Asking and Answering Questions: Reading Literature

Why is it helpful to ask questions as we read?

• Asking questions is helpful because it helps us think about what we are reading, instead of reading without understanding. 

• Asking questions is not helpful.

• Asking questions is helpful because it takes longer.

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What are the most common question words?

• Who, what, when, where, why, and how?

• Who or whom?

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Can you ask questions before you read?

• Yes

• No

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True or False: you should never ask questions after you have finished reading.

• False

• True

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Where is the best place to answer questions about a story or text?

• It is best to look in the text or story itself.

• It is best to look in the dictionary.

• It is best to ask your teacher before you try on your own.

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How important is it to ask questions before, during, and after reading? 

• Not important.  It takes too long.

• Very important!  It helps you become a better reader.

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