Henry and Mudge: Comprehension Questions

The video tutorial introduces second graders to the story 'Henry and Mudge' by Cynthia Rylant, illustrated by Susie Stevenson. It explains the genre of realistic fiction and encourages students to think about the essential question: 'What is a perfect pet?' The video provides background on the author and illustrator, followed by a reading of the story, which explores Henry's desire for a pet and his eventual bond with Mudge, a large, drooling dog. The session concludes with a positive farewell message.

What type of story is 'Henry and Mudge'?

• Historical Fiction

• Fantasy

• Realistic Fiction

• Science Fiction

Who is the author of 'Henry and Mudge'?

• Cynthia Rylant

• J.K. Rowling

• Dr. Seuss

• Susie Stevenson

What role does Susie Stevenson have in the story?

• Editor

• Publisher

• Illustrator

• Author

What is the essential question for the story?

• How to train a dog?

• Why do pets drool?

• What is a perfect pet like?

• What makes a good friend?

Why did Henry want a dog?

• He wanted to win a pet contest.

• He needed a guard dog.

• He wanted to play fetch.

• He had no brothers or sisters.

What did Henry's parents initially say when he asked for a dog?

• Yes, immediately.

• No, without hesitation.

• Sorry, but then they reconsidered.

• They ignored him.

What did Henry do after his parents agreed to get a dog?

• He went to sleep.

• He ran away.

• He hugged them.

• He cried.

What was Henry's initial criteria for choosing a dog?

• A short dog with curly fur

• A dog with pointed ears

• A dog with floppy ears and straight fur

• A dog that can do tricks

How much did Mudge weigh when he stopped growing?

• 100 pounds

• 150 pounds

• 180 pounds

• 200 pounds

What was one of the challenges Henry faced with Mudge?

• Mudge was too quiet.

• Mudge drooled a lot.

• Mudge was too small.

• Mudge didn't like to play.