Mastering WH Family Questions

What are the main WH question words?

• whichever

• whenever

• who, what, when, where, why, how

• whoever

Differentiate between a WH question and a yes/no question.

• WH questions seek detailed information, while yes/no questions require a simple yes or no answer.

• WH questions are always longer than yes/no questions.

• Yes/no questions provide detailed explanations.

• WH questions can only be answered with a yes or no.

How would you use 'why' in a dialogue?

• You can use 'why' to ask for reasons or explanations in a dialogue.

• You can use 'why' to make statements in a dialogue.

• 'Why' is a way to end a dialogue abruptly.

• 'Why' is used to agree with someone in a conversation.

Identify the WH question in the following sentence: 'I wonder where she went.'

• what

• when

• how

• where

What is the purpose of using 'what' in a question?

• To make a statement about a fact.

• To inquire about information or clarification.

• To provide a definitive answer.

• To express a command or request.

Use 'when' in a complex sentence about an event.

• When it rains, the flowers bloom.

• When the clock strikes twelve, the party ends.

• When the cat sleeps, the mouse plays.

• When the sun sets, the sky turns orange.

In a dialogue, how would you ask for someone's name using 'who'?

• Who are you?

• Can you tell me your name?

• What is your name?

• Who do you think you are?

What type of information does 'how' seek in a question?

• 'How' seeks information about the reasons behind an action.

• 'How' seeks information about the time something occurs.

• 'How' seeks information about the location of an event.

• 'How' seeks information about the manner or method of doing something.

Formulate a WH question that includes 'which' and a noun.

• Which movie is your favorite?

• Which city do you want to visit?

• Which book do you prefer?

• Which color do you like best?

Identify the context clue in the sentence: 'She asked why he was late.'

• The word 'late'

• The phrase 'was late'

• The word 'she'

• The word 'why'