The Fox and the Horse

Which statement best expresses a central idea in the folktale?

• Loyal friends can be trusted.

• Honest people are good friends.

• Individuals who show kindness are often treated the same way.

• Individuals can accomplish more with the help of others.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Which two additional sentences belong in the summary in Part A?

• The lion is in his den when the fox comes to trick him.

• The fox promises the lion a special meal.

• The horse was sad when his master turned him out.

• The horse is able to bring a lion back to his master.

• The fox tricks the lion into being tied to the horse.

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CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What do each of the main characters (the Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse) represent?

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which TWO sentences belong in a summary of “The Fox and the Horse?”

• The old horse is sent away by his owner.

• The horse lay down as the fox told him to do so.

• The horse receives help from a cunning fox.

• The peasant does not want to feed an old horse.

• The horse ignores the lion’s enraged roar.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

In order for his plan to work, what did the fox need the most?

• The horse had to be a good actor.

• The lion had to trust the fox.

• The horse had to be patient with the fox.

• The lion had to be hungry.

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

Which line of evidence from the folktale best illustrates aspects of the horse’s character?

• “The poor horse was very sad, and went into the forest to get a little shelter from the wind and weather.” (paragraph 2)

• “The horse did as he was told, and the fox went to the lion’s den, not far off, and said: ‘There is a dead horse out there.’ ” (paragraph 6)

• “When he had finished his work he patted the horse on the shoulder and said: ‘Pull, old grey! Pull!’ ” (paragraph 8)

• “But the horse let him roar and never stopped till he stood before his master’s door.” (paragraph 9)

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CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.K.5

What SKILL is need to answer the Following question: "Which TWO sentences belong in a summary of “The Fox and the Horse?”"

• central idea

• summarizing

• Pythagorean theorem

• volume

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which character in 'The Fox and the Horse' is known for their cunning nature?

• A) The Fox

• B) The Horse

• C) The Lion

• D) The Peasant

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CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What is the main theme of 'The Fox and the Horse'?

• A) Friendship and loyalty

• B) Deception and wit

• C) Courage and bravery

• D) Greed and power

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

In 'The Fox and the Horse', what does the fox promise to the horse?

• A) A new home

• B) A meal

• C) Help to return to his master

• D) Protection from the lion

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.9