Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold) Reading Comprehension Questions
by Rodman Philbrick
Book Summary
A large, learning-disabled boy named Max and a small, highly intelligent boy with a physical disability named Kevin become unlikely friends. Together, they form 'Freak the Mighty', combining Max's physical strength and Kevin's brainpower to face bullies, go on imaginary quests, and ultimately survive a kidnapping by Max's murderous father.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 9 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold).
1.Who does Max live with in the basement he calls the 'down under'?
2.How do Max and Kevin escape from Tony D. and his gang after the Fourth of July fireworks?
3.Kevin plays with a mechanical bird that gets stuck in a tree. What is the vocabulary word he uses for this toy?
4.Kevin tells Max that 'Freak the Mighty' is their 'sobriquet.' What does the word 'sobriquet' mean in this context?
5.Why does Kevin tell Max that he is going to get a bionic body at the Medical Research building?
6.Why does Max's grandfather, Grim, suddenly want to buy a gun before Christmas?
7.How does Kevin rescue Max from Killer Kane in the abandoned building?
8.Why does Kevin give Max a blank book while in the hospital?
9.Kevin says that television is the 'opiate of the massives.' Based on the story, what does 'opiate' mean?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold) to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold) with children.
What was your favorite part of Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold)? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold), who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold) make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold) to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Rodman Philbrick wanted young readers to learn from this story?
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold)?
Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold) by Rodman Philbrick is recommended for grades 3-5 readers with an AR level of 5.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold)?
ReadBuddy provides 9 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold), covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Freak the Mighty (Scholastic Gold) 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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