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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension

A second-grade worksheet focusing on nonfiction reading comprehension strategies, including identifying main idea, facts, and details.

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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.1CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.2CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.2.3

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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension

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Read the passage below carefully. Then, answer the questions that follow.

All About Dogs

Dogs are amazing animals! They are often called "man's best friend" because they are loyal and friendly. Dogs have a great sense of smell and can hear very well. There are many different kinds of dogs, like tiny Chihuahuas and big Great Danes. Some dogs help people, like guide dogs for the blind or police dogs. All dogs need food, water, shelter, and lots of love from their owners. They also need exercise to stay healthy and happy.

1. What is the main idea of this passage?

a

Dogs are very small.

b

Dogs are loyal and friendly animals.

c

Dogs only need food and water.

d

Dogs can fly.

2. Dogs are often called "man's best  " because they are loyal and friendly.

3. Some dogs, like   dogs, help people who cannot see.

4. Name two things all dogs need from their owners.

5. There is only one kind of dog in the world.

T

True

F

False