Pop's Bridge test: Comprehension

They both watch the bridge go up.

They both hide a piece of a puzzle.

They both call the bridge "Pop's bridge".

They both think painting is not an important job.

when his father calls the bridge a giant harp

when his father holds onto the bridge for safety

when everyone is excited about the bridge opening day

when his father gives him the red kerchief to wear around his neck

He forgets that bridge building can be dangerous.

He gets nervous because he cannot see his father easily.

He grows sad because the sun does not sparkle on the water.

He becomes bored because he cannot see the bridge going up.

Robert's father almost falls in the bay.

Robert's father works high above the water.

Robert's father says the bridge looks like a harp.

Robert's father celebrates after the bridge is built.

the binoculars

a puzzle piece

the red kerchief

a picture of the bride

angry

curious

playful

serious

at the end of the story during the party

while watching the men fall into the water

while in bed thinking about the accident

at the beginning of the story while looking at the bridge

Cars drive on the bridge.

Robert's family has a party.

People swim under the bridge.

Charlie's father gives him a gift.

to let his mom put in the last piece

to keep a hole in the picture of the bridge

to show both fathers that they are important

to share completing the puzzle with his friend

He understands that his father's job is not difficult.

He understands that his friendship with Charlie is over.

He understands that building the bridge is a team effort.

He understands that Charlie's father wants to finish the puzzle.