Smart Shopper: Reading Comprehension on “Shopping List” for Class 2 

This Grade 2 English reading passage follows Priya as she helps her mother make a weekly shopping list. Students read how they plan, visit a local store, and select items like milk, eggs, rice, fruits, and soap. The story builds understanding of daily household routines while strengthening vocabulary related to food, home, and shopping. Children learn sequencing, comparison, and the importance of planning before buying. This worksheet supports early learners in developing organization and reading-for-detail skills.

 Why Reading About Everyday Tasks Matters in English Learning? 

1. It connects reading to real-life actions and family experiences. 
2. It helps learners practice vocabulary related to food and shopping. 
3. It builds comprehension through practical examples and clear events. 
4. It encourages responsible habits like planning and checking lists. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

🧠 Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Answer 
Students answer factual questions about Priya’s shopping trip, the items on her list, and what she learned. 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Answer the Following Questions 
Learners write short text-based answers to recall key details and moral lessons about organization and teamwork. 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – MCQs 
1. a) Priya  
2. b) Bread  
3. c) To compare prices and choose fresh items  
4. c) Local store  
5. b) Soap, toothpaste, dishwashing liquid  
6. b) Saves time and ensures nothing is forgotten 

Exercise 2 – Subjective Answers 
7. Milk, eggs, bread. 
8. She checked items and placed them in the cart. 
9. Soap. 
10. A shopping list helps save time and keeps things organized. 

Help your child learn how reading connects with everyday planning through this fun and practical shopping story! 

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