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English Comprehension for Primary
The English Comprehension series aims to help pupils familiarise themselves with the different types of passages and the different questioning techniques used. Pupils also get acquainted with the examination format, ensuring that they are equipped with critical skills to answer comprehension questions confidently.
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PELANGI PUBLISHING SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. ( 201112597 C ) 1 Goldhill Plaza, #02-27 Goldhill Plaza Novena, Singapore 308899. E-mail: pps@pelangibooks.com Š Pelangi Publishing Singapore Pte. Ltd. 2015
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All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, photocopying, mechanical, recording or otherwise, without the prior permission of Pelangi Publishing Singapore Pte. Ltd.
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This English Comprehension for Primary Levels series is specially written as a learning resource for primary school pupils to practise and work on improving their comprehension skills. Pupils are exposed to comprehension passages based on a variety of themes and genres to enhance their understanding of the different types of text taught in school.
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The contents in the books are presented in an interesting and informative manner so that pupils will find it worthwhile reading the passages and attempting the related questions. This series provides pupils with different types of comprehension questions prepared in the multiple-choice and open-ended formats.
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– For the Multiple-choice Questions (MCQ) section, the comprehension passages come with stimuli such as pictures, diagrams, charts, graphs, tables, notices, posters, advertisements, and others where appropriate to help pupils comprehend the texts thoroughly.
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– For the Open-ended Questions (OE) section, illustrations are featured, where appropriate, together with the comprehension passages to help pupils comprehend the texts effectively. Questioning patterns may be in the form of a table, graphic organiser, flow chart and others for which relevant information based on the passages will be filled in.
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This series provides pupils with intensive practice along the way. The passages are arranged in such a way that they first lay the foundation to build up pupils’ confidence in tackling comprehension questions. From here, they will progress to passages that encourage higher-level thinking and understanding. Ultimately, pupils are challenged to think beyond the ideas presented in the passages. It is expected that pupils who attempt the exercises will see a marked improvement in their reading and comprehension skills.
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To ensure that pupils have a stress-free smooth reading and a wholesome comprehension of the passages, a glossary is provided for every passage. To kill two birds with one stone, the glossary also increases pupils’ vocabulary and aids in other writing, reading and comprehension exercises. With the winning combination of varied comprehension passages, carefully-formulated questions, vivid illustrations, user-friendly layout designs and complete answers, the result-oriented approach adopted by the writers of the books will ensure that excellent learning results are within the reach of every pupil.
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EXERCISE 1 (MCQ)............................... 1
EXERCISE 26 (OE).............................. 51
EXERCISE 2 (OE)..................................3
EXERCISE 27 (MCQ)...........................53
EXERCISE 3 (MCQ)...............................5
EXERCISE 28 (OE)..............................55
EXERCISE 4 (OE)..................................7
EXERCISE 29 (MCQ)...........................57
EXERCISE 5 (MCQ)...............................9
EXERCISE 30 (OE)..............................59
EXERCISE 6 (OE)................................. 11
EXERCISE 31 (MCQ)........................... 61
EXERCISE 7 (MCQ)............................. 13
EXERCISE 32 (OE)..............................63
EXERCISE 8 (OE)................................ 15
EXERCISE 33 (MCQ)...........................65
EXERCISE 9 (MCQ)............................. 17
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EXERCISE 38 (OE)..............................75
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According to a survey, the most popular hobby is playing games. 30% of the teenagers cited playing outdoor games as their favourite pastime. Most boys enjoy an exciting game of football in the evening. Some prefer basketball as there is a basketball court in the neighbourhood. Besides fun and excitement, outdoor games provide young teenagers with the exercise they need to grow strong and fit. Reading takes up 28% of the pie chart and is the second most popular hobby. Teenagers are constantly encouraged to read more as it is a good habit to cultivate. There is a big public library near the housing estate so it is very convenient to go there to read or borrow books. Only 18% of the teenagers stated that watching television is their hobby. Many of them say that they have no time for television as they have to divide their time between school, tuition and outdoor activities. Some, however, feel that they should make the time to watch television with their family as it is quality time spent with their loved ones during the week. Collecting stamps takes up only 12% of the pie chart. Not many teenagers show an interest in this hobby. One of the reasons could be that, nowadays, people use the computer to send e-mails to friends and families. Very few would use the traditional method of snail mail where stamps are needed. 7% of the pie chart goes to fishing which is clearly not a popular hobby as most teenagers consider it boring. Lastly, only 5% of the teenagers enjoy cooking. Most of them joke that they love to eat, not to cook. 1
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Once, there was a poor shepherd who was looking desperately for work so that he could earn some money to feed his family. A farmer gave him work, promising to give him a sheep when the work was completed. However, when the shepherd had finished the work, the cruel farmer chased him off his land. The shepherd went to the mayor to settle the matter. The mayor gave the shepherd and the farmer three riddles. The sheep would be given to the man who could solve the riddles. Both men agreed. The mayor then told them the three riddles. What are the swiftest, sweetest and richest things in the world? He told them to think carefully and come back the next day with the answers. The next day, both men came back to the mayor’s house. The mayor told the farmer to give his answers first. The farmer said arrogantly, “The swiftest thing is my prized horse. The sweetest thing is the golden honey from my own beehives. The richest thing is my chest, full of gold coins.” The mayor then asked the shepherd for his answers. Bowing humbly to the mayor, the shepherd answered, “Thought is the swiftest thing in this world. In the blink of an eye, I can think of something or someone hundreds of miles away. Sleep is the sweetest thing in the world, for when a man is tired, there’s nothing sweeter than sleep. Earth is the richest thing in the world, for all the riches of the world come from Earth.” The mayor was very pleased with the shepherd’s answers. “You have answered wisely,” he said, “and the sheep is yours.” Answer the questions in complete sentences. 1. What was the payment promised to the shepherd upon completion of his work?
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1. swiftest – fastest e.g. The cheetah is the swiftest animal on land. 2. arrogantly – in a proud, unpleasant way e.g. The rich man walked arrogantly past the poor man. 3. prized – valuable e.g. I lost some of my most prized possessions in the fire. 4. humbly – in a way that shows that you do not think you are as important as others e.g. The man humbly bowed his head when he met the chief.
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Have you ever seen a plant growing inside a bottle and wondered how it got in there? It is actually a very simple procedure. To grow a plant in a bottle, you must first decide on the shape of the bottle you want to use. Choose a bottle that can be placed on its side. The bottle must be big and wide enough for a small plant to grow in. When you have finally selected a suitable bottle, wash it well with soapy water until it is clean. Be sure to rinse it well as no soapy residue should be left behind in the bottle. Next, dry the bottle thoroughly in the sun. When the bottle is completely dry, remove it from the sun and cool it before use. It is preferable to wait a day or two before growing the plant in the bottle. To begin planting, place the bottle on its side and make sure it does not roll about. Put a layer of pebbles at the bottom of the bottle. This is followed by another layer, which is a mixture of sand and top soil, over the layer of pebbles. Next, lower a small plant onto the soil in the bottle with a hook. Place the plant in the centre of the bottle, making sure that it stands upright. Add more soil at the base of the plant to hold it firmly in place. After this, make sure you water the plant regularly. Put the plant near sunlight as it needs air, sunlight and water to grow well. However, it must not be put directly in the hot sun. Keep the newly grown plant in a shady area until the plant grows strong and healthy. A miniature plant in a pretty bottle can be an interesting centrepiece in your living room. You can give it to someone as a special gift. 5
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Thank you for your letter which I received two days ago. I enjoyed reading about your life in New York. In this letter, I will tell you about my family.
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There are five members in my family. My father owns a convenience store in my neighbourhood. My mother helps him in the store every day. We live in a big residential area so business is quite brisk. Our house is a double-storey shophouse so we live upstairs and operate the convenience store downstairs. Many of our customers are our neighbours and friends.
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I am the oldest child in the family. I have a younger brother who is eight years old and his name is John. My baby sister is only seven months old and her name is Celina. As the oldest child in the family, I often have to help out in the convenience store on weekends. I like doing that because I can eat all the snacks and sweets that I want while working.
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I am very lucky to have wonderful and loving parents. My mother is the best mum in the world. Besides helping my father, she does the household chores. She cooks very well and I love her hot and spicy curries the most. My little brother can be rather mischievous and, sometimes, I can get quite annoyed with him. Little Celina is really adorable and she is definitely my favourite sibling.
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Dear Sarah, Thank you for your email. I am really surprised to hear that you want to learn to cook an omelette. Well, here’s the recipe. I have attached the pictures of the steps involved for your easy reference. Firstly, get the ingredients ready. You will need an onion, a chilli and two eggs. Slice the onion and chilli finely. Then, break the two eggs into a bowl and beat them with a fork. Do not forget to sprinkle salt and pepper to taste. Next, put a frying pan on the stove. Heat up the pan and pour some cooking oil into it. Fry the onion and chilli first until they are slightly brown. After that, pour the egg mixture into the pan. Make sure the heat is moderate so that the omelette will not burn. Fry the omelette on one side until it is slightly brown. Flip the omelette to the other side and continue to cook until both sides of the omelette are slightly brown.
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Transfer the omelette to the plate. You can garnish the omelette with a few slices of tomato. Your omelette is now ready to be served. Mother wants me to remind you to be careful when you are using the knife. You know how you always cut yourself at home when you help her in the kitchen. She also reminds you to eat a lot of vegetables with your omelette so that you will have enough fibre in your diet. I have to end here. I have so much homework to do today. See you in December when you come home for the holidays. Bye. Your sister, Jane
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Sutik is from Sumatra, Indonesia. She is 24 years old and has two years of work experience. Previously, she was employed as a housemaid in Sumatra and she is able to cook Chinese food, and do general housework. Sutik is described as a cheerful person who does her work well. Although she is single, she has experience in looking after babies and children because she has many younger brothers and sisters back home in Indonesia. She says she wants to work as a maid to help her family financially as she comes from a poor family.
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Catherine comes from the Philippines. She is 26 years old and she has three years of work experience. Her former employer is a chef in Hong Kong and thus Catherine is able to cook Chinese food very well. She is also proficient at all household chores such as cleaning and ironing clothes. Catherine is a cheerful and pleasant person. As she has a college education, she will be able to tutor young children and help them with their homework. Catherine wants to work as a maid so that she can earn money for her children’s education.
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Chenda is from Cambodia and she is 26 years old. She has two years of work experience as a housemaid in Cambodia. Besides doing housework, she had to look after her employer’s aged mother who was bedridden. She is hardworking and uncomplaining even when she faces difficulties. Chenda is described as a serious and quiet person. She is married and a mother of two young children. Her reason for coming to work in Singapore as a housemaid is to help her family financially.
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• Do not seek shelter under a tall isolated tree – lightning often strikes the highest object on the ground. If you have no choice, stay under a clump of small trees.
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• Run for shelter when you hear thunder or see lightning. Sometimes, lightning strikes before the rain comes.
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• Take shelter inside a big building like a shop or a house, inside a metal vehicle like a car, bus or van.
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• Stay away from isolated tall poles. Although you may not be hit directly when lightning strikes tall objects, the current will travel through the ground to you.
• Do not touch any metallic object such as electrical equipment or wiring. If you really must use your laptop, disconnect the wires and run it on battery or wireless Internet.
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• Get yourself wet if it rains because the water in your clothes helps reduce serious injuries if you are struck. The current flows over you instead of inside you
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15-year-old Jeremy Wong was walking to school at 7 o'clock yesterday morning when he was stopped by a gang of thugs. The gang wanted him to give them all his pocket money and his new watch. Jeremy refused to give up his watch and a struggle ensued in which one of the thugs hit Jeremy with an iron pipe. When he fell to the ground unconscious, the thugs took his money and watch and ran off. Mathew Lee and his friends saw the incident and ran forward to help Jeremy but they were too late. The thugs had already made their escape by the time they reached Jeremy. Mathew called for an ambulance which arrived a few minutes later to take Jeremy to the hospital. “I don’t recognise any of the thugs who attacked him. Most of them have tattoos on their arms and bodies,” said Mathew when he was questioned by a policeman. As a result of the assault, Jeremy suffered head injuries and minor cuts on his left hand. He is currently being treated for his injuries at the General Hospital and his condition is reported to be stable. Police have warned the public to be on their guard. They suggested that schoolchildren should try to walk to school in a group, instead of alone. A police spokesman said, “Jeremy Wong had a lucky escape. He could have been badly hurt by the gang.” Answer the questions in complete sentences. 1. When was Jeremy attacked by a gang of thugs?
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The English Comprehension series aims to help pupils familiarise themselves with the different types of passages and the different questioning techniques used. Pupils also get acquainted with the examination format, ensuring that they are equipped with critical skills to answer comprehension questions confidently.
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