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Reading Comprehension

Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-ZYCZPS-14QE

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1.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
2.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
3.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
4.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
5.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
6.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
7.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
8.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
9.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
10.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?

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  1. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
  2. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  3. Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
  4. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  5. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  6. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  7. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  8. Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
  9. A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
  10. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice

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.