Scaredy Squirrel Comprehension Assessment

At the beginning of the story, why does Scaredy Squirrel stay in his tree?

• He is afraid of many things.

• He is not allowed to leave.

• He is guarding his home.

• He is too busy to go out.

The author says that Scaredy Squirrel’s tree is familiar to him. What does the word familiar mean?

• large

• special

• well-liked

• well-known

How does Scaredy Squirrel feel when he discovers he is a flying squirrel?

• worried

• excited

• foolish

• worthy

What does Scaredy Squirrel do at the end of the story?

• He goes to sleep.

• He makes a new kit.

• He finds a new home.

• He changes his routine.

What did Scaredy Squirrel discover about himself?

• He is too scared to explore.

• He can ride a bicycle.

• He is a flying squirrel.

• He is a great squirrel.

What is the lesson that Scaredy Squirrel learns in the story?

• Having a plan for each day is important.

• Practicing a skill is a good way to get better. .

• Trying something new might be better than expected.

• Visiting new places is a good way to learn about the world

Scaredy squirrel does not like venturing out into the unknown. What does the word "venturing" mean?

• To hide from everyone else.

• To go somewhere, that is unfamiliar and may be unsafe.

• To create an activity.

• To go somewhere you have been before.