Unseen Passage for Class 3 - Passage 01
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Emma eagerly observed as the moving van pulled up in front of the house next door. Excitement filled her as she imagined having new neighbors to play with. The house had been empty for months, and Emma had been hoping for a friend her age to move in.
After the van doors opened, Emma's heart sank a little when she saw an older couple stepping out. Her mom, noticing Emma's disappointment, gently explained that they were probably retired. Emma's hope of finding a new friend seemed to fade away.
Feeling dejected, Emma retreated to her room and lay on her bed, contemplating the long and boring summer ahead. As the only kid her age in the neighborhood, she couldn't help but feel lonely.
Just then, a knock on the partially open door interrupted Emma's thoughts. It was her mom, inviting her to join her in welcoming the new neighbors. Emma wasn't particularly excited but decided to accompany her mom anyway.
Walking next door, Emma's eyes widened when a young girl stepped out onto the porch and bumped right into her. The girl introduced herself as Olivia, explaining that she was helping her grandparents unpack. Emma's disappointment quickly turned into a glimmer of hope as she realized Olivia was the same age as her.
As Emma and Olivia chatted, Olivia's grandparents joined them. Emma's mom suggested that Emma could show Olivia around the neighborhood since they were the same age. Mrs. Anderson, Olivia's grandmother, expressed gratitude and shared that Olivia spent most weekends with them. She also mentioned that Olivia's grandparents loved telling great stories.
Emma agreed to keep an eye on Olivia's grandparents and felt a sense of responsibility and excitement at the prospect of hearing their captivating stories. As they bid farewell, Emma's mom extended an invitation for a tea and cake get-together, hoping to foster new friendships.
Walking back home, Emma realized that the new neighbors, though not exactly what she had expected, might turn out to be perfect after all. She was excited about the possibility of having a new friend in Olivia and cherished the prospect of listening to the grandparents' fascinating tales.
Q1) Who is Emma hoping to find as her new neighbor?
A. A retired couple
B. Olivia
C. A friend her age
D. Mrs. Anderson
Answer: C. A friend her age
Q2) Why does Emma feel dejected when the older couple steps out of the moving van?
A. The couple seems unfriendly
B. Emma's mom tells her they are retired
C. Emma realizes they have no children
D. Emma wanted someone younger as her neighbor
Answer: D. Emma wanted someone younger as her neighbor
Q3) What does Mrs. Anderson mention about Olivia's grandparents?
A. They have fascinating stories
B. They often go on vacations
C. They are not friendly with their neighbors
D. They prefer to stay indoors
Answer: A. They have fascinating stories
Q4) Why does Emma agree to keep an eye on Olivia's grandparents?
A. She wants to make a good impression
B. She enjoys spending time with older people
C. Olivia asked her as a favor
D. Emma's mom insisted she should
Answer: C. Olivia asked her as a favor
Q5) What does Emma's mom invite Olivia's family for?
A. A movie night
B. A tea and cake get-together
C. A neighborhood picnic
D. A game night
Answer: B. A tea and cake get-together
Q6) What does the word "dejected" mean in the passage?
A. Excited
B. Disappointed
C. Confused
D. Curious
Answer: B. Disappointed
Q7) What does the word "prospect" mean in the passage?
A. A person's gaze
B. A potential outcome or possibility
C. A small porch
D. A distant place
Answer: B. A potential outcome or possibility
Q8) True or False: Emma was the only child in the neighborhood before Olivia moved in.
Answer: True
Q9) Fill in the Blanks. Olivia's grandparents _______ telling great stories.
A. loved
B. disliked
C. avoided
D. ignored
Answer: A. loved
Q10) What did Emma feel when Olivia bumped into her on the porch?
A. Angry
B. Excited
C. Indifferent
D. Scared
Answer: B. Excited