[2 marks]8.
What inference can be made about the people in the photograph?
[3 marks]9.
Why does the narrator decide to leave the box where it was found?
[2 marks]10.
Match the following:
[4 marks]1. The small box
2. The photograph
3. The note
4. The oak tree
AA significant landmark in the story
BA picture of a couple from the past
CA hidden treasure left by someone long ago
DA message wishing wonder and discovery
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