Story Comprehension - Helen Keller, Officer Buckle, Half Chicken

How can readers tell that "Half-Chicken" is a folktale?

• It has maps and charts to teach about a subject.

• It is an old story that has been told many times.

• It has headings and words printed in a box..

• It tells about a real person from the past.

What is the moral/lesson of the story Half Chicken.

• Never tell a secret to a friend.

• Always share if you have plenty.

• Help others, and they will help you.

• Do not be afraid to say, "I'm sorry."

What happens when Officer Buckle watches himself on the news?

• He is really happy that he did such a great job.

• He decides to add more animals to his act.

• He decides to add more safety tips to his bulletin board.

• He sees that everyone is watching Gloria instead of him.

Why was Helen Keller so angry when she was a child?

• She couldn't communicate with anyone.

• She didn't like talking to people.

• She wanted to be left alone.

• She had no friends.

Students were entertained and listened to all of Officer Buckle's safety speeches. What was the cause of this?

• Officer Buckle acted out the safety tips.

• Officer Buckle safety speeches are really funny.

• Gloria acted out the safety tips.

• Gloria followed Officer Buckle's commands.

Why was it important for Helen Keller to have a teacher like Annie Sullivan?

• Annie taught subjects like English, Maths and Science.

• Annie was a kind teacher who let Helen play all the time.

• Annie tried to teach Helen but Helen was too naughty.

• Annie did not give up on Helen and was able to teach Helen how to communicate.

How can Helen Keller's story inspire others?

• People with problems can still do great things.

• People can become teachers like Annie Sullivan.

• It teaches others that it is okay to be angry as a child.

• It tells others that Helen Keller had an illness.

Point of View: How does the cook feel about Half Chicken?

• He was confused because Half Chicken was strange looking.

• He was angry because Half Chicken came into his kitchen.

• He was excited to cook Half Chicken and give it to the Viceroy.

• He didn't feel anything.

Which of these show humor in the story Officer Buckle and Gloria. There may be more than one answer.

• Gloria signing autographs at the park while Officer Buckle is getting ice-cream.

• Officer Buckle watching himself on TV.

• Officer Buckly reading all the letters.

• Gloria jumped into the air when acting out the "thumbtack on the chair".

Why did Half-Chicken become very vain?

• He was the best singer in the ranch.

• He was getting a lot of attention.

• He was so handsome.

• He had a lot of money.