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Reading Comprehension

Grade 4 · Building confidence · 10 questions · Version PG-1NBII0F-1MGN

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1.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
2.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
3.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
4.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
5.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
6.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
7.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
8.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
9.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
10.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?

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. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  2. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  3. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  4. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  5. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  6. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  7. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  8. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  9. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  10. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents

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.