Ages 4–11📖 English35 verified questions on this shelf

Asking Questions

Ask relevant questions to extend understanding; ask and answer questions to seek help, get information, or clarify something not understood

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Question 1 of 3

Read the short passage below: Sam was walking home from school when he heard a soft whine coming from behind a bush. He looked and saw a small brown dog with a thin coat. The dog looked hungry and thirsty. Sam gave the dog some water from his bottle and a piece of his sandwich. Then he asked his neighbor, Mrs. Lee, if anyone had lost a dog. Mrs. Lee said she hadn’t, but she suggested Sam check the flyer board at the park. Sam went to the park, put up a note about the lost dog, and waited. Which question would best help a reader improve their understanding of the story?

Question 2 of 3

Lila found a strange object called a "gadget" in the attic. Which question should Lila ask to help her understand the meaning of the word "gadget"?

Question 3 of 3

Lily is listening to her teacher read a story about a garden. She does not understand why the garden was empty at the end of the story. Which question should Lily ask to get more information?

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