At Play: Long Ago and Today | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

English 14 Public

Reading comprehension questions

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What was the scooter made from?

It was made from wheels from old roller skates and a piece of wood.

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How did children get scooters long ago?

They made a scooter, or rented one with their friends.

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Did boys or girls play tennis, golf, and croquet?

Girls

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Where did children play?

They played in their neighborhoods.

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How do children play sports today?

They play in community programs or for school teams.

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What do parks have now?

They have slides, swings, jungle gyms, softball diamonds, and basketball courts.

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What kinds of games did children play long ago?

They played board games and marbles.

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Why did most families only own a few books?

Books were every expensive.

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Why do families own more books today?

Books cost less today than they did before.

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Where do people get books?

At bookstores or libraries.

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Where did people go on vacation long ago?

They would go camping or visited beaches close to home.

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Why did people people vacation close to home?

They could not travel easily.

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Is travelling today easier or harder than long ago?

It is easier.

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What special events did children long ago?

They could go to circuses and carnivals.

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