Warm up
What is Zlateh?
A goat
How much can the sell Zlateh for? What can the furrier do with the money?
8 gulden. Buy Hanukkah candles, potatoes, oil for the pancakes, gifts for the children and other holiday necessaries for the house.
What happened after Aaron prayed to God?
He made out the shape of a hill. He realized that they were safe.
After the storm passes, where did Aaron take Zlateh?
back to his family
Who is Aaron?
the oldest boy of the family
Why did Zlateh cry?
She realized that those people in whom she had so much confidence had dragged her into a trap.
What word best describes how the world looks to Aaron when he climbs out of the haystack?
Dreams of heavenly splendor (Extremely happy)
What is Hanukkah?
Winter time
How is the weather described when Aaron and Zlateh begin their journey?
Sunny
What did Aaron have for his meal in the hay?
2 slices of bread and cheese and Zlateh's milk
Who helped Aaron find the way home?
A peasant who drove the sleigh pointed out the way to him.
Who is Reuven?
The furrier (coat maker)
How does the weather change?
How did Zlateh save Aaron?
She gave him milk and kept him warm.
How the family feelings for Zlateh changed?
They see her as part of their family. They let her spend time in the house.
Who is Feivel?
The town butcher (meat seller)
How does the author show that Aaron and Zlateh might be in danger?
The author describes how Aaron can't see, doesn't know where he is and is very cold.
At the end of the conversation with Zlateh, what was the main message the author wants the readers to understand?
Animals and human always need each other.