Advanced English Primary 3 Comprehension

Read the passage and answer the question.\n\nThe kingfisher is a small, colourful bird often seen near rivers and ponds in Singapore. Its bright blue and orange feathers make it easy to spot. The kingfisher is an expert fisher — it perches on a branch above the water, spots a fish, then dives in at great speed to catch it with its long, sharp beak. It can catch a fish in less than one second. Despite its small size, the kingfisher is a remarkably skilled hunter.\n\nWhat does the word "remarkably" in the last sentence suggest about the kingfisher?

A It is an ordinary bird with average hunting skills.
B Its hunting ability is surprisingly impressive for its size.
C It is the largest bird in Singapore.
D It catches fish only in very deep water.
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Step 1: Identify the word in context: "the kingfisher is a remarkably skilled hunter." Step 2: The passage notes the bird is "small" but hunts with great speed and precision. Step 3: "Remarkably" means "in a way that is surprising or worth attention". Combined with "despite its small size", it means the hunting skill is impressive given how small the bird is. Answer: Its hunting ability is surprisingly impressive for its size.

Correct answer: Its hunting ability is surprisingly impressive for its size.

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