A New Way to Ask Google Questions

Have you ever used a computer or a tablet to look something up? Maybe you wanted to know what baby penguins are called or how to draw a star. Many people use a website called Google to find answers. It is like a giant library on the computer.

Not long ago, in the year 2024, Google started using something very smart called AI. AI is like a computer brain that can learn and help. At first, this new helper made some funny mistakes, like giving a silly answer about pizza! But the people at Google kept working to make it better.

Now, in the year 2026, Google has a new update. This means they made their website even better. If you use Google on a phone, you can now have a conversation with it, just like talking to a friend! When you ask a question, the AI helper gives you a short answer. Then, you can ask another question right away to learn more. You don’t have to type your first question all over again. The computer remembers what you were talking about!

This makes finding information easier and faster. Instead of clicking on many different websites, you can just keep asking your questions in one place. The people who make Google hope it feels natural, like a helpful chat. They want everyone to be able to “ask Google anything” and find what they need.

Some people who write for websites are a little worried. They wonder if fewer people will visit their pages to read their stories and facts. Google says they are now sending people to better websites that are just right for their questions.

This change shows how computers are always learning new tricks to help us find information in a friendly way.

Vocabulary Words

Update: A change that makes something newer or better.
Conversation: Talking back and forth with someone.
Information: Facts or details about something.
Website: A place on the internet where you can find pictures, words, and videos.
Natural: Normal and easy, like something you do every day.

Comprehension Questions

What is the name of the website many people use to find answers on a computer?
A) Facebook
B) Google
C) YouTube
D) Amazon
What does AI act like, according to the story?
A) A television
B) A computer brain
C) A video game
D) A radio
When did Google make this new update so you can ask follow-up questions on phones?
A) In the year 2000
B) In the year 2024
C) In the year 2026
D) Last week
The new update lets you have a what with Google on your phone?
A) A song
B) A game
C) A conversation
D) A drawing
Some people who write for websites are worried about what?
A) That Google will forget how to search.
B) That fewer people might visit their pages.
C) That phones will stop working.
D) That AI doesn’t like pizza.