The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) Reading Comprehension Questions
by C. S. Lewis
Book Summary
Two children, Digory and Polly, are tricked into using magic rings to explore other worlds. They accidentally awaken an evil queen named Jadis and bring her to London, then to a brand new world. There, they witness the great lion Aslan sing the magical land of Narnia into existence. Digory must go on a quest to protect Narnia and find a cure for his sick mother.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 9 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1).
1.Who tricks Polly into touching the yellow magic ring?
2.How does Digory awaken Queen Jadis in the ruined city of Charn?
3.What happens to the iron bar that Queen Jadis throws at Aslan during the creation of Narnia?
4.What kind of animal is Fledge originally before Aslan gives him wings?
5.Queen Jadis destroyed her world using the 'Deplorable Word'. Based on the story, what does 'deplorable' mean?
6.Uncle Andrew is described as being very 'conceited'. What does this mean about his personality?
7.How does Digory feel when he realizes his Uncle Andrew used Polly as a guinea pig for his magic rings?
8.Why is the Wood between the Worlds described as a place where 'nothing ever happens'?
9.Why does Digory refuse to listen to Jadis when she tempts him to take the Narnian apple directly to his sick mother?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) with children.
What was your favorite part of The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1)? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1), who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) 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 Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1)?
The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1) by C. S. Lewis is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 5.4. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1)?
ReadBuddy provides 9 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, Book 1), covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The Magician’s Nephew (The Chronicles of Narnia, 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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