Erlkönig by Johann Wolfgang von Goethe - Deutsch lernen

The transcript narrates a story inspired by Goethe's 'Erlkönig'. A father rides through the night with his child, who is tempted by the Erlkönig with promises of games and treasures. Despite the father's reassurances, the child is fearful. The journey ends tragically with the child's death, highlighting themes of denial, fear, and the supernatural.

What is the initial reaction of the father when the child expresses fear of the Erlkönig?

• He calls for help.

• He believes the child and becomes frightened.

• He dismisses the child's fear as a streak of fog.

• He stops the journey immediately.

What does the Erlkönig promise the child to entice him?

• A magical journey

• Beautiful games and golden robes

• A safe return home

• A new toy

How does the child react to the Erlkönig's whispers and promises?

• He ignores the whispers.

• He feels comforted and relaxed.

• He becomes more anxious and fearful.

• He laughs at the promises.

What does the father do when the child claims the Erlkönig is touching him?

• He speeds up to reach safety.

• He calls for help.

• He stops to confront the Erlkönig.

• He reassures the child that it's just the wind.

What is the outcome of the father's desperate ride to save his child?

• The child is saved and unharmed.

• The father defeats the Erlkönig.

• The Erlkönig disappears.

• The child is found dead upon arrival.