Reading Comprehension Questions
what is the difference between a traditional and epic story?
A traditional story is a story that has been passed down/ An epic story tells the story of a hero.
What does scurry mean?
to hurry along with light footsteps
Why is Goha going so far as to fake his death?
prove he is right; win an argument with his wife
What is an exaggeration?
Give an example.
an extreme overstatement
(sample response: I'm so hungry I can eat 100 burgers)
Why does Goha's wife lie about the second calf leg in the first place?
Because she fears Goha will think she is greedy for eating it.
What is a verb?
A verb is an action word to describe what someone or something is doing, feeling, or being
What is one lesson you might learn from this story?
Sample response: Being truthful or treating each other with openness and respect
What is irony?
Give an example.
Irony is the opposite of what you think something would be.
(Sample response: The cat is scared of the mouse)
Is "Two Legs or One?" considered a traditional or epic story?
traditional story
what does this phrase from the story mean?
"The smell of them was sweeter to her than any rose"
that the calf legs smelled so good to Goha's wife
"His wife at first thought this must surely be another of her husband's tricks"
What can we infer about Goha through this quote?
That Goha is a trickster
What is the tone of this story?
A. Serious
B. Dramatic
C. Humorous
D. Arrogance
C. Humorous
How does Goha try to resolve the conflict/problem in the story?
by pretending he is dead
What's an example of a dignified person?
Some examples: everyone, your boss, our principal, etc.
What is the lesson of this folktale?
Be honest
What main event is considered an exaggeration?
Goha pretending he is dead
How does Goha's wife try to resolve the conflict/problem in the story?
by lying and insisting there was only one calf leg all along
What's an example of where you would have a procession?
a funeral, parade, etc.
What details help us understand that Goha's wife cares for Goha?
She was crying when she thought her husband was dead and she doesn't want to admit her greediness
What is the difference between mood and tone?
Mood is how the reader feels while reading the story.
Tone is how the writer expresses their attitude in the story.