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Reading Comprehension

Grade 2 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-1X0DFD4-FP2R

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1.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
2.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
3.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
4.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
5.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
6.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
7.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
8.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
9.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
10.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?

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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. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  2. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  3. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  4. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  5. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  6. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  7. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  8. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  9. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  10. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began

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.