Q3- HW 4 Dragon Dragon

What is one of the main themes in "Dragon, Dragon" by John Gardner?

• The power of friendship

• The importance of wisdom and cleverness

• The inevitability of fate

• The struggle for power

How does the youngest son develop his personality throughout the story?

• He becomes more arrogant and self-centered.

• He learns to trust his instincts and use his intelligence.

• He becomes more fearful and timid.

• He learns to rely on others for help.

What does the dragon symbolize in the story?

• A challenge to be overcome

• A source of wisdom

• A representation of nature

• A symbol of friendship

Which event marks the climax of the story?

• The king announcing a reward for slaying the dragon

• The youngest son confronting the dragon

• The dragon attacking the village

• The eldest son attempting to defeat the dragon

What is the author's purpose in writing "Dragon, Dragon"?

• To entertain with a humorous twist on a classic tale

• To inform about medieval history

• To persuade readers to believe in magic

• To describe the life of a dragon

What inference can be made about the king's character based on his actions?

• He is wise and fair.

• He is indecisive and can't do anything by himself

• He is greedy and selfish.

• He is brave and noble.

What figurative language is used to describe the dragon in the story?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

How does the author use humor in the story?

• By making the dragon a clumsy character

• By having the king tell jokes

• By using puns and wordplay

• By making the villagers act foolishly

What lesson does the youngest son learn by the end of the story?

• Bravery is more important than intelligence.

• Listening to advice can lead to success.

• Strength is the key to overcoming obstacles.

• Wealth is the ultimate goal.

Which character trait best describes the youngest son?

• Arrogant

• Clever

• Lazy

• Cowardly