A Questions
Maya’s boots left deep prints in the snow. Her cheeks were red, and she blew into her hands to keep them warm. What season is it?
Winter
When Jamal opened his lunchbox, his sandwich was smashed flat. He sighed and looked over at the soccer ball sticking out of his backpack.
Question: What probably happened to Jamal’s sandwich?
The ball crushed his sandwich.
The lights went out, and the house was suddenly dark. Jordan lit three candles and grabbed a blanket.
Question: Why did Jordan light the candles?
The power went out.
Emma’s dog ran in circles, barked at the door, and wagged his tail. Emma grabbed his leash.
Question: Where is Emma probably about to go?
On a walk with her dog.
Carlos set his alarm for 5:30 a.m. and put his baseball glove by the door. Question: What does Carlos probably have in the morning?
Baseball practice.
Samantha’s hands were sticky, and her face had chocolate smudges. She quickly hid the empty wrapper behind her back. What did Samantha just do?
Ate a candy bar.
The classroom was decorated with balloons, streamers, and a big “Happy Birthday” sign. A wrapped box sat on the desk. What event is happening?
A birthday party.
Jason’s shirt was soaked, and his hair dripped water onto the floor. His swim goggles dangled from his wrist. Where was Jason just now?
At the pool.
Lila looked out the window. The sky was gray, and raindrops tapped against the glass. She picked up her umbrella. What kind of weather is it?
Stormy or rainy.
After the race, Tom bent over, breathing hard. Sweat rolled down his face, but he smiled as he held up the medal What did Tom just do?
Won a race or a marathon.
A stack of books sat on Ava’s desk, and a sharpened pencil was in her hand. She flipped open her notebook. What is Ava about to do?
Take notes.
Ben held the remote and leaned back on the couch. A big bowl of popcorn rested on his lap What is Ben probably about to do?
Watch a movie or a TV show.
Kayla’s face turned bright red when the whole class looked at her. She quickly sat down and covered her face. How is Kayla feeling?
Embarrassed.
The referee blew the whistle. Players ran down the court, and the crowd cheered loudly. What game is being played?
Basketball.
Ella’s mom told her to wear her helmet and knee pads. Ella climbed onto her skateboard. Why does Ella need safety gear?
She is going to ride on her skateboard. Needs to keep her head and knees protected.
Sam held the broken toy in his hands. His little sister looked at him with tears in her eyes. What probably happened to the toy?
His sister probably broke the toy.
Liam rubbed his eyes and yawned. He pulled the blanket up to his chin and turned off the lamp. What is Liam about to do?
Go to bed
Rachel’s paper airplane soared across the room and landed on the teacher’s desk. The teacher raised an eyebrow. What will probably happen next?
Rachel may get into trouble. Teacher will ask her to get back to her work.
The smoke alarm beeped, and the kitchen smelled like something was burning. Mom grabbed an oven mitt.
What is happening in the kitchen?
Something is burning in the oven.
Sophie carefully put the glass of milk far from the edge of the table. She remembered what happened yesterday. What probably happened yesterday?
Her milk spilled off the edge of the table.
Omar put on his cleats and shin guards. He ran out to the field with a ball under his arm. What sport is Omar about to play?
Soccer
Anna stacked three pillows and pulled a blanket over them. She crawled inside and giggled. What did Anna just build?
A pillow fort.
Ethan clutched his stomach and groaned. His half-eaten sandwich was still on the plate. How is Ethan probably feeling?
He has a stomachache.
The firetruck raced down the street with its siren blaring. People moved their cars out of the way.
Where is the firetruck going?
to put out a fire
Julia’s hands shook as she walked onto the stage. She held her violin tightly while the audience clapped.
What is Julia about to do?
Play a violin concert.