Grade 4 · Reading · Building Confidence
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 8
Grade 4 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 4 · Building confidence · 10 questions · Version PG-1BD0JVM-1MGN
1.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
2.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
3.Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?
4.Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?
5.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
6.The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?
7.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
8.Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?
9.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
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 8
- Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
- The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
- Rosa practiced daily and finally played the song smoothly. What helped Rosa improve?Daily practice
- Clouds darkened, wind rose, and soon rain began. What happened last?Rain began
- Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
- The hikers packed extra water for the hot day. What did they prepare for?Hot weather
- Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
- Bees visit flowers and carry pollen. Why are bees helpful to plants?They carry pollen
- The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
- 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.