This The Boy at the Back of the Class reading comprehension resource includes 100 questions and a full answer key, organised into 10 reading sets. It is designed to support pupils as they read the novel, with questions that move from simple recall to deeper inference, explanation and critical thinking.

This comprehension-focused novel study is ideal for guided reading, whole-class reading, independent reading, homework, intervention groups, cover lessons or revision. The questions help pupils practise key English reading skills including retrieval, inference, vocabulary, summarising, character analysis, theme and using evidence from the text.

The resource works well for exploring character, friendship, empathy, belonging, courage and how pupils respond to important events in the story.

What’s Included:
• 100 reading comprehension questions
• 10 organised reading sets
• Simple / recall questions
• Advanced / critical thinking questions
• Full answer key
• Printable PDF format
• No-prep worksheets for classroom use

Skills Covered:
• Retrieval
• Inference
• Vocabulary understanding
• Summarising
• Character analysis
• Explaining ideas with evidence
• Theme and message
• Critical thinking
• Written responses

Perfect For:
• KS2 English
• UKS2 reading
• Lower KS3 support
• Guided reading
• Whole-class reading
• Independent novel study
• Homework tasks
• Supply / cover lessons
• Reading comprehension practice

This is a useful no-prep resource for teachers who want structured The Boy at the Back of the Class comprehension questions and answers to support a complete novel study without needing to create questions from scratch.