Who Was Rosa Parks? Reading Comprehension Questions
by Yona Zeldis McDonough, Who HQ
Part of the Who Was series · Book 5 of 7
Book Summary
This book tells the inspiring story of Rosa Parks, an African American woman who became a key figure in the Civil Rights Movement. It covers her early life in Alabama, the harsh realities of segregation and Jim Crow laws, and her courageous act of refusing to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery. The book details the Montgomery Bus Boycott that followed, led by Martin Luther King Jr., and its eventual success in ending bus segregation. It highlights Rosa Parks' bravery, her dedication to fighting for equality, and her lasting legacy.
Reading Comprehension Questions
Use these 14 questions to check understanding and spark deeper thinking about Who Was Rosa Parks?.
1.What were the laws called that made Black people and white people live separately in Alabama when Rosa Parks was growing up?
2.What organization did Rosa Parks join to help fight for equal rights for Black people?
3.What happened to Rosa Parks on December 1, 1955, when she was riding the city bus?
4.Why do you think Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on the bus?
5.How do you think the Black community felt when they decided to start the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
6.What might have happened if the Black community had not worked together during the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
7.What does Rosa Parks' story teach us about standing up for what is right?
8.What is a main message or lesson from the Montgomery Bus Boycott?
9.How did the Montgomery Bus Boycott demonstrate the power of ordinary people working together?
10.In the story, what does the word 'segregation' mean?
11.What does it mean to be an 'activist' like Rosa Parks?
12.When the community decided to 'boycott' the buses, what did they do?
13.Rosa Parks showed great courage by refusing to give up her seat. What is a time you felt brave when you had to do something difficult or stand up for yourself or someone else?
14.If you saw someone being treated unfairly because of who they are, what are some things you could do to help, like Rosa Parks did?
Key Vocabulary
Important words from Who Was Rosa Parks? to discuss with your child.
Discussion Prompts
Great conversation starters for parents and teachers reading Who Was Rosa Parks? with children.
What was your favorite part of Who Was Rosa Parks?? Why did it stand out to you?
If you could talk to any character from Who Was Rosa Parks?, who would you choose and what would you ask them?
How did Who Was Rosa Parks? make you feel? Can you describe a moment that surprised you?
Would you recommend Who Was Rosa Parks? to a friend? What would you tell them about it?
What lesson or message do you think Yona Zeldis McDonough, Who HQ wanted young readers to learn from this story?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What reading level is Who Was Rosa Parks??
Who Was Rosa Parks? by Yona Zeldis McDonough, Who HQ is recommended for grades K-2 readers with an AR level of 3.5. It's an excellent choice for building reading comprehension skills at this level.
What are good comprehension questions for Who Was Rosa Parks??
ReadBuddy provides 14 carefully crafted comprehension questions for Who Was Rosa Parks?, covering literal comprehension, vocabulary, and inference skills. These questions help students engage deeply with the story.
How can I use Who Was Rosa Parks? 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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