Understanding Fictional Story Elements

The video tutorial explores a fictional story about a woodcutter who transforms a fallen tree into a community zoo, fostering unity among townspeople. The story highlights themes of creativity, community involvement, and the hidden potential in seemingly ordinary things. Through predictions and reflections, viewers learn about character responses and the impact of the woodcutter's gift on the town.

What is a key characteristic of a fiction story?

• It is based on true events.

• It includes imaginary characters and events.

• It always has a happy ending.

• It is written in first person.

What is the essential question posed in the story?

• How can we protect the earth?

• How can we build a zoo?

• How can we make friends?

• How can we solve problems?

Why did the townspeople gather around the tree?

• To celebrate a festival.

• To discuss the fallen tree blocking the street.

• To plant a new tree.

• To have a picnic.

What was the woodcutter's initial reaction to the tree?

• He wanted to cut it for firewood.

• He saw potential for something more.

• He ignored it.

• He wanted to sell it.

What did the woodcutter do with the tree?

• He sold it to the city.

• He carved it into wooden animals.

• He burned it.

• He left it as it was.

How did the townspeople react to the woodcutter's surprise?

• They were indifferent.

• They were disappointed.

• They were angry.

• They were amazed and excited.

What did the townspeople do to help with the zoo?

• They built a fence.

• They painted the wooden animals.

• They planted trees.

• They cleaned the streets.

How did the townspeople's relationships change?

• They became competitive.

• They became more distant.

• They started talking and working together.

• They remained the same.

What was the woodcutter's decision regarding the city's offer?

• He refused to sell the zoo.

• He donated one piece to the museum.

• He sold the entire zoo.

• He ignored the offer.

What magical event happened at the end of the story?

• The animals came to life.

• The woodcutter left the town.

• The tree grew back.

• The townspeople disappeared.