Was Was Long Tait - School Journal Junior 1 2009-V1 .1

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This document contains a short story titled "Was Was Long Tait" from the School Journal Junior, Volume 1, 2009. The story, presented in English, describes a group of nine children – Sawingu, Gumbakua, Yambu, Sagiu, Wapi, Kaigir, Ngali, Mane, and Jam’ba – waking up early in the morning to wash in a river. Despite the cold water, they proceed with their ablutions. Following their bath, they sing a song to invoke the sun, which then rises and provides warmth. The document also includes a "Check Your Understanding" section with comprehension questions related to the story. These questions assess the reader's ability to recall details, infer meaning, and analyze literary elements. The questions cover the number of children, their actions, vocabulary choices by the author, and their motivations for wanting the sun to appear. The journal entry appears to be an educational resource designed for young learners, integrating narrative with reading comprehension exercises. The inclusion of a song in a different language suggests a multicultural or multilingual context for the journal.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryLiterature

FormatPDF

Pages20

Reading Time31 min

Was Was Long Tait

School Journal Junior 1, 2009-V1 .1

English How To

Check Your Understanding

FAQs

How many children are mentioned in the story?

There are nine children mentioned in the story: Sawingu, Gumbakua, Yambu, Sagiu, Wapi, Kaigir, Ngali, Mane, and Jam’ba.

What do the children do early in the morning?

Early in the morning, the children run down to the river to wash themselves.

What song do the children sing, and why?

The children sing a song to make the sun come up, and after they sing, the sun rises and shines strongly.

What is the purpose of the "Check Your Understanding" section?

The "Check Your Understanding" section is designed to test the reader's comprehension of the story, including factual recall, vocabulary, and inferential skills.

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