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Reading Comprehension

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1FO1PTU-FP2R

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1.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
2.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
3.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
4.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
5.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
6.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
7.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
8.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
9.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
10.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?

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  1. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  2. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  3. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  4. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  5. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  6. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  7. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  8. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  9. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  10. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night

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.