Passage: 1
One morning, as Mary walked
through the lush green forest near her home, she stumbled upon a peculiar
sight. There, nestled between the tall oak trees, was a small clearing where a
quaint little cottage stood. It seemed to have emerged straight out of a fairy
tale, with its sloping roof covered in moss and ivy, and colorful wildflowers
adorning its windowsills.
Curiosity getting the better of
her, Mary approached the cottage cautiously. As she drew nearer, she noticed
the front door was slightly ajar. Peeking inside, she was met with a warm glow
emanating from a crackling fireplace, casting dancing shadows on the walls. The
interior of the cottage was cozy and inviting, adorned with rustic wooden
furniture and shelves lined with books.
Just as Mary was about to step
inside, she heard a soft voice coming from the garden behind the cottage.
Puzzled, she followed the sound and found herself in a beautiful garden
bursting with blooms of every hue. At the center of the garden stood an elderly
woman with twinkling eyes, tending to her vibrant flowers with tender care.
"Hello, dear," the woman
greeted Mary with a warm smile. "What brings you to my humble abode?"
"I... I was just exploring
the forest and came across your cottage. It's lovely," Mary replied, still
slightly taken aback by the unexpected encounter.
The woman chuckled softly.
"Well, you're welcome to stay and explore as long as you like. My name is
Eliza, by the way."
Mary spent the rest of the day
wandering through the enchanting garden, listening to Eliza's tales of magical
creatures and faraway lands. As the sun began to set, casting a golden glow
over the treetops, Mary knew she had stumbled upon something truly extraordinary
in the heart of the forest.
And so, with a heart full of
wonder and gratitude, Mary bid farewell to Eliza and the quaint little cottage,
knowing that she would cherish the memory of her magical encounter for years to
come.
-Questions
1. Where did Mary stumble upon the
peculiar sight?
2. Describe the appearance of the
cottage.
3. What did Mary notice about the
front door of the cottage?
4. What did Mary find in the
garden behind the cottage?
5. How did Eliza greet Mary?
6. What did Mary do for the rest
of the day?
7. How did Mary feel as she bid
farewell to Eliza and the cottage?
Passage: 2
The sun beat down mercilessly on
the parched earth, casting long shadows across the desolate landscape. In the
heart of the desert, where the scorching sands stretched endlessly in every
direction, a lone traveller trudged wearily forward. His name was Ahmed, a
nomad who had roamed the desert for as long as he could remember, guided only
by the stars and the whispers of the wind.
As Ahmed journeyed through the
unforgiving terrain, his thoughts drifted back to the oasis he had once called
home. It had been a place of respite and tranquillity, where lush palm trees
swayed gently in the breeze and cool, clear water flowed freely. But that was
long ago, before the relentless drought had descended upon the land, turning it
into a barren wasteland.
Despite the hardships he faced,
Ahmed pressed on, driven by an unyielding determination to find a new home for
himself and his family. For days on end, he wandered through the desert, his
thirst growing ever more insatiable with each passing hour. But just when he
felt his strength waning, he spotted a glimmer of hope on the horizon.
In the distance, nestled between
the dunes, Ahmed saw the shimmering waters of a hidden oasis. Renewed by the
prospect of salvation, he quickened his pace, his heart pounding with
anticipation. As he drew nearer, he could hear the gentle lapping of the water
against the shore, and he knew that his prayers had been answered.
With a cry of joy, Ahmed stumbled
into the oasis, collapsing onto the soft, cool grass that lined its banks.
Tears of gratitude welled up in his eyes as he drank deeply from the
crystal-clear waters, feeling the life-giving liquid rejuvenate his weary body.
And as he gazed up at the endless expanse of sky above him, he knew that he had
finally found his place in the world.
Questions:
1. What is the setting of the
passage?
2. Describe Ahmed.
3. What memories did Ahmed recall
as he journeyed through the desert?
4. What drove Ahmed to continue
his journey despite the hardships?
5. What did Ahmed spot on the
horizon, and how did it affect him?
6. Describe Ahmed's reaction when
he reached the oasis.
7. How did Ahmed feel as he drank
from the oasis and realized he had found his new home?
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