GRAMMAR A

1 | A. Look at the news headlines and photos. Discuss the question with a partner. What do you think each news story is about? B. Now read the news stories quickly and check your answers.

2 | Read the news stories again and answer the questions. Choose a, b or c.
A The painting 'Grandma's House1 was being admired by visitors when an elderly man started crying loudly. The people in the gallery turned to the man and tried to calm him down. Suddenly, the man stood up and ran out of the building. The painting wasn't on the wall anymore. The local police are searching for the criminals, but they haven't been found yet. This is the first time a painting has been stolen from the gallery, leaving the town in shock. B A centuries-old painting was found in the dusty attic while it was being cleaned by the new owners. The painting has been carefully examined by experts. Mrs Johnson, the old owner, said, "We had no idea there was such a special painting in our attic. A piece of history has been found in our own home." |  | Why did the elderly man start crying? A. He was probably in pain. B. He probably wanted to turn the visitors' attention away from the painting. C. He probably wanted to get help. Who was the painting found by? A. People who have bought the house recently B. Experts who study paintings C. People who owned the house for many years