Guts: A Graphic Novel Reading Comprehension Questions
by Raina Telgemeier
Book Summary
Raina, a fourth-grader, starts experiencing stomach problems and a growing fear of vomiting, which leads to anxiety about school, food, and social situations. With the help of her family, friends, and a therapist, Dr. Chen, Raina learns to understand and cope with her anxiety, realizing that many people experience similar feelings.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Guts: A Graphic Novel.
1.What was Raina's main physical problem at the very beginning of the story?
2.Who did Raina's parents suggest she talk to about her worries and stomach problems?
3.What was one of the main things Dr. Chen taught Raina to do when she felt anxious?
4.Why did Raina start to feel worried about getting sick even when she wasn't physically ill?
5.How did Raina's feelings about eating lunch at school change throughout the story?
6.What can you infer about Michelle's feelings towards Raina when Raina was avoiding her or acting differently because of her worries?
7.What is an important lesson Raina learns about her anxiety by the end of the story?
8.What does the story teach us about talking about our feelings, especially when they are difficult?
9.How did Raina's relationship with her friends change after she started talking about her worries and feelings?
10.In the story, Raina felt a lot of "anxiety." What does "anxiety" mean in this sentence?
11.If Raina felt "nauseous," how was she feeling?
12.Dr. Chen taught Raina different ways to "cope" with her worries. What does it mean to "cope" with a problem?
13.Have you ever felt worried about something that wasn't happening yet, like Raina worried about getting sick? What did you do, or what could you do to feel better?
14.Why do you think it's important to be honest with your parents or a trusted adult when you're feeling scared or sick, like Raina eventually was?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Guts: A Graphic Novel to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Guts: A Graphic Novel with children.
What was your favorite part of Guts: A Graphic Novel? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Guts: A Graphic Novel, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Guts: A Graphic Novel make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Guts: A Graphic Novel to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Raina Telgemeier wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Guts: A Graphic Novel?
Guts: A Graphic Novel by Raina Telgemeier 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 Guts: A Graphic Novel?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Guts: A Graphic Novel, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Guts: A Graphic Novel 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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