DAY 04 | STORY | The Wicked Tricks of Till Owlyglass

Old man Horst tells a story about Till Owlglass, a young man who leaves home after his mother throws him out for being lazy. Till ventures to Magdeburg, where he tricks people in the market with fake flea powder and a 'wonder horse.' Despite being caught, Till continues his antics by pretending he can fly, ultimately revealing the townspeople as bigger fools. Horst concludes the story, and the boys leave without getting the medicine they sought.

What did Till Owlyglass practice at home?

What did Till's mother say to him before he left home?

How did Till plan to make money in the market?

What did Till sell to the people in the market?

Describe the trick Till played with the old horse.

How did Till respond to the accusations of being a cheat?

What did Till do after realizing the crowd was angry?

What was the reaction of the crowd when Till claimed he could fly?

What lesson did Till convey to the crowd at the town hall?

What was the final fate of Till Owlyglass in Magdeburg?