Grade 1 · Reading · Challenge
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 9
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-ZF80MK-14QE
1.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
2.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
3.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
4.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
5.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
6.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
7.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
8.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
9.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
10.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
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 9
- Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
- Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map
- The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
- The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
- A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
- The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
- 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
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.