Asking Questions
Ask relevant questions to extend understanding; ask and answer questions to seek help, get information, or clarify something not understood
What a learner can do afterwards
- Ask a question when something is unclear or more information is needed
- Answer questions with relevant and specific information
- Request clarification politely (e.g. 'Can you explain that again?')
1 · Read
Asking questions helps you learn when something is not clear. You can use question words like who, what, where and how to ask about it and get the right information. If you miss words, ask Could you say that again, please?
Start with 'Can you' or 'Please' when you ask. This sounds polite and friendly. People like to help when you ask nicely.
Ravi does not understand the maths homework. He raises his hand and asks, 'Can you explain this again?' His teacher explains it a new way, and Ravi understands.
Zoe asks Ben, 'What is your favorite sport?' Ben says, 'Soccer, because I love running and scoring goals.' Zoe understands exactly what Ben likes.
Ask when you are unsure, answer with real details, and ask nicely.
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What would you like to know?
When something makes you curious, ask about it. You can discover what others know and look for new answers too.
An answer may take a long time to find. We might never find some answers. We can still ask.
Learn a little about something first. Then ask about what you have not learned yet. What are you curious about today?
It is okay to ask for help
You might have a question or a problem that feels too big. We all need help at times.
Tell a teacher, friend or trusted grown-up what puzzles you. You can ask, 'Could you help me?' or 'Could you explain it again?'
There is nothing silly about needing help.
Find out something new
Everyone has more to learn. People and books can teach you something each day.
If you hear about a new thing, try asking, 'What is it?' or 'How does it work?' A question can lead you to a new idea.
See if you can discover one thing today. Ask, then listen.
2 · Watch
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Where it sits
Where this leads
Jobs that lean on this skill. Follow one to see everything it is built on.
8 questions wait behind this lesson, each with its answer explained. Every answer feeds the sky: stars light as they are learned, and dim when it is time to come back.