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Reading Comprehension

Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-10J6FEG-14QE

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

Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?

2.

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

3.

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

4.

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

5.

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

6.

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

7.

A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.

8.

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

9.

The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?

10.

The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?

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. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  2. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  3. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  4. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  5. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  6. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  7. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  8. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  9. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  10. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather

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.