Grade 2 · Reading · Challenge
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 5
Grade 2 reading comprehension matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 10 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Reading Comprehension
Grade 2 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-4K9ER1-KZX4
1.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
2.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
3.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
4.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
5.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
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.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
9.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
10.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
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.
Show answers for version 5
- Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
- The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
- A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
- Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
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.