Author: Muhammad Matloob

In this blog post, you will learn how to use WH questions like who, what, where, when, why, and how with the help of a worksheet and free PDF. These exercises help you understand how to ask and answer questions correctly in English. Practicing WH questions improves speaking, reading, writing, and listening skills. Our aim is to help you master these question forms step by step. Keep reading and strengthen your English communication skills today.

What Are WH Questions?

WH questions are questions that start with a question word beginning with “wh” or “how.” They are used to get specific information instead of just a “yes” or “no” answer.

Common WH Question Words

Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with the correct WH question word (who, what, where, when, why, which, whose, how).

1. _______ is your teacher’s name?
2. _______ are you from?
3. _______ made this delicious cake?
4. _______ time does the train leave?
5. _______ is sitting next to you?
6. _______ colour do you like most?
7. _______ are you so tired today?
8. _______ bag is lying on the chair?
9. _______ helps you with homework?
10. _______ do you open this box?
11. _______ subject do you find easy?
12. _______ is knocking at the door?
13. _______ is your best friend?
14. _______ are you going on holiday?
15. _______ car is parked in front of the gate?
16. _______ language do they speak in Spain?
17. _______ are you standing outside?
18. _______ is your favourite singer?
19. _______ do you usually wake up in the morning?
20. _______ can I help you today?

Choose the Correct Answer

Tick (✓) the correct option for each question.

1. _______ is the capital city of Italy?
   a) What
   b) Where
   c) Which
2. _______ teaches you English at school?
   a) Who
   b) Whose
   c) What
3. _______ book do you want to read, this one or that one?
   a) Which
   b) What
   c) Who
4. _______ are you wearing a coat?
   a) Why
   b) How
   c) What
5. _______ is sitting on the sofa?
   a) What
   b) Who
   c) When
6. _______ can I go to the library?
   a) How
   b) Where
   c) When
7. _______ is the name of your school?
   a) Who
   b) What
   c) Which
8. _______ helps you with your studies?
   a) Who
   b) How
   c) Why
9. _______ are my shoes – blue or brown?
   a) Which
   b) Whose
   c) What
10. _______ time do you get up every day?
    a) When
    b) How
    c) What
11. _______ are you late for class?
    a) Why
    b) Who
    c) Which
12. _______ is calling you on the phone?
    a) What
    b) Who
    c) Where
13. _______ is the nearest bus stop?
    a) How
    b) What
    c) Where
14. _______ are your parents at the moment?
    a) Where
    b) Who
    c) What
15. _______ made this project so creative?
    a) Whose
    b) Who
    c) Which
16. _______ bag is this – yours or mine?
    a) What
    b) Whose
    c) How
17. _______ are you going to finish your work?
    a) When
    b) What
    c) Where
18. _______ much water do you drink daily?
    a) What
    b) How
    c) How much
19. _______ subject do you find most interesting?
    a) Which
    b) What
    c) Who
20. _______ is making noise in the kitchen?
    a) Where
    b) Who
    c) What

Rewrite or Identify

Rewrite each sentence as a WH question based on the answer given.

1. She is reading a newspaper. → (Ask about what)
2. They live in Paris. → (Ask about place)
3. He went home because he was sick. → (Ask about reason)
4. The shop opens at 9 o’clock. → (Ask about time)
5. This bag belongs to Sara. → (Ask about ownership)
6. I travel to work by train. → (Ask about method)
7. We are studying English. → (Ask about what)
8. John is standing near the door. → (Ask about who)
9. She likes the blue dress more. → (Ask about choice)
10. The children are playing in the park. → (Ask about where)
11. They will go to Spain in summer. → (Ask about when)
12. My brother repaired the computer. → (Ask about who)
13. The teacher is angry because we were late. → (Ask about reason)
14. This pen belongs to Ahmed. → (Ask about whose)
15. She bought two apples. → (Ask about what)
16. I saw her at the library. → (Ask about where)
17. The meeting starts at 10:30 a.m. → (Ask about time)
18. He is talking to his cousin. → (Ask about who)
19. We are going to London tomorrow. → (Ask about where)
20. They came by car. → (Ask about how)

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