Grade 1 · Reading · Challenge
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 17
Grade 1 reading comprehension matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 10 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.
Reading Comprehension
Grade 1 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-10SBSSP-14QE
1.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
2.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
3.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
4.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
5.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
6.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
7.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
8.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
9.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
10.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
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.
Show answers for version 17
- The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
- Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
- Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
- The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
- Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
- A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
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.