Ask and Answer Informational Questions
Grade 1 - Reading - Challenge Me

Read "Shadows": A shadow forms when an object blocks light. Shadows can change size during the day. Which question can be answered from the text?
- How does a shadow form?
- What is your favorite color?
- What game should we play?
Read "School Helpers": A librarian helps readers find books. A nurse helps children who feel sick. Which detail answers the question?
- a librarian
- not enough words
- a funny opinion
Which statement is NOT supported by "Plant Needs"? Plants need light and water. Roots take in water from soil.
- The passage gives information.
- Plants need toy cars.
- What do plants need?
What should a reader do before answering a question about "Plant Needs"?
- skip the facts
- guess from the title only
- reread for evidence
Which answer source is strongest for "Plant Needs"?
- a random picture
- the passage details
- a favorite idea
Read "Plant Needs": Plants need light and water. Roots take in water from soil. Which question can be answered from the text?
- What do plants need?
- What is your favorite color?
- Who drew the picture?
Read "Plant Needs": Plants need light and water. Roots take in water from soil. Which detail answers the question?
- Plants need toy cars.
- a funny opinion
- light and water
Which statement is NOT supported by "Shadows"? A shadow forms when an object blocks light. Shadows can change size during the day.
- Shadows eat lunch.
- an object blocks light
- How does a shadow form?
What should a reader do before answering a question about "School Helpers"?
- choose the longest answer
- skip the facts
- reread for evidence
Which answer source is strongest for "Shadows"?
- the passage details
- the answer length
- a random picture