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Comprehension Assessment - A Cold Wet Place (Year 4) - Quiz

Comprehension reading assessment

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A Cold Wet Place "I wish the Macready would hurry up and take all these people away," said Susan presently, "I'm getting horribly cramped." "And what a filthy smell of camphor!" said Edmund. "I expect the pockets of these coats are full of it," said Susan, "to keep away the moths." "There's something sticking into my back," said Peter. "And isn't it cold?" said Susan. "Now that you mention it, it is cold," said Peter, "and hang it all, it's wet too. What's the matter with this place? I'm sitting on something wet. It's getting wetter every minute." He struggled to his feet. "Let's get out," said Edmund, "they've gone." "O-o-oh!" said Susan suddenly. And everyone asked her what was the matter. * From The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis How many people speak in the passage?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  3
- C.
  
  5
- D.
  
  1
Correct Answer
B. 3

Explanation
In the passage, three people speak: Susan, Edmund, and Peter. Susan expresses her wish for the Macready to take everyone away, Edmund comments on the smell of camphor, and Peter complains about the cold and wetness of the place. Therefore, the correct answer is 3.

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2.

Name the third character who speaks in this passage

Correct Answer
Peter
3.

What could the characters in this passage smell?

Correct Answer
camphor
Camphor

Explanation
The characters in this passage could smell camphor. Camphor is a strong-smelling substance that is often used in medicine and as a fragrance. It is likely that the passage mentions camphor as a scent that the characters are able to detect in their surroundings.

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4.

The thing they were sitting on was both _____________ and __________ . (Write the missing words to this sentence)

Correct Answer
cold wet
Cold Wet
cold, wet
Cold, Wet

Explanation
The correct answer is "cold, wet" or "Cold, Wet". The sentence suggests that the thing they were sitting on had both a low temperature and was damp or moist. The use of the comma in "cold, wet" or "Cold, Wet" implies that the two adjectives are separate and not linked together.

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5.

Who first felt cold?
- A.
  
  Joseph
- B.
  
  Peter
- C.
  
  Susan
- D.
  
  Alex
Correct Answer
C. Susan
6.

Why did Susan think there was the "filthy smell"?
- A.
  
  Somebody had farted.
- B.
  
  There were dead moths.
- C.
  
  It was to keep moths away.
- D.
  
  There was rubbish lying around.
Correct Answer
C. It was to keep moths away.

Explanation
Susan thought there was a "filthy smell" because it was to keep moths away. This suggests that there was a strong and unpleasant odor present, which was intentionally used as a deterrent for moths.

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"I expect the pocket's of these coats are full of it," said Susan. What does she mean by "it"?

Correct Answer
camphor
Camphor

Explanation
Susan is referring to camphor when she says "it." She expects that the pockets of these coats are full of camphor, which implies that camphor is commonly stored or used in the pockets of these coats.

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8.

Where do you think the characters in this passage were?

Correct Answer
wardrobe
cupboard
wadrob
cubord

Explanation
The correct answer is wardrobe, cupboard, wadrob, cubord. The passage suggests that the characters were in a location that can be referred to as both a wardrobe and a cupboard. The variations in spelling (wadrob, cubord) might be due to typographical errors or different regional spellings.

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9.

What's another expression that means "hang it all"?
- A.
  
  Put it on the hook.
- B.
  
  Damn it!
- C.
  
  Use the coat-hanger.
- D.
  
  That's wonderful!
Correct Answer
B. Damn it!

Explanation
The phrase "Damn it!" is used as an expression of frustration or annoyance, similar to "hang it all." It is a common exclamation used to vent frustration or express dissatisfaction with a situation.

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What does the word "cramped" mean?
- A.
  
  Body is sore
- B.
  
  The place smells bad
- C.
  
  There's not enough room
- D.
  
  It looks really old
Correct Answer
C. There's not enough room

Explanation
The word "cramped" means that there is not enough room. It implies that the space is small and crowded, leaving little space for movement or comfort.

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What's another word that could be used in place of the word "horribly" in this passage?
- A.
  
  Disgustingly
- B.
  
  Terribly
- C.
  
  Scarily
- D.
  
  Sadly
Correct Answer
B. Terribly

Explanation
In this passage, the word "horribly" is used to describe something in a negative or unpleasant way. Similarly, the word "terribly" can be used as a synonym for "horribly" to convey the same meaning. It implies that the subject being described is of very poor quality or is causing great distress or discomfort.

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What is camphor used for?

Correct Answer
to keep away moths

Explanation
Camphor is commonly used to keep away moths due to its strong and distinct odor. Moths are repelled by the scent of camphor, making it an effective natural insect repellent. It is often used in closets, drawers, and storage areas to protect clothes and other items from moth damage. Additionally, camphor has antifungal and antimicrobial properties, making it useful for preventing mold and mildew growth.

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Comprehension Assessment - A Cold Wet Place (Year 4)

Name the third character who speaks in this passage

What could the characters in this passage smell?

The thing they were sitting on was both _____________ and __________ . (Write the missing words to this sentence)

Who first felt cold?

Why did Susan think there was the "filthy smell"?

"I expect the pocket's of these coats are full of it," said Susan. What does she mean by "it"?

Where do you think the characters in this passage were?

What's another expression that means "hang it all"?

What does the word "cramped" mean?

What's another word that could be used in place of the word "horribly" in this passage?

What is camphor used for?

The thing they were sitting on was both ___ and . (Write the missing words to this sentence)