Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10) Reading Comprehension Questions
by Jeff Kinney
Book Summary
Greg Heffley's town decides to go "old school" by unplugging from electronics, much to Greg's dismay. His mom sends him to Hardscrabble Farms, a rustic wilderness camp, where he struggles with chores, lack of modern amenities, and the legend of Silas Scratch. Meanwhile, his Grandpa moves in, adding to the chaos at home. Greg tries to survive camp life and avoid work, learning (or not learning) lessons about self-reliance and life without technology.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10).
1.What did Greg's mom want the town to do for a weekend?
2.Who moved into Greg's house before he went to camp?
3.What was the name of the wilderness camp Greg had to attend?
4.Why do you think Greg's mom wanted him to go to Hardscrabble Farms?
5.How did Greg likely feel about the idea of the town going 'unplugged'?
6.What clues made Greg and the other campers believe Silas Scratch was real?
7.What lesson might Greg's mom hope he learns by going to Hardscrabble Farms?
8.What is one big difference between 'old school' life and modern life that the book shows?
9.How did Greg's attitude towards chores at camp compare to his attitude towards chores at home?
10.What does the word 'petition' mean in the story?
11.If Hardscrabble Farms was described as 'rustic,' what does that tell you about the camp?
12.What does it mean if the showers at camp were 'communal'?
13.If your town decided to go 'unplugged' for a weekend, what would be the hardest thing for you to give up?
14.Do you think going to a camp like Hardscrabble Farms would be a good experience for kids today? Why or why not?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10) to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10) with children.
What was your favorite part of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10)? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10), who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10) make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10) to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Jeff Kinney wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10)?
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10) by Jeff Kinney is recommended for grades 1-3 readers with an AR level of 5.2. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10)?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10), covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Old School (Book 10) for reading practice?
Read the book together or independently, then use ReadBuddy's comprehension questions to check understanding. Focus on vocabulary words, discuss character motivations, and encourage your child to make connections to their own experiences.
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