The Rainy-Day Picnic
by RV Staff Writer J.C.
Adam has been looking forward to a promised picnic at the park. But when rain seems to have dampened his plans, his parents have some ideas to save the day. After reading the story, students will answer questions on the characters and the details.
Reading Comprehension Passage
The Rainy-Day Picnic
by RV Staff Writer J.C.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Vocabulary List
Vocabulary List
Each of the vocabulary words below are used in the reading passage. As you read the passage, pay attention to context clues that suggest the word’s meaning.
- Usually
- Cheerfully
- Replied
- Quiver
- Cozy
- Spoil
- Roasting
Context Clues
Context Clues
Using context clues from the sentences in the passage, underline the correct meaning of the word in boldface.
1) “He wasn’t sure, but he thought that was the time his family usually woke up when they went to work and school.”
a. often b. never c. always d. from time to time
2) “Hello!” said Adam, cheerfully. “It’s time to get up and go to the park!”
a. sleepily b. quietly c. happily d. hopefully
3) “I don’t know,” replied Adam.
a. yelled b. wondered c. explained d. responded
4) “Adam’s lip began to quiver. His eyes got misty.”
a. hurt b. tremble c. kiss d. turn red
5) “They sat together on the couch. They snuggled, and it was cozy.”
a. uncomfortable b. squished c. comfortable d. rainy
6) “Hmm,” he said. “Rain might spoil a picnic in the park, but it can also be fun sometimes.”
a. close b. ruin c. postpone d. dirty
7) “There were marshmallows and hot dogs on sticks for roasting.”
a. eating b. sharing c. cooking d. washing