Comprehending the Story of Tortoise and Rabbit
Questions:
5
Grade:
3
Words:
63
In the sunny meadow, speedy Rabbit loved to brag about how fast she could run. Tortoise, who was always calm and steady, challenged Rabbit to a race. Rabbit laughed and agreed, thinking she would surely win. But Tortoise remained calm and focused, moving slowly and steadily towards the finish line. In the end, it was Tortoise who won the race, not speedy Rabbit.
Question 1
What does the word 'brag' mean in the context?
A
to sleep
B
to run
C
to boast
Explanation. In the context, 'brag' means to boast or show off, in this case, Rabbit is showing off how fast she can run.
D
to eat
E
to read
Question 2
Why did Tortoise challenge Rabbit to a race?
A
Because Tortoise was bored
B
Because Tortoise wanted to lose
C
Because Tortoise wanted to show Rabbit that being fast isn't everything
Explanation. Tortoise wanted to demonstrate to Rabbit that being fast isn't always an advantage, as shown by the outcome of the race.
D
Because Tortoise wanted to make friends with Rabbit
E
Because Tortoise was faster
Question 3
How would you describe Rabbit's character?
A
Slow and steady
B
Calm
C
Arrogant and overconfident
Explanation. Rabbit is described as 'speedy' and enjoys bragging, which suggests she is overconfident and perhaps a bit arrogant.
D
Sad
E
Angry
Question 4
What can we infer about Tortoise's strategy in the race?
A
He was trying to be the fastest
B
He didn't have a strategy
C
He was taking breaks during the race
D
He was moving slowly and steadily towards the finish line
Explanation. The text mentions that Tortoise remained calm and focused, moving slowly and steadily towards the finish line.
E
He was trying to confuse Rabbit
Question 5
Is it true that Rabbit won the race?
A
True
B
False
Explanation. The story mentions that Tortoise won the race, not Rabbit.
C
Not mentioned in the text
D
Both Rabbit and Tortoise won
E
There was no race
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