Simon and the Better Bone Quiz

What does Simon see that makes him want something new?

• A bigger bone in the water

• A shiny toy on the ground

• A colorful ball in the sky

• A tasty treat on a table

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What does Simon do when he sees the other bone?

• He tries to grab it by snapping at the water

• He runs away

• He barks loudly

• He digs a hole

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Where does Simon first spot the 'better' bone?

• In his reflection in the water

• On the ground

• In a tree

• In a box

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RI.5.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

Who does Simon blame for losing his bone?

• At first, he thinks he was tricked, but realizes it was his own mistake

• He blames another dog

• He blames the water

• He blames the wind

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What lesson about greed does Simon’s experience teach?

• Wanting too much can lead to losing what you already have

• Greed always leads to success

• Greed makes you stronger

• Greed is always good

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

How does Simon’s desire for the other bone affect his actions?

• Makes him act without thinking

• Makes him run faster

• Makes him sleep longer

• Makes him eat more

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Do you think Simon’s actions were smart or foolish? Why?

• Foolish because he chased after something that wasn’t real

• Smart because he was curious

• Smart because he was brave

• Foolish because he was lazy

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How could Simon have made a different choice when he saw the better bone?

• Appreciate the bone he already had

• Run away quickly

• Bark at the reflection

• Jump into the water

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What does it mean to be content with what you have?

• Feeling happy and satisfied with what you already own.

• Always wanting more than you have.

• Ignoring what you have.

• Being unhappy with your possessions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.2

CCSS.RI.4.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

How do you feel when you get something that you’ve really wanted?

• I feel excited and happy, but sometimes that feeling fades quickly.

• I feel nothing at all.

• I always feel sad.

• I never want anything.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3