You can't win every race or score every goal. But you can always try your best. Even if you don't come out on top, you'll feel good if you do your best. You'll also find that--sooner or later--things will start to go your way. The key is to keep trying.

Reading Comprehension Questions

1) Which of these best describes the lines above?

a. stern warning

b. detailed description

c. funny joke

d. good advice

2) What phrase would the author most agree with?

a. "give a good effort no matter what"

b. "always relax and take it easy"

c. "winning is all that's important"

d. "stay away from anything difficult"

3) The author states that "you'll feel good" if you do what?

a. win the race

b. score the goal

c. do your best

d. come out on top

Answer Key