Let's solve each question by choosing the correct
question word from the options provided. We'll analyze each sentence and determine which question word fits best.
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1. ________ is he late?
- Options:
Why,
What
- "He is late" suggests we're asking about the
reason.
- "Why" asks for a reason or cause.
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✔ Correct answer: Why
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Why is he late? → Asks for the reason.
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2. ________ old are you?
- Options:
Who,
How
- This is a common phrase: "
How old are you?"
- "How" is used to ask about age.
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✔ Correct answer: How
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How old are you? → Asks about age.
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3. ________ do you live?
- Options:
Where,
When
- "Do you live?" refers to a
place.
- "Where" asks about location.
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✔ Correct answer: Where
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Where do you live? → Asks about place of residence.
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4. ________ is your mother?
- Options:
How,
When
- "Is your mother?" — this could be asking about her
state (e.g., health, feeling), so it’s likely asking
how she is.
- "How is your mother?" = asking about her well-being.
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✔ Correct answer: How
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How is your mother? → Asks about her condition or state.
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5. ________ is she here?
- Options:
Where,
Why
- "She is here" — the question is asking about the
reason for her being here.
- "Why is she here?" = asking for the purpose or reason.
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✔ Correct answer: Why
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Why is she here? → Asks for the reason.
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✔ Final Answers:
| Question | Correct Answer |
|--------|----------------|
| 1. _____ is he late? |
Why |
| 2. _____ old are you? |
How |
| 3. _____ do you live? |
Where |
| 4. _____ is your mother? |
How |
| 5. _____ is she here? |
Why |
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📝 Summary:
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Why – asks for reasons
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What – asks for things or information
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Who – asks for people
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How – asks about manner, condition, or age
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Where – asks about place
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When – asks about time
This exercise helps students understand how different question words are used based on the type of information being requested.
✔ Answer Key:
1. Why
2. How
3. Where
4. How
5. Why
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of wh questions worksheet.
