John Henry's Strength and Sacrifice

The video is a read-aloud of 'John Henry' by Julius Lester, narrated by Mr. Paul. It tells the story of John Henry, a legendary figure known for his incredible strength and determination. From his miraculous birth to his feats of strength, including racing against Fret Face Freddy and breaking a massive boulder, John Henry's story culminates in a contest against a steam drill. Despite winning, he dies from exhaustion, leaving a legacy of human triumph over machines. The story highlights themes of sacrifice, nature, and the human spirit.

What is the main theme introduced at the beginning of the story?

• The cost of achieving the impossible

• The beauty of nature

• The importance of family

• The power of friendship

What unusual event happened when John Henry was born?

• Animals and a unicorn came to see him

• He spoke his first words

• He built a house

• He ran a race

How did John Henry prove his strength as a child?

• By taming a wild horse

• By lifting a mountain

• By building a bridge

• By growing rapidly and breaking through the roof

What was the outcome of the race between John Henry and Fret Face Freddy?

• John Henry won and Fret Face Freddy became nice

• Fret Face Freddy won by a small margin

• John Henry lost the race

• The race ended in a tie

What challenge did John Henry face with the road crew?

• Building a bridge

• Clearing a forest

• Breaking a massive boulder

• Digging a tunnel

How did John Henry defeat the boulder?

• By using his sledgehammers

• By using dynamite

• With his bare hands

• With a steam drill

What was the significance of the rainbow in John Henry's story?

• It marked the end of the story

• It was a magical power

• It symbolized hope and his connection to nature

• It was a sign of rain

What was the outcome of John Henry's contest with the steam drill?

• The steam drill won

• John Henry refused to compete

• It ended in a draw

• John Henry won but lost his life

What lesson does the story of John Henry convey about human effort?

• Machines will always win

• Human effort is futile

• The value of human effort and sacrifice

• Nature is more powerful than humans

How is John Henry's story similar to modern superhero tales?

• He has a sidekick

• He possesses superhuman strength and spirit

• He can fly

• He has a secret identity