Comprehension
How did Max reach the land where the wild things are?
He rode a boat
What does the word mischief mean?
Example: My classmate was always instigating things that gets him reprimanded by the teacher. He was a major mischief maker.
playfulness that is intended to tease, mock, or create trouble
Why did Max feel upset in the beginning? How did he feel about his mom?
His mom was telling him what to do (eat dinner) and he only wanted to play.
Why did Max's mom call him a wild thing?
He makes all kinds of trouble and he was quite mischievous.
What does the word supper mean?
Example: I'm so excited to go home for supper.
An evening meal / dinner
How did the wild things treat Max?
They welcomed him as if he was one of them.
He also became their king/leader.
What does it mean to gnash your teeth together?
Example: I was so angry that all I could do was gnash my teeth in silence.
to strike or grind (the teeth) together
What made Max want to go back home even when he was having fun with the wild things?
He wanted to go back to the people who truly loved him.
What does the word tamed mean?
Example: My mother said it is hard to tame lions to become one's pet.
to reduce from a wild to a domestic state
How did Max feel in the end?
He felt appreciative that his dinner was still hot when he came home which meant that his mother loved him very much despite his behavior.
What is the theme of the story?
It centralizes on appreciation and acceptance of one's parents.
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