Ashraf and the Flying Saucer: English Grammar Quiz
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Why did Segun get into trouble for making faces and sticking his tongue out at the headmaster?

  • He was dared by his friends.
  • He thought the headmaster would laugh.
  • He believed the radio frequencies would make him invisible. (correct)
  • He was trying to distract the headmaster.

    • What motivated Eugene to join Ashraf's new plan?

  • Curiosity about the plane.
  • Promise of chocolate cake. (correct)
  • Desire for adventure.
  • Friendship with Ashraf.

    • What does Ashraf promise his friends?

  • A plane that can sit four people comfortably. (correct)
  • A science experiment.
  • A new bike.
  • A spaceship.

    • What consequence did Eugene face for believing Ashraf's previous invention would make them invisible?

    <p>He spent the weekend in detention.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Segun's reaction to Ashraf's promise this time?

    <p>He doubted Ashraf and teased him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the friends planning to hide from Simon?

    <p>Their new adventure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Segun upset with Ashraf?

    <p>Ashraf's inventions haven't worked out</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Ashraf's main interest?

    <p>Inventing and experimenting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ashraf do to prepare for the test flight?

    <p>Gets comfortable seats and snacks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Ashraf's friends respond to his invitation?

    <p>They mock him by referring to traveling to Jupiter or Saturn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Ashraf react to seeing hundreds of children in his backyard?

    <p>He starts to panic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which word describes how Ashraf ate his breakfast?

    <p>Hurriedly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Ashraf expect from Segun regardless of the failure of previous inventions?

    <p>To support him no matter what</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these was NOT part of Ashraf's preparations for the test flight?

    <p>Installing new propellers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the bus driver?

    <p>Ada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Ashraf not doing during the first lesson?

    <p>Listening to the teacher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what time does the first break occur?

    <p>11:00 am</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Ashraf rush to do after getting off the bus?

    <p>Get to his classroom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What invention is Ashraf talking about in the story?

    <p>A plane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Ashraf sit glumly in his imaginary cockpit?

    <p>He was sad that his flying saucer had failed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was placed on the branches of the tree?

    <p>Two hats with a slice of chocolate cake on each</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Eugene's suggestion for their next experiment?

    <p>Boil an egg using heat from the sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the kids walk away disappointed?

    <p>They expected to see a real flying saucer and only saw a tree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Segun, what might Ashraf do when he grows up?

    <p>Build his inventions for real</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What historical fact is included in the content?

    <p>The first aeroplane was named the Wright Flyer and invented by the Wright Brothers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What activity did Eugene warn could cause them to fall off the tree?

    <p>Shaking the branches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What demonstrates that Ashraf liked the encouragement from his friends?

    <p>He hugged them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ashraf's Character

    • Ashraf is an ambitious boy who takes interest in inventing and experimenting with things.
    • He is determined to prove his friends wrong, despite their lack of belief in his inventions.

    Ashraf's Latest Invention

    • Ashraf has invented a flying saucer, which he claims can sit four people comfortably.
    • He has prepared comfortable seats, snacks, and checked the saucer for readiness.

    Friends' Reaction

    • Ashraf's friends, Eugene and Segun, are skeptical about his latest invention.
    • They remind him of his previous failed inventions, such as a time capsule that could send them into the future and a dismantled radio that could make them invisible.

    The Big Surprise

    • Ashraf waits for his friends, but instead, hundreds of children approach his backyard, expecting to see a flying saucer.
    • Ashraf is shocked and starting to panic, but his friends, Eugene and Segun, support him.

    The Reality

    • The flying saucer is just a tree with two hats and a slice of chocolate cake on each branch.
    • The kids are disappointed and leave, but Ashraf's friends remain supportive.

    Conclusion

    • Ashraf's friends encourage him to keep inventing and maybe one day, he will build real inventions.
    • They suggest starting small, like boiling an egg using heat from the sun.

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