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Writing questions about an adult’s work
Grades 3–5 · Ready-made original
Learning goal
Write a respectful question about a work task.
Write, draw, or say your answer. You may pass.
The example
A pretend school visitor designs maps. Their sample map shows the school door and garden but has no path between them.
A worked response
A task question is, “How do you decide where to draw a path?” Questions about the visitor’s private life are not needed.
Your task
1. Draw the supplied map with a door and garden.
2. Write a question about connecting the two places.
3. Practice reading the question to an adult or partner; no visitor needs to be booked.
Space for your task
Questions
1. What two places are on the map?
2. What map detail is missing?
3. What could you ask about drawing a path?
4. Which questions can stay focused on the work?