The Search for WondLa Reading Comprehension Questions
by Tony DiTerlizzi
Book Summary
Eva Nine, a human girl, has lived her entire life in an underground sanctuary with her robot guardian, Muthr. When their home is destroyed, Eva is forced to the surface of a strange alien planet. She embarks on a journey to find other humans and a mysterious place called WondLa, making new alien friends like Rovender Kitt and Otto along the way, and discovering secrets about her past and the future of humanity.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about The Search for WondLa.
1.What was the name of Eva Nine's robot guardian?
2.Where did Eva Nine live before her home was destroyed?
3.What kind of creature became Eva's loyal protector and friend in the city of Solas?
4.Why do you think Eva Nine was so curious about the outside world and other humans?
5.Even though Rovender Kitt seemed grumpy at first, what can you infer about his true feelings towards Eva and Muthr?
6.Why do you think the story mentions that humans were thought to be extinct on the alien planet?
7.What lesson does Eva Nine learn about finding 'home' by the end of the story?
8.What is an important message the story teaches about friendship?
9.How can you tell that Eva Nine became braver as she explored the alien world?
10.What does the word 'sanctuary' mean in the story, when Eva lived in an underground sanctuary?
11.When the story says the surface was 'barren' when Eva first stepped out, what does that mean?
12.If a creature is described as 'skittish,' how would it likely act?
13.If you were Eva Nine and had to leave your home, what one item would you make sure to bring with you and why?
14.How would you feel if you discovered that a place you were searching for, like WondLa, was not what you expected?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from The Search for WondLa to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading The Search for WondLa with children.
What was your favorite part of The Search for WondLa? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from The Search for WondLa, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did The Search for WondLa make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend The Search for WondLa to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Tony DiTerlizzi wanted young readers to learn from this story?
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is The Search for WondLa?
The Search for WondLa by Tony DiTerlizzi is recommended for grades 2-4 readers with an AR level of 4.8. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for The Search for WondLa?
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for The Search for WondLa, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use The Search for WondLa 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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