Folktale: Two Legs or One?

Front

Which sentence best describes the characteristics/elements that make this story a folktale?

Back

It is the humorous story of a man named Goha who makes extreme over-statements and has a surprise ending.

Front

Which statement best explains the lesson of the folktale?

Back

Some people will try to win an argument at any cost.

Front

Which phrase from the first two paragraphs helps the reader understand the meaning of the word scurried as used in paragraph 1?

Back

cook these as quickly as you can

Front

In paragraph 3, what does the phrase: "the smell of them was sweeter to her than any rose" help the reader to sense?

Back

How irresistible the smell of roasted calf legs was to Goha’s wife

Front

What tone does the dialogue in paragraphs 8–14 create in the selection?

Back

humorous

Front

This story’s minimal and bare setting allows readers to —

Back

Keep the focus on the words and actions of the characters rather than being distracted by lesser things

Front

Which statement best shows the reader the true nature of Goha’s character? (Hint: think of his role as a trickster)

Back

His wife at first thought this must surely be another of her husband’s tricks

Front

Correct way to write and punctuate: To make a difference one first has to care.

Back

To make a difference, one first has to care.