Wh-questions
Story:
Emma put on her sneakers and grabbed her jump rope. She ran outside to the park near her house. The sun was shining, and many kids were playing. Emma found a shady spot under a tree and started jumping. She counted aloud as she skipped faster and faster.
Question:
Where did Emma go to play?
A. Her backyard
B. The mall
C. The park
D. Her friend’s house
Answer: C. The park
Story:
Noah loves to ride his bike after school. He zooms around the neighborhood, racing his friends. Sometimes they ride to the park and have races on the bike paths. Riding his bike makes Noah feel free and happy.
Question:
What is the main idea of the story?
A. Noah likes to swim after school
B. Noah loves riding his bike
C. Noah plays soccer with his friends
D. Noah watches TV in the afternoon
Answer: B. Noah loves riding his bike
Story:
The word “cautious” means being very careful.
Peter was cautious when he crossed the icy sidewalk so he wouldn’t slip.
Question:
What does “cautious” mean?
A. Being wild
B. Being careful
C. Being funny
D. Being loud
Answer: B. Being careful
My favorite sport is basketball. I like how fast the game moves. Shooting hoops with my friends is always exciting. Sometimes we play games at the park or just practice free throws. Basketball keeps me active and makes me happy.
Question:
Which sentence is the topic sentence?
A. Shooting hoops with my friends is always exciting.
B. My favorite sport is basketball.
C. Basketball keeps me active and makes me happy.
D. Sometimes we play games at the park.
Answer: B. My favorite sport is basketball.
Story:
Isabella woke up early and got dressed for school. She packed her backpack and grabbed a quick breakfast. Then she walked to the bus stop. After waiting a few minutes, the yellow bus pulled up and she climbed aboard.
Question:
What happened first?
A. Isabella got on the bus.
B. Isabella ate breakfast.
C. Isabella packed her backpack.
D. Isabella woke up.
Answer: D. Isabella woke up.
Story:
Jaden woke up early on Sunday. His family had planned a fishing trip at the nearby lake. Jaden packed sandwiches, water bottles, and his fishing pole. When they arrived, they sat by the water and waited for the fish to bite. Jaden caught the first fish and cheered loudly!
Question:
Why did Jaden pack sandwiches and water bottles?
A. For a school trip
B. For a fishing trip
C. For a baseball game
D. For a camping trip
Answer: B. For a fishing trip
Story:
Every Saturday, Sofia helps her grandmother cook. She chops vegetables, stirs soups, and sets the table. After they finish cooking, the whole family sits together for dinner. Sofia loves spending this time with her grandmother.
Question:
What is the main idea of this story?
A. Sofia plays video games with her grandmother
B. Sofia helps her grandmother cook
C. Sofia goes shopping with her grandmother
D. Sofia and her grandmother watch movies
Answer: B. Sofia helps her grandmother cook
Story:
Choose the sentence that uses the word “fragile” correctly.
Options:
A. The fragile glass shattered when it fell off the table.
B. The fragile elephant stomped through the jungle.
C. The fragile truck carried heavy boxes across the country.
D. The fragile mountain grew taller each year.
Question:
Which sentence shows the correct meaning of “fragile”?
Answer: A. The fragile glass shattered when it fell off the table.
Learning how to cook is a useful skill. First, you can save money by making your meals at home instead of eating out. Also, cooking lets you control what ingredients you use, which is healthier. One time, I made homemade spaghetti, and it tasted better than anything from a restaurant. Another benefit is that you can impress your family and friends with your cooking skills. Plus, knowing how to cook can help you when you live on your own one day. In conclusion, learning to cook is important for many reasons.
Question:
Which sentence would be the best supporting detail for this paragraph?
A. Buying fast food every day is expensive.
B. It’s important to always drive safely.
C. You should always clean your room.
D. Traveling by airplane is exciting.
Answer: A. Buying fast food every day is expensive.
Story:
Owen decided to plant a flower garden. First, he bought seeds from the store. Then he dug small holes in the soil behind his house. He carefully placed the seeds into the ground and covered them with dirt. Finally, Owen watered the garden every day until the flowers began to grow.
Question:
What did Owen do after buying the seeds?
A. He watered the garden.
B. He dug small holes in the soil.
C. He picked the flowers.
D. He went back to the store.
Answer: B. He dug small holes in the soil.
Story:
At lunchtime, Mia’s friends rushed to the cafeteria. Today was pizza day, and everyone wanted a slice. Mia sat with her best friends, and they laughed while eating. After lunch, Mia went to the playground and raced her friends to the swings.
Question:
What special food did the cafeteria have today?
A. Hot dogs
B. Pizza
C. Tacos
D. Spaghetti
Answer: B. Pizza
Story:
Ben practiced his guitar every day after school. He learned new songs and improved his skills. Sometimes he played for his family, and sometimes just for himself. Ben hoped that one day he would perform at his school’s talent show.
Question:
What is the main idea of the story?
A. Ben plays guitar because he wants to be famous
B. Ben is learning to play guitar through hard work
C. Ben takes guitar lessons at school
D. Ben is too shy to play guitar
Answer: B. Ben is learning to play guitar through hard work
Story:
The word “eager” means very excited and ready to do something.
Before the soccer game, James was eager to get on the field and start playing. He bounced on his toes and kept asking the coach when it would be his turn.
Question:
What does the word “eager” mean?
A. Nervous and worried
B. Calm and quiet
C. Excited and ready
D. Sad and tired
Answer: C. Excited and ready
There are many reasons why reading books is better than watching TV. First, reading makes you use your imagination. When you read, you picture the characters and settings in your mind instead of seeing them on a screen. Also, reading helps build your vocabulary because you learn new words. I remember learning the word “astonished” from a book when I was in fifth grade. Another advantage is that reading can be done anywhere — on the bus, at the beach, or in bed. On the other hand, you usually need electricity and Wi-Fi to watch TV. All of these reasons show why I prefer books over television.
Question:
What is the best concluding sentence to end this paragraph?
A. Watching TV is the best way to learn new words.
B. Books are boring compared to television.
C. Reading has many benefits that TV cannot offer.
D. I wish I had a bigger TV at home.
Answer: C. Reading has many benefits that TV cannot offer.
Story:
Sarah and her family were preparing for a camping trip. First, they packed the tent, sleeping bags, and food. When they arrived at the campground, they set up their tent and built a fire. That night, they roasted marshmallows and told stories around the campfire. In the morning, Sarah helped make pancakes over the fire for breakfast.
Question:
What happened right before they roasted marshmallows?
A. They packed their things.
B. They set up the tent and built a fire.
C. They ate pancakes.
D. They hiked through the woods.
Answer: B. They set up the tent and built a fire.
Story:
Liam spent all week preparing for his history presentation about ancient Egypt. He created colorful slides showing pyramids, pharaohs, and hieroglyphics. The night before the presentation, he practiced in front of his parents. Liam woke up extra early, dressed nicely, and carefully packed his notes. At school, he felt nervous but excited. His classmates listened closely as he talked about how the pyramids were built. Liam answered all the questions at the end. His teacher smiled and told him he did a great job.
Question:
When did Liam practice his presentation?
A. At school during lunch
B. After the presentation
C. The night before
D. During the bus ride
Answer: C. The night before
Story:
Maya always looked forward to the science fair each year. This time, she decided to create a model of the solar system. She spent weeks researching the planets, gathering materials, and carefully painting each one. Maya made sure the planets were the right sizes and placed them the correct distance apart on her display board. On the day of the fair, she proudly set up her project and explained facts about each planet to the judges. Even though she didn’t win first prize, Maya felt proud of all the hard work she had put into her project and loved seeing everyone else’s creative ideas.
Question:
What is the main idea of Maya’s story?
A. Maya worked hard on her science fair project about the solar system
B. Maya’s science fair project broke during the fair
C. Maya forgot to research her project
D. Maya was upset that she didn’t win first place
Answer: A. Maya worked hard on her science fair project about the solar system
Story:
The word “observe” means to watch carefully.
During science class, Clara had to observe a caterpillar’s behavior every day for a week. She noticed it moved slowly and liked to stay under leaves. Clara wrote down everything she saw. She also drew pictures of the caterpillar as it grew bigger. One morning, Clara was amazed to see it hanging upside down, starting to form a chrysalis. Because she observed so carefully, she was able to predict when it would become a butterfly.
Question:
Which action best shows someone “observing”?
A. Guessing what will happen without looking
B. Carefully watching and writing down notes
C. Talking loudly and distracting others
D. Running quickly past something
Answer: B. Carefully watching and writing down notes
Spending time outside has many benefits. Being outdoors gives people a chance to get fresh air and sunshine. Studies show that spending time in nature can lower stress levels and improve mood. When I go hiking with my family, I always feel happier and more relaxed. Even a simple walk in the park can make a big difference in how someone feels.
In addition to improving mood, outdoor activities can help people stay healthy. Walking, biking, and hiking are all great ways to exercise while enjoying nature. Exercise keeps your body strong and your heart healthy. Plus, outdoor activities often don’t feel like exercise because they are so much fun. Overall, being outdoors is good for both your body and your mind.
Question:
Which sentence best connects the two paragraphs?
A. Spending time outside can also be boring sometimes.
B. Being outdoors only helps if you exercise hard.
C. Outdoor activities help people stay both happy and healthy.
D. Many people do not like being outdoors at all.
Answer: C. Outdoor activities help people stay both happy and healthy.
Story:
Last Saturday, Ethan and his dad decided to build a birdhouse. First, they went to the hardware store to buy wood, nails, and paint. After they got home, they measured and cut the pieces of wood carefully. Then, they hammered the pieces together to create the shape of the birdhouse. Ethan chose bright blue paint and carefully decorated the roof and sides. While the paint dried, they went inside for lunch. After eating, they attached the birdhouse to a tree in the backyard. By the afternoon, a little bird had already flown over to check it out!
Question:
What happened right after Ethan painted the birdhouse?
A. They bought wood and nails.
B. They went inside to eat lunch.
C. They hammered the wood together.
D. They watched a bird fly into the house.
Answer: B. They went inside to eat lunch.
Story:
Natalie wanted to learn how to bake cookies from scratch. She found a recipe online and asked her mom if they could bake together over the weekend. On Saturday morning, they gathered flour, sugar, eggs, and chocolate chips. Natalie accidentally spilled flour on the floor but laughed as they cleaned it up. She carefully measured each ingredient and mixed the dough. After placing the cookies in the oven, she waited impatiently, watching through the glass door. The kitchen filled with the smell of warm chocolate. When the cookies were ready, Natalie proudly shared them with her family, who said they were delicious.
Question:
Which two people worked together to bake the cookies?
A. Natalie and her brother
B. Natalie and her friend
C. Natalie and her mom
D. Natalie and her teacher
Answer: C. Natalie and her mom
Story:
Zach’s school held a recycling competition to see which class could collect the most cans and bottles. Zach took the challenge seriously. Each afternoon, he and his little sister walked around the neighborhood, collecting recyclables from friendly neighbors. They even made posters to remind people about the importance of recycling. As the final day approached, Zach’s class was slightly behind another class, but Zach didn’t give up. On the last day, he brought in two big bags filled with cans. His class ended up winning by just a few items! Zach felt proud that he helped the environment and his classmates.
Question:
What is the main idea of Zach’s story?
A. Zach’s school canceled the recycling competition
B. Zach worked hard to help his class win the recycling contest
C. Zach forgot to collect cans for his class
D. Zach didn’t like helping the environment
Answer: B. Zach worked hard to help his class win the recycling contest
Story:
The word “fortunate” means lucky or having good fortune.
Last weekend, Elena planned a picnic for her family. Just as they spread out the blankets and unpacked the food, dark clouds rolled in. Everyone worried it would rain and ruin the day. But, by some miracle, the clouds moved away without a single drop falling. Elena felt fortunate that the weather stayed nice. They ended up having a wonderful afternoon eating sandwiches, playing games, and watching the sunset together.
Question:
Why did Elena feel fortunate?
A. Because the clouds made it rain
B. Because the weather stayed good for the picnic
C. Because they found a better picnic spot
D. Because she won a prize
Answer: B. Because the weather stayed good for the picnic
Learning a second language is a valuable skill. Knowing more than one language allows people to communicate with a wider range of people. It can also help students get better job opportunities in the future. When I started learning Spanish, I was able to talk to more people in my neighborhood and even help visitors at school events. Being able to speak two languages is like having a special superpower.
Another reason to learn a new language is that it opens your mind to new cultures. When you study a language, you also learn about the food, traditions, and customs of other places. For example, in Spanish class, we celebrated holidays like Día de los Muertos and learned about different countries in Latin America. This helped me appreciate how big and interesting the world is. Learning a language teaches more than just words — it teaches understanding and respect.
Question:
What is the main idea connecting both paragraphs?
A. Speaking two languages makes you smarter.
B. Learning a second language helps communication and cultural understanding.
C. Spanish is easier to learn than other languages.
D. Schools should not require language classes.
Answer: B. Learning a second language helps communication and cultural understanding.
Story:
Olivia wanted to surprise her best friend with a homemade birthday gift. She spent a few days thinking about what to make. First, she decided to create a scrapbook filled with their favorite memories. She printed photos, bought colorful paper, and gathered stickers and glitter. Over the weekend, Olivia cut out shapes, glued pictures, and decorated each page with funny captions and drawings. On Sunday night, she carefully wrapped the scrapbook in shiny blue paper. The next day at school, Olivia gave the gift to her friend, who smiled and gave her a big hug. It was the best surprise her friend had received that year.
Question:
What did Olivia do before she wrapped the scrapbook?
A. She thought about what gift to buy.
B. She printed photos and decorated the scrapbook.
C. She gave the scrapbook to her friend.
D. She went shopping for a birthday card.
Answer: B. She printed photos and decorated the scrapbook.