Lessons from Palui's Journey

The story follows Palui, a diligent 15-year-old boy from a Diak village in central Kalimantan. When his father falls ill, Palui takes on the responsibility of fishing alone. During his adventure, he encounters beautiful birds and attempts to catch them, leading to an unexpected flight. Through this experience, Palui learns valuable lessons about respecting nature and considering the consequences of his actions. The narrative emphasizes family support and learning from experiences.

What is the setting of the story 'The Legend of Palui'?

• A coastal town

• A bustling city

• A remote village in central Kalimantan

• A desert oasis

What is the primary occupation of Palui's father?

• Hunter

• Fisherman

• Farmer

• Trader

How does Palui feel about helping his parents?

• He dislikes it

• He is indifferent

• He loves to help them

• He feels forced

Why does Palui have to go fishing alone?

• His father is busy with other work

• His siblings were not interested

• His father fell ill

• He wanted to explore the river

What does Palui use to navigate the river?

• A large ship

• A small boat

• A raft

• A canoe

What does Palui decide to do when he sees the beautiful birds?

• He ignores them

• He takes pictures of them

• He tries to catch them with a fishing net

• He feeds them

What types of birds does Palui see?

• Eagles and sparrows

• Owls and hawks

• Tingang, purnai, and murai birds

• Parrots and doves

What unexpected event happens to Palui after setting the net?

• He catches a large fish

• He gets lost in the forest

• He is lifted into the air by the birds

• He falls into the river

What lesson does Palui learn at the end of the story?

• To build a bigger net

• To never go fishing alone

• To always catch as many birds as possible

• To respect nature and think about the consequences of his actions

What does Palui promise his parents at the end of the story?

• To never fish again

• To not repeat his mistake

• To catch more birds

• To build a new house