Let's solve the comprehension exercise about
"The Piñata" step by step. The text provides information about the origin, purpose, and traditions related to piñatas in Mexico.
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Reading Comprehension Questions & Answers:
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1. To make a piñata you need a _________ and decorate it with coloured _________.
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Answer: *clay pot* and *paper*
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Explanation: The text says: *"A piñata is a clay pot filled with sweets, fruit and confetti, which is decorated with coloured paper."*
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2. A piñata represents the seven __________ sins.
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Answer: *capital*
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Explanation: The text states: *"it represents the seven capital sins..."*
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3. The child who is taking in turn is wearing a __________ and he cannot see.
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Answer: *blindfold (or scarf)*
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Explanation: The text says: *"a child, wearing a blindfold, (scarf) tries to break the piñata..."*
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4. The piñata is filled with ________, fruit and ________.
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Answer: *sweets* and *confetti*
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Explanation: The text says: *"filled with sweets, fruit and confetti"*
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5. The piñata is associated with __________, __________ and parties.
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Answer: *Christmas*, *birthdays*
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Explanation: The text says: *"Mexican children love piñatas and they associate them with Christmas, birthdays and 'fiestas'."*
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6. While a child is hitting the piñata, the others __________ the piñata song.
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Answer: *chant*
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Explanation: The text says: *"the rest of the group clap and chant the piñata song."*
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7. The piñata is a __________ tradition and it comes from __________.
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Answer: *Mexican* and *China*
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Explanation: The text says: *"The piñata is a tradition from Mexico, but its origin is from China."*
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✔ Final Answer Key:
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clay pot,
paper
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capital
3.
blindfold (or scarf)
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sweets,
confetti
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Christmas,
birthdays
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chant
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Mexican,
China
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This worksheet helps students practice reading comprehension, vocabulary, and cultural knowledge about Mexican traditions. The decorative border and illustrations also make it engaging for younger learners!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of history of the pinata worksheet.
