"Before the Ball" (Wonders Reading Practice)

How do you know this story is a fairy tale? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)

• The story has characters that could not exist in real life.

• The story has events that could not really happen in real life.

• The story has a happy ending.

• The story has realistic events.

• The story has strong persuasive language.

Which TWO events in the text identify it as a fairy tale?

• "I waved my wand.

• "Light flashed, and in a puff of smoke, the pumpkin transformed into a beautiful horse and carriage!"

• " 'It's perfect!' Cinderella shouted. 'How can I ever repay you for all you have done?' "

• " 'You can get into that carriage and get to the ball on time!' I said, and sent her on her way."

Fairy tales often include a problem and solution. What is the PROBLEM the main character must solve?

• The main character has to get Cinderella to the ball.

• The main character has to turn a pumpkin into a carriage.

• The main character has to convince Cinderella to get into a carriage.

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