Version 1: Simpler Comprehension Questions (Ages 7-8)
- On what page does the story “Touch the Sky” begin?
- Who is the main character in the story?
- Where does the story take place?
- What is the main character’s dream?
- How does the main character feel when she sees the hot air balloon for the first time?
- What does the main character’s father do for a living?
- Why does the main character’s father discourage her from pursuing her dream?
- How does the main character’s mother support her dream?
- What does the main character do to prove her determination to her father?
- What lesson can you learn from the story “Touch the Sky”?
Version 2: Same Comprehension Questions (Ages 9-10)
- On what page does the story “Touch the Sky” begin?
- Who is the main character in the story? Where does the story take place?
- Describe the main character’s dream and how she feels about it.
- What is the main character’s father’s occupation? How does he feel about his daughter’s dream?
- How does the main character’s mother support her dream?
- What does the main character do to prove her determination to her father?
- Why do you think the main character’s father discourages her from pursuing her dream?
- How does the main character feel when she sees the hot air balloon for the first time? Why?
- What challenges might the main character face in achieving her dream?
- What lesson can you learn from the story “Touch the Sky”?
Version 3: More Complex Comprehension Questions (Ages 11-12)
- On what page does the story “Touch the Sky” begin? What is the significance of the opening scene?
- Describe the main character’s personality traits and how they contribute to her pursuit of her dream.
- Analyze the relationship between the main character and her best friend. How does their friendship influence the story?
- Explain the main character’s father’s occupation and how it impacts his perspective on his daughter’s dream.
- Compare and contrast the main character’s parents’ attitudes towards her dream.
- Evaluate the main character’s actions and decisions in proving her determination to her father. Do you agree with her methods? Why or why not?
- Discuss the theme of perseverance in the story “Touch the Sky” and provide examples from the text to support your answer.
- Analyze the main character’s emotional journey throughout the story, focusing on key moments such as her first sighting of the hot air balloon.
- Predict potential obstacles the main character may face in achieving her dream and propose strategies she could use to overcome them.
- Reflect on the overall message of the story “Touch the Sky” and explain how it can be applied to real-life situations.