Here is the solution to the reading comprehension worksheet, with explanations for each answer:
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1. Who were the characters in the story?
✔ Correct Answer: (b) Tony, (c) Teacher, (d) nurse
Explanation:
The story mentions three people:
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Tony — the boy who got hurt.
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Tony’s teacher — who walked him to the nurse.
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The school nurse — who gave him an ice pack.
“Tammy” is not mentioned anywhere in the story, so (a) is incorrect.
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2. Who was the main character in the story?
✔ Correct Answer: (b) Tony
Explanation:
The story is centered around Tony — it describes his actions, his injury, and how he felt. The teacher and nurse are supporting characters who help him. The title “A Trip to the Nurse” also implies that Tony is the one going on the trip, making him the main character.
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3. What is the setting of the story?
✔ Correct Answer: (a) School
Explanation:
The story says Tony’s class was playing kickball *for recess*, and he went to the *school nurse*. These details clearly place the story at a school. There’s no mention of home or a park.
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4. When were they playing kickball?
✔ Correct Answer: (b) Recess
Explanation:
The very first sentence says: “Tony’s class was playing kickball
for recess.” So the time is explicitly stated as recess.
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5. What is the problem in the story?
✔ Correct Answer: (a) The ball hit Tony’s head.
Explanation:
The problem is the event that causes conflict or concern in the story. Here, Tony gets hurt when the ball hits his head — that’s the central problem. Playing at recess (b) is normal; walking to the nurse (c) is the solution, not the problem.
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6. How was the problem solved?
✔ Correct Answer: (b) Tony went to the nurse.
Explanation:
The problem (head injury) was solved by Tony going to the nurse, who gave him an ice pack. The story ends with “Soon, his head began to feel better,” showing the solution worked. He didn’t go to class or home — those are not mentioned as solutions.
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✔ Final Answers:
1. (b), (c), (d)
2. (b)
3. (a)
4. (b)
5. (a)
6. (b)
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Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of stories worksheet.
