Narrative Assessment

The Legend of Lake Toba

Orientation
Long ago in North Sumatra, there lived a lonely farmer who one day caught a golden fish. To his surprise, the fish turned into a beautiful woman. They got married, and the woman asked him to keep her origin a secret. Soon, they had a son who grew up spoiled and lazy.

Complication
One day, the son made his father angry, and the farmer shouted that the boy was “the son of a fish.” His wife was shocked because the farmer had broken his promise. Heartbroken, she returned to her form as a fish and disappeared into the lake.

Resolution
Suddenly, heavy rain poured, the ground shook, and water filled the valley. The place turned into a large lake, which is now known as Lake Toba.

What is the main moral value of the story?

• Always keep your promises

• Respect nature.

• Work hard to be rich.

• Love your family.

The Legend of Lake Toba

Orientation
Long ago in North Sumatra, there lived a lonely farmer who one day caught a golden fish. To his surprise, the fish turned into a beautiful woman. They got married, and the woman asked him to keep her origin a secret. Soon, they had a son who grew up spoiled and lazy.

Complication
One day, the son made his father angry, and the farmer shouted that the boy was “the son of a fish.” His wife was shocked because the farmer had broken his promise. Heartbroken, she returned to her form as a fish and disappeared into the lake.

Resolution
Suddenly, heavy rain poured, the ground shook, and water filled the valley. The place turned into a large lake, which is now known as Lake Toba.

Which statements are TRUE?

1. 1. The farmer married a magical fish.

2. 2. They had a lazy son.

3. 3. The father always respected his wife.

4. 4. The lake was created after a curse.

• 1 , 3, 4

• 2, 3,4

• 1, 2, 4

• 1, 2, 3

The Legend of Lake Toba

Orientation
Long ago in North Sumatra, there lived a lonely farmer who one day caught a golden fish. To his surprise, the fish turned into a beautiful woman. They got married, and the woman asked him to keep her origin a secret. Soon, they had a son who grew up spoiled and lazy.

Complication
One day, the son made his father angry, and the farmer shouted that the boy was “the son of a fish.” His wife was shocked because the farmer had broken his promise. Heartbroken, she returned to her form as a fish and disappeared into the lake.

Resolution
Suddenly, heavy rain poured, the ground shook, and water filled the valley. The place turned into a large lake, which is now known as Lake Toba.

True/False:
a. The farmer promised not to reveal his wife’s origin.
b. The son was hardworking and kind.
c. The lake appeared after the w. oman left
d. The farmer became rich at the end.

Groups:

(a) TRUE

,

(b) FALSE

• The farmer became rich at the end.

• The lake appeared after the woman left

• The son was hardworking and kind

• The farmer promised not to reveal his wife’s origin

The Legend of Lake Toba

Orientation
Long ago in North Sumatra, there lived a lonely farmer who one day caught a golden fish. To his surprise, the fish turned into a beautiful woman. They got married, and the woman asked him to keep her origin a secret. Soon, they had a son who grew up spoiled and lazy.

Complication
One day, the son made his father angry, and the farmer shouted that the boy was “the son of a fish.” His wife was shocked because the farmer had broken his promise. Heartbroken, she returned to her form as a fish and disappeared into the lake.

Resolution
Suddenly, heavy rain poured, the ground shook, and water filled the valley. The place turned into a large lake, which is now known as Lake Toba.

What caused the woman to leave?

• Her husband broke the promise

• Her son was lazy.

• She missed her family.

• She wanted to live in the lake.

The Legend of Lake Toba

Orientation
Long ago in North Sumatra, there lived a lonely farmer who one day caught a golden fish. To his surprise, the fish turned into a beautiful woman. They got married, and the woman asked him to keep her origin a secret. Soon, they had a son who grew up spoiled and lazy.

Complication
One day, the son made his father angry, and the farmer shouted that the boy was “the son of a fish.” His wife was shocked because the farmer had broken his promise. Heartbroken, she returned to her form as a fish and disappeared into the lake.

Resolution
Suddenly, heavy rain poured, the ground shook, and water filled the valley. The place turned into a large lake, which is now known as Lake Toba.

What can we learn from the story?

1. 1. A broken promise leads to disaster.

2. 2. We should honor agreements.

3. 3. Being lazy brings fortune.

4. 4. Respect between family members is important.

• 1, 2, 4

• 1, 2, 3

• 2, 3, 4

• 1, 3, 4

Cinderella

Orientation
Once upon a time, there was a beautiful girl named Cinderella who lived with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. They treated her badly and made her do all the housework. Despite her suffering, Cinderella remained kind and gentle.

Complication
One day, the king invited all young women to a royal ball. Cinderella wanted to go, but her stepmother forbade her. Suddenly, a fairy godmother appeared and magically gave her a beautiful gown and glass slippers. At the ball, Cinderella danced with the prince, but at midnight she had to leave, leaving one slipper behind.

Resolution
The prince searched the kingdom with the glass slipper. When he found Cinderella, the slipper fit her perfectly. They got married and lived happily ever after.

Who helped Cinderella go to the ball?

• Her stepmother

• Her stepsisters

• A fairy godmother

• The prince

Cinderella

Orientation
Once upon a time, there was a beautiful girl named Cinderella who lived with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. They treated her badly and made her do all the housework. Despite her suffering, Cinderella remained kind and gentle.

Complication
One day, the king invited all young women to a royal ball. Cinderella wanted to go, but her stepmother forbade her. Suddenly, a fairy godmother appeared and magically gave her a beautiful gown and glass slippers. At the ball, Cinderella danced with the prince, but at midnight she had to leave, leaving one slipper behind.

Resolution
The prince searched the kingdom with the glass slipper. When he found Cinderella, the slipper fit her perfectly. They got married and lived happily ever after.

Which events are correct?

1. 1. Cinderella was treated badly.

2. 2. The fairy godmother helped her.

3. 3. The prince used a slipper to find her.

4. 4. Her stepsisters supported her.

• 1, 2, 3

• 2, 3, 4

• 1, 3, 4

• 1, 2, 4

Cinderella

Orientation
Once upon a time, there was a beautiful girl named Cinderella who lived with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. They treated her badly and made her do all the housework. Despite her suffering, Cinderella remained kind and gentle.

Complication
One day, the king invited all young women to a royal ball. Cinderella wanted to go, but her stepmother forbade her. Suddenly, a fairy godmother appeared and magically gave her a beautiful gown and glass slippers. At the ball, Cinderella danced with the prince, but at midnight she had to leave, leaving one slipper behind.

Resolution
The prince searched the kingdom with the glass slipper. When he found Cinderella, the slipper fit her perfectly. They got married and lived happily ever after.

True/False:

Groups:

(a) TRUE

,

(b) FALSE

• The fairy godmother gave her a gown.

• She never met the prince again

• Cinderella had two kind stepsisters

• Cinderella lost a glass slipper

Cinderella

Orientation
Once upon a time, there was a beautiful girl named Cinderella who lived with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. They treated her badly and made her do all the housework. Despite her suffering, Cinderella remained kind and gentle.

Complication
One day, the king invited all young women to a royal ball. Cinderella wanted to go, but her stepmother forbade her. Suddenly, a fairy godmother appeared and magically gave her a beautiful gown and glass slippers. At the ball, Cinderella danced with the prince, but at midnight she had to leave, leaving one slipper behind.

Resolution
The prince searched the kingdom with the glass slipper. When he found Cinderella, the slipper fit her perfectly. They got married and lived happily ever after.

What is the moral value of the story?

• Kindness brings happiness

• Beauty is the most important thing

• Obey your stepsisters.

• Always be rich to be happy.

Cinderella

Orientation
Once upon a time, there was a beautiful girl named Cinderella who lived with her cruel stepmother and stepsisters. They treated her badly and made her do all the housework. Despite her suffering, Cinderella remained kind and gentle.

Complication
One day, the king invited all young women to a royal ball. Cinderella wanted to go, but her stepmother forbade her. Suddenly, a fairy godmother appeared and magically gave her a beautiful gown and glass slippers. At the ball, Cinderella danced with the prince, but at midnight she had to leave, leaving one slipper behind.

Resolution
The prince searched the kingdom with the glass slipper. When he found Cinderella, the slipper fit her perfectly. They got married and lived happily ever after.

Which lessons can we learn?

1. 1. Be patient in facing problems.

2. 2. Goodness will be rewarded.

3. 3. Jealousy makes people kind.

4. 4. Miracles can happen to kind people.

• 1, 2, 4

• 1, 2, 3

• 2, 3, 4

• 1, 3, 4