Grades 7-8 Comprehension Questions and Actvities

These comprehension questions and activities can be used as:

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS – FICTION

Was the title appropriate for the context of the audiobook? Why or why not?
Think of a gift you would give a character in the audiobook. What would you give and why?
What kind of person is the main character? Give evidence
Did the main character change during the audiobook? How?
What did the author do to make the audiobook interesting or funny?
What connections can you make between the characters and your life?
What is the main idea or message?
What figurative language was used?
How did the language used in the audiobook add to your enjoyment or understanding?
Did the author give any foreshadowing?
What time period did the audiobook take place? How do you know?
What did you think of the audiobook?
How has the main character’s perspective changed throughout the audiobook?
Has your perspective as a reader changed throughout the text?
Are social issues and cultural groups represented accurately?
What are the points of view of the characters and the narrator?
Where and how did the author use symbolism?

COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS – NON-FICTION

What information are you looking to gain from listening to this audiobook?
What predictions can you make after listening to the beginning?
What new words did you hear? Look them up
Does this topic remind you of anything in your life?
Have any of your ideas about the topic changed after listening to the audiobook?
How does the author make this topic interesting?
What did you notice about the language used in the audiobook? Did it add to your enjoyment or understanding?
How did the layout/organization of the audiobook help your understanding?
What is the author’s purpose for writing this?
Why is the topic/event significant?
What conclusions can you make from the information?
What questions do you have about the topic now?
What qualifications does the author have to write an informational text?

ACTIVITIES

Prior to listening, make predictions about the audiobook based on the title
Write the next chapter of the audiobook (at least 3 paragraphs)
Write a recommendation to a friend about why they would enjoy this audiobook
List the places in the audiobook that are important. Make a map of them
Make a timeline of the events in the audiobook
Pick one of the main characters and draw a shape that fits their traits. Write 3 reasons why you chose this shape.
Create a crossword puzzle using 10 words from the audiobook
Write a song and/or rap about the audiobook
Perform a skit/play about the audiobook