The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo Reading Comprehension Questions
by Judy Blume
Book Summary
Freddy Dissel, the middle child, feels ordinary compared to his talented older sister and cute younger brother. When his class decides to put on a play called 'The Green Kangaroo,' Freddy desperately wants the lead role. Despite his shyness, he tries out, gets the part, and through his performance, discovers his own special qualities and a newfound confidence.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo.
1.What made Freddy feel ordinary at the beginning of the story?
2.Who was Freddy's teacher who announced the play?
3.What animal did Freddy want to play in the school play?
4.Why do you think Freddy wanted to be the Green Kangaroo so badly?
5.How do you think Freddy felt when Mrs. Miller chose him to be the Green Kangaroo?
6.What can you tell about Freddy's personality when he first decided to try out for the play, even though he was shy?
7.What lesson does Freddy learn about himself by the end of the story?
8.What is the main message the author wants you to understand about being special?
9.How did Freddy's feelings about himself change from the beginning of the story to the end?
10.In the story, Freddy felt 'ordinary.' What does 'ordinary' mean?
11.Freddy practiced his part 'constantly.' What does 'constantly' mean in this sentence?
12.When Mrs. Miller 'announces' the play, what is she doing?
13.If you were Freddy, what part would you want to play in a school play and why?
14.Can you think of a time when you felt nervous about doing something new, like Freddy did before the play? What did you do?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo with children.
What was your favorite part of The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Judy Blume wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo?
The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo by Judy Blume is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 2.3. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The One in the Middle Is the Green Kangaroo 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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