WH- Questions
Inferencing
100

The fluffy white cat napped on the sunny windowsill. She purred loudly whenever the sun hit her fur.

Who napped on the sunny windowsill?

The fluffy white cat.

100

Leo saw the large, brightly wrapped box sitting on the kitchen table with his name on it. He let out a gasp and started jumping up and down with a huge smile on his face.

How is Leo feeling when he sees the box?

Excited (or happy).

200

Before leaving for the water park, Marcus packed his favorite blue swimsuit. He made sure to grab his sunscreen right after.

What did Marcus pack before leaving for the water park?

His favorite blue swimsuit.

200

Sarah kept looking up at the clock on the wall while shoving her books into her backpack as fast as she could. She heard a loud squeak of brakes outside and ran toward the front door. 

Why is Sarah rushing to pack her backpack?

She is trying to catch the school bus before it leaves.

300

A giant oak tree stands in the center of the quiet park. Bright red birds built a tiny nest high up in its thick branches.

Where did the bright red birds build their tiny nest?

High up in the thick branches of the giant oak tree.

300

Ben stared down at his dropped ice cream scoop melting on the hot sidewalk. He walked away slowly with his head hanging down, dragging his feet.

How is Ben feeling after dropping his ice cream?

Sad (or disappointed).

400

The heavy rain flooded the outdoor soccer field this morning. Because of the big puddles, the coach had to cancel our afternoon practice.

Why did the coach have to cancel afternoon practice?

Because the heavy rain flooded the field and left big puddles.

400

Right after the loud crash in the living room, Toby quickly pushed his baseball glove under the couch. When his mom walked in and asked what happened, Toby looked down at his shoes and stayed completely quiet.

Why is Toby hiding his glove and staying quiet?

He is worried he will get in trouble for breaking something.

500

Maya woke up early so she could see the beautiful sunrise. As soon as the clock struck 5:30 AM, she looked out her bedroom window.

When did Maya look out her bedroom window?

At 5:30 AM.

500

Before walking onto the stage to speak, Chloe's hands started shaking and her stomach felt like it was doing backflips. She took three deep breaths to try to calm her racing heart.

How is Chloe feeling before she goes onto the stage?

Nervous (or anxious/scared).

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