English Summer Task

Grade 3
Students can use the loose sheets or any rough register/notebook to complete the task.
Comprehension
Read the comprehension passage and answer the following questions.
Passage#1Title: The Adventure in the Enchanted Forest

Once upon a time, in a small village nestled near the edge of a vast forest, there lived a curious young girl
named Lily. Lily had always been fascinated by stories of adventure and magic, and she often dreamed of
exploring the mysterious forest that loomed nearby.

One sunny morning, as she played in her backyard, Lily noticed something glittering amidst the trees. It was a
beautiful, shimmering butterfly, unlike any she had ever seen before. Entranced, Lily followed the butterfly
deeper and deeper into the forest, her heart pounding with excitement.

As she ventured further into the woods, the trees seemed to whisper secrets, and the air was alive with
enchantment. Suddenly, Lily stumbled upon a hidden clearing bathed in golden sunlight. In the center of the
clearing stood an ancient oak tree, its branches reaching towards the sky like outstretched arms.

Approaching the tree, Lily noticed a small, wooden door nestled among its roots. Without hesitation, she pushed
open the door and stepped inside. To her amazement, she found herself in a magical world filled with talking
animals, sparkling streams, and colorful flowers that danced in the breeze.

As she explored this enchanting realm, Lily met a wise old owl who told her of a great treasure hidden deep
within the forest. Determined to find it, Lily embarked on a thrilling quest, braving dark caves, crossing
treacherous bridges, and overcoming cunning traps set by mischievous forest creatures.

Finally, after many trials and tribulations, Lily reached the heart of the forest and discovered the treasure—a
shimmering crystal that glowed with an inner light. Grasping the crystal in her hands, Lily felt a surge of joy
and wonder unlike anything she had ever experienced before.

With the treasure safely in her possession, Lily bid farewell to her newfound friends and returned home, her
heart brimming with stories of her incredible adventure in the enchanted forest. From that day on, she knew
that no matter where life took her, she would always cherish the memories of her magical journey into the
unknown.

Comprehension Questions:
1. Where did Lily live?
2. What fascinated Lily?
3. What did Lily find in the forest?
4. Describe the magical world Lily discovered.
5. Who helped Lily in her quest for the treasure?
6. What challenges did Lily face on her journey?
7. What was the treasure Lily found?
8. How did Lily feel after finding the treasure?
9. What did Lily decide to do with the treasure?
10. What did Lily learn from her adventure?
Passage#2 : The Lost Key

On a sunny Saturday morning, Sarah and her best friend, Tom, decided to explore the old mansion at the end
of their street. The mansion had been abandoned for years, and rumors swirled about hidden treasures and
ghosts haunting its halls.

Excited by the prospect of adventure, Sarah and Tom ventured into the mansion's overgrown garden. Vines
tangled around the rusty gates, and weeds sprouted between the cracks in the path. As they approached the
grand entrance, Sarah noticed something glinting in the sunlight—a small, golden key lying amidst the weeds.

"Look, Tom!" Sarah exclaimed, picking up the key. "Do you think it belongs to the mansion?"

Tom shrugged, his eyes wide with curiosity. "There's only one way to find out," he replied.

With trembling hands, Sarah inserted the key into the mansion's ancient lock. With a creak and a groan, the
heavy door swung open, revealing a dimly lit hallway beyond.

Heart racing, Sarah stepped inside, followed closely by Tom. The air was thick with dust, and cobwebs draped
from the ceiling like ghostly curtains. As they explored the mansion's crumbling rooms, Sarah couldn't shake the
feeling that they were being watched.

Suddenly, they stumbled upon a staircase leading down into darkness. Ignoring the warning signs, Sarah and
Tom descended into the depths of the mansion, their footsteps echoing off the stone walls.

At the bottom of the staircase, they found themselves in a damp, musty chamber. In the center of the room
stood an ornate chest, its lid closed tight. Sarah approached the chest cautiously, her heart pounding with
excitement.

"Maybe the key unlocks this chest," Tom suggested, handing Sarah the golden key.

With trembling hands, Sarah inserted the key into the lock and turned it. With a click, the chest sprang open,
revealing a treasure trove of glittering jewels and ancient artifacts.

"Wow!" Sarah gasped, her eyes wide with wonder. "We really did find a treasure!"
 With their pockets full of treasures and their hearts full of adventure, Sarah and Tom emerged from the old
mansion, their spirits soaring. As they walked home, Sarah couldn't help but feel grateful for the unexpected
adventure that had brought them closer together than ever before.

Comprehension Questions:
1. Where did Sarah and Tom decide to explore?
2. What did Sarah find in the overgrown garden?
3. How did they enter the mansion?
4. Describe the inside of the mansion.
5. What did Sarah and Tom find at the bottom of the staircase?
6. What did they find inside the ornate chest?
7. How did Sarah feel when they discovered the treasure?
8. What did they do with the treasures?
9. How did Sarah and Tom feel at the end of their adventure?
10. What lesson did Sarah learn from their exploration?
Passage#3 : The Magical Lighthouse

In a small coastal town nestled between rugged cliffs and crashing waves, there stood a lighthouse unlike any
other. This lighthouse wasn't just a beacon for sailors lost at sea; it was said to possess magical powers that
could grant wishes to those who dared to climb its spiral staircase to the top.

One stormy evening, as the rain lashed against the windows and the wind howled through the streets, a brave
young girl named Emily stood at the foot of the lighthouse, clutching a crumpled piece of paper in her hand. On
the paper were written her deepest desires—to bring happiness to her family and to find the courage to chase
her dreams.

With a determined expression, Emily began to climb the spiral staircase, each step echoing in the darkness. As
she ascended, the air seemed to shimmer with magic, and the walls of the lighthouse hummed with ancient
power.

Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Emily reached the top of the lighthouse and stood beneath the glowing
lantern. Closing her eyes, she whispered her wishes into the night, her voice carried away by the howling wind.

Suddenly, there was a flash of light, and the air crackled with energy. When Emily opened her eyes, she found
herself standing in her family's cozy living room, surrounded by laughter and warmth.
 Overjoyed, Emily realized that her wish had come true—the lighthouse had granted her deepest desires. From
that day on, she carried the memory of her magical adventure in her heart, a reminder that sometimes, even
the wildest dreams can come true.

Objective Questions:

1. Where did Emily live?

 A) In a forest
 B) In a coastal town
 C) In a mountain village
 D) In a desert

2. What was special about the lighthouse in Emily's town?

 A) It was haunted
 B) It had magical powers
 C) It was the tallest lighthouse in the world
 D) It was built by pirates

3. What did Emily carry in her hand as she stood at the foot of the lighthouse?
 A) A flashlight
 B) A map
 C) A crumpled piece of paper
 D) A seashell

4. What were Emily's wishes written on?

 A) A piece of cloth
 B) A wooden plank
 C) A crumpled piece of paper
 D) A stone tablet

5. What did Emily wish for at the top of the lighthouse?

 A) To become a famous singer
 B) To bring happiness to her family and to find courage to chase her dreams
 C) To find buried treasure
 D) To become the ruler of the town
 6. How did Emily feel when her wish came true?
 A) Sad
 B) Angry
 C) Overjoyed
 D) Disappointed

7. Where did Emily find herself after her wish was granted?
 A) At the top of the lighthouse
 B) In a dark cave
 C) In her family's cozy living room
 D) On a deserted island

8. What did Emily carry with her as a reminder of her adventure?

 A) A seashell
 B) A lantern
 C) A crumpled piece of paper
 D) A treasure map
Passage#4: The Mystery of the Missing Cake

It was Sally's birthday, and everyone in the neighborhood was excited to celebrate. Sally's mom had spent all
morning baking a delicious chocolate cake, complete with creamy frosting and colorful sprinkles. But when it
came time to bring out the cake for the party, it was nowhere to be found!

Sally and her friends searched high and low, but the cake was nowhere to be seen. They checked the kitchen
cupboards, the pantry, and even the refrigerator, but it was as if the cake had vanished into thin air.

Determined to solve the mystery, Sally gathered her friends in the living room and began to question them one
by one. Suspicions ran high as accusations flew, but no one seemed to know what had happened to the missing
cake.

Just as they were about to give up hope, Sally's little brother, Timmy, came running into the room, his face
smeared with chocolate frosting.

"I found the cake!" he exclaimed, holding up a half-eaten slice.

As it turned out, Timmy had snuck into the kitchen earlier that morning and helped himself to a generous
portion of the birthday cake before anyone had noticed.

With the mystery solved and laughter echoing through the house, Sally and her friends gathered around the
table to enjoy the rest of the cake, grateful for the unexpected adventure that had brought them closer together.
 Grammar Exercise:

Identify the correct form of the verb in each sentence:

1. Sally's mom (has / have) spent all morning baking a delicious chocolate cake.
2. Sally and her friends (searched / searches) high and low, but the cake was nowhere to be seen.
3. They (checked / check) the kitchen cupboards, the pantry, and even the refrigerator.
4. Determined to solve the mystery, Sally (gathered / gather) her friends in the living room.
5. Just as they (were / are) about to give up hope, Timmy came running into the room.
6. Timmy (had / has) snuck into the kitchen earlier that morning.
7. With the mystery solved, Sally and her friends (gathered / gather) around the table to enjoy the rest of the
cake.

Sequencing Exercise:

Put the following events from the passage in the correct order:
 Sally's mom bakes a chocolate cake.
 Sally and her friends search for the missing cake.
 Timmy finds a half-eaten slice of cake.
 Sally gathers her friends to question them.
 Sally's birthday party begins.
 Timmy confesses to eating the cake.
 Sally and her friends enjoy the rest of the cake.
Passage#5: The Mysterious Island

On a bright summer day, a group of adventurous children set sail on a small boat to explore a mysterious
island that appeared on the horizon. The island was said to be inhabited by strange creatures and hidden
treasures, and the children couldn't resist the allure of adventure.

As they approached the island, they marveled at its rugged cliffs and dense jungle, wondering what secrets lay
hidden within its depths. With hearts pounding with excitement, they anchored their boat and stepped onto the
sandy shore, eager to begin their exploration.

Their first discovery was a series of ancient ruins hidden amidst the foliage—a testament to the island's
mysterious past. As they ventured further inland, they encountered colorful birds, exotic flowers, and curious
creatures they had never seen before.

Suddenly, they stumbled upon a hidden cave entrance concealed behind a curtain of vines. Ignoring the warning
signs, they entered the dark depths of the cave, their footsteps echoing off the walls.
 Deep inside the cave, they discovered a chamber filled with glittering crystals and shimmering pools of water—a
sight that took their breath away. But their awe turned to fear when they realized they were not alone in the
cave.

A pair of glowing eyes watched them from the shadows, and eerie whispers filled the air. Terrified, the children
turned and fled from the cave, their hearts racing with fear.

As they raced back to their boat, they realized that the island held more mysteries than they had ever
imagined. But despite the dangers they had faced, they knew that they would cherish the memories of their
adventure forever.

Grammar Exercise:

Choose the correct form of the verb in each sentence:

1. The children (sets / set) sail on a small boat to explore the mysterious island.
2. They (was / were) eager to begin their exploration.
3. Their first discovery (was / were) a series of ancient ruins hidden amidst the foliage.
4. As they (ventured / ventures) further inland, they encountered colorful birds.
5. They (stumbled / stumble) upon a hidden cave entrance concealed behind a curtain of vines.
6. Ignoring the warning signs, they (entered / enters) the dark depths of the cave.
7. Deep inside the cave, they (discovered / discover) a chamber filled with glittering crystals.
8. But their awe (turned / turns) to fear when they realized they were not alone in the cave.
9. Terrified, the children (turned / turns) and fled from the cave.
10. Despite the dangers they (had faced / face), they knew they would cherish the memories of their adventure
forever.

Sequencing Exercise:

Put the following events from the passage in the correct order:
 The children anchor their boat and step onto the sandy shore.
 They encounter colorful birds, exotic flowers, and curious creatures.
 The children stumble upon a hidden cave entrance.
 They set sail on a small boat to explore the mysterious island.
 The children discover a chamber filled with glittering crystals.
 A pair of glowing eyes watches them from the shadows.
 The children race back to their boat, realizing the island holds more mysteries than they imagined.
 Creative Writing
Use the given promts to write.
1. Imagine you are standing in your favorite place in the world. It could be a park, a beach, your bedroom,
or anywhere else that makes you happy. Use your imagination to describe this place in detail. What does
it look like? What do you see, hear, smell, and feel? Try to paint a picture with your words so that
someone reading your writing can feel like they are right there with you. Remember to use descriptive
adjectives and sensory details to bring your favorite place to life!
2. Do you think it's better to have a pet or not to have one? Write about your opinion on having a pet.
Think about the reasons why you might like or dislike having a pet. You can talk about the fun things
you can do with a pet, like playing and cuddling, or the responsibilities that come with taking care of a
pet, like feeding and cleaning up after them. Make sure to explain your reasons clearly and give examples
to support your opinion.
3. Imagine you and your best friend are planning a fun day out together. Write a dialogue between you and
your friend as you decide what activities you want to do. Make sure to include:
a) Greetings and introduction.
b) Suggestions for activities (such as going to the park, having a picnic, playing games, etc.).
c) Agreement or disagreement on the suggested activities.
d) Compromise and final decision on what to do.
e) Closing remarks and excitement for the day ahead!

f) Remember to use quotation marks around what each person says and use appropriate punctuation and
dialogue tags (like "said," "asked," etc.) to make it clear who is speaking.
4. Imagine you have a pen pal who lives in a different city or country. Write a letter to your pen pal telling
them about your favorite hobbies and asking about theirs. Include a dialogue in your letter where you ask
your pen pal questions about their hobbies and interests. Be sure to:
a) Start your letter with a friendly greeting.
b) Introduce yourself and mention where you live.
c) Talk about your favorite hobbies and why you enjoy them.
d) Ask your pen pal questions about their hobbies and interests.
e) Use proper punctuation and friendly language throughout your letter.

f) Remember to leave space for your pen pal to respond to your questions in their next letter!
5. Imagine you had the most exciting day ever! Write a diary entry about your amazing day. Think about
all the fun things you did and the adventures you had. Make sure to include:
a) The date of your diary entry.
b) A greeting, like "Dear Diary" or "Today was so exciting!"
c) Details about what you did throughout the day, including any special activities, places you visited, or
people you spent time with.
d) How you felt during different parts of the day. Were you happy, excited, scared, or something else?
e) Your favorite part of the day and why it was so special.
f) A closing remark, like "I can't wait for tomorrow!" or "What an amazing day!"
g) Remember, this is your diary, so feel free to write about anything that made your day memorable!