Wh- Questions

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What is a Wh-question?

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A Wh-question is a type of question that begins with a 'Wh' word, such as who, what, where, when, why, or how, and is used to gather information.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.K.1D

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What does 'who' ask about?

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The word 'who' is used to ask about a person or people.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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What does 'what' ask about?

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The word 'what' is used to ask for information about something, such as an object, idea, or action.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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What does 'where' ask about?

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The word 'where' is used to inquire about a place or location.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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What does 'when' ask about?

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The word 'when' is used to ask about time.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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What does 'why' ask about?

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The word 'why' is used to ask for reasons or explanations.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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What does 'how' ask about?

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The word 'how' is used to inquire about the manner or method of something.

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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How do you form a Wh-question?

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To form a Wh-question, start with a Wh-word, followed by an auxiliary verb (if needed), the subject, and then the main verb.

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CCSS.L.1.1J

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.8.1C

CCSS.L.K.1D

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Example of a Wh-question using 'what':

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What is your favorite book?

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CCSS.L.3.1A

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Example of a Wh-question using 'who':

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Who is your best friend?

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CCSS.L.3.1A