Exploring Friendship in Lemon Brown

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Literature

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Grade Level6th Grade

SubjectLiterature

Original Prompt

Make a worksheet with these specific comprehension questions from "The Treasure of Lemon Brown" by Walter Dean Myers. Why does Greg find himself in the old abandoned tenement building near his home? (paragraph 6) Why does Lemon Brown immediately threaten Greg with a razor? (paragraphs 50–52) Why does Lemon Brown ultimately decide that Greg is not a threat? (paragraphs 32 and 45) What is Lemon Brown’s treasure? (paragraph 102) How does Greg’s attitude toward his father change after meeting Lemo...

This resource delves into Walter Dean Myers' story, "The Treasure of Lemon Brown," which follows the journey of Greg Ridley, a boy facing family issues who finds an unexpected bond with an old man named Lemon Brown. The questions guide readers to analyze the characters' motivations and relationships while encouraging them to use evidence from the text to support their interpretations. Central themes such as the nature of treasure, the value of human connection, and personal growth are explored, particularly in how Greg's perspective shifts after his encounter with Lemon Brown.