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Reading Comprehension

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1FY1BIT-FP2R

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1.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
2.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
3.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
4.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
5.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
6.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
7.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
8.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
9.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
10.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?

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  1. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  2. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  3. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  4. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  5. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  6. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  7. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  8. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  9. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  10. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus

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.