Forgotten Bananas Quick Check

See how much you remember about Mr Khan's bananas, why customers did not notice them and how a simple change helped them to sell.

Comprehension

1. Why was Mr Khan worried about the bananas?

They were arriving at the shop too late. Lots were left at the end of the day and might have to be thrown away. They were green and not ready to eat.

2. Where were the bananas displayed at first?

On the lowest shelf near the floor at the back of the shop. In a basket beside the entrance. Outside the shop with the other fruit.

3. What did Toby notice while he watched the customers?

Customers thought the bananas cost too much. Customers hurried past and hardly noticed the bananas. Customers only wanted green bananas.

4. What was Aisha's idea?

Put the bananas near the entrance at face height. Stop selling bananas after school. Replace the bananas with sweets.

5. What happened after the bananas were moved?

Customers still walked past without seeing them. The basket was nearly empty by the end of the afternoon. Mr Khan had to throw all the bananas away.

Grammar

The quiz questions below use these short sentences from the story:

“Children rushed into the shop.”

“The bananas looked fresh.”

“They put the bananas into a bright basket.”

“Mr Khan grinned.”

6. “Children rushed into the shop.” Which word is the verb?

Children rushed shop

7. “The bananas looked fresh.” Which word is the adjective?

bananas looked fresh

8. “A bright basket.” Which word is the adjective?

bright basket a

Thinking Together

This question is not scored. Mrs Patel's crusty rolls are not selling well. What would you try first?

Move the rolls somewhere easier for customers to see. Make a clearer sign telling customers about the rolls. Change the time the rolls are baked. Try a different idea and explain why it might work.