Here is the correct solution for each question, with a clear explanation:
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1. _Where_ are they?
✔ Answer: WHERE
*Explanation:* The answer “They are at the cinema” tells us a
place/location. “Where” is used to ask about location.
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2. _Why_ is she sad?
✔ Answer: WHY
*Explanation:* The answer “Because she is ill” gives a
reason. “Why” is used to ask for reasons or causes.
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3. _Who_ is she?
✔ Answer: WHO
*Explanation:* The answer “She is my mother” identifies a
person. “Who” is used to ask about people.
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4. _How_ old is she?
✔ Answer: HOW
*Explanation:* The answer “She is sixty-five years old” gives an
age. We use “How old” to ask about someone’s age.
> ⚠️ Note: Although “HOW” is one of the Wh-words shown, in this context, it’s always paired with “old” — so “How old” is the full phrase needed. Since the blank is only for one word and “How” is the only option that fits grammatically, we choose
HOW.
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5. _What_ is he doing?
✔ Answer: WHAT
*Explanation:* The answer “He is driving a fire truck” describes an
action or activity. “What...doing?” is used to ask about what someone is currently doing.
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6. _When_ are you going to the beach?
✔ Answer: WHEN
*Explanation:* The answer “I am going next week” tells us a
time. “When” is used to ask about time or date.
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✔ Final Answers:
1.
WHERE
2.
WHY
3.
WHO
4.
HOW
5.
WHAT
6.
WHEN
This exercise helps learners match Wh-questions to their appropriate answers based on meaning — location, reason, person, age, action, and time. Great for building basic English question skills! 🌟
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of wh questions worksheets.
