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Who did Kozha stay with in the village?
His grandmother
Where did the horses usually graze at night?
On the riverbank
Kozha’s mum was at home when the story started.
false
What is a yurt?
A traditional house
“Be careful! Don’t touch anything that doesn’t belong to you.”
Grandmother
Why did Kozha want to go to the zhailau?
Because he was lonely and bored
How did Sultan help Kozha after the horse kicked him?
He checked him and told him to go home and rest
The horse had two saddles.
true
What does naughty describe in the story?
Bad or misbehaving behaviour
“You’ll live to be 120.”
Sultan
What kind of person was Sultan? Give ONE adjective.
Dishonest / irresponsible / naughty
What lie did Sultan tell Daulet in the yurt?
That they would only drink a little kymyz
Kozha laughed when Sultan stole the karakul skin.
false
Explain the meaning of rumours in your own words.
Stories people tell that may not be true
“This silly boy doesn’t know what happens to liars!”
Sultan
Why did Kozha respect Rakhmanov-agai more than other adults?
Because he never lied and was honest
Why did Kozha feel bad after leaving the yurt?
Because Sultan stole a karakul skin
Rakhmanov advised Kozha not to confess at school.
true
What word describes a person who can steal and do crimes?
A thief / criminal
“Spare this boy. He’s a coward and doesn’t know how to take responsibility.”
Rakhmanov-agai