Cinderella Story Comprehension Questions

The video is a reading of the fairy tale 'Cinderella'. It begins with an introduction to fairy tales, highlighting their make-believe nature and common phrases. The story follows Cinderella, a kind and beautiful girl mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. When her family is invited to a royal ball, Cinderella is left behind. Her fairy godmother appears, transforming her rags into a beautiful gown and sending her to the ball. There, she captivates the prince but must leave by midnight, losing a glass slipper. The prince searches the kingdom for the slipper's owner, eventually finding Cinderella. They marry and live happily ever after.

What is a common beginning phrase for fairy tales?

• In the beginning

• Long ago in a distant land

• Once upon a time

• In a galaxy far away

What is a common ending phrase for fairy tales?

• And they lived happily ever after

• And they continued their journey

• And they went their separate ways

• And they never met again

How is Cinderella described in the story?

• Shy, timid, and quiet

• Smart, kind, and beautiful

• Cunning, clever, and brave

• Rich, powerful, and famous

What was the relationship between Cinderella and her stepsisters?

• They were indifferent

• They were best friends

• They were supportive and loving

• They were jealous and unkind

What chores did Cinderella have to do?

• Mop floors and wash dishes

• Cook meals and tend the garden

• Feed animals and clean windows

• Sew clothes and paint walls

Why was Cinderella not allowed to go to the ball?

• She was feeling unwell

• She had no dress to wear

• Her stepmother forbade her

• She was too young

What did Cinderella do for her stepsisters before the ball?

• Cleaned their rooms

• Sewed their shoes

• Cooked their meals

• Ironed their dresses and fixed their bows

Who appeared to help Cinderella go to the ball?

• A fairy godmother

• A wise old man

• A magical tree

• A talking animal

What did the fairy godmother transform into a golden coach?

• A watermelon

• A pumpkin

• A coconut

• A large apple

What did Cinderella wish for while sitting by the fireplace?

• To go to the ball

• To have a new house

• To travel the world

• To meet new friends