Grade 4 · Reading · Challenge
Free Reading Comprehension worksheet - version 17
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 · Stretch challenge · 10 questions · Version PG-16P49W8-K864
1.Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?
2.Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?
3.The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?
4.Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?
5.A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?
6.The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?
7.The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?
8.The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?
9.The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?
10.The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?
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 17
- Two accounts disagree about the same event. What should a reader do next?Compare evidence and sources
- Wetlands absorb floodwater like a sponge. What does the simile explain?How wetlands hold water
- The character returns a lost wallet despite needing money. What trait is shown?Honesty
- Unlike shallow roots, deep roots can reach water during drought. What advantage do deep roots have?They can reach water
- A primary source was written during the event it describes. Why can it be valuable?It gives a firsthand perspective
- The inventor's first model failed, but the results revealed what to improve. What theme is shown?Failure can guide improvement
- The conclusion restates the claim after reviewing evidence. What is its purpose?To reinforce the main argument
- The article gives statistics and quotes from scientists. How does this support its claim?It provides evidence
- The author repeats the phrase at each section's end. What effect can repetition create?Emphasis or rhythm
- The narrator knows every character's thoughts. What point of view is used?Third-person omniscient
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.