Animal Transformations and Fire Retrieval

The storyteller shares his spontaneous approach to storytelling, recounting the tale of how animals tried to retrieve fire. Various animals, including Raccoon, Raven, Snake, and Owl, attempt and fail due to fear and injury. Ultimately, the small Water Spider succeeds, teaching the lesson that even the smallest can achieve great things.

What does the storyteller rely on when he begins a performance?

• A storytelling partner

• A collection of stories in his mind

• A written script

• Audience suggestions

What prompts the bear to call a council meeting?

• The animals are hungry

• A storm is approaching

• A fire is seen on a distant island

• The animals are fighting

What happens to the raccoon when he tries to get the fire?

• He successfully brings back the fire

• He finds a new home

• He gets burned and changes color

• He gets lost in the woods

What characteristic does the Raven gain after his attempt?

• A louder voice

• A longer beak

• A shorter tail

• Black feathers

How does the snake react when it encounters the fire?

• It gets scared and moves its head back and forth

• It becomes more colorful

• It learns to fly

• It becomes faster

What is the owl's new feature after attempting to get the fire?

• A brighter beak

• Orange eyes

• A deeper hoot

• A longer wingspan

What is the water spider's plan to retrieve the fire?

• To fly over the fire

• To dig under the tree and use a pot

• To ask the bear for help

• To swim around the fire

What lesson does the story of the first fire teach?

• Fire is dangerous and should be avoided

• Animals should work alone

• Size does not determine capability

• Only the strongest can succeed

Which animal finally succeeds in bringing back the fire?

• Snake

• Raven

• Raccoon

• Water Spider

What does the bear do after the fire is brought back?

• He gathers sticks to keep the fire going

• He calls another council meeting

• He eats the fire

• He thanks the water spider