The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Reading Comprehension Questions
by C. S. Lewis
Part of the The Chronicles of Narnia series · Book 1 of 7
Book Summary
During World War II, four siblings, Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy Pevensie, are sent to live in the countryside. While exploring their new home, Lucy discovers a magical wardrobe that leads to the snowy land of Narnia. Narnia is under the spell of the evil White Witch, who has made it "always winter and never Christmas." Lucy and her siblings get drawn into the fight to free Narnia with the help of talking animals, mythical creatures, and the true king, Aslan the Lion. Edmund initially betrays his siblings to the Witch but later realizes his mistake. Aslan makes the ultimate sacrifice to save Edmund, but then returns to lead the Narnians and the children in a battle against the Witch. The children eventually become kings and queens of Narnia, ruling for many years before returning to their own world, still children.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe.
1.What did Lucy first find inside the magical wardrobe?
2.Who did Edmund meet first when he went into Narnia by himself?
3.What did the White Witch turn creatures into if they displeased her?
4.Why do you think Edmund kept his meeting with the White Witch a secret at first?
5.Why was it important for the children to meet Aslan?
6.How do you think Mr. Tumnus felt when Lucy first met him, and why?
7.What lesson does Edmund learn about trusting strangers who offer tempting things?
8.What does Aslan's sacrifice teach us about love and bravery?
9.How did Peter change from the beginning of the story to when he became King Peter?
10.What does the word "wardrobe" mean in the story?
11.When the White Witch talks about Edmund committing "treason," what does she mean?
12.What does Aslan's "sacrifice" mean when he gives himself up at the Stone Table?
13.If you found a magical world like Narnia through a wardrobe, what would be the first thing you would do?
14.How would you feel if your brother or sister betrayed you like Edmund betrayed his siblings, and what would you do?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe with children.
What was your favorite part of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think C. S. Lewis wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe?
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C. S. Lewis is recommended for grades 1-3 readers with an AR level of 5.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 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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