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2nd Grade Reading Question of the Day

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Monday, August 24, 2026

Read the passage. First, a seed is planted in soil. Next, the seed gets water, so it swells and cracks open. Then, a small root grows down to drink water. After that, a sprout grows up toward the sunlight. Finally, the plant grows more leaves to make food. What happens after the seed cracks open?

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Read the passage. First, a seed is planted in soil. Next, the seed gets water, so it swells and cracks open. Then, a small root grows down to drink water. After that, a sprout grows up toward the sunlight. Finally, the plant grows more leaves to make food. What happens after the seed cracks open?

  1. A small root grows down. (correct answer)
  2. The seed is planted in soil.
  3. The plant grows more leaves.

Explanation: This tests sequence of events. The passage says the seed cracks open, THEN a small root grows down. Look for the word 'then' to find what comes next.