Themes and Lessons in Fables

The video features three fables by Arnold Lobel. In 'The Hen and the Apple Tree,' a hen outsmarts a wolf disguised as a tree. 'The Frogs at the Rainbow's End' tells of frogs seeking treasure but finding danger instead. 'The Mouse at the Seashore' follows a mouse's perilous journey to see the ocean, ultimately finding peace and happiness.

What unusual feature did the hen notice about the apple tree?

• It had a sweet fragrance

• It was very tall

• It had furry toes

• It had golden leaves

What did the hen find odd about the apple tree?

• It was taller than her house

• It had a sweet smell

• It appeared overnight

• It was growing apples in winter

What did the tree invite the hen to do?

• Sing a song

• Rest against its trunk

• Eat its apples

• Climb its branches

What did the hen notice about the tree's ears?

• They were colorful

• They were covered in leaves

• They were long and pointed

• They were missing

What did the tree claim about its leaves?

• They are always green

• They fall in autumn

• They change color

• They never fall

What is the main theme of 'The Hen and the Apple Tree'?

• The joy of discovery

• The value of hard work

• The importance of friendship

• The danger of deception

How did the hen react when she discovered the tree's true identity?

• She called for help

• She closed her shutters and window

• She ran away in fear

• She invited the wolf inside

What did the hen do after realizing the tree was a wolf?

• She confronted the wolf

• She closed her shutters

• She ran away

• She called for help

What did the frogs hope to find at the end of the rainbow?

• A cave filled with treasures

• A field of flowers

• A magical pond

• A pot of gold

What did the frogs believe was at the end of the rainbow?

• A new home

• A magical pond

• A treasure cave

• A field of flowers