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Inferencing Reading Comprehension Worksheet
Read the passage carefully. Use clues in the text and what you already know to make inferences. Support written answers with evidence from the passage.
Reading Passage: The Last Ferry
On Monday morning, Harper reached the wharf just as the clouds began to gather over the bay. He checked the timetable again, although he knew the 7:20 ferry was the last one before the service paused for repairs. In his backpack was a tin of biscuits his grandmother had baked the day before.
The ferry pulled in slowly. Its deck was nearly empty, and the skipper waved Harper aboard. As they crossed the bay, Harper kept one hand on the tin and watched the dark clouds drift towards the headland. He had promised Gran he would visit before she left for a long stay with his aunt.
When the ferry reached the other side, rain tapped against the windows of the small terminal. Harper hurried up the path. Gran was waiting on her porch, wearing her yellow raincoat. She laughed when he held out the tin, then opened the door wide. Harper glanced back towards the bay. The ferry was already turning for its return trip.
Make Inferences
1.What time of day is it most likely when Harper arrives at the wharf?
- Early morning
- Midday
- Late afternoon
- Night
2.Why does Harper check the timetable even though he already knows the ferry time?
3.What is Harper most likely bringing Gran in the tin?
- A set of tools
- Homemade biscuits
- A ferry ticket
- A raincoat
4.What can you infer about why Harper is visiting Gran now? Use a clue from the passage.
5.What does the skipper's wave suggest about the skipper's attitude towards Harper?
- The skipper is welcoming or friendly.
- The skipper is annoyed that Harper is travelling.
- The skipper is unsure where Harper should go.
- The skipper does not notice Harper.
6.Name one detail that suggests Harper is concerned about keeping the biscuits safe, and explain what it implies.
7.How might Harper feel when he sees Gran waiting on the porch? Give one likely feeling and support it with a clue.
8.Which traits best describe Harper? Select all that apply.
- Thoughtful
- Careless
- Reliable
- Unkind
9.What does the phrase “the ferry was already turning for its return trip” help you understand about Harper's visit?
10.What can you infer about Harper and Gran's relationship? Give two clues from the passage to support your answer.
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