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Reading Comprehension

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

1.

Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?

2.

The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?

3.

Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?

4.

The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?

5.

Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?

6.

A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?

7.

A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.

8.

Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?

9.

Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?

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. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  2. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  3. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  4. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  5. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  6. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  7. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  8. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  9. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  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.