Grade 1 · Reading · Challenge
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 20
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-162DPH3-14QE
1.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
2.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
3.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
4.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
5.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
6.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
7.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
8.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
9.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
10.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
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 20
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
- Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
- Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
- The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
- The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
- Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
- Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
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.