"Wh" Questions
The main character of the story
Who?
Hit
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People always said that John was a “night owl.” It’s true. He did not like to go to sleep. But it was not that he liked to stay up late. He hated the nighttime. He wanted it to pass quickly. It never did. It wasn’t just the darkness. He didn’t like the sounds of night. It was a lonely sound--buzzing bugs, wind, the shouts of birds.
The main character's name is:
John
Map
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Max stood by the front window, wagging his tail so hard his whole body shook. He let out a sharp "Woof!" and pressed his nose against the glass. Down the sidewalk, a familiar car pulled into the driveway. The car door clicked open, and Max began to run in circles by the front door.
What kind of animal is Max?
A dog.
The location (setting) of the story.
Where?
Row
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People always said that John was a “night owl.” It’s true. He did not like to go to sleep. But it was not that he liked to stay up late. He hated the nighttime. He wanted it to pass quickly. It never did. It wasn’t just the darkness. He didn’t like the sounds of night. It was a lonely sound--buzzing bugs, wind, the shouts of birds.
Does John like the nightime?
No
What
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Max stood by the front window, wagging his tail so hard his whole body shook. He let out a sharp "Woof!" and pressed his nose against the glass. Down the sidewalk, a familiar car pulled into the driveway. The car door clicked open, and Max began to run in circles by the front door.
Who is likely arriving in the car?
Owner or family member.
The main event of the story
What?
Sweet
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People always said that John was a “night owl.” It’s true. He did not like to go to sleep. But it was not that he liked to stay up late. He hated the nighttime. He wanted it to pass quickly. It never did. It wasn’t just the darkness. He didn’t like the sounds of night. It was a lonely sound--buzzing bugs, wind, the shouts of birds.
What is one thing the main character doesn't like about nighttime?
Darkness, buzzing bugs, wind sounds, or shouts of birds
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Mia put on her yellow raincoat and pulled up the hood. She grabbed her bright umbrella from the basket by the door. Outside, the sky was dark and gray. She heard a loud boom of thunder in the distance. Mia smiled and stepped out onto the wet sidewalk.
Why did Mia put on her coat?
It was about to rain.
The time of day or season that the event happens
When?
Brave
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People always said that John was a “night owl.” It’s true. He did not like to go to sleep. But it was not that he liked to stay up late. He hated the nighttime. He wanted it to pass quickly. It never did. It wasn’t just the darkness. He didn’t like the sounds of night. It was a lonely sound--buzzing bugs, wind, the shouts of birds.
What is this story telling us?
John doesn't like the nighttime.
School
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What mystery is Sam trying to solve?
What happened to the pet bird.
The reason the main event happened
Why?
Health
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People always said that John was a “night owl.” It’s true. He did not like to go to sleep. But it was not that he liked to stay up late. He hated the nighttime. He wanted it to pass quickly. It never did. It wasn’t just the darkness. He didn’t like the sounds of night. It was a lonely sound--buzzing bugs, wind, the shouts of birds.
Do you think John could fall asleep easily or no?
Probably not, since he didn't like nighttime and people called him a "night owl".
Other answers are ok but need reasoning.
Third
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How did the suspect most likely get out of the room?
Through the open window.