Beauty and the Beast Comprehension Questions

The story follows a merchant who loses his fortune and moves to the countryside with his daughters. The youngest, Beauty, is kind and selfless. When the merchant encounters a Beast after picking a rose for Beauty, he must promise to send one of his daughters to the Beast. Beauty takes her father's place and grows fond of the Beast. After returning home to care for her sick father, Beauty realizes she loves the Beast. Her love breaks the spell, transforming the Beast into a prince. They marry and live happily ever after.

What was the merchant's financial situation at the beginning of the story?

• He was very wealthy.

• He was a successful businessman.

• He was just starting his business.

• He had lost his entire fortune.

How did the merchant's two older daughters react to their new life in the country?

• They complained bitterly.

• They were indifferent.

• They were excited about the change.

• They were supportive of their father.

What did Beauty request from her father as a gift?

• A book

• A piece of jewelry

• A white rose

• A new dress

What did the merchant find when he entered the palace?

• A treasure chest

• A group of people

• A sleeping beast

• A grand feast

What was the Beast's reaction when the merchant picked a rose?

• He was furious.

• He was indifferent.

• He was pleased.

• He was amused.

What condition did the Beast set for sparing the merchant's life?

• The merchant must never return.

• One of the merchant's daughters must take his place.

• The merchant must give him all his wealth.

• The merchant must work for him.

How did Beauty respond to her father's predicament with the Beast?

• She asked her sisters to go instead.

• She agreed to take her father's place.

• She refused to go.

• She suggested they run away.

What did the Beast give Beauty to comfort her?

• A magic mirror

• A golden necklace

• A beautiful dress

• A pet

How did Beauty's feelings towards the Beast change over time?

• She remained indifferent.

• She grew to dislike him.

• She grew fond of him.

• She feared him more.

Why did Beauty decide to return home from the palace?

• She was homesick.

• Her father was ill.

• She was tired of the palace.

• The Beast asked her to leave.