His granddad __________________ (PLANT) something in the small garden in front of the house.
was planting
The next morning, at dawn, the grandfather shook Kevin’s shoulder. When the boy opened his eyes, the old man gave ________________ (HE) two fishing rods.
him
A couple of large white ________________ (BUTTERFLY) were flying beside him. Kevin put on his shorts and a T-shirt and went off to his granddad.
butterflies
“They are both yours,” said the grandfather, “They _________________ (MAKE) of bamboo.
are made
“Right,” agreed the grandfather, “And tomorrow we are going fishing. It means you need to get up at five in the morning.” Kevin made a face but __________________ (NOT / PROTEST).
did not protest
It was holiday time and Kevin could allow himself to sleep till late. When he _______________ (WAKE) up, it was late morning. Kevin looked through the window.
woke
An old friend of mine made them himself and they are much ________________ (GOOD) than anything you can find in the shops.” Kevin took the rods – they were light and very smooth.
better
Kevin laughed and hugged him: “Don’t worry. It’s only the _________________ (FOUR) day of my holidays. I still have two weeks ahead.”
fourth
“If you go on sleeping till midday, you __________________ (MISS) the whole summer,” said the old man.
will miss
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