Al-Mustapha High School Name: __________________

Grade 7 (A, B, C, D) March ________, 2024

Reading Comprehension Practice

1 The sun rose over the quaint town of Harmonyville, casting a warm glow over the cobblestone streets and
bustling market square. Excitement hummed in the air as the townsfolk prepared for the annual event that brought
them together – "The Best Winner of All" competition.

2 Unlike typical contests that measured strength or talent, this competition celebrated the virtues of kindness,
empathy, and generosity. It was a time when the community came together to recognize those who had made a positive
impact on the lives of others.

3 Among the contenders was Emily, a bright-eyed sixth-grader known for her compassionate heart and unwavering
dedication to helping those in need. From organizing food drives to tutoring younger students, Emily's acts of kindness
had touched the lives of many in Harmonyville.

4 Determined to make a difference, Emily dove headfirst into the competition. She spent countless hours
brainstorming ways to spread kindness throughout the town, enlisting the help of her classmates and neighbors along
the way.

5 One of Emily's most ambitious projects was the transformation of a neglected park on the outskirts of town. With
shovels and paintbrushes in hand, Emily and her friends worked tirelessly to breathe new life into the space. They
planted flowers, installed benches, and even built a small playground for the children of Harmonyville to enjoy.

6 But Emily's kindness didn't stop there. She also started a "Kindness Club" at her school, inspiring her peers to
perform random acts of kindness each day. From holding doors open for strangers to leaving notes of encouragement in
lockers, the members of the Kindness Club spread joy wherever they went.

7 As the day of the competition drew near, the excitement in Harmonyville reached a fever pitch. The townsfolk
eagerly awaited the chance to honor those who had made a difference in their community.

8 When the day finally arrived, the town square was filled with laughter and cheer as the finalists gathered on
stage. Each contender shared their story of kindness and the impact it had made on those around them.

9 But it was Emily's story that truly captured the hearts of the judges. Her selfless acts of kindness had brought
hope and joy to the people of Harmonyville, proving that even the smallest gestures could make a world of difference.

10 With tears of joy in their eyes, the judges declared Emily "The Best Winner of All." But as Emily stood on stage,
accepting her trophy with a beaming smile, she knew that the true prize was the love and gratitude of her community.

11 In the end, the Best Winner of All wasn't the one with the biggest trophy or the most impressive talents. It was
the one who had shown kindness, empathy, and generosity to those around them – the one who had made the world a
better place for all who lived in it. And in Harmonyville, that winner was Emily.
Questions

A. Choose the correct answer.

1. The type of the text is:

a. descriptive b. narrative c. informative
2. The genre of text is:
a. realistic fiction b. nonfiction c. fiction
3. The mood of the passage is:
a. touched b. angry c. neutral (no feelings)
4. The author’s purpose is to:

a. describe b. entertain and express a point of view c. inform

B. Choose the correct answer.

1. What event brought the townsfolk of Harmonyville together?
a) Talent show
b) Kindness competition
c) Charity fundraiser
d) Sports tournament
2. What qualities did the "Best Winner of All" competition celebrate?
a) Strength and talent
b) Kindness, empathy, and generosity
c) Intelligence and creativity
d) Athleticism and endurance
3. What grade was Emily in?
a) Fifth grade
b) Sixth grade
c) Seventh grade
d) Eighth grade
4. What did Emily and her friends do to transform the neglected park?
a) Organized a talent show
b) Planted flowers and installed benches
c) Held a sports tournament
d) Conducted a science experiment
5. What did Emily start at her school to inspire kindness?
a) Math club
b) Kindness club
c) Drama club
d) Debate club
6. What was the atmosphere like in Harmonyville as the day of the competition approached?
a) Sadness and despair
b) Fear and uncertainty
c) Excitement and anticipation
d) Boredom and indifference
7. Why did the judges declare Emily "The Best Winner of All"?
a) She had the biggest trophy
b) She performed the most impressive talents
c) Her selfless acts of kindness had a significant impact
d) She raised the most money for charity
8. What was the true prize for Emily according to the passage?
a) A large sum of money
b) The biggest trophy
c) The love and gratitude of her community
d) A scholarship to college
9. What did Emily and her classmates do to spread kindness in Harmonyville?
a) Played pranks on strangers
b) Cleaned up the town square
c) Hosted a carnival
d) Started a petition
10. According to the passage, what makes someone the "Best Winner of All"?
a) Having the most talents
b) Being the most popular
c) Showing kindness, empathy, and generosity

d) Winning multiple competitions

C. The following statements are false. Rewrite them correctly.

1. “The Best Winner of All” is a traditional contest.

2. “The Best Winner of All” award was given to anybody who had strength or talent.

3. The Best Winner of All was the one with the biggest trophy or the most impressive talents.

4. The townsfolk eagerly awaited the chance to honor those who had won the trophy.

D. Answer the following questions in complete sentences.

1. Give the passage a title.

2. Describe the atmosphere in Harmonyville as the annual competition approached.
3. How did the "Best Winner of All" competition differ from typical contests?
4. What qualities did Emily possess that made her a contender in the competition?
5. Explain one of Emily's ambitious projects mentioned in the passage.
6. What was the purpose of the "Kindness Club" that Emily started at her school?
7. How did Emily and her friends contribute to the transformation of the neglected park? (What
actions did they perform)
8. Why do you think Emily's story captured the hearts of the judges?
9. What do you think was the true prize for Emily?
10. How did Emily demonstrate kindness, empathy, and generosity throughout the story?
11. How would you demonstrate kindness, empathy, and generosity in your community? What would
you do? Tell us about your project.

E. Circle the best synonym or definition for the boldfaced words in the text.

1- Quaint: a- happy b- picturesque c- bright

2- hummed: a- buzzed b- inactivated c- sang

3- townsfolk: a- residents b- shop keepers c- sellers

4- contenders: a-classmates b- dropouts c- competitors

5- compassionate: a- cruel b- warm-hearted c- patient

6- drives (noun): a- restaurants b- booths c- pickups

7- dove headfirst: a- plunge b- submerge c- go in wholeheartedly

8- enlisting: a- calling up b- rejecting c- overlooking

9- fever-pitched: a- plunged b- in a state of extreme excitement c- in a state of defeat

10- selfless: a- rude b- ruthless c- self sacrificing

11- beaming: a- dim b- dark c- shining