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Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 1

Grade 1 reading comprehension matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 10 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.

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Reading Comprehension

Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-11N4U6C-14QE

Children investigate a leaf and a frog with a caregiver beside a pond.
1.

Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?

2.

Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?

3.

Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?

4.

Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?

5.

Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?

6.

A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?

7.

Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?

8.

The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?

9.

Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?

10.

The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?

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Answers and teaching notes

Use the answers to check the work after the learner finishes. For writing prompts, the guide describes what a strong response should include.

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  1. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  2. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  3. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  4. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  5. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  6. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  7. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  8. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  9. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  10. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters

Worked example

Read once for meaning, then reread to locate evidence.

Common mistake

Answering from memory instead of using the text.

Helpful hint

Underline the words that support your answer.