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Grade 4 · Reading · Building Confidence

Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 4

Grade 4 reading comprehension matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 10 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.

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Reading Comprehension

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

1.

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

2.

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

3.

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

4.

The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?

5.

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

6.

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

7.

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

8.

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

9.

Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?

10.

Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?

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  1. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  2. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  3. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  4. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  5. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  6. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  7. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  8. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  9. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  10. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus

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.