I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5) Reading Comprehension Questions
by Lauren Tarshis
Book Summary
Ten-year-old Leo, an orphan newsboy in San Francisco, must survive the devastating 1906 earthquake and the massive fires that follow, all while dealing with local bullies and protecting a precious family heirloom.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 9 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5).
1.Who is the main character of the story?
2.What precious item did Fletch steal from Leo?
3.Where do Leo, Wilkie, and Morris finally find safety from the massive fires?
4.What does the word 'rubble' mean when Leo sees it in the streets?
5.What does it mean that the fire 'loomed' over the city?
6.What does the word 'cinders' mean in the context of the boys running through the streets?
7.Why did Leo go into the dangerous alley early in the morning before the earthquake?
8.Why did Wilkie's attitude toward Leo change after the earthquake?
9.What is the main lesson Leo learns by the end of his journey to Golden Gate Park?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5) to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5) with children.
What was your favorite part of I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5)? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5), who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5) make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5) to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Lauren Tarshis wanted young readers to learn from this story?
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5)?
I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5) by Lauren Tarshis is recommended for grades 2-4 readers with an AR level of 4.0. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5)?
ReadBuddy provides 9 carefully crafted comprehension questions for I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5), covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use I Survived the San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 (I Survived #5) 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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