What does Lapin do to solve his problem in the story?

Lapin pretends to be dead (plays possum) to trick Bouki and solve his problem.

Lapin runs away and hides in the forest.

Lapin asks Bouki for help directly.

How is humor shown in the story? Give one example.

Humor is shown when Lapin tricks Bouki by pretending to be dead.

Humor is shown when Lapin gives Bouki a treasure map.

Humor is shown when Bouki wins a race against Lapin.

Humor is shown when Lapin and Bouki bake a cake together.

Why do you think animals are often used as characters in folktales?

Animals are often used because they can represent human traits and make the story more interesting or relatable.

Animals are used because they are easier to draw than humans.

Animals are used because folktales are only for children.

Animals are used because there are no interesting human stories.

Folktales are usually passed down orally. Why is this important for the story?

Oral tradition helps preserve the story and allows it to be shared with new generations, often changing slightly with each telling.

It ensures the story is never forgotten by being written in books only.

Oral tradition makes the story less interesting for listeners.

It prevents the story from being changed or adapted over time.

What lesson does Lapin teach Bouki by the end of the story?

Lapin teaches Bouki not to be easily fooled and to think carefully before acting.

Lapin teaches Bouki to always trust strangers.

Lapin teaches Bouki that stealing is acceptable.

Lapin teaches Bouki to ignore advice from friends.

Choose one Cajun cultural element found in 'Lapin Plays Possum' and explain how it is shown in the story.

One Cajun cultural element is the use of animal trickster characters, which is shown through Lapin's cleverness.

The story highlights Cajun cuisine by describing traditional dishes in detail.

A Cajun cultural element is the use of French language throughout the story.

The story focuses on Cajun music and dance as a central theme.

How are folktales different from other fiction stories? Give one example from the story.

Folktales often teach a lesson or moral, such as Lapin teaching Bouki not to be fooled.

Folktales are always about real historical events.

Folktales never include animals as characters.

Folktales are only written in poetry form.

How do the illustrations in 'Lapin Plays Possum' show that it is a Cajun folktale?

The illustrations may show Cajun settings, clothing, or animals typical of Cajun culture.

The illustrations use only black and white colors.

The illustrations focus on futuristic technology.

The illustrations show only city landscapes.

List the four main story elements you learned about in class.

Characters, Setting, Problem, Solution

Title, Author, Genre, Publisher

Introduction, Climax, Conclusion, Theme

Plot, Dialogue, Illustration, Index

Using the story, fill in the chart: • Characters: ____________ • Setting: ____________ • Problem: ____________ • Solution: ____________

Characters: Lapin, Bouki Setting: Cajun countryside Problem: Bouki wants to catch Lapin Solution: Lapin pretends to be dead to escape

Characters: Bouki, Fox Setting: City park Problem: Bouki loses his hat Solution: Fox finds it for him

Characters: Lapin, Bear Setting: Mountain cave Problem: Lapin is lost Solution: Bear helps Lapin find the way home

Characters: Bouki, Lapin Setting: Desert Problem: Bouki is hungry Solution: Lapin gives Bouki food

What is special about the characters in a folktale?

Folktale characters often have exaggerated traits or represent certain morals or lessons.

Folktale characters are always based on real historical figures.

Folktale characters never face any challenges or obstacles.

Folktale characters are only found in modern stories.

Write a sentence about Lapin using “because.” Example: Lapin tricked Bouki because _______________.

Lapin tricked Bouki because he wanted to get more food.

Lapin tricked Bouki because he was afraid of Bouki.

Lapin tricked Bouki because he wanted to go to sleep early.

Lapin tricked Bouki because he wanted to help Bouki.

Write a sentence about Lapin using “but.” Example: Lapin’s pantry was bare, but _______________.

Answers will vary, but should be a sentence about Lapin using 'but.'

Answers will vary, but should be a sentence about Lapin using 'and.'

Answers will vary, but should be a sentence about Lapin using 'because.'

Answers will vary, but should be a sentence about Lapin using 'so.'

Lapin Plays Possum Worksheet

Authored by SHELIA SCOTT

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3rd Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a folktale?

A story that tells only about real events

A story passed down orally from one generation to the next

A news report

A story about only animals

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which is a common element of a folktale?

Spaceships

Talking animals with human traits

Scientific experiments

None of the above

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What problem does Lapin face at the start of the story?

He can’t find his way home

His pantry is empty, and he has no food

He lost his hat

He is moving to a new town

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In a trickster tale, what does the trickster usually do?

Fights with everyone

Tricks another character to solve a problem

Sings a song

Runs away

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word from the story means “my friend”?

crop

derrière

mon ami

compère

Tags

CCSS.RF.2.3C

CCSS.RF.2.3F

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Name the two main characters in "Lapin Plays Possum."

Lapin and Possum

Lapin and Turtle

Possum and Fox

Lapin and Bear

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where does "Lapin Plays Possum" take place?

Louisiana

Texas

Florida

Georgia

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.3.2

CCSS.RL.1.10

CCSS.RL.K.5

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