Grade 4AR Level 4.3

Lu Jason Reynolds

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Reading Comprehension Questions

by Unknown

Part of the Track series · Book 4 of 4

9 curated questions

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Book Summary

In the fourth book of the Track series, Lu, the co-captain of the Defenders, must learn to run the hurdles. As he faces his fear of falling on the track, he also navigates huge changes at home, including his mother's unexpected pregnancy and a shocking revelation about his father's past connection to Coach.

Reading Comprehension Questions

9 curated questions across multiple comprehension levels. Use after your child finishes the book.

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1What new track event does Coach Otis assign Lu to run?

Comprehensioneasy

2What surprising news do Lu's parents share with him?

Comprehensionmedium

3How did Lu's father, Goose, end up with Coach Otis's Olympic gold medal?

Comprehensionhard

4What does the word 'co-captain' mean when describing Lu's role on the Defenders?

Vocabularyeasy

5In the story, Lu has to overcome 'hurdles'. What is a hurdle in track and field?

Vocabularymedium

6Lu's dad seeks 'redemption' by returning the medal. What does redemption mean in this context?

Vocabularyhard

7Why is Lu so afraid of running the hurdles at the beginning of the season?

Inferenceeasy

8Why does Coach Otis forgive Lu's father for having his stolen medal?

Inferencemedium

9How does the track event of 'hurdles' symbolize what Lu and his family are going through?

Inferencehard

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AlbinoHurdleCo-captainRedemptionPerseveranceAmends

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1“What was your favorite part of Lu Jason Reynolds? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from Lu Jason Reynolds, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did Lu Jason Reynolds make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend Lu Jason Reynolds to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

5“What lesson or message do you think the author wanted young readers to learn from this story?”

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What reading level is Lu Jason Reynolds?

Lu Jason Reynolds by Unknown is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 4.3. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.

What are good comprehension questions for Lu Jason Reynolds?

ReadBuddy provides 9 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Lu Jason Reynolds, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use Lu Jason Reynolds 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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