The king proclaimed that today would be a holiday. What is the meaning of proclaimed ?

announced or declared in public

My cat is a wonderful friend, and he has beautiful orange fur. I often find him sitting in my room near the window. My cat's fur looks most beautiful in the golden light. Which statement is a fact rather than an opinion?

The cat often sits near the window.

In 1849, thousands of hopeful people arrived in California. They had come from all over America, from big cities and small towns and farms. Some arrived from Europe. They were there to strike gold or to make money from those miners who did find the shiny metal. They set up camps and struggled to learn the ways of mining. Some really did strike it rich, but most barely got by. For what purpose was this paragraph written?

to inform readers about a historical event

to entertain readers with a story about mining

to persuade readers to try to strike it rich

Have you ever seen a mirage? On a hot, sunny day you might have seen one. You might see something that looks like water on the road in the distance. As you approach, the "water" might suddenly seem to move farther away. Then you will know it is a mirage. It is a trick of light, and there really is no water there. How does the author inform the reader about mirages?

The author gives an example of a mirage and then explains that it is a trick of light.

The author explains the difference between different kinds of mirages.

The author presents several questions and answers about mirages.

Trevon rolled down the sidewalk on his skateboard. He tried to move fast because he didn't want to be late for practice. However, his skateboard was not up to it. Trevon thought the wheels might need to be oiled. He kept glancing at his watch and worrying. Then Trevon saw the playing field up ahead. He was going to be on time. What is Trevon's problem?

His skateboard is going slow, and he's worried he might be late.

His watch is broken, so he doesn't know what time it is.

His skateboard wheels need oil, but he doesn't have any.

Nia was reading at the park when she saw her friend Kiara and waved. Nia was glad to see Kiara, but she couldn't talk long. Nia needed to finish her book because her report was due tomorrow. "That's okay," said Kiara. "I can sit with you and read my book too!" Then the two girls happily sat under a big oak tree and read their books. Which best describes Nia and Kiara's friendship?

They have a hard time getting along.

Shantell Robinson polished the shiny paint on the antique motorcycle. The motorcycle had belonged to her great-grandfather. He bought it in 1924 when it was brand-new. He rode it every time he had an opportunity. It was his pride and joy. Now, years later, Mrs. Robinson still enjoys riding the motorcycle on clear, sunny afternoons. Every time she goes for a ride, she thinks of her great-grandfather. How does the motorcycle help show the theme of the story?

The motorcycle is Mrs. Robinson's connection to her great-grandfather.

The motorcycle has shiny paint but is very old and probably falling apart.

The great-grandfather loved the motorcycle, but Shantell Robinson does not.

Brenda watched the colorful jellyfish swim in their tank. They moved about like leaves caught in the wind, like dancers. Brenda enjoyed seeing all the animals at the aquarium. However, the jellyfish were the most fun to watch. They were beautiful and graceful like nothing she'd ever seen. What does it mean that the the jellyfish moved "like leaves caught in the wind, like dancers"?

They swam around and around smoothly.

They were being blown by the wind.

They moved in time to music that was playing.

Mark noticed a friend fishing nearby. His friend's son was placing peanut butter on a fishhook before dropping the line into the water. That scene made Mark think of another time long ago. He could still hear his grandfather's voice. "Mark, if you like peanut butter, why wouldn't a fish?" "But Grandpa," Mark would say, "wouldn't they want jam too?" Then they would laugh and laugh. Thinking of his grandfather, Mark went over to his friend. "Need to borrow any jam?" he asked. Which part of the story is in a flashback to the past?

Mark notices a friend fishing nearby.

Kana said her stack of library books was nearly a mile high. Kana probably said this to explain that she _____.

is trying to break a world record

If you want a pet like a dog, you should first get a goldfish. A goldfish can help you see if you are ready to take care of a bigger pet. Goldfish are easy to take care of. You have to feed them the right amount every day. You have to keep their tank clean. If you like caring for a goldfish, you might be ready for a bigger pet. How does the author support the main claim?

The author explains how taking care of a goldfish can show you are ready for a bigger pet.

The author gives facts showing that goldfish are easier to care of than bigger pets.

The author tells a story about how having a goldfish helped her get ready to take care of a dog.

The school should start a publishing club. I personally already make great zines and comic books. Some people, however, need plenty of help. We have clubs for people who play sports, play chess, or paint. There is no club for people who want to learn how to publish their own work. Publishing could even become a career for students someday. Please add the publishing club soon. Which is the strongest reason for starting a publishing club?

Publishing could even become a career for students someday.

We have clubs for people who play sports, play chess, or paint.

I personally already make great zines and comic books.

Be prepared to laugh your socks off at this year's fabulous school show. It is a complete giggle fest. Our excellent script is stocked full of genuine belly laughs. Our performers deliver each joke with professional ease. The jokes fly as fast as the time. When the show reaches the curtain call, you'll be gasping with laughter as you're shouting for more. What does the paragraph use to convince people to go to the show?

It uses loaded words like fabulous, excellent, and professional.

It uses the bandwagon technique to convince readers everyone else likes it.

It includes the opinion of an expert who loved the show.

Sample Reading Questions 2nd grade

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RI.1.4, RI.4.5, RL.3.6

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Jada will feed her pets every day. She will give them food that is good for them. What does feed mean?

to give food to

to take a bath

to play with

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Don likes to write letters to his friends.
Which word has the same base word as write?

kite

real

writing

Tags

CCSS.RF.2.3C

CCSS.RF.2.3D

CCSS.RF.2.3E

CCSS.RF.2.3F

CCSS.RF.2.4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

I am beginning to understand how to play this game.
Which word means the same as beginning?

knowing

starting

winning

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Beth rides the bus to school. She sits with Ann. After school, the girls ride the bus home. They talk about their day.
How do the girls get home?

They walk home.

They ride the bus.

Their moms pick them up.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Elephants are the largest animals on land. They can be over twenty feet long and twelve feet tall. They have very big ears, long trunks, and short tails. They can move very fast if they need to.
What shows how big elephants are?

They can be over twenty feet long.

They can move very fast.

They have short tails.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Kerry pulled on her new jacket and grabbed her bike. She rode around the park for a few minutes. She stopped to take off her jacket and put it in the bike basket. Then she rode her bike again.
Why does Kerry take off her jacket?

It doesn't fit anymore.

It is a new jacket.

She is too warm.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

Hana lived in a blue town. Everything was blue. The food was blue. The grass was blue. Everything was blue but one thing. Hana was not blue.
What kind of story is this?

a make-believe story

a story about a real person

a story like real life

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Sample Reading Questions 2nd grade

27 questions

Jada will feed her pets every day. She will give them food that is good for them. What does feed mean?

Don likes to write letters to his friends.
Which word has the same base word as write?

I am beginning to understand how to play this game.
Which word means the same as beginning?

Beth rides the bus to school. She sits with Ann. After school, the girls ride the bus home. They talk about their day.
How do the girls get home?

Elephants are the largest animals on land. They can be over twenty feet long and twelve feet tall. They have very big ears, long trunks, and short tails. They can move very fast if they need to.
What shows how big elephants are?

Kerry pulled on her new jacket and grabbed her bike. She rode around the park for a few minutes. She stopped to take off her jacket and put it in the bike basket. Then she rode her bike again.
Why does Kerry take off her jacket?

Hana lived in a blue town. Everything was blue. The food was blue. The grass was blue. Everything was blue but one thing. Hana was not blue.
What kind of story is this?

Gary lived in a big tree. Like other squirrels, he worked hard finding nuts. One day, he found a kind of nut he'd never seen before. He could not move it. "Silly squirrel," called the wise old barn owl. "That's a rock!"
Who is this story about?

I walked into the shop, and the shop owner smiled at me. "Glad to see you,
Laila," he said. "The cloth you were looking for arrived."
He spread out the cloth so I could see it. Soon other shoppers stood around us and looked at the beautiful cloth.
Who is telling this story?

I like my yellow coat. I put it on when it is raining. It makes a funny noise when I walk.
Which word tells what the coat looks like?

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Jada will feed her pets every day. She will give them food that is good for them. What does feed mean?

Don likes to write letters to his friends. Which word has the same base word as write?

I am beginning to understand how to play this game. Which word means the same as beginning?

Beth rides the bus to school. She sits with Ann. After school, the girls ride the bus home. They talk about their day. How do the girls get home?

Elephants are the largest animals on land. They can be over twenty feet long and twelve feet tall. They have very big ears, long trunks, and short tails. They can move very fast if they need to. What shows how big elephants are?

Kerry pulled on her new jacket and grabbed her bike. She rode around the park for a few minutes. She stopped to take off her jacket and put it in the bike basket. Then she rode her bike again. Why does Kerry take off her jacket?

Hana lived in a blue town. Everything was blue. The food was blue. The grass was blue. Everything was blue but one thing. Hana was not blue. What kind of story is this?

Gary lived in a big tree. Like other squirrels, he worked hard finding nuts. One day, he found a kind of nut he'd never seen before. He could not move it. "Silly squirrel," called the wise old barn owl. "That's a rock!" Who is this story about?

I walked into the shop, and the shop owner smiled at me. "Glad to see you, Laila," he said. "The cloth you were looking for arrived." He spread out the cloth so I could see it. Soon other shoppers stood around us and looked at the beautiful cloth. Who is telling this story?

I like my yellow coat. I put it on when it is raining. It makes a funny noise when I walk. Which word tells what the coat looks like?

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Don likes to write letters to his friends.
Which word has the same base word as write?

I am beginning to understand how to play this game.
Which word means the same as beginning?

Beth rides the bus to school. She sits with Ann. After school, the girls ride the bus home. They talk about their day.
How do the girls get home?

Elephants are the largest animals on land. They can be over twenty feet long and twelve feet tall. They have very big ears, long trunks, and short tails. They can move very fast if they need to.
What shows how big elephants are?

Kerry pulled on her new jacket and grabbed her bike. She rode around the park for a few minutes. She stopped to take off her jacket and put it in the bike basket. Then she rode her bike again.
Why does Kerry take off her jacket?

Hana lived in a blue town. Everything was blue. The food was blue. The grass was blue. Everything was blue but one thing. Hana was not blue.
What kind of story is this?

Gary lived in a big tree. Like other squirrels, he worked hard finding nuts. One day, he found a kind of nut he'd never seen before. He could not move it. "Silly squirrel," called the wise old barn owl. "That's a rock!"
Who is this story about?

I walked into the shop, and the shop owner smiled at me. "Glad to see you,
Laila," he said. "The cloth you were looking for arrived."
He spread out the cloth so I could see it. Soon other shoppers stood around us and looked at the beautiful cloth.
Who is telling this story?

I like my yellow coat. I put it on when it is raining. It makes a funny noise when I walk.
Which word tells what the coat looks like?