Class 2 English - ICSE
Question Words
In this chapter, Class 2 ICSE students learn about question words, also known as 'Wh- words'. These special words help us ask questions to get specific information. We use 'Who' for people, 'What' for things, 'Where' for places, 'When' for time, 'Why' for reasons, and 'How' for the way something is done. Learning these words is very important for the ICSE English exams because it helps children frame correct sentences, improve their reading comprehension, and score high marks in both grammar and writing sections.
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Who
We use 'Who' when we want to ask about a person. For example, 'Who is your teacher?'
What
We use 'What' when we want to ask about things, objects, or information. For example, 'What is your name?'
Where
We use 'Where' when we want to ask about a place or location. For example, 'Where do you live?'
When
We use 'When' when we want to ask about time or an event. For example, 'When is your birthday?'
Why
We use 'Why' when we want to know the reason for something. For example, 'Why are you sad?'
How
We use 'How' when we want to know the way something is done or someone's condition. For example, 'How are you?'
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Board Exam Info
In ICSE Class 2 English grammar papers, this chapter usually carries around 5 to 8 marks. Common question types include filling in the blanks with the correct question word, matching answers to the correct question, and framing questions for given statements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do all question words start with 'Wh'?
No, most question words start with 'Wh' (like Who, What, Where, When, Why), but 'How' also acts as a question word even though it starts with 'H'.
Why is a question mark important?
A question mark tells the reader that a sentence is asking something. Without it, the sentence is incomplete in exams.
How do I know whether to use 'Who' or 'What'?
Use 'Who' if the answer is a person (like a friend or teacher) and 'What' if the answer is a thing or an object (like a book or a toy).
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