Panic Among the Animals

What caused the initial panic among the rabbits?

• A predator chasing them

• A loud thunderstorm

• A ripe fruit falling into the lake

• A lion roaring

Which animal starts the chain of fear by spreading the news of 'Plop'?

• The fox

• The rabbits

• The monkey

• The deer

Why does the lion with the long mane stop the fleeing animals?

• He wants to eat them

• He doubts the existence of 'Plop' and investigates

• He is also scared of 'Plop'

• He wants to join the group

What finally reveals the truth about 'Plop'?

• The rabbits confess it was a lie

• A second fruit falls into the lake

• The lion threatens the animals

• The fox admits he made it up

The word 'naught' in the story means:

• Something terrifying

• Nothing/zero importance

• A type of animal

• A loud noise

Explain how repetition is used in the story.

What is the moral of this story? How does it compare to 'Chicken Licken'?

Why do you think animals are used instead of humans in this folk tale?

How does the lion's reaction differ from the other animals? What does this teach us?

What role does nature play in the story?