Hollow City: The Graphic Novel Reading Comprehension Questions
by Ransom Riggs
Book Summary
Continuing their adventure, Jacob Portman and the peculiar children, with Miss Peregrine trapped in bird form, flee their destroyed home. They journey to war-torn London, seeking help from other peculiars to cure Miss Peregrine and escape the relentless pursuit of Wights and Hollowgasts, facing new dangers and discovering more about their extraordinary world.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 19 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Hollow City: The Graphic Novel.
1.What form is Miss Peregrine stuck in at the beginning of 'Hollow City'?
2.Where do Jacob and the peculiar children decide to travel after fleeing Cairnholm Island?
3.Why do the children initially trust Addison MacHenry, the talking dog?
4.What does Jacob's unique ability to see Hollowgasts suggest about his importance to the group's survival?
5.Why is it so important for the peculiar children to find an ymbryne?
6.What can readers infer about the nature of the Wights based on their disguise in the peculiar menagerie?
7.What central theme is highlighted by the children's continuous journey and their refusal to give up on Miss Peregrine?
8.How does the story demonstrate the theme that appearances can be deceiving?
9.A significant theme in the story is the burden of responsibility. How does Jacob's character embody this theme?
10.Compare Jacob's feelings about his peculiar ability at the beginning of the first book to his feelings at the end of 'Hollow City'.
11.How does the setting of war-torn London contribute to the overall mood and challenges faced by the peculiar children?
12.Analyze how the peculiar children's teamwork and individual abilities are crucial for their survival and escape from the Wights' trap.
13.What does the word 'desolate' mean in the context of London's streets?
14.In the story, what is a 'menagerie'?
15.What does it mean if a journey is described as 'perilous'?
16.When the children show 'resilience' in their quest, what does that mean they are doing?
17.If you were one of the peculiar children, facing the dangers of war-torn London and the Wights, what peculiar ability do you think would be most helpful to have, and why?
18.The children face many betrayals and setbacks. How do you think these experiences change their understanding of trust and who they can rely on?
19.What lessons about friendship and loyalty can be learned from the way the peculiar children stick together and protect each other throughout their perilous journey?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Hollow City: The Graphic Novel to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Hollow City: The Graphic Novel with children.
What was your favorite part of Hollow City: The Graphic Novel? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Hollow City: The Graphic Novel, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Hollow City: The Graphic Novel make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Hollow City: The Graphic Novel to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Ransom Riggs wanted young readers to learn from this story?
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Hollow City: The Graphic Novel?
Hollow City: The Graphic Novel by Ransom Riggs is recommended for grades 3-5 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 Hollow City: The Graphic Novel?
ReadBuddy provides 19 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Hollow City: The Graphic Novel, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Hollow City: The 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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