Levelled Reading: Levels D-G
Grade 1 - Reading - Building Confidence
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The New Puppy
Jake got a new puppy last weekend. The puppy had soft brown fur. Jake named the puppy Buddy right away. Buddy liked to chase his tail. They played together in the backyard. Every morning Jake fed Buddy his food. Buddy always wagged his tail with joy. One day Buddy chewed an old shoe. Jake was not angry at all. He gave Buddy a chew toy instead. Buddy loved his new toy so much. Now Buddy sleeps next to Jake's bed.
What is this story mostly about?
- Jake learning to swim
- getting a new puppy
- an old shoe that got chewed
What did Jake give Buddy after the chewed shoe?
- a dog biscuit
- a chew toy
- a long walk
Where did Jake and Buddy play together?
- the beach
- the backyard
- the zoo
Which of these events happens first?
- Jake gave him a chew toy instead.
- Jake took Buddy to the vet.
- Jake got a new puppy.
Which of these events happens in the middle of the story?
- Jake took Buddy to the vet.
- Buddy chewed an old shoe.
- Jake got a new puppy.
Which of these events happens last?
- Jake gave him a chew toy instead.
- Jake took Buddy to the vet.
- Jake got a new puppy.
Which sentence tells a detail from this story?
- The puppy had soft brown fur.
- Buddy had black spots on his back.
- Jake gave Buddy a bath every night.
Which sentence is NOT part of this story?
- The puppy had soft brown fur.
- Every morning Jake fed him his food.
- Buddy learned to fetch a stick.
How does Jake feel when Buddy chews his shoe?
- scared
- sad
- calm
What does the word "wagged" mean in this story?
- hung loosely over
- moved side to side
- no longer worried