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The Maze Runner

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by James Dashner

Part of the The Maze Runner series · Book 1 of 3

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Book Summary

A young boy named Thomas wakes up in a mysterious place called the Glade, surrounded by a giant, ever-changing Maze. He has no memory of his past, only his name. Along with other teenage boys, he must navigate the dangers of the Maze, fight monstrous creatures called Grievers, and uncover the dark secrets of why they are trapped there and how to escape.

Reading Comprehension Questions

19 curated questions across multiple comprehension levels. Use after your child finishes the book.

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1What is the name of the large, open area where Thomas first arrives, surrounded by enormous stone walls?

Comprehensioneasy

2What significant event happens shortly after Teresa arrives in the Glade, leading to Thomas breaking a major rule?

Comprehensioneasy

3Why do you think Thomas felt a strong, unexplained urge to become a Runner, even before he fully understood the dangers of the Maze?

Inferencemedium

4When Thomas, Minho, and Alby survive the night in the Maze, why is their survival considered 'unprecedented' by the other Gladers?

Inferencemedium

5What can you infer about the organization WICKED based on Ava Paige's explanation at the end of the book?

Inferencehard

6Why did Thomas feel a profound sense of betrayal when Ava Paige explained the purpose of the Maze?

Inferencehard

7What central theme is highlighted by Thomas's decision to run into the Maze to save Alby and Minho, even though it meant breaking a major rule?

thememedium

8The Gladers' desperate fight to escape the Maze, despite the dangers of the Griever Hole, best represents which theme?

thememedium

9The revelation that WICKED orchestrated the entire Maze experiment to find a cure for the Flare raises a significant ethical theme. What is it?

themehard

10Compare Thomas's initial feelings upon arriving in the Glade with his feelings after becoming a Runner. How does this show his character development?

analysismedium

11How does the arrival of Teresa and her cryptic message 'WICKED is good' serve as a turning point in the story?

analysishard

12Analyze how the Gladers' decision to fight through the Griever Hole demonstrates a shift in their strategy and mindset towards the Maze.

analysishard

13What does the word 'disoriented' mean in the context of Thomas's arrival in the Glade?

Vocabularyeasy

14When Minho was 'wary' of new Gladers, what does that imply about his attitude?

Vocabularymedium

15In the sentence, 'Thomas bravely outsmarted a Griever, luring it off a cliff,' what does 'luring' mean?

Vocabularymedium

16What is the best definition for 'profound' as used in the statement: 'Thomas felt a profound sense of betrayal'?

Vocabularyhard

17If you were Thomas, knowing what you know about WICKED and the Maze, would you have chosen to participate in the final escape attempt, or would you have tried to find a different way out? Explain your reasoning.

discussionhard

18The book explores the idea of memory and identity. How important do you think memories are to who a person is, and what challenges did the Gladers face because they couldn't remember their pasts?

discussionhard

19WICKED claims their actions were for the 'greater good' of humanity. Do you agree with their methods of experimenting on the Gladers to find a cure? Why or why not?

discussionhard

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1“What was your favorite part of The Maze Runner? Why did it stand out to you?”

2“If you could talk to any character from The Maze Runner, who would you choose and what would you ask them?”

3“How did The Maze Runner make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?”

4“Would you recommend The Maze Runner to a friend? What would you tell them about it?”

5“What lesson or message do you think James Dashner wanted young readers to learn from this story?”

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What reading level is The Maze Runner?

The Maze Runner by James Dashner is recommended for grades 3-5 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 Maze Runner?

ReadBuddy provides 19 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Maze Runner, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.

How can I use The Maze Runner 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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