Grade 2 · Reading · Challenge
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 18
Grade 2 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 2 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-DD5FX7-KZX4
1.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
2.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
3.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
4.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
5.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
6.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
7.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
8.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
9.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
10.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
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 18
- The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
- The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
- The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
- Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
- A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?To keep the fox warm
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
- 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
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.