Leprechaun Story Comprehension Quiz

Which statement best describes the theme of the story?

• Clever people are always greedy.

• Never fall asleep in front of a leprechaun.

• Leprechauns will always outsmart humans.

• Pride and greed can make you easy to fool.

How does Michael feel about himself throughout the story?

• Michael believes that he is more clever than everyone else.

• Michael thinks that you do not have to be clever if you are honest.

• Michael knows that he is clever, but the leprechauns make him nervous.

• Michael feels that working hard is important, but being clever matters more.

Which detail gives the best clue to the meaning of the word "crock" in paragraph 9?

• "The leprechaun hung there, pitiful and powerless." (Paragraph 6)

• With a sad wave of the leprechaun's hand, a tiny pot appeared nearby." (Paragraph 8)

• "'Is this all the gold you have?'" (Paragraph 10)

• "Now he'll laugh at me for having been outwitted myself." (Paragraph 11)

How does paragraph 26 add to the story?

• It explains the plot.

• It describes the setting.

• It presents the solution.

• It introduces the conflict.

What is the meaning of "doze" as it is used in paragraph 31?

• to trip and fall

• a short light sleep

• freezing with cold

• to tear something down