Sheep and Pig Set Up Housekeeping

1. Why did Sheep decide to leave the farm?

• He wanted to find his friend Pig.

• He heard he was going to become food.

• He didn’t like his pen.

• He was bored and wanted adventure.

What made the animals decide to live together?

• They were tired of being alone.

• They were forced out by the farmer.

• They all wanted to build a home and avoid becoming food.

• They liked exploring the woods.

What did each animal contribute to building the house?

• Everyone watched while Sheep built it.

• Each animal brought food for the group.

• They all used their special skills to help with the house.

• Only the pig worked; others relaxed.

Why did the wolves stay away after their first visit?

• They didn’t like the house.

• They were scared off by the animals and thought they were humans.

• They found better neighbors.

• They forgot where the house was.

What is one reason this story is a folktale?

• It has a moral and talking animals.

• It is a news article.

• It is nonfiction with real people.

What does the word disbelief mean in this sentence?

“The sheep listened in disbelief.”

• He was very sleepy.

• He was surprised and couldn’t believe it.

• He was happy.

• He was angry.

What does dismay mean in this sentence?

"What can we do?" squealed the pig in dismay.

• Excitement

• Joy

• Sadness or fear

• Confidence

Which sentence best shows the meaning of fabulous?

• The rooster said it was a fabulous day.

• The animals were sleeping.

• The house was dark and cold.

• The pig was running from the wolf.

What does the word unique mean?

• Boring

• Very special or one-of-a-kind

• Silly

• Easy

What does watchful mean in this sentence?

• Sleepy

• Caring

• Always alert and paying attention

• Hungry