The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack) Reading Comprehension Questions
by C. S. Lewis
Book Summary
During World War II, four Pevensie children—Peter, Susan, Edmund, and Lucy—are evacuated from London to the countryside. While exploring their new home, Lucy discovers a magical wardrobe that leads to the enchanted land of Narnia, a place held in eternal winter by the evil White Witch. Edmund soon follows Lucy into Narnia and is swayed by the Witch's promise of power and endless Turkish Delight, leading him to betray his siblings. The children eventually unite with Aslan, the noble lion and true king of Narnia, and his loyal followers. Aslan sacrifices himself to save Edmund from the White Witch's Deep Magic, but is miraculously resurrected by a Deeper Magic. Together, Aslan, the children, and the Narnian army defeat the White Witch in a great battle, bringing spring and joy back to Narnia. The Pevensie children are crowned Kings and Queens of Narnia, ruling justly for many years before stumbling back through the wardrobe to their own world, where no time has passed.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 7 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack).
1.What does Lucy first discover when she enters Narnia through the wardrobe?
2.What does the White Witch offer Edmund to gain his loyalty?
3.Who guides the Pevensie children to meet Aslan?
4.What happens to Aslan at the Stone Table?
5.How is Aslan able to return to life after his sacrifice?
6.What do the Pevensie children become after the White Witch is defeated?
7.What happens when the children return to Professor Kirke's house through the wardrobe?
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack) with children.
What was your favorite part of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack)? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack), who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack) make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack) 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 (rack)?
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack) by C. S. Lewis is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 5.7. 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 (rack)?
ReadBuddy provides 7 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (rack), 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 (rack) 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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