Bridge to Terabithia Ch.1-3

Explore Bridge to Terabithia Ch. 1-3 with reading comprehension questions on Jesse's life and new friendships.

1. Why does Jesse get up extra early in the mornings? Be specific. 2. Describe how Jesse is treated at home. Do you think it is fair? Why or why not? 3. Why did Jesse get in trouble in class? Why is he careful not to get in trouble for the rest of the day?Make sure you answer both questions. What most motivates Jesse to run? He wants the girls to notice him He wants to get in better shape He needs to be able to outrun the bullies at school He wants to make his family proud "You're the proverbial diamond in the rough." What did Miss Edmunds mean by this? Jesse stands out to her as a special student Jesse is a talented musician Jesse needs to work on his manners Jesse understands fashion like she does What was Jess' goal upon starting 5th grade? to be the smartest to be the fastest runner to find his dad to be nice to his sisters Who did Jesse meet at the end of Chapter 2? Leslie Burke Julia Edmunds Miss Bessie John Simmons In Chapter 1, Jesse hopes May Belle will tell their dad about Jesse's accomplishment. What is it Jesse wants him to know about, and why does he want May Belle to tell him? Explain what type of animals Jesse liked to draw. Why does he like to draw those?