The Polar Express Comprehension Questions

On Christmas Eve, a child lies quietly in bed, listening for a sound they fear they may never hear. Suddenly, they are invited to board the Polar Express, a magical train journey to the North Pole.

What was the narrator doing on Christmas Eve?

• Watching TV

• Listening for a sound

• Reading a book

• Playing outside

What was the narrator afraid of not hearing?

• The clock striking midnight

• A Christmas carol

• Santa's sleigh

• A sound they were listening for

Where is the Polar Express heading?

• To the South Pole

• To the North Pole

• To a nearby town

• To a magical forest

What is the name of the train the narrator is invited to board?

• The Holiday Special

• The Christmas Express

• The Winter Train

• The Polar Express

What phrase is used to invite passengers onto the train?

• Get on board!

• All aboard!

• Hop on!

• Join the ride!