A Pair of Tricksters HMH

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.

What lesson does the Fox learn at the end of “The Fox and the Crow”?

• It is wise to compliment others to get what you want.

• Stealing from others will eventually lead to failure.

• One should never trust a crow with cheese.

• Flattery can sometimes backfire and lead to loss.

What does the interaction between Raven and Crayfish teach about trust in “Raven and Crayfish”?

• Trust should be based on actions, not words.

• One can always trust family members to help.

• Trust is easily built between animals of different kinds.

• Trusting others will always lead to being deceived.

In both stories, what role does flattery play in the characters' actions?

• Flattery is shown as a tool for manipulation.

• Flattery is used to build genuine relationships.

• Flattery has no real impact on the outcome of events.

• Flattery is a way to express true admiration.