The Bears on Hemlock Mountain Reading Comprehension Questions
by Alice Dalgliesh
Book Summary
The Bears on Hemlock Mountain tells the story of a young boy named Jonathan who must cross Hemlock Mountain to borrow a large iron pot from his Aunt Emma. Despite being told repeatedly that there are no bears on Hemlock Mountain, Jonathan encounters several bears on his return journey and must use his quick thinking and bravery to get home safely.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Bears on Hemlock Mountain.
1.What did Jonathan's mother need him to get from Aunt Emma?
2.Where did Jonathan have to go to borrow the pot?
3.What did Jonathan do when he saw the bears on his way home?
4.Why did Jonathan start to feel uneasy on his way back down the mountain?
5.Why do you think the people kept telling Jonathan, "There are no bears on Hemlock Mountain!"?
6.How did Jonathan most likely feel when he finally saw the light from his own house after escaping the bears?
7.What lesson does Jonathan learn about facing his fears by the end of the story?
8.What is one main idea the story teaches about listening to what others say?
9.How did Jonathan's feelings about Hemlock Mountain change from the beginning of his journey to the end?
10.In the story, what does the word "journey" mean when Jonathan had a long journey ahead of him?
11.What does "scampered" mean when Jonathan scampered down the mountain?
12.What does "clatter" mean in the sentence, "He heard a heavy clatter of paws and a sniffle"?
13.If you were Jonathan, would you have been brave enough to go over Hemlock Mountain alone to get the pot? Why or why not?
14.What is something you learned from Jonathan's adventure that could help you if you ever feel scared or face a big challenge?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from The Bears on Hemlock Mountain to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Bears on Hemlock Mountain with children.
What was your favorite part of The Bears on Hemlock Mountain? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Bears on Hemlock Mountain, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Bears on Hemlock Mountain make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Bears on Hemlock Mountain to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Alice Dalgliesh wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The Bears on Hemlock Mountain?
The Bears on Hemlock Mountain by Alice Dalgliesh is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 3.2. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The Bears on Hemlock Mountain?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Bears on Hemlock Mountain, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The Bears on Hemlock Mountain 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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