The Big Dog and the Small Cat: Reading Comprehension for Kindergarten  

This Kindergarten worksheet introduces children to the passage "The Big Dog and the Small Cat." The story tells of a big dog who meets a small cat at the playground. The dog wags its tail, and the cat meows softly. They begin to play together in the garden. The dog shares a biscuit with the cat, who licks it happily. Both become good friends and rest under a tree, watching other children play around them. This short, joyful story teaches friendship, sharing, and kindness in simple language.  

Why Reading Comprehension Matters in Grammar?  

Reading comprehension is essential for early learners because it:  
1. Builds vocabulary with words like dog, cat, tail, biscuit, and garden.  
2. Encourages social values such as sharing and friendship.  
3. Strengthens sequencing and recall skills through easy questions.  
4. Connects grammar and comprehension with real-life experiences.  

What’s Inside This Worksheet?  

🧠 Exercise 1 – Read the Passage: A short and fun story about a dog and a cat becoming friends.  
✏️ Exercise 2 – Answer the Questions: Ten multiple-choice questions to check recall and understanding.  

Answer Key (For Parents & Educators)  

Exercise 2 – Multiple Choice Questions  
1. Who met first? → Dog and Cat  
2. What did the dog wag? → Tail  
3. What sound did the cat make? → Meow  
4. Where did they play? → Garden  
5. What did the dog share? → Biscuit  
6. What did the cat do with the biscuit? → Licked  
7. What did they become? → Friends  
8. How did they feel? → Happy  
9. Where did they rest? → Under a tree  
10. What size was the dog? → Big  

This worksheet makes comprehension friendly and interactive, helping Kindergarten learners build vocabulary and social-emotional understanding.  
Support your child’s reading confidence with this fun Dog and Cat worksheet.  

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