Reading Comprehension Worksheet

Make Way for Ducklings

1. Where did the Mallards first stop when they arrived in Boston?

2. What did the Mallards see in the pond in the morning?

3. Why did the Mallards leave the pond and decide to raise their
ducklings elsewhere?

4. Why couldn't Mrs. Mallard visit Michael anymore?

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Make Way for Ducklings

5. What were some of the names Mr.and Mrs.Mallard gave their

ducklings?

6. Where did Mr.Mallard tell Mrs. Mallard to meet her after he took
off down the river?

7. What did Mrs.Mallard teach her ducklings?

8. What happened when the ducklings tried to follow their mother

across the busy street?
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Make Way for Ducklings

9. Who helped the ducklings cross the street safely?

10. What did the people of Boston do to help Mr. and Mrs. Mallard

and their ducklings?

11. Where did Mr. and Mrs. Mallard finally settle down to live with
their ducklings?

12. Why did Mr. and Mrs. Mallard choose the Public Garden as their
home?