Describing a Setting
A Grade 2 ELA worksheet focused on identifying and describing elements of a story's setting.
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Describing a Setting
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Read the passage and look at the picture below. Then answer the questions about the setting.
The Whispering Woods
Lily skipped along the mossy path into the Whispering Woods. Tall, old trees with rough bark stood all around her, their branches reaching up to touch the bright blue sky. Sunlight dappled through the leaves, making dancing patterns on the forest floor. She heard the gentle chirping of birds and the rustle of tiny creatures in the bushes. A small, clear stream gurgled over smooth stones nearby, its water cool and inviting. The air smelled fresh and earthy, like wet leaves and pine needles. Lily loved exploring this magical place.
1. Where does the story take place?
A busy city
A quiet forest
A sandy beach
A snowy mountain
2. The trees in the Whispering Woods have bark.
3. Lily heard the gentle of birds.
4. The air in the forest smelled fresh and .
5. What sounds did Lily hear in the woods?
6. Describe the path Lily walked on. Use two words from the story.
7. The story says the stream's water was hot.
True
False
8. Imagine you are in the Whispering Woods. Draw a picture of something you would see there. Then, write two sentences describing what you drew.