Dear Mr. Henshaw Comprehension

Who was Mr. Henshaw? Why was Leigh writing to him?

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What grade was Leigh in when he FIRST wrote to Mr. Henshaw?

• 2nd

• 3rd

• 6th

• 1st

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Why did Leigh send Mr. Henshaw a list of questions?

• For fun

• For an assignment in school

• because his mom made him

• he was curious

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What did Mr. Henshaw suggest Leigh should do after his third letter about Ways to Amuse a Dog?

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Consider Leigh's development throughout the book. How does his understanding of his family and friends evolve?

• He becomes more isolated.

• He grows more appreciative of his relationships.

• He becomes indifferent towards others.

• He grows more resentful.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Analyze the impact of Leigh's letter writing on his relationship with Mr. Henshaw. What does this suggest about communication?

• It shows that communication can be superficial.

• It highlights the importance of face-to-face interaction.

• It demonstrates that written communication can foster deep connections.

• It suggests that communication is unnecessary.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

What does Leigh learn about himself by the end of the book?

• He enjoys traveling.

• He wants to be a writer.

• He dislikes school.

• He prefers city life.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

What advice did Mr. Henshaw give to Leigh?

• Try no to get upset about your father not calling.

• Start writing in a diary.

• Pretend that each diary entry is a letter to someone.

• Both B and C

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Why did the librarian stop Leigh in the hall?

• He was running and she told him to stop.

• She gave  him a copy of Mr. Henshaw's new book to read.

• She told him that his library book was overdue.

• She needed help carrying books to the library.

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What surprised Leigh about Mr. Henshaw's new book?

• It was sad, not funny.

• It was about a boy named Leigh.

• It was a book of poetry.

• None of the above.

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