Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer Reading Comprehension Questions
by Sally Warner
Part of the EllRay Jakes series · Book 3 of 3
Book Summary
Ellray Jakes, a third grader, is tired of being picked on by the class bully, Jared Matthews. Inspired by his dad's advice to be a 'dragon slayer,' Ellray tries different ways to deal with Jared, learning that true bravery means standing up for himself and finding inner strength without fighting.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer.
1.What was the main problem Ellray had at the beginning of the story?
2.What advice did Ellray's dad give him about dealing with Jared?
3.What was one of the first things Ellray tried to do to stop Jared after talking to his dad?
4.Why do you think Jared Matthews kept bothering Ellray?
5.How did Ellray's dad probably feel when Ellray told him about Jared?
6.What do you think might happen if Ellray had never tried to stand up for himself?
7.What lesson does Ellray learn about true bravery in the story?
8.What is the main message the author wants readers to learn about dealing with bullies?
9.How can you tell that Ellray changed from the beginning of the story to the end?
10.In the story, Ellray felt 'annoyed' by Jared. What does 'annoyed' mean?
11.Ellray's dad's idea made him feel 'intrigued.' What does it mean to be 'intrigued'?
12.Ellray tried different 'strategies' to deal with Jared. What are 'strategies'?
13.If you were Ellray, what would you do if someone was bothering you like Jared bothered him?
14.Ellray's dad told him to be a 'dragon slayer.' What does 'slaying a dragon' mean in your own life?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer with children.
What was your favorite part of Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Sally Warner wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer?
Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer by Sally Warner is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 3.2. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Ellray Jakes the Dragon Slayer 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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