Grade 4AR Level 4.3

Tangerine

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by Edward Bloor

10 curated questions

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Book Summary

Paul Fisher, a legally blind middle schooler, moves to Tangerine County, Florida, where he must navigate bizarre natural disasters, join a tough new soccer team, and uncover the dark, repressed truth about his cruel older brother, Erik, and the real reason behind his blindness.

Reading Comprehension Questions

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

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1Why does Paul Fisher wear thick goggles?

Comprehensioneasy

2What natural disaster destroys the portables at Lake Windsor Middle School?

Comprehensionmedium

3How did Mike Costello die during football practice?

Comprehensionhard

4What is a 'sinkhole' as described in the story?

Vocabularyeasy

5What does the term 'muck fire' refer to in Paul's new neighborhood?

Vocabularymedium

6Why do Paul's parents focus so heavily on the 'Erik Fisher Football Dream'?

Inferencemedium

7Why is Paul's memory of how he went blind significant to the theme of the story?

Inferencehard

8Why does Paul feel happier at Tangerine Middle School than at Lake Windsor?

Inferenceeasy

9Who physically struck Luis Cruz, leading to his death?

Comprehensionhard

10When Paul realizes the 'illusion' his parents created about his eyes, what does 'illusion' mean?

Vocabularyhard

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SinkholeMuck fireBlackjackIllusionOminous

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

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

3“How did Tangerine make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What reading level is Tangerine?

Tangerine by Edward Bloor is recommended for grades 3-5 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 Tangerine?

ReadBuddy provides 10 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Tangerine, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use Tangerine 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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