Stronger Every Day Reading Worksheet
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Short Story • Reading Practice
Stronger Every Day
Fitness & Health
Marcus wanted to get stronger for the middle school track team. On his first day, he tried ten push-ups. His arms felt weak, and his legs were tired after only one lap around the track. Marcus wanted to sit down and quit because working out felt so hard.
His big brother told him to take small steps. Marcus did not give up. He walked, ran, and did his push-ups every afternoon after school. After two weeks, the exercises felt easier, and he could run two fast laps without stopping. Marcus smiled because his hard work made his body stronger.
Question 1
Central Idea
What is the central idea of the story?
A Marcus wants to quit track because running is boring.
B Running laps was easy for Marcus on his very first afternoon.
C Practicing and working out over time helps you build strength.
D Track teams only let people join if they have an older brother.
Bonus: Write one sentence from the story that proves your answer:
