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WorksheetsSeadna and the Devil Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
What was Seadna’s occupation?
Farmer
Shoemaker
Blacksmith
Carpenter
Where did Seadna live?
A cottage in the middle of Ireland
A city in England
A castle by the sea
A mansion in the forest
How did Seadna spend most of his free time?
Reading books
Playing cards, eating, and drinking
Traveling around Ireland
Working long hours
What unusual offer did the stranger make to Seadna?
Eternal youth
A fortune for a year and three wishes
A powerful sword
A magical ring
Who was the stranger?
A king
The Devil
A wise old man
An angel
Why did Seadna agree to the Devil’s plan?
He was afraid of the Devil
He didn’t believe in spirits
He was a crafty man who thought he could trick the Devil
He wanted to help the Devil
What was Seadna’s first wish?
To have endless wealth
To have anyone who sat on his stool stick to it
To live a long life
To own a grand house
What happened when the Devil tried to sit on Seadna’s stool?
He felt sleepy
He got stuck and couldn’t get up
He disappeared
He laughed at Seadna
Seadna’s second wish was that anyone who plucked an apple from his tree would:
Grow stronger
Stick to the tree
Become wealthier
Become his servant
When the Devil returned the second year, what trick did Seadna use?
He trapped him in a chest
He asked him to pluck an apple
He made him sit on the stool again
He cast a spell
How did Seadna trap the Devil in the purse?
He hid the purse in his pocket
He tricked the Devil into shrinking and jumping in
He glued the purse shut
He tied the purse to the stool
What does Seadna do with the purse containing the Devil?
Throws it into a river
Takes it to a priest
Brings it to a blacksmith to be hammered
Hides it under his bed
Which of the following best describes Seadna’s personality?
Generous and giving
Crafty and clever
Easily frightened
Shy and humble
Why does Seadna continue to trick the Devil?
To keep his money
To impress others
Because he fears the Devil
Because he wants more wishes
What theme is highlighted by Seadna’s ability to outwit the Devil?
Hard work leads to success
Intelligence and cleverness can overcome evil
Greed leads to disaster
Friendship is essential in life
Which trait of the Devil makes him easy for Seadna to trick?
His generosity
His greed and pride
His kindness
His honesty
What message does the story convey about making deals with the Devil?
You will always win
Be careful whom you trust
Never make deals with anyone
Friendship is more valuable than wealth
How is Seadna different from a typical hero?
He uses wit rather than strength
He is brave and courageous
He is wealthy and powerful
He is known for his kindness
How does the story portray the Devil?
Foolish and greedy
Kind and misunderstood
Powerful and wise
Generous and forgiving
What lesson does Seadna’s encounter with the Devil teach?
Wealth is worth any cost
Being clever can protect you from harm
Always share your wealth
Beware of tricking others
