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Reading Comprehension

Grade 4 · Building confidence · 10 questions · Version PG-1BN05KL-1MGN

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1.The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?
2.Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?
3.Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?
4.Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?
5.The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?
6.The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?
7.The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?
8.A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.
9.Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?
10.Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?

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.

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  1. The class reused jars as planters. What did the jars become?Planters
  2. Leo compared two sources before writing his report. Why compare them?To check information
  3. Maya labeled each box before moving. How would labels help?They identify the contents
  4. Nina whispered because the baby was sleeping. Why did she whisper?The baby was sleeping
  5. The creek rose after two days of rain. What caused the creek to rise?Two days of rain
  6. The library extended its hours for the book fair. Why were hours longer?For the book fair
  7. The bridge was closed, so traffic used another road. What was the effect?Traffic used another road
  8. A seed needs water, air, and warmth to sprout. Name one need.Water, air, or warmth
  9. Owls hunt mostly at night and rest during the day. When do owls hunt?At night
  10. Kai missed the bus, so he rode with his neighbor. Why did he need a ride?He missed the bus

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.