One for the Murphys Reading Comprehension Questions
by Lynda Mullaly Hunt
Book Summary
Carley Connors, a tough and guarded foster child, is placed with the warm and loving Murphy family. She struggles to trust and accept their kindness, having come from a difficult past. As she slowly bonds with the Murphys and finds a sense of belonging, she must confront her hopes of returning to her biological mother and ultimately decide where her true home lies.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about One for the Murphys.
1.Who did Carley go to live with at the beginning of the story?
2.What did Carley learn to do with Mr. Murphy's help?
3.Which of the Murphy boys was the youngest and very sweet?
4.Why do you think Carley acted grumpy and kept her feelings hidden when she first arrived at the Murphys' home?
5.How did Carley's feelings about the Murphys change after her mom's visit?
6.What can you guess about Mrs. Murphy based on how she treated Carley?
7.What is one important lesson Carley learns in this story?
8.What does the story teach us about being brave?
9.How can you tell that Carley changed from the beginning of the story to the end?
10.In the story, Carley was very "guarded." What does it mean to be guarded?
11.What does it mean to "adjust" to a new situation, like Carley had to do?
12.When Mrs. Murphy showed "unwavering" love, what does that tell us about her love?
13.If you were Carley, how would you feel when your mom visited and it didn't go as you hoped? What would you do?
14.What does "family" mean to you? How is the Murphy family a good example of what family can be?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from One for the Murphys to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading One for the Murphys with children.
What was your favorite part of One for the Murphys? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from One for the Murphys, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did One for the Murphys make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend One for the Murphys to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Lynda Mullaly Hunt wanted young readers to learn from this story?
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is One for the Murphys?
One for the Murphys by Lynda Mullaly Hunt is recommended for grades 2-4 readers with an AR level of 4.8. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for One for the Murphys?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for One for the Murphys, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use One for the Murphys 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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