Once upon a time in a small village, there lived a curious dog named Barney. Barney was not like other dogs; he loved exploring the woods behind his house. One sunny morning, he decided to go on an adventure.

Barney trotted through the tall grass and sniffed the colorful flowers. Suddenly, he heard a strange noise coming from the bushes. With his tail wagging, he approached cautiously. To his surprise, he found a cat stuck in the thorns! 

“Don’t worry, little friend,” said Barney. “I will help you!” With gentle nudges and careful bites, Barney freed the cat. The grateful cat thanked Barney and said, “You are very brave! Let’s be friends!"

From that day on, Barney and the cat, whom he named Benny, went on many adventures together. They explored hidden paths, discovered sparkling streams, and even found a secret meadow filled with butterflies. Every day was a new adventure for Barney, and he was happy to have a friend by his side.

Reading Comprehension Tasks

1. Multiple Choice Questions:

   • What is the name of the dog?

     a) Benny  

     b) Barney  

     c) Max  

   • Who did Barney help in the woods?

     a) A bird  

     b) A rabbit  

     c) A cat  

2. True or False:

   • Barney loved staying at home. (True/False)

   • Benny was stuck in thorns when Barney found him. (True/False)

3. Short Answer Questions:

   • What did Barney find in the bushes?

   • What did Benny say to Barney after being rescued?