KILMARNY ISLAND chapters 1&2 | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

English 9 Public

Reading Comprehension

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Where did Brian and his family live?

In a busy suburb of London

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Why did Mary decide to go to Ireland?

There was an accident at Aunt Sarah’s house

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What is Aunt Sarah like?

She’s a bit eccentric and behaves in an unusual way.

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Why is Aunt Sarah frightened of everything ?

When she was little, there was a storm and the sea destroyed part of her house.

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According to aunt Sarah, who saved her from the fire when she was little?

A leprechaun

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What means of transport did Mary and her family take to get to Aunt Sarah’s house?

A car, a plane, a taxi, a horse and cart and a ferry

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What happened when the taxi broke down on their way to Blimey Harbour?

They had to ride in a horse and cart.

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Why was a goat travelling with them?

Jimmy was taking the goat to Puck Fair.

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Why are goats important animals in Killorglin?

Because many years ago a goat saved the people in Killorglin

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