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Reading Comprehension

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1GI3OEQ-FP2R

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1.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
2.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
3.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
4.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
5.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
6.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
7.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
8.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
9.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
10.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?

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.

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  1. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  2. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  3. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  4. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  5. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  6. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  7. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  8. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  9. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  10. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information

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.