Critical Thinking Questions Worksheet: Part 1 Test

Critical thinking lesson 6: Part 1 test: ask good questions · Set 108 · 40 questions

Thinking tip (Ask first, then think): Find the skill in the question: thinking habits, question words, open or closed, clear or unclear, or claim and reason. Use that lesson’s tip — how do you know; who / when / where / why / how; yes-no or not; what detail is missing; is there a real reason? Read every option before you choose.

1. 1.🛠️ Which word starts a question about the way to do something? (a) who (b) when (c) where (d) how
2. 2.🗣️ Which word often comes just before a reason? (a) but (b) or (c) maybe (d) because
3. 3.Which of these is what a critical thinker does? (a) hears only one side (b) believes every rumour (c) decides in a hurry (d) spots missing facts
4. 4.Which of these is a real reason? (a) because I said so (b) it is obvious (c) everyone knows it (d) the floor is slippery
5. 5.Which of these is what a critical thinker does? (a) never asks why (b) decides in a hurry (c) asks good questions (d) hears only one side
6. 6.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) the road is closed (b) it saves water (c) it is obvious (d) dark clouds are coming
7. 7.🧠 Critical thinker or not: someone who asks “How do you know?”? (a) not critical thinking (b) critical thinker
8. 8.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) never asks why (b) looks for reasons (c) changes mind with proof (d) spots missing facts
9. 9.🎒 Which is a good reason to pack your school bag at night? (a) my friend does it (b) bags like the dark (c) mornings are rushed (d) just because
10. 10.Which of these is found with a “how” question? (a) the person who called (b) the way to fold a boat (c) the time of the match (d) the shelf with atlases
11. 11.True or false: “the steps to tie a knot” is found with a “how” question. (a) True (b) False
12. 12.💡 Real reason or not: “because I said so”? (a) not a real reason (b) a real reason
13. 13.🔎 Which question does a critical thinker ask most? (a) “How do you know?” (b) “Is it lunch yet?” (c) “Who cares?” (d) “Why bother?”
14. 14.🧠 Careful or careless thinking? “Both answers sound good. Let me compare them.” (a) careful thinking (b) careless thinking
15. 15.True or false: “We should plant trees here because the playground has no shade.” is a claim with no reason. (a) False (b) True
16. 16.True or false: “the floor is slippery” is a real reason. (a) True (b) False
17. 17.🔓 Open or closed question? “Is the river dirty?” (a) a closed question (b) an open question
18. 18.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) because I said so (b) everyone knows it (c) the bus is full (d) trust me
19. 19.True or false: “compares the options” is not critical thinking. (a) True (b) False
20. 20.🛒 A poster says “The best bag in the world!” A critical thinker asks… (a) “Is it blue?” (b) “Where do I pay?” (c) “What makes it best?” (d) “Can I buy two?”
21. 21.True or false: “If it is on a website, it must be right.” shows careful thinking. (a) True (b) False
22. 22.🌳 Which question makes people think the most? (a) “Why do trees matter?” (b) “Do you see trees?” (c) “Is that a tree?” (d) “Are trees green?”
23. 23.True or false: “Mangoes are my favourite fruit because they are sweet and juicy.” is a claim with a reason. (a) True (b) False
24. 24.Which of these is an open question? (a) “Can ice melt?” (b) “How do plants drink?” (c) “Is this kite new?” (d) “Do cats purr?”
25. 25.🔓 What is an open question? (a) a trick question (b) it needs an explanation (c) a rude question (d) a yes/no question
26. 26.🔍 Does this question help clarify a task: “Which page, please?”? (a) helps clarify (b) does not clarify
27. 27.True or false: “listens to both sides” is not critical thinking. (a) True (b) False
28. 28.🧠 Careful or careless thinking? “If it is on a website, it must be right.” (a) careful thinking (b) careless thinking
29. 29.🧠 Critical thinker or not: someone who believes every rumour? (a) critical thinker (b) not critical thinking
30. 30.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) “Who cares, anyway?” (b) “Why is this so dull?” (c) “Can you show me one?” (d) “Can I go home now?”
31. 31.True or false: “spots missing facts” is not critical thinking. (a) True (b) False
32. 32.True or false: “because I said so” is not a real reason. (a) True (b) False
33. 33.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) “Do cats purr?” (b) “Why is the sea salty?” (c) “Are you ten?” (d) “Can ice melt?”
34. 34.True or false: “the time of the match” is found with a “where” question. (a) True (b) False
35. 35.💡 A claim with a reason, or with no reason? “We need more dustbins. Everyone knows that.” (a) a claim with a reason (b) a claim with no reason
36. 36.Which of these is a closed question? (a) “Why do leaves fall?” (b) “How do plants drink?” (c) “Is the sky blue?” (d) “How are kites made?”
37. 37.🏫 The notice says, “Bring the form soon.” What detail is missing? (a) the exact date (b) the colour of ink (c) the school name (d) your best friend
38. 38.True or false: “thinks before deciding” is what a critical thinker does. (a) False (b) True
39. 39.Which of these is what a critical thinker does? (a) checks the facts first (b) believes every rumour (c) never asks why (d) hears only one side
40. 40.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) the bus is full (b) the road is closed (c) the test is tomorrow (d) everyone knows it

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