The Raft Comprehension Check

Why doesn't Nicky want to spend the summer with his Grandma?

• She doesn't even have a television.

• Nicky thinks he will be bored.

• There are no kids for him to play with at the river.

• All the answer choices.

Which word best describes Grandma's personality?

• angry

• patient

• energetic

• plain

Why ISN'T Nicky angry the first few times he hangs out at the river?

• He thinks it is too hot.

• He can't catch any fish.

• He is bored.

What is most likely the reason the raft comes floating down the river?

• a big storm sent it down the river.

• The otters bit through a rope that it was tied up with.

• it was part of a building that fell off into the water

• Grandma released the raft upstream to give Nicky some adventures for the summer.

How can you tell Nicky is excited about the raft?

• He rushed out to check on the raft first thing in the morning.

• The author tells you he is excited.

• He hollers to Grandma to "hurry up!"

• All of the answer choices.

What supplies does Grandma provide Nicky with for his adventures? Choose all that apply.

• snorkel mask

• art supplies

• lunches

Why is the fawn a special creature to Nicky?

• He thinks she is beautiful.

• He helped save her life.

• He watched her come into the world.

• He got to feed her and give her a bath.

The lesson of the story is the author's message to you, the reader.

• True

• False

How does the main character change throughout THE RAFT?

What does the river teach Nicky?