The Long Nap

What is the main idea of the story?

The main idea of the story is...

• ...that you should read a book instead of taking a nap.

• ...that sometimes when you are sick you should take a nap.

• ...that nobody should take naps

What does Ella's mother mean when she says that Ella "might be coming down with something"?

Ella's mom is saying that...

• ... Ella might be getting sick.

• ... Ella might be melting.

• ... Ella might be carrying too much.

What are some signs that Ella is sick?

Some signs that Ella is sick are....

• Ella can't remember the last time she had taken a nap.

• Ella only sleeps when it is dark outside.

• Ella's hands were cold, but when she touched her cheeks, they seemed hot.

What should Ella use to stay warm?

Ella should use...

• ...a blanket to stay warm.

• ...her cat to stay warm.

• ...a book to stay warm.

What is Ella trying to read when she falls asleep?

Ella is reading...

• ...a newspaper.

• ...a book.

• ...a comic book.

What is Ella thinking when she thought, "Maybe I'll rest my eyes for a bit."?

When Ella thinks about resting her eyes, she is thinking that...

• ...closing her eyes will help her focus.

• ...closing her eyes will make her room dark.

• ...closing her eyes will show she is ready for school.

Why does Ella decide to rest her eyes?

Ella decides to rest her eyes because...

• ...it is dark outside.

• ...she couldn't focus on the words.

• ...she is ready to go to school.

Why was the whole house quiet when Ella woke up?

The whole house was quiet when Ella woke up because...

• ...she did not go to sleep.

• ...everyone went on a walk.

• ...she slept so long, everyone had gone to bed.

Do you like to take naps? Why or why not?