The Spider and the Fly

The message we get from the fable, 'The Spider and the Fly' is that:

• We should not fall in the flattering words of others.

• We should trust others.

• We should be friendly with the strangers.

• We should focus on getting our work done.

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"Will you walk into my parlour?"

Who is the 'you' mentioned in the above lines?

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Where was the fly killed?

• Spider's party

• Spider's dismal den

• Spider's Pantry

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The Spider describes the Fly's eyes by comparing them to

• diamonds

• a looking glass

• a winding stair

• pearls and silver

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How does Spider trick Fly into his web?

• he says nice things to her

• he feeds her candy

• he tucks her into his comfy bed

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What does the spider invite the fly to do in the poem?

• Join him for a feast

• Walk into his parlor

• Play a game

• Fly around the garden

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What ultimately happens to the fly after it is lured by the spider's words?

• It becomes friends with the spider

• It escapes safely

• It flies away to safety

• It is captured and never comes out again

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What does the fly fear will happen if it rests on the spider's bed?

• It will be trapped forever

• It will lose its wings

• It will fall asleep and never wake up

• It will be eaten

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What does the spider offer the fly from its pantry?

• A variety of nice foods

• A slice of cake

• Fresh fruit

• A drink of nectar

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What compliment does the spider use to flatter the fly?

• Your wings are beautiful

• You are the fastest fly

• Your colors are vibrant

• You have a lovely voice

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