The Chinese Zodiac Story

What did the Jade Emperor decide to do to measure time?

• Create a calendar based on the moon phases

• Establish a zodiac system with animals

• Use a sundial to track hours

• Invent a water clock

Who were the first two animals to jump on the ox's back?

• The cat and the dog

• The monkey and the rabbit

• The bird and the squirrel

• The frog and the mouse

What happened to the cat during the race?

• The cat won the race.

• The cat got lost.

• The cat fell asleep.

• The cat chased a mouse.

The animal named for the first year of the zodiac is:

• Rat

• Ox

• Tiger

• Rabbit

How did the rabbit manage to cross the river?

• By swimming across

• By building a raft

• By hopping on stones

• By asking a bird for help

The dragon did not win the race even though it could fly because:

• it was too slow.

• it got distracted.

• it was disqualified.

• it went to help others

Which animal took the sixth place in the race?

• Cheetah

• Elephant

• Horse

• Kangaroo

What was the reason given by the dog for being late?

• The dog was stuck in traffic.

• The dog overslept.

• The dog was chasing a cat.

• The dog forgot the time.

Who was the last animal to finish the race?

• Turtle

• Rabbit

• Fox

• Deer

According to the story, why have cats never been friends with rats?

• Because cats are natural predators of rats.

• Because rats stole food from cats.

• Because cats and rats live in different environments.

• Because rats are afraid of cats.