Generating Questions For Research

You are writing a research report about how Venus Williams became a tennis player. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• In what town was Venus Williams born?

• What training did Venus Williams have?

• Is Venus Williams married?

• What awards has Venus Williams won?

You are writing a research report about how lightning is formed. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• How often does lightning strike?

• How much damage can lightning do to a house?

• What causes lightning in a storm?

• How can you measure lightning?

You are writing a research report about becoming a teacher. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• How do teachers help children?

• What kind of training do teachers need?

• Do more teachers work in schools or online?

• Who is the most famous teacher?

You are writing a research report about why bears hibernate in the winter. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• How many bear cubs does a bear have?

• Do bears live alone?

• What causes bears to sleep through the winter?

• What type of food do bears eat?

You are writing a research report about why some animals have gills. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• How do fish breathe underwater?

• What kinds of animals live in the ocean?

• How can people see animals that live in the water?

• What are the body parts of animals that live in the water?

You are writing a research report about why Abraham Lincoln was voted as our president. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• How did Abraham Lincoln become the president?

• Where was Abraham Lincoln born?

• Who ran for president against Abraham Lincoln?

• What did Abraham do for our country when he was the president?

You are writing a research report about how to play football. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• What are the rules for the game of football?

• What team won the last Superbowl?

• What is a football made out of?

• When was football created?

You are writing a research report about kangaroos. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• Why do kangaroos live in groups?

• Do other animals live in the area of Australia where kangaroos live?

• What are other types of animals besides kangaroos that move by jumping?

• How hot does it get in Australia?

You are writing a research report about earthquake safety. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• How can you survive an earthquake?

• What causes an earthquake?

• Where do most earthquakes happen?

• How much damage can an earthquake cause?

You are writing a research report about taking care of a puppy. Which question should you choose to research information for your report?

• What do puppies need to be healthy?

• Where is the best place to get a puppy?

• How small is a puppy?

• Why do puppies like to bite?