Red is Best by Kathy Stinson - Comprehension questions

Red is best is _________.

• a reason.

• a fact.

• an opinion.

• an example of a color.

What are examples of red things that Kelly likes in the story?

• stockings

• toys

• boots

• jacket

• headband

What reason does Kelly give to explain why she likes her red mitts the best?

• Her red mitts are warmer.

• Her red mitts have holes in them.

• Her red mitts make better snowballs.

• Her red mitts have a string on them so they don't get lost.

What are some examples of Kelly's mother's opinions in the story?

• Your white stockings look good.

• Blue is best.

• You need to wear your blue jacket.

• Pajamas are important.

• You can't wear your red boots in the snow.

What reason does Kelly's mother give for using a green cup?

• Juice tastes better in the green cup.

• Green is the best.

• She knows that Kelly usually likes her green cup.

• She already poured the juice in the green cup.

What does it mean when Kelly says "But red paint puts singing in my head."

• Red paints sing.

• Red paint makes Kelly feel happy.

• Kelly sings when she paints.

• Kelly hums when she paints.

What color do you think is best?

Why?

Write your opinion and give a reason for you opinion in the space provided.