The Gruffalo - written comprehension

1. Who is the main character in the story?

Answer explanation

2. What does the mouse say to scare the animals in the woods?

3. Which animals does the mouse encounter first?

4. Describe the Gruffalo. What are some of his features?

5. How does the mouse outsmart the Gruffalo?

6. What lesson can be learned from the mouse’s adventure?

7. Why do you think the Gruffalo is initially considered scary?

8. How does the story use repetition? Give an example.

9. What is the setting of the story? How does it contribute to the plot?

10. What do you think would happen if the mouse had not been clever?