The Stone Comprehension Quiz

Why does Doli close his eyes and hold his breath when he first sees Maibon?

• The ground smells really bad.

• He is trapped under the rock and can't breathe.

• He is trying to become invisible

• He is angry at Maibon.

What wish does Doli grant Maibon?

• He gives him a new cow.

• He gives him a bag of gold.

• He gives him a cooking pot always brimming with food.

• He gives Maibon a magic stone.

Why does Doli offer Maibon a favor?

• Maibon rescues Doli from under the rock.

• Maibon guesses Doli's name.

• Doli feels sorry for Maibon.

• Maibon offers Doli a place to sleep and a warm meal.

What does Doli think of humans?

• childish and silly

• dangerous and tricky

• unwise and greedy

• strong and brave

Which statement best describes Maibon's wife?

• She is a dreamer who wants to enjoy life.

• She is practical and cares about her family.

• She dislikes her husband and thinks he is mean.

• She doesn't believe in magic dwarfs.

When does Maibon begin to suspect his wish has been granted?

• The next morning when he has no desire to eat breakfast.

• When his apple trees are full of fruit and his cabinets are full of food.

• When his beard stops growing

• When his cow gets sick.

Why is Maibon unable to get rid of the stone?

• Doli won't allow him to change his wish.

• He is not strong enough to destroy it.

• His wife wants to punish him for his wish.

• He doesn't really want to get rid of it.

Why does Maibon begin to regret his wish?

• His children convince him that he has made a mistake.

• He and his wife fight all the time.

• He realizes that his cow has died.

• He realizes that he will outlive his family and be all alone one day.

How does Maibon finally get rid of the stone?

• He buries it in the dirt.

• He realizes he wants no more of the magic and throws it down.

• He makes a wish and spins around 3 times.

• He throws into the river.

How would you best describe this story? What is the mood?

• magical

• scary/frightening

• humorous

• peaceful and hopeful