Why questions

Joe and Sam built a scarecrow. They dressed it in a hat, shirt and a pair of jeans. They built it so it would scare the crows away because it was eating all of their corn.

Why did Joe and Same build a scarecrow?

After eating cake and ice cream at her birthday party, Beth decided to lay down. When she woke up her stomach began to hurt. Why is Beth's stomach hurting?

Marsha's teacher handed back the math tests. Marsha was busy playing on her computer last night and forgot to study. When Marsha's test was given to her she began to cry. Why was Marsha crying?

After Mrs. Smith was done reviewing the math assignment Joey was still confused. He raised his hand.

Why did Joey raise his hand?

Today is Dave's brother's birthday. Dave knows his brother wants a new video game as a gift. Dave checks his piggy bank and realizes he will have to do some extra chores around the house.

Why does Dave have to do extra chores?

When Hannah looked outside she saw the rain pouring down. She put away her sandals and looked for her boots.

Why did Hannah put away her sandals?

Madison's grandpa loved fishing. He had been fishing ever since he was a little boy. So Madison wanted him to take her on her first fishing trip.

Why did Madison want her grandpa to take her on her first fishing trip?

Jodi let her dog Scamp out into the backyard. She heard the phone ring and ran inside quickly. When she came back out she saw the gate was open. Jodi began to cry.

Why is Jodi crying?

Kyle was nervous but he knew he would make friends quickly. He would miss his old teachers but he was hoping his new ones would be nice.

Why is Kyle nervous?

1. Why do you go to the doctor?

2. Why do we eat fruits and vegetables?

3. Why do we go to school?

4. Why do dogs make good pets?

5. Why do you like school?