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Reading Comprehension

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1VCFT7A-FP2R

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1.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
2.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
3.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
4.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
5.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
6.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
7.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
8.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
9.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
10.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?

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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. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  2. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  3. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  4. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  5. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  6. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  7. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  8. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  9. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  10. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain

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.