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Reading Comprehension

Grade 4 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-18D1W22-K864

Children investigate a leaf and a frog with a caregiver beside a pond.
1.

A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?

2.

The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?

3.

Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?

4.

The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?

5.

Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?

6.

The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?

7.

The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?

8.

Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?

9.

The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?

10.

The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?

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. A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?It gives a firsthand perspective
  2. The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?Emphasis or rhythm
  3. Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings
  4. The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?To reinforce the main argument
  5. Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?Compare evidence and sources
  6. The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?Honesty
  7. The town added bike lanes; afterward, more students cycled to school. What is the likely relationship?Bike lanes encouraged cycling
  8. Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?They can reach water
  9. The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?Third-person omniscient
  10. The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?Failure can guide improvement

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.