The Egypt Game Reading Comprehension Questions
by Zilpha Keatley Snyder
Book Summary
The Egypt Game tells the story of a group of children who create an elaborate imaginary game about ancient Egypt in a deserted backyard. Led by April Hall and Melanie Ross, they build a 'temple,' invent ceremonies, and explore their imaginations. Other children, including Melanie's little brother Marshall, Toby, Ken, and Elizabeth, eventually join the game. As their game becomes more complex, a real-life mystery unfolds in their neighborhood, making them wonder about the old man who owns the antique shop and watches them. In the end, the children learn about friendship, imagination, and the truth behind the mysterious 'Prophet' who turns out to be a kind professor.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Egypt Game.
1.Who did April Hall come to live with when she first arrived?
2.What did Marshall Ross always carry with him?
3.What did the children call the old man who owned the antique shop?
4.Why do you think April pretended to be so grown-up and sophisticated when she first arrived?
5.How did the children feel about the 'Prophet' at first, before they knew the truth?
6.What made the children decide the deserted backyard was a perfect place for their game?
7.What is one important lesson the children learn about friendship by playing the Egypt Game?
8.How did the Egypt Game help April and Melanie when they felt lonely?
9.How did the children's understanding of the 'Prophet' change from the beginning to the end of the story?
10.What does the word 'sophisticated' mean when April tries to act that way?
11.In the story, the children made 'sacred' ceremonies. What does 'sacred' mean?
12.What are 'hieroglyphics' as used in the story?
13.If you were April or Melanie, what kind of imaginary game would you create in a secret backyard?
14.Why do you think it's important for friends to use their imaginations together, like the children did in the Egypt Game?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from The Egypt Game to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Egypt Game with children.
What was your favorite part of The Egypt Game? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Egypt Game, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Egypt Game make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Egypt Game to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Zilpha Keatley Snyder wanted young readers to learn from this story?
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The Egypt Game?
The Egypt Game by Zilpha Keatley Snyder is recommended for grades 2-4 readers with an AR level of 4.9. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The Egypt Game?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Egypt Game, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The Egypt Game 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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