Wh questions
Why do Ty and Bo often argue?
They argue because one of them thinks it is better to be big and strong and one of them thinks it is better to be strong and clever.
How are Ty and Bo similar? How are they different?
They are both confident and proud
How do Ty and Bo help one another?
Ty helps Bo cross the river, Bo helps Ty get the fruit
What does the last sentence of the story mean?
Neither an elephant or an ape is better, both special in their own way.
What happens when Ty and Bo meet their friend Li?
They ask Li to help solve their argument about whether it is better to be big/strong or quick/clever. Li does not answer and ask Ty and Bo to bring back fruit from across the river.
What is the theme of the story?
Everyone is special and important in their own way.
What does the word wise mean?
Wise means smart and showing good judgement. Li is wise because she helps Ty and Bo to figure out the answer to the question on their own.
Is it better to be an elephant or an ape? How do you know?
It is better to be yourself or both because....
Why is the setting important to the story?
The setting is important because it affects the events in the story. Bo needs help from Ty to cross the river, Bo needs help from Ty to get the fruit.