Baba Yaga and Vasalisa: A Russian Folk Tale Quiz

What is one constant characteristic of Baba Yaga in Russian folklore?

• She lives in a castle.

• She always helps people.

• She eats people.

• She is always young and beautiful.

Why did Vasalisa's stepmother and stepsisters dislike her?

• Because she was lazy.

• Because she was unkind.

• Because she was beautiful and popular.

• Because she was wealthy.

What magical item did Vasalisa's mother give her?

• A secret doll.

• A magic book.

• A golden ring.

• A magic wand.

What task did Baba Yaga first ask Vasalisa to complete?

• To fetch water from the river.

• To make dinner for Baba Yaga.

• To clean the entire house.

• To sew a dress.

How did Vasalisa manage to complete the impossible tasks given by Baba Yaga?

• She asked for help from the villagers.

• She had help from her magical doll.

• She used a magic spell.

• She used her strength and determination.

What did Vasalisa bring back from Baba Yaga's hut?

• A bag of gold.

• A magic broom.

• A skull with burning eyes.

• A magic potion.

What happened to Vasalisa's stepmother and stepsisters when they looked into the skull?

• They were granted magical powers.

• They were turned into stone.

• They were blinded by the light.

• Their eyes caught fire and they perished.

What was Vasalisa's fate after the events with Baba Yaga?

• She became a famous artist.

• She returned to her stepfamily.

• She married the Czar.

• She became a witch.

What is the main theme of Baba Yaga's character in the story?

• She is a guardian of the forest.

• She represents the unpredictability of fate.

• She is a symbol of pure evil.

• She is a misunderstood hero.

How does the video suggest Baba Yaga is present in modern times?

• She lives in a hidden village.

• She appears in dreams.

• She is a character in video games.

• She is all over the Internet.