The Contest (Everest, Book 1) Reading Comprehension Questions
by Gordon Korman
Book Summary
Six diverse teenagers are chosen for a reality TV show competition to be the youngest person to summit Mount Everest. This book introduces them, their quirky guide, and the start of their rigorous training in Nepal, highlighting their individual strengths, weaknesses, and the beginning of their rivalries and friendships.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Contest (Everest, Book 1).
1.What is the name of the reality TV show the teenagers are on?
2.Who is Rolf in the story?
3.What is one danger Rolf tells the teens about when climbing Mount Everest?
4.Why do you think Peak might be different from the other climbers?
5.How do you think the teens feel when Rolf tells them about the real dangers of Mount Everest?
6.What might happen if a teenager does not do well in the initial training challenges?
7.What is one main idea the story teaches about climbing Mount Everest?
8.What does the story show about working with others in a competition like this?
9.How can you tell that the competition to climb Everest is serious for the teenagers?
10.What does the word 'summit' mean in the story?
11.What does 'rigorous' mean when describing the training exercises?
12.What does it mean that Rolf is an 'eccentric' guide?
13.If you were chosen for a reality TV show competition like 'Everest,' what would you be most excited about and what would you be most scared about?
14.Do you think it's fair to have a competition to climb Mount Everest, or should it be a journey everyone helps each other with? Why or why not?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from The Contest (Everest, Book 1) to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Contest (Everest, Book 1) with children.
What was your favorite part of The Contest (Everest, Book 1)? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Contest (Everest, Book 1), who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Contest (Everest, Book 1) make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Contest (Everest, Book 1) to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Gordon Korman wanted young readers to learn from this story?
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The Contest (Everest, Book 1)?
The Contest (Everest, Book 1) by Gordon Korman is recommended for grades 2-4 readers with an AR level of 4.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The Contest (Everest, Book 1)?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Contest (Everest, Book 1), covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The Contest (Everest, Book 1) 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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