The Fox and the Horse

Why does the horse decide to follow the fox's plan without knowing what it is?

• because the horse has lost his self-confidence

• because the fox has helped him before

• because the fox knows where the lion's den is

• because the horse is lonely

Part B: Which quote from the folktale best illustrates the answer to Part A?

• "A peasant once had a faithful horse, but it had grown old and could no longer do its work." (Paragraph 1)

• "'Alas!' answered the horse, 'avarice and honesty cannot live together!'" (Paragraph )3

• "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)

• "But the horse let him roar, and never stopped till he stood before his master's door." (Paragraph 9)

Which statement best expresses the main theme of 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.

Which sentence belongs in a summary of "The Fox and the Horse"?

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

• The old horse is sent away by his owner.

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

• The horse ignores the lion's enraged roar.

Which additional sentence belongs in a summary of "The Fox and the Horse"?

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

• The fox promises the lion a special meal.

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

• The master forgot the horse's may years of service.

What does the fox need most for his plan to work?

• the horse must be stern with the fox

• the horse must afraid of the lion

• the lion must believe the fox's lie

• the lion must have a den

Which statement best expresses the main theme of 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

What is the main conflict in 'The Fox and the Horse'?

• A) The horse is too old to work and is abandoned by its owner.

• B) The fox is trying to trick the horse.

• C) The lion wants to eat the horse.

• D) The horse is trying to find a new home.

Which character trait best describes the fox in the story?

• A) Honest

• B) Cunning

• C) Lazy

• D) Brave

What lesson does the horse learn by the end of the story?

• A) Trust in friends can lead to unexpected help.

• B) Hard work always pays off.

• C) It's important to be independent.

• D) Never trust a fox.