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Chuck Needs Help
Chuck really wanted to get the new Game Box 9000, but the system cost $400. And he didn’t have any money at all. 1 . He did lots of housework for his mother. And he walked dogs for his neighbours.
After about a month of working hard, Chuck had $200, but the money was not coming quickly enough. Chuck was discussing his problem with his friend on the bus. 2 . The older kid’s name was Jim. He said to Chuck, “Hey, Chucky, my uncle works at the video game store. He can get any video game system for half off. I can help you get your game box.” Chuck was so excited about getting the new game box that he didn’t think twice.
The next day, Chuck gave Jim his money. The following day he hoped to receive the game box. __3_ . “I’m not going to see my uncle until this weekend,” Jim replied. Chuck was so happy to get such a great deal on the game box that he didn’t want to push him. “OK, great. Next week then.”
__4 . But it passed. He was so happy to see Jim the next week. He ran up to Jim with a big smile. __5__ . “Did you get it?” Chuck asked. Jim replied woodenly, “Uh, yeah, I was going to get it, but someone stole the money. So, your money’s gone. I’m sorry.” Chuck couldn’t believe it. A whole month went down the drain. He couldn’t help crying. Chuck really needs help. Can you help him?
A. But Jim didn’t look happy B. But Jim didn’t bring the game box C. An older kid heard their discussion D. So Chuck did lots of work to make money E. The week passed by very slowly for Chuck |
1. D 2. C 3. B 4. E 5. A