Paddington Bear Comprehension Questions

Whose idea was it to have a birthday party?

• Judy's

• Jonathan's

• Paddington's

• Mrs Bird's

How is Paddington like the Queen?

• He gets spoilted by everyone

• He is very famous

• He is in the newspaper all the time

• He has two birthdays each year

Why was Mr Gruber pleased?

• because he had sold lots of goods

• because he had been invited to Paddington's party

• because his son was coming to visit

• because he won the lottery

What did the shopkeepers in the Portobello market give to Paddington for his birthday?

• a fruit basket

• a magic set

• a scooter

• a shopping basket on wheels

Why did Mrs Brown want Paddington to leave letter writing till the next day?

• because it would take too long

• because he always made a big mess

• because someone would have to help him and they didn't have time

• because Paddington couldn't spell

Who gave Paddington the conjuring outfit?

• Mr and Mrs Brown

• Mr Gruber

• Judy

• Jonathan

Why did Mr Brown lock up his tools?

• so they didn't get stolen

• he didn't want Paddington to try out dangerous tricks

• so the children couldn't touch them

• because they were very expensive

Who was the most unwelcome visitor?

• Mr Bird

• Mr Brown

• Mr Gruber

• Mr Curry

Where did Paddington get stuck?

• Inside his mystery box

• In the cupboard

• Under the table

• Under the bed

What happened to Mr Curry's watch?

• It disappeared

• It turned into a clock

• Paddington smashed it to pieces

• It appeared on Mr Curry's wrist