Alligator Story Comprehension Questions

The story revolves around a selfish alligator who refuses to share his river with other animals. One day, he suffers from a severe toothache, and a brave mouse helps him by removing the broken tooth. In gratitude, the alligator allows all animals to use the river, leading to a harmonious life in the forest. The story teaches the importance of selflessness, friendship, and helping others.

What is the main characteristic of the alligator at the beginning of the story?

• Generous

• Selfish

• Friendly

• Curious

How did the alligator react when other creatures approached the river?

• He welcomed them

• He ignored them

• He threatened to eat them

• He shared the water

What was the alligator's daily routine?

• Playing with other animals

• Swimming in the river

• Lying on his back and picking his teeth

• Hunting for food

What did the creatures initially think when they heard the alligator groaning?

• He was in pain

• He was angry

• He found someone near the river

• He was playing a trick

What was the mouse's reaction to the alligator's pain?

• He laughed at the alligator

• He ran away

• He decided to help

• He ignored it

What did the mouse find inside the alligator's mouth?

• A stick

• A small fish

• A broken tooth

• A piece of food

How did the alligator feel after the mouse removed the tooth?

• Sleepy

• Hungry

• Relieved

• Angry

What did the mouse request from the alligator as a reward?

• A shiny object

• A new home

• A piece of food

• Permission for forest creatures to use the river

What change occurred in the river after the alligator allowed others to use it?

• It became smaller

• It was filled with water animals

• It became polluted

• It dried up

What is the main lesson from the story?

• Helping others can lead to friendship

• Being selfish is beneficial

• Animals should avoid rivers

• Alligators are dangerous