Hodja
What does Hodja mean?
teacher
How did Nisa respond to Hodja when he told her to feed the donkey?
She said she wouldn't do it.
Why did the robber choose Hodja's home as a target to steal things?
It was so quiet he thought no one was home.
p. 8 crept
walked quietly
Why could you describe Hodja as stubborn?
He argues with his wife about feeding the donkey
How did Nisa feel when Hodja suggested the contest?
She was happy he stopped talking/arguing.
What did the robber think when he first saw Hodja?
He was sleeping.
p. 9 stuff
push inside, or cram it in
Why could you describe Hodja as foolish?
He lets the the robber take the donkey instead of talking because he wanted to win the contest
How did Nisa feel when Hodja announced the winner of the contest?
Disappointed that Hodja had the chance to stop the robber but didn't.
What 4 things did the robber take from Hodja's home?
basket, little chest with coins, rug, donkey
p. 11 riches
valuable things
Why could you describe Hodja as determined?
He did not talk, he just thought about meatballs in order to win the contest.
Why did Nisa go into town on p. 6?
To go to the market
Why did the robber take the donkey?
To help him carry everything.
p. 12 bare
nothing on it