Questions: Asking Questions About Stories
5 questions to test your understanding
Score: 0 / 5
Question 1 Multiple Choice
If you do not understand something while listening to a story, when should you ask a question?
AWait until the very end
BAsk right away while we are reading
CNever ask anything
DOnly if you are a grown-up
Asking questions while the story is happening helps you understand better. It is okay to stop and ask anytime!
Question 2 True / False
Asking questions while listening to a story means you are not paying attention.
Answer: False
Asking questions shows you ARE paying attention and thinking about the story. Curious listeners ask lots of questions!
Question 3 Short Answer
Think of a question you would ask about your favorite story. What is something you wonder about?
Think about your answer, then reveal below.
Model answer: Example: Why did the character do that? What happens next? What does that word mean?
A good answer shows thinking about something in the story. Any genuine question about the story is a good question.
Question 4 Multiple Choice
When you ask 'Why did the bear go into the cave?', you are showing what kind of listening?
ANot paying attention
BActive, thoughtful listening
CBeing silly
DNot understanding
When you ask why questions, you are thinking carefully about the story and what the characters do. That is active listening!
Question 5 True / False
Only grown-ups should ask questions about stories that are being read.
Answer: False
Anyone can ask questions about a story! Kids asking questions shows they are smart and thinking hard about what they hear.