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Reading Comprehension

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1GS04LQ-FP2R

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1.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
2.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
3.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
4.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
5.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
6.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
7.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
8.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
9.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
10.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?

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  1. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  2. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  3. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  4. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  5. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  6. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  7. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  8. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  9. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  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.