Double Fudge Reading Comprehension Questions
by Judy Blume
Part of the Fudge series · Book 5 of 5
Book Summary
Peter Hatcher's younger brother, Fudge, develops a new obsession: money. He begins printing his own currency called 'Fudge Bucks' and tries to use them to buy things, leading to many comical and frustrating situations for Peter and the rest of the Hatcher family. Fudge also becomes fascinated with the idea of being rich and famous, and even announces his intention to marry his cousin, Sheila Tubman. The family takes a trip to Washington D.C., where Fudge's antics continue to cause chaos and embarrassment for Peter. Throughout the story, Peter, now a teenager, navigates the challenges of having a quirky younger brother, learning to deal with Fudge's unique personality and sometimes even finding a strange affection for him, while the family tries to teach Fudge about the real value of money.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Double Fudge.
1.What did Fudge start making that looked like money?
2.Where did the Hatcher family go on a trip?
3.Who did Fudge say he wanted to marry?
4.Why do you think Peter often felt embarrassed by Fudge's actions?
5.What can you infer about Fudge's understanding of money at the beginning of the story?
6.Why did Fudge's parents try to explain real money to him?
7.What is one important lesson the Hatcher family tries to teach Fudge about money?
8.What does the story show about the relationship between brothers like Peter and Fudge?
9.How can you tell that Peter, even though he gets annoyed, still cares about Fudge?
10.In the sentence, 'Fudge's *obsession* with money was driving Peter crazy,' what does the word 'obsession' mean?
11.Peter was *mortified* when Fudge tried to sell his autograph. How was Peter most likely feeling?
12.Fudge was very *persistent* about wanting to marry his cousin Sheila. What does 'persistent' mean in this sentence?
13.If you had a younger sibling like Fudge, what would be the funniest or most annoying thing they could do?
14.Why do you think it's important to understand the difference between real money and play money?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Double Fudge to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Double Fudge with children.
What was your favorite part of Double Fudge? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Double Fudge, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Double Fudge make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Double Fudge to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Judy Blume wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Double Fudge?
Double Fudge by Judy Blume is recommended for grades 1-3 readers with an AR level of 3.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Double Fudge?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Double Fudge, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Double Fudge 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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