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Reading Comprehension

Grade 4 · On-level practice · 10 questions · Version PG-135UEDZ-M7HV

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

The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?

2.

The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?

3.

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

4.

Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.

5.

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

6.

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

7.

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

8.

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

9.

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

10.

Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?

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. The heading asks a question answered by the paragraph. How does it help the reader?It previews the main idea
  2. The committee revised its plan after residents raised concerns. Why was it revised?Residents raised concerns
  3. Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?Compare evidence and sources
  4. Mangroves reduce coastal erosion while sheltering young fish. State one benefit.They reduce erosion or shelter fish
  5. Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?They can reach water
  6. The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?Emphasis or rhythm
  7. The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?Honesty
  8. Solar panels cost money initially but reduce later energy bills. What tradeoff is described?Upfront cost for later savings
  9. The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?Failure can guide improvement
  10. Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?How wetlands hold water

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.