The Forest Bride

All of these elements that are characteristics of folktales are part of "The Forest Bride"

• the magical helper

• an evil spell

• a contest

• the rule of three

Which of these sentences best reflects the theme of this play?

• Just my luck that the tree I cut down didn't point toward the forest.

• Veikko didn't get the princess because of the direction the tree fell, but because he was a simple man who was kind even to a little mouse.

• Rye bread is good for hardworking folk such as us.

• Veikko, your sweetheart must be wealthy to make such a fine flour.

Which character in 'The Forest Bride' is considered the magical helper?

• The little mouse

• The evil witch

• The king

• The princess

What is the main theme of 'The Forest Bride'?

• The power of wealth

• The importance of kindness

• The strength of magic

• The value of hard work

In 'The Forest Bride', what does the tree symbolize when it falls?

• Luck

• Direction

• Strength

• Magic

Which of the following best describes the setting of 'The Forest Bride'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A dense forest

• A royal palace

What lesson does Veikko learn in 'The Forest Bride'?

• Greed leads to downfall

• Kindness is rewarded

• Magic solves all problems

• Hard work pays off

Which sentence best reflects the moral of 'The Forest Bride'?

• Always seek wealth and power.

• Kindness can lead to unexpected rewards.

• Magic is the solution to all problems.

• Hard work is the key to success.

What role does the little mouse play in 'The Forest Bride'?

• The antagonist

• The magical helper

• The ruler

• The victim

Which element is NOT a characteristic of 'The Forest Bride'?

• A magical helper

• An evil spell

• A contest

• A modern city setting