A Pair of Tricksters

Why did the Fox ask the Crow to sing a song in “The Fox and the Crow”?

• so he could hear her voice

• because he wanted to learn from her

• so he could have the piece of cheese in her mouth

• because he wanted to give her advice about her voice

In “The Fox and the Crow,” the Fox tells the Crow that he wants to call her the Queen of Birds. What does Queen of Birds mean?

• the greatest of all birds

• the ruler of other birds

• a strong bird

• a royal bird

Why does Crayfish say nice things about Raven’s family in “Raven and Crayfish”?

• She really likes them.

• She wants Raven to let her go.

• She wants Raven to stop flying.

• She hopes that Raven will take her to them.

What is one message found in “Raven and Crayfish”?

• Land animals are unfriendly to sea animals.

• People who are hungry can be tricked easily

• Most animals sometimes lose food when they try to bring it back home.

• Even the smartest people can be fooled when their pride is grown by others.

What similar message is found in both stories?

• Animals can be kind to one another.

• Animals are regularly looking for something to eat.

• Getting food from others is better than receiving praise from them.

• People who give untruthful praise may be trying to get something for themselves.