Mystery & Suspense: Plot Prediction in Science Fiction

English
Grade 7
10 questions
~20 mins
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A comprehension worksheet focused on predicting plot developments in science fiction stories, designed for Grade 7 students to enhance their analytical skills.

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Mystery & Suspense: Plot Prediction in Science Fiction

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Grade Grade 7
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Science Fiction Mystery

In the shadowed corridors of the Orbital Research Station, the hum of machinery was suddenly interrupted by an unexplained power fluctuation. Dr. Alyssa Chen paused, her brow furrowing as she examined the flickering monitors. Outside, the vast expanse of space was silent but ominously foreboding. Just as she was about to call for assistance, a strange, faint signal appeared on her screen—an encoded message from an unknown source. The message contained only a sequence of symbols and a faint image of a mysterious object hovering near the station. Alyssa’s instincts told her that this was no ordinary anomaly. Could it be a malfunction, or was something else lurking in the darkness beyond the station's walls? Her heart pounded with anticipation as she prepared to investigate. The station's AI system warned of a potential threat, but it could not identify the origin of the signal. Alyssa knew that uncovering the truth might involve risking everything. The mysterious message, the strange object, and the unexplained power fluctuations hinted at an imminent discovery—one that could change everything she thought she knew about their mission and the universe itself.
1.
What is the main setting of the story?
[2 marks]
2.
What event interrupts the normal activities at the station?
[2 marks]
3.
What does the strange message contain?
[2 marks]
4.
How does the narrator describe her reaction to the mysterious signal?
[2 marks]
5.
Identify one narrative technique used to build suspense in this passage.
[3 marks]
6.
What might Alyssa decide to do next based on the clues in the story? Predict the possible plot development.
[3 marks]
7.
In your opinion, what is the most suspenseful part of the passage and why?
8.
If you were the protagonist, what would be your first step after encountering the mysterious message?
9.
What thematic elements are suggested by this story snippet?
[2 marks]
10.
Create a brief prediction: What do you think the mysterious object might be?
[2 marks]

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Created
12/31/2025
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