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Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 13

Grade 2 reading comprehension matched to the learner's current level. This printable version includes 10 grade-appropriate questions and a separate answer sheet.

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Reading Comprehension

Grade 2 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-BF882E-KZX4

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1.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
2.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
3.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
4.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
5.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
6.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
7.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
8.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
9.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
10.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
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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. Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
  2. The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
  3. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  4. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  5. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  6. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
  7. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  8. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  9. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  10. Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?The map

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.