Miles Morales Reading Comprehension Questions
by Jason Reynolds
Part of the Miles Morales series · Book 1 of 2
Book Summary
Miles Morales is a teenager balancing his life as a student at Brooklyn Visions Academy with his secret identity as Spider-Man. He's dealing with typical high school challenges like crushes, friendships, and difficult teachers, all while experiencing strange visions and hearing a persistent, nagging phrase: 'With great power comes great responsibility.' As he navigates a new crush on a girl named Alicia and struggles with his history class, Miles uncovers a sinister plot involving his history teacher, Mr. Chamberlain, and a powerful, mind-controlling force connected to the school's past and the exploitation of the local community. Miles must use his unique abilities and his intellect to expose the truth, protect his friends, and uphold justice for his neighborhood.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 19 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Miles Morales.
1.What is the name of the school Miles Morales attends?
2.Who is Miles's best friend and only confidant for his Spider-Man identity?
3.Why does Miles initially find the phrase 'With great power comes great responsibility' annoying?
4.What does Miles's growing suspicion of Mr. Chamberlain suggest about Miles's character?
5.How does Miles's decision to confide in Ganke about his suspicions contribute to the plot?
6.What can readers infer about the nature of 'The Warden' based on its description?
7.What is a central theme explored through Miles's journey in understanding 'With great power comes great responsibility'?
8.How does the theme of 'history' play a significant role in the story?
9.What lesson does Miles learn about the nature of justice by the end of the story?
10.How does Miles's character evolve from the beginning to the end of the story?
11.Compare and contrast Mr. Chamberlain's view of 'rectifying historical wrongs' with Miles's understanding of justice.
12.What is the primary cause-and-effect relationship between Mr. Chamberlain's actions and the students' unusual behavior?
13.In the context of the story, what does the word 'burdensome' mean?
14.What is the best definition for 'confidant' as used when Ganke is described as Miles's only confidant?
15.When Miles notices a 'sinister' undertone in Mr. Chamberlain's lessons, what does 'sinister' imply?
16.What does Mr. Chamberlain mean when he claims he is 'rectifying historical wrongs'?
17.Miles learns that being Spider-Man isn't just about fighting villains, but also about 'advocating for justice.' What does 'advocating' mean in this context?
18.How do Miles's relationships with Ganke and Alicia change or deepen as a result of the events at Brooklyn Visions Academy?
19.If you were in Miles's position, facing a seemingly unfair teacher and strange occurrences, what would be your first step to investigate or seek help?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Miles Morales to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Miles Morales with children.
What was your favorite part of Miles Morales? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Miles Morales, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Miles Morales make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Miles Morales to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Jason Reynolds wanted young readers to learn from this story?
More in the Miles Morales Series
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What reading level is Miles Morales?
Miles Morales by Jason Reynolds 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 Miles Morales?
ReadBuddy provides 19 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Miles Morales, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Miles Morales 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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