Classic Tales
What kind of knight is Sir Gus known as?
The Fearful Knight.
What is a character trait?
A word that describes how someone acts or feels.
What kind of animal lays eggs and has feathers?
A bird.
What does the skeleton do?
Supports and protects the body.
What does cowardly mean?
Lacking courage; afraid to take risks or face danger.
Why do the people in the kingdom make fun of Sir Gus?
Because he is afraid of many things.
Give one character trait that describes Sir Gus.
Brave, kind, nervous, or determined.
What is one way mammals are different from reptiles?
Mammals have fur and feed milk to their young.
What connects bones to muscles?
Tendons.
What does adaptation mean?
A change that helps an animal survive in its environment.
What happens when Sir Gus faces his fears?
He becomes brave and earns respect.
What is the “theme” or main message of a story?
The lesson or idea the author wants readers to learn.
What is the main difference between vertebrates and invertebrates?
Vertebrates have a backbone; invertebrates do not.
What system helps you move?
The muscular system.
What does tendons mean?
Tough cords that connect muscles to bones.
What lesson does the story of Sir Gus teach?
True bravery is doing what’s right even when you’re afraid.
How can a character’s actions show a theme?
Their choices reveal the lesson of the story.
What do all animals need to survive?
Food, water, air, and shelter.
What is the job of the nervous system?
It sends messages between the brain and body.
What does vertebrate mean?
An animal that has a backbone or spine.
How is Sir Gus different from other knights in the story?
He’s not the strongest or bravest at first, but he shows courage and heart.
What lesson do many classic tales teach?
Be kind, honest, and brave — and good will win over evil.
What does it mean when scientists “classify” animals?
They group animals based on their traits.
Name the three systems studied in this unit.
Skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems.
What does circulation mean?
The movement of blood through the body.