Bridge to Terabithia Reading Comprehension
A Grade 7 ELA worksheet focusing on reading comprehension, character analysis, and themes from Katherine Paterson's 'Bridge to Terabithia'.
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Bridge to Terabithia Reading Comprehension
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Read the following questions carefully and answer them to the best of your ability based on Katherine Paterson's 'Bridge to Terabithia'.
1. What is Jess Aarons' main aspiration at the beginning of the novel?
To become the fastest runner in his grade
To befriend Leslie Burke
To impress his father
To create a magical kingdom
2. What is the name of the imaginary kingdom Jess and Leslie create?
Narnia
Wonderland
Terabithia
Neverland
3. Jess's family struggles with , which often causes tension in the household.
4. Leslie's family is considered by many in the rural community because of their artistic and unconventional lifestyle.
5. Jess initially dislikes Leslie because she beats him in a race.
True
False
6. Describe the significance of the 'bridge' in the title of the novel, both literally and metaphorically.
7. How does Leslie Burke influence Jess Aarons' character development throughout the story? Discuss at least two specific examples from the novel.