Decoding Question Intent Worksheet
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Decoding Question Intent Worksheet
English Language Arts — Grade 12
📖 Part 1: Identifying Question Types
Read each question below carefully. Then identify the type of question it is and circle the signal word(s) that reveal its intent.
What type of question is this?
The signal word(s) in this question that reveal its intent: _______________________
What type of question is this?
The signal word(s) in this question that reveal its intent: _______________________
What type of question is this?
The signal word(s) in this question that reveal its intent: _______________________
What type of question is this?
The signal word(s) in this question that reveal its intent: _______________________
🔍 Part 2: Question Dissection — Short Answer
For each question below, underline the key command word(s), then answer the short-answer prompts that follow.
a) What is the command word telling you to do?
b) What kind of evidence from the text would best answer this question?
a) What qualifier word makes this question tricky, and why?
b) Check ALL the strategies you would use to answer this question:
✏️ Part 3: Apply Your Thinking
Read the short passage below, then complete the analysis tasks that follow.
"Modern libraries have evolved far beyond their original purpose of housing books. Today, they serve as dynamic community hubs, offering digital resources, job training workshops, and safe spaces for all ages. Critics argue that libraries are outdated institutions, yet statistics show that library usage has increased by 40% over the past decade. Clearly, the library remains an essential pillar of an informed and connected society."
Fact:
Opinion:
How I can tell:
Question # ______
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