The Lamplighter and the Little Prince

The Little Prince visits a small, curious planet inhabited by a lamplighter. Despite the absurdity of his task, the lamplighter's work has meaning, as he lights and extinguishes a lamp every minute due to the planet's rapid rotation. The Little Prince offers a solution to help the lamplighter rest, but the lamplighter is bound by his duty. The Little Prince admires the lamplighter's dedication and reflects on the beauty of sunsets, ultimately continuing his journey with a sense of regret for leaving a potential friend behind.

What is unique about the fifth planet?

• It is covered in water.

• It has many houses.

• It is the smallest planet.

• It has a large population.

What does the lamplighter do on the fifth planet?

• He plants trees.

• He lights and extinguishes a lamp.

• He builds houses.

• He counts stars.

Why does the lamplighter find his job difficult?

• The planet rotates faster now.

• He has to light multiple lamps.

• The planet has stopped rotating.

• He has to travel to different planets.

How often does the lamplighter light and extinguish the lamp?

• Once a day.

• Once an hour.

• Once a minute.

• Once a second.

What does the lamplighter use to wipe his forehead?

• A blue handkerchief.

• A red checkered handkerchief.

• A white towel.

• A green cloth.

What does the lamplighter miss the most due to the planet's faster rotation?

• Reading books.

• Eating meals.

• Sleeping and resting.

• Talking to friends.

What solution does the Little Prince offer to the lamplighter?

• To move to another planet.

• To walk slowly to stay in the sunlight.

• To light the lamp only at night.

• To stop lighting the lamp altogether.

What does the Little Prince remember when he sees the lamplighter?

• The flowers on his planet.

• The stars in the sky.

• The mountains he climbed.

• The sunsets he used to watch.

Why does the Little Prince admire the lamplighter?

• Because he is very intelligent.

• Because he is dedicated to his job.

• Because he is very strong.

• Because he is very wealthy.

Why does the Little Prince think the lamplighter is not ridiculous?

• Because he is very rich.

• Because he takes care of something other than himself.

• Because he is very serious.

• Because he is very funny.