Story Comprehension Questions

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Read the sentence: 'The fluffy cat cautiously stalked the toy mouse, its tail twitching with anticipation.' What does 'anticipation' mean in this sentence?

  • Fear
  • Sadness
  • Anger
  • Excitement or expectation (correct)

Read the sentence: 'Despite the pouring rain, the children continued their game with unyielding enthusiasm.' What does 'unyielding' suggest about the children's enthusiasm?

  • It continued to increase.
  • It was easily diminished by the rain.
  • It made them tired.
  • It was not affected by the rain. (correct)

Read the following sentences: 'The old house stood on the hill, its windows like dark eyes staring out at the world. A chilling wind whispered through the trees.' What atmosphere or mood is created in these sentences?

  • Exciting and adventurous
  • Mysterious and slightly scary (correct)
  • Calm and peaceful
  • Cheerful and bright

Read the sentence below. 'The mischievous monkey deftly snatched the banana from the vendor's stand, leaving the crowd in laughter.' What does the word 'deftly' suggest about how the monkey snatched the banana?

<p>Skillfully and quickly (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Read the sentence: 'As the sun dipped below the horizon, the sky transformed into a vibrant canvas of orange, pink, and purple.' What is the meaning of 'transformed' in the sentence?

<p>Changed dramatically (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Read the following sentences: 'The little girl clutched her teddy bear tightly as the thunderstorm raged outside. She burrowed under her covers, her eyes wide with fear.' What can you infer about how the little girl feels?

<p>She is frightened by the storm. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Read the sentence: 'The diligent student meticulously reviewed her notes before the important exam.' What does 'meticulously' suggest about how the student reviewed her notes?

<p>Thoroughly and carefully (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Read the sentences: 'The old lighthouse stood tall against the crashing waves. Its beam of light swept across the dark sea, guiding ships safely into the harbor.' What is the main purpose of the lighthouse?

<p>To warn ships of danger and guide them (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Read the sentence: 'Even though he was nervous, the young performer confidently strode onto the stage, ready to begin.' What does 'strode' mean in this sentence?

<p>Walked purposefully (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Read the following sentences: 'The ancient forest was a place of mystery and wonder. Sunlight filtered through the thick canopy, creating dappled patterns on the forest floor. Strange calls of unseen creatures echoed in the distance.' What is the 'canopy' referring to?

<p>The uppermost layer of the forest, formed by the crowns of the trees (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Flashcards

Main Characters

Who are the main characters in the story?

Setting

Where does the story take place?

Main Problem

What is the main problem in the story?

Solution

How do the characters solve the problem?

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Moral of the story

What is the author trying to teach you?

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Sequence of Events

What happened first, next, and last?

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Character's feelings

How does the main character feel?

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Unfamiliar words

Were there any words you didn't understand?

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Summarization

Give a summary or key points of the story.

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Study Notes

  • What is the main idea of the story?
  • Who are the main characters in the story?
  • Where does the story take place?
  • When does the story take place?
  • What problem does the main character face?
  • How does the main character solve the problem?
  • What is your favorite part of the story?
  • Who is your favorite character in the story?
  • Why is this your favorite character?
  • Who is the least likeable character in the story?
  • Why is this the least likeable character in the story?
  • What did you learn from the story?
  • What is the moral of the story?
  • How does this story make you feel?
  • What other title could you give this story?
  • What is another way you could end this story?
  • Who is telling the story?
  • How do you know who is telling the story?
  • Can the events in the story happen in real life?
  • If you could ask one of the characters a question, who would you ask?
  • What question would you ask them?
  • How does the setting influence the story?
  • What is the author trying to tell us in this story?
  • What are some of the themes in this story?
  • What does this story remind you of?
  • What inferences can you draw from the text?
  • What words or phrases does the author use to create a specific mood or feeling?
  • Can you identify any examples of figurative language in the story?
  • How do the illustrations or images in the text contribute to your understanding of the story?
  • If you were to adapt this story into a play, what scenes would you include?

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