The Blind Men and the Elephant

What is the moral (theme) of the story?

• Trust your own instincts.

• Always listen to others.

• Consider different perspectives.

• Avoid making judgements.

"It was a long walk to the palace. The blind men grew hot and thirsty. But they did not stop. They could not wait to touch the elephant."

What does this quote from the selection show about the blind men?

• It shows that the blind men are determined.

• It shows that the blind men are good at walking.

• It shows that the blind men are creative.

• It shows that the blind men are silly.

Why does the first blind man compare the elephant to a wall?

• The first blind man compares the elephant to a wall because loud and chaotic.

• The first blind man compares the elephant to a wall because it is quiet in the garden

• The first blind man compares the elephant to a wall because it is strong and wide.

• The first blind man compares the elephant to a wall because it is smooth and soft.

What is a synonym for the word ivory?

• white

• soft

• rough

• dark

What genre is this story? Select two answers.

• Non-fiction

• Fiction

• Folktale

• Informational Text

Why did the blind men disagree about the elephant?

• They were angry at each other for touching the elephant.

• They were told by the servant that they were correct.

• They were happy that they all felt different things.

• They all felt different parts of the elephant's body.

What are one character trait to describe the prince?

• wise

• impatient

• happy

• bored

If the prince did not explain the elephant to the blind men, what can you infer would be happening?

• The elephant would have run away.

• The prince would have yelled at the blind men to stop arguing.

• The blind men would continue to argue over the elephant.

What elements did you see in this selection? Select two answers.

• Characters

• Setting

• Text Features

• Headings

What was the most likely reason that the author wrote this selection?

• to persuade the reader

• to inform the reader

• to entertain the reader