Rainbow Crow Story Comprehension

Miss Torres reads a story about Rainbow Crow, based on a Lenape myth. In a warm forest, Rainbow Crow and his friends, Owl and Coyote, face a sudden snowfall. The animals are unprepared for the cold, so they decide someone must ask the sun for warmth. Coyote and Owl cannot go, so Rainbow Crow volunteers. He flies to the sun, which cannot provide warmth but gives him a fiery stick to melt the snow. On his return, Rainbow Crow's feathers turn black from smoke, and he loses his singing voice. Despite this, he saves the forest, and the animals honor his bravery.

What is the origin of the story 'Rainbow Crow'?

• A modern fairy tale

• A fictional novel

• A historical event

• A retelling of a Lenape myth

Who are Rainbow Crow's friends in the forest?

• Bear and Fox

• Owl and Coyote

• Deer and Rabbit

• Eagle and Wolf

How do the animals feel when it starts to snow?

• Excited and happy

• Indifferent and calm

• Angry and frustrated

• Scared and unprepared

Why does Coyote not volunteer to go to the sun?

• He is too busy with other tasks

• He cannot fly and is known for playing tricks

• He is too lazy

• He is afraid of the sun

Who ultimately decides to go to the sun?

• Bear

• Rainbow Crow

• Owl

• Coyote

What challenges does Rainbow Crow face on his journey to the sun?

• Heavy rain and thunderstorms

• Heavy snow, fog, and wind

• Desert heat and sandstorms

• Darkness and cold

What does the sun offer to Rainbow Crow to help the animals?

• Fire to melt the snow and ice

• A warm blanket

• A map to a warmer place

• A magical potion

What happens to Rainbow Crow as he returns from the sun?

• He loses his memory

• He finds a new home

• His feathers turn black from smoke

• He gets lost in the forest

How do the animals react when Rainbow Crow returns?

• They ignore him

• They are disappointed

• They cheer and celebrate

• They are angry with him

What is the moral of the story?

• Never trust strangers

• Hard work always pays off

• Always follow the rules

• Bravery and selflessness are always remembered