1.3 "Kitoto the Mighty"

Why does Kitoto think the river is powerful?

• The water stays cool.

• It pushes away rocks and big trees.

• The sound of the water reaches the mountain.

• The sound of the water scared the hawk away.

What figurative language is "the sun, wrapped in a blanket, shivered in the chill of dusk" an example of?

• personification

• simile

• metaphor

• alliteration

Why is the wind more powerful than the sun?

• It can blow the sun out of the way.

• It can hide the sun's view with the clouds.

• It can do cool tricks in the sky.

• It can gather more things together for a group.

How does Kitoto keep introducing himself?

• more Savannah like

• smaller

• longer words

• more powerful

How does the mountain have human qualities? Choose all that apply.

• It has a face with teeth.

• It can talk.

• It can walk.

• It can cry when it is sad.

How would you describe the mountain once Kitoto entered inside? Choose all that apply.

• Dark pathways

• Huge maze of tunnels

• Little pebbles lighting the way.

• Smooth, cool walls.

How does Kitoto feel after meeting and spending time with Kigego?

• Worried that he can't thank Kigego enough.

• Excited to play more games.

• Unsure if they will both be safe.

• Hopeful that they will learn from each other.

What is a theme for this story?

• Nature is full of mysteries.

• Even the small can be powerful.

• Helping old friends is important.

• Leaving home can be frightening.