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Reading Comprehension

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1VMFEW9-FP2R

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1.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
2.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
3.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
4.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
5.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
6.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
7.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
8.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
9.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
10.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?

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. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  2. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  3. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  4. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  5. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  6. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  7. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  8. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  9. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  10. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping

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.