Tikki Tikki Tembo Reading Comprehension Questions
by Unknown
Book Summary
This is an ancient Chinese folktale about two brothers, Tikki Tikki Tembo-no Sa-rembo-chari-bari-ruchi-pip-peri-pembo and Chang. In ancient China, firstborn sons were given long, important names, while second-born sons received short, simple names. The story highlights the trouble caused by Tikki Tikki Tembo's very long name when both brothers fall into a well, leading to a lesson about the practical benefits of having shorter names.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 8 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Tikki Tikki Tembo.
1.Who had the very long name in the story?
2.What did Chang fall into while playing?
3.Who did the mother tell the boys to get for help when someone fell in the well?
4.What does the word 'ancient' mean in the story?
5.Why did Tikki Tikki Tembo get very sick after he was rescued from the well?
6.What lesson did the Chinese people learn about names from this story?
7.What was your favorite part of the story and why?
8.If you had a very long name like Tikki Tikki Tembo, what would you do if you needed help very fast?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Tikki Tikki Tembo to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Tikki Tikki Tembo with children.
What was your favorite part of Tikki Tikki Tembo? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Tikki Tikki Tembo, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Tikki Tikki Tembo make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Tikki Tikki Tembo to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think the author wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Tikki Tikki Tembo?
Tikki Tikki Tembo by Unknown is recommended for grades K-1 readers with an AR level of 2.9. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Tikki Tikki Tembo?
ReadBuddy provides 8 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Tikki Tikki Tembo, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Tikki Tikki Tembo 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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