Visual Worksheet: Reading Comprehension: A day at Circus | English Grammar Advanced - Class 10 PDF Download

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Hank, the horse with a heart full of curiosity, had always wondered what it would
be like to live a life of grandeur and awe. He would often gaze at the horizon,
dreaming of a world beyond the humble farm where he lived.
One day, as the circus came to town. He watched in awe as the majestic horses
paraded past him. They seemed to shimmer with magic. Hank let his curiosity
get the best of him. He leaped over the fence and joined the circus, where he met
horses who pranced with grace and style. The circus horses looked so grand, and
Hank thought he had found his paradise.
But soon, Hank realized that the circus was not what he had imagined. He felt
like he was nothing more than a cog in a machine. The glittering tents and the
applause of the crowd were just a facade. The horses were confined to small
stalls, and their freedom was lost. Hank missed his home, the fields, and the
freedom he once had.
As Hank looked at the other horses, he realized that they were no different from
him. They were all magnificent creatures that deserved respect, care, and
freedom. Hank felt a sense of sadness and longing for his home, where he
belonged and was loved.
Read the story below and then answer the questions.
Hank joins the Circus!
READING COMPREHENSION
Finally, the day came when the circus left town,
and Hank was able to return to his beloved farm.
As he galloped through the fields, he felt the
wind on his mane, and he knew that he was
finally home. From that day on, Hank
appreciated the simple pleasures of life and was
grateful for the blessings that he had.
THE DAY OF THE DAY OF
THE CIRCUS
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Hank, the horse with a heart full of curiosity, had always wondered what it would
be like to live a life of grandeur and awe. He would often gaze at the horizon,
dreaming of a world beyond the humble farm where he lived.
One day, as the circus came to town. He watched in awe as the majestic horses
paraded past him. They seemed to shimmer with magic. Hank let his curiosity
get the best of him. He leaped over the fence and joined the circus, where he met
horses who pranced with grace and style. The circus horses looked so grand, and
Hank thought he had found his paradise.
But soon, Hank realized that the circus was not what he had imagined. He felt
like he was nothing more than a cog in a machine. The glittering tents and the
applause of the crowd were just a facade. The horses were confined to small
stalls, and their freedom was lost. Hank missed his home, the fields, and the
freedom he once had.
As Hank looked at the other horses, he realized that they were no different from
him. They were all magnificent creatures that deserved respect, care, and
freedom. Hank felt a sense of sadness and longing for his home, where he
belonged and was loved.
Read the story below and then answer the questions.
Hank joins the Circus!
READING COMPREHENSION
Finally, the day came when the circus left town,
and Hank was able to return to his beloved farm.
As he galloped through the fields, he felt the
wind on his mane, and he knew that he was
finally home. From that day on, Hank
appreciated the simple pleasures of life and was
grateful for the blessings that he had.
THE DAY OF THE DAY OF
THE CIRCUS
Explain the meaning of the following phrase: "He felt like he was nothing
more than a cog in a machine."
What does the phrase "shimmer with magic" mean in the context of the
story? 
Tick the true statements and cross out the false ones.
True or False Questions
Figurative Language Used
Hank always dreamed of living a life of grandeur and awe.
Hank joined the circus because he was curious.
The circus horses were treated with respect, care, and
freedom.
Hank missed his home and the freedom he once had while
he was at the circus
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Hank, the horse with a heart full of curiosity, had always wondered what it would
be like to live a life of grandeur and awe. He would often gaze at the horizon,
dreaming of a world beyond the humble farm where he lived.
One day, as the circus came to town. He watched in awe as the majestic horses
paraded past him. They seemed to shimmer with magic. Hank let his curiosity
get the best of him. He leaped over the fence and joined the circus, where he met
horses who pranced with grace and style. The circus horses looked so grand, and
Hank thought he had found his paradise.
But soon, Hank realized that the circus was not what he had imagined. He felt
like he was nothing more than a cog in a machine. The glittering tents and the
applause of the crowd were just a facade. The horses were confined to small
stalls, and their freedom was lost. Hank missed his home, the fields, and the
freedom he once had.
As Hank looked at the other horses, he realized that they were no different from
him. They were all magnificent creatures that deserved respect, care, and
freedom. Hank felt a sense of sadness and longing for his home, where he
belonged and was loved.
Read the story below and then answer the questions.
Hank joins the Circus!
READING COMPREHENSION
Finally, the day came when the circus left town,
and Hank was able to return to his beloved farm.
As he galloped through the fields, he felt the
wind on his mane, and he knew that he was
finally home. From that day on, Hank
appreciated the simple pleasures of life and was
grateful for the blessings that he had.
THE DAY OF THE DAY OF
THE CIRCUS
Explain the meaning of the following phrase: "He felt like he was nothing
more than a cog in a machine."
What does the phrase "shimmer with magic" mean in the context of the
story? 
Tick the true statements and cross out the false ones.
True or False Questions
Figurative Language Used
Hank always dreamed of living a life of grandeur and awe.
Hank joined the circus because he was curious.
The circus horses were treated with respect, care, and
freedom.
Hank missed his home and the freedom he once had while
he was at the circus
In what ways can we ensure that animals and other creatures are treated
with respect, care, and freedom?
How do you think Hank's experience at the circus changed his perspective
on life?
Do you think Hank's decision to join the circus was a good one? Why or
why not?
The story highlights the importance of freedom and belonging. How do
these themes relate to our own lives?
Critical Thinking Questions
Deeper Discussion Questions
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Hank, the horse with a heart full of curiosity, had always wondered what it would
be like to live a life of grandeur and awe. He would often gaze at the horizon,
dreaming of a world beyond the humble farm where he lived.
One day, as the circus came to town. He watched in awe as the majestic horses
paraded past him. They seemed to shimmer with magic. Hank let his curiosity
get the best of him. He leaped over the fence and joined the circus, where he met
horses who pranced with grace and style. The circus horses looked so grand, and
Hank thought he had found his paradise.
But soon, Hank realized that the circus was not what he had imagined. He felt
like he was nothing more than a cog in a machine. The glittering tents and the
applause of the crowd were just a facade. The horses were confined to small
stalls, and their freedom was lost. Hank missed his home, the fields, and the
freedom he once had.
As Hank looked at the other horses, he realized that they were no different from
him. They were all magnificent creatures that deserved respect, care, and
freedom. Hank felt a sense of sadness and longing for his home, where he
belonged and was loved.
Read the story below and then answer the questions.
Hank joins the Circus!
READING COMPREHENSION
Finally, the day came when the circus left town,
and Hank was able to return to his beloved farm.
As he galloped through the fields, he felt the
wind on his mane, and he knew that he was
finally home. From that day on, Hank
appreciated the simple pleasures of life and was
grateful for the blessings that he had.
THE DAY OF THE DAY OF
THE CIRCUS
Explain the meaning of the following phrase: "He felt like he was nothing
more than a cog in a machine."
What does the phrase "shimmer with magic" mean in the context of the
story? 
Tick the true statements and cross out the false ones.
True or False Questions
Figurative Language Used
Hank always dreamed of living a life of grandeur and awe.
Hank joined the circus because he was curious.
The circus horses were treated with respect, care, and
freedom.
Hank missed his home and the freedom he once had while
he was at the circus
In what ways can we ensure that animals and other creatures are treated
with respect, care, and freedom?
How do you think Hank's experience at the circus changed his perspective
on life?
Do you think Hank's decision to join the circus was a good one? Why or
why not?
The story highlights the importance of freedom and belonging. How do
these themes relate to our own lives?
Critical Thinking Questions
Deeper Discussion Questions
Explain the meaning of the following phrase: "He felt like he was nothing
more than a cog in a machine."
What does the phrase "shimmer with magic" mean in the context of the
story? 
Tick the true statements and cross out the false ones.
True or False Questions
Figurative Language Used
Hank always dreamed of living a life of grandeur and awe.
Hank joined the circus because he was curious.
The circus horses were treated with respect, care, and
freedom.
Hank missed his home and the freedom he once had while
he was at the circus
The phrase "shimmer with magic" means that the circus horses appeared to
be glowing with beauty and grace, creating an enchanting and awe-
inspiring image in Hank’s eyes.
This phrase means that Hank felt like he was just a small, insignificant part
of something much bigger and impersonal, like the other horses in the
circus who had no freedom.
RC- SOLUTIONS
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Hank, the horse with a heart full of curiosity, had always wondered what it would
be like to live a life of grandeur and awe. He would often gaze at the horizon,
dreaming of a world beyond the humble farm where he lived.
One day, as the circus came to town. He watched in awe as the majestic horses
paraded past him. They seemed to shimmer with magic. Hank let his curiosity
get the best of him. He leaped over the fence and joined the circus, where he met
horses who pranced with grace and style. The circus horses looked so grand, and
Hank thought he had found his paradise.
But soon, Hank realized that the circus was not what he had imagined. He felt
like he was nothing more than a cog in a machine. The glittering tents and the
applause of the crowd were just a facade. The horses were confined to small
stalls, and their freedom was lost. Hank missed his home, the fields, and the
freedom he once had.
As Hank looked at the other horses, he realized that they were no different from
him. They were all magnificent creatures that deserved respect, care, and
freedom. Hank felt a sense of sadness and longing for his home, where he
belonged and was loved.
Read the story below and then answer the questions.
Hank joins the Circus!
READING COMPREHENSION
Finally, the day came when the circus left town,
and Hank was able to return to his beloved farm.
As he galloped through the fields, he felt the
wind on his mane, and he knew that he was
finally home. From that day on, Hank
appreciated the simple pleasures of life and was
grateful for the blessings that he had.
THE DAY OF THE DAY OF
THE CIRCUS
Explain the meaning of the following phrase: "He felt like he was nothing
more than a cog in a machine."
What does the phrase "shimmer with magic" mean in the context of the
story? 
Tick the true statements and cross out the false ones.
True or False Questions
Figurative Language Used
Hank always dreamed of living a life of grandeur and awe.
Hank joined the circus because he was curious.
The circus horses were treated with respect, care, and
freedom.
Hank missed his home and the freedom he once had while
he was at the circus
In what ways can we ensure that animals and other creatures are treated
with respect, care, and freedom?
How do you think Hank's experience at the circus changed his perspective
on life?
Do you think Hank's decision to join the circus was a good one? Why or
why not?
The story highlights the importance of freedom and belonging. How do
these themes relate to our own lives?
Critical Thinking Questions
Deeper Discussion Questions
Explain the meaning of the following phrase: "He felt like he was nothing
more than a cog in a machine."
What does the phrase "shimmer with magic" mean in the context of the
story? 
Tick the true statements and cross out the false ones.
True or False Questions
Figurative Language Used
Hank always dreamed of living a life of grandeur and awe.
Hank joined the circus because he was curious.
The circus horses were treated with respect, care, and
freedom.
Hank missed his home and the freedom he once had while
he was at the circus
The phrase "shimmer with magic" means that the circus horses appeared to
be glowing with beauty and grace, creating an enchanting and awe-
inspiring image in Hank’s eyes.
This phrase means that Hank felt like he was just a small, insignificant part
of something much bigger and impersonal, like the other horses in the
circus who had no freedom.
RC- SOLUTIONS
In what ways can we ensure that animals and other creatures are treated
with respect, care, and freedom?
How do you think Hank's experience at the circus changed his
perspective on life?
Do you think Hank's decision to join the circus was a good one? Why or
why not?
The story highlights the importance of freedom and belonging. How do
these themes relate to our own lives?
Critical Thinking Questions
Deeper Discussion Questions
Hank’s decision to join the circus was not a good one because although it
seemed exciting at first, he soon realized that the circus horses were not
treated with the respect, care, and freedom they deserved. Hank missed his
home and the simple pleasures of life there.
Hank’s experience at the circus made him appreciate his home and the
freedom he had. He realized that the grandeur he initially admired in the
circus was superficial, and true happiness came from being free and loved
at the farm.
The themes of freedom and belonging are important in our own lives
because everyone needs a sense of belonging and the freedom to be
themselves. Without these, we may feel trapped or unfulfilled, much like
Hank felt in the circus. These themes remind us to value the simple joys of
life and appreciate the places or people where we feel truly at home.
We can ensure that animals are treated with respect, care, and freedom by
providing them with appropriate habitats, not exploiting them for
entertainment, ensuring they have enough space to move freely, and
protecting them from harm or captivity that limits their natural behaviors.