
Grade 2 · Reading · Challenge
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 20
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-1EJCIRS-KZX4
1.Eli checked the map before choosing the trail. What helped him choose?
2.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
3.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?
4.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
5.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
6.A thick coat of fur keeps the fox warm. What is the fur's purpose?
7.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
8.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
9.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
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 20
- 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
- Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
- 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 bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
- The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
- 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.