What Happened?
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100

Carmen was so excited. It wasn't the car of her dreams, but at least she wouldn't have to ride the bus anymore. She was very happy.

What happened?

Carmen got a new car!

100

Denise stirred the sauce while she waited for the water to boil. She couldn't wait to taste the meatballs. She made them with her grandmother's secret recipe!

What is it?

Spaghetti

100

Sarah wanted this to be the best Mother's Day ever! She knew her mom loved pink daisies, and she spent hours making a special card.

What happens next?

Her mother was happy and loved the card.

100

Juliet fastened the ribbons securely around her ankes. She stood up on her toes and tried balancing first on her right foot, then on her left foot.

These items belong to _____.

Juliet

100

Mitchell hammered one more nail into the last piece of wood. Now Duke would have a dry place to go when it rained.

Where is this?

Dog house

200

Gwen was already thinking about what she would do next. First, she would go to college, then to medical school. 

What happened?

She graduated high school!

200

Tammy tugged at the zipper, but it wouldn't budge. They were too tight. "They must've shrunk in the wash," Tammy thought.

What is it?

Where will Tammy find something else to wear?

Jeans.

Her closet.

200

Nicki sat down at the table with her cup of coffee and breakfast. She picked up the paper and started to read. She didn't know scruffy was nearby.

What happens next?

Why didn't Nicki see Scruffy?

Scruffy got her breakfast.

She was busy reading.

200

Johnny was a little nervous. He knew his teammates were counting on him. He picked up his bat and stepped up to the plate.

These items belong to ____.

Johnny

200

Owen was worried that Gilly might be lonely, so he went to the store to find her a friend. He also bought some new blue gravel to put in her tank.

Where is this?

fish tank

300

The fans cheered wildly. They were proud of their team. The girls had worked really hard and deserved to be in the playoffs.

What happened?

How did the team make it to the playoffs?

The girls made it to playoffs. The girls worked really hard.

300

Victor set the peanut butter on the counter. Then he took the grape jelly out of the fridge. He took the lid off peanut butter and stuck the knife in.

What is it?

Where did victor find the grape jelly?

Peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

in the fridge.

300

Shannon's family had just moved to Springfield. She hoped the other kids would like her. Soon her bus arrived, and the driver opened the doors.

What happens next?

Where is Shannon going?

Shannon gets on the bus to go to school.

300

The lawyers took their places. The trial was about to start. The bailiff called the court to order, and everyone stopped talking.

What does a judge do?

Where does a judge work?

he helps decide what happens during a trial.

in a courthouse.

300

Garrett paused at the entrance to make sure he had everything. It was going to be dark inside, so he took his flashlight out of his bag.

Where is this?

cave

400

Nothing was going to keep Phillip from entering the competition. He could still practice - he just needed to be a little more careful.

What happened? Why did Phillip need to be more careful?

Phillip was hurt. He was hurt and wouldn't want to get more hurt.

400
Isabel fastened her seat belt and adjusted her mirror. She was nervous. She knew she'd have to pass this driving test to get her license.

What is it?

Where will Isabel keep her license?

How did Isabel learn to drive?

A driver's test.

in her wallet.

With her parents and at the driver's school.

400

Jack stepped up to the starting line. He had been training for this for months. He got into position and waited for the signal.

What happens next?

Where is Jack?

How did Jack train for the race?

He sets off for the race.

On the track field.

He would practice and go for runs.

400

Victoria kept a close watch on the passing cars. The traffic was heavy tonight, and she had to make sure everyone stayed safe.

These items belong to ____.

What does a police officer do?

Police officer

keep everyone safe.

400

He knew it was going to be a busy day. He had bills to sign into laws, a meeting with Congress, and a trip across the country on Air Force One.

Where is this?

White House

500

Darcie dug to the bottom of her bag. She had lollipops, chocolate bars, an apple, peppermints, and her favorite red licorice! She loved fall.

What happened?

Where did Darcie get the candy?

How does Darcie feel?

Halloween.

From her neighbors and friends.

Happy.

500

Cara's team only needed two more points to tie the game. With seconds to go, Cara stopped at the three-point line and aimed for the hoop.

What is it?

Where does a basketball player play?

How does a basketball player score points?

Basketball

in the gym

by shooting a hoop.

500

Whiskers looked at the tower of blocks. She like the yellow one on top the best. If she stretched, she could almost reach it!

What happens next?

Where is the yellow block?

Why does Whiskers reach for the yellow block?

the blocks fall down

on top

Because he likes it

500

It was finally nap time! Mom laid the teddy bear in the crib and gave Audrey her pacifier. She hoped Audrey would sleep for at least an hour.

These items belong to _____.

What else does a baby use?

Where does a baby sleep?

Audrey the baby

diaper

in a crib

500

Peter watched the dragonflies dart about as he listened to the grasshopper's chirp. All of sudden he heard a loud CROAK followed by a big SPLASH!

Where is this?

pond

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