How Well Do You Know Your Fairytales?

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How Well Do You Know Your Fairytales? - Quiz

Welcome detectives! This is your first training assignment! Challenge your ability to recognize the fairytale characters that will be appearing in our next reading selection The Sisters Grimm: The Fairytale Detectives.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Who blew down the three little pigs houses?

    • A.

      Captain Hook

    • B.

      Papa Bear

    • C.

      The Big Bad Wolf

    • D.

      The Giant

    Correct Answer
    C. The Big Bad Wolf
    Explanation
    The correct answer is The Big Bad Wolf because in the story of the three little pigs, it is the wolf who blows down the houses of the pigs. He is portrayed as the antagonist who huffs and puffs and blows their houses down in his attempt to catch and eat them.

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  • 2. 

    In what story do they say, "Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all?"

    • A.

      Cinderella

    • B.

      Beauty and the Beast

    • C.

      Alice in Wonderland

    • D.

      Snow White

    Correct Answer
    D. Snow White
    Explanation
    In the story of Snow White, the phrase "Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all?" is famously said by the Evil Queen. She asks her magic mirror this question multiple times to confirm that she is still the fairest in the land. However, when the mirror eventually reveals that Snow White is now the fairest, the Evil Queen becomes jealous and sets out to harm Snow White.

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  • 3. 

    What does Jack climb up the beanstalk to find?

    • A.

      Gold

    • B.

      The Giant

    • C.

      Jelly Beans

    • D.

      Babies

    Correct Answer
    B. The Giant
    Explanation
    Jack climbs up the beanstalk to find the Giant. This is evident from the well-known fairy tale "Jack and the Beanstalk," where Jack discovers a magical beanstalk that leads him to a giant's castle in the sky.

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  • 4. 

    What can you use a prediction for?

    • A.

      Weather

    • B.

      Reading

    • C.

      Experiments

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. All of the above
    Explanation
    A prediction can be used in various scenarios such as weather forecasting, reading comprehension to anticipate the outcome or events in a story, and in experiments to estimate the expected results. In all of these cases, a prediction is utilized to make an educated guess or projection about future events or outcomes based on available information or data.

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  • 5. 

    In all fairytales a princess has a ___________?

    • A.

      Prince Charming

    • B.

      A Rock

    • C.

      Bubblegum

    • D.

      Flower

    Correct Answer
    A. Prince Charming
    Explanation
    In fairytales, it is a common trope that a princess is accompanied by a Prince Charming. This character is often portrayed as the ideal romantic partner for the princess, rescuing her from danger or fulfilling her dreams. Prince Charming is typically depicted as handsome, brave, and kind-hearted, embodying the qualities that make him the perfect match for the princess. This answer aligns with the traditional narrative structure and expectations of fairytales.

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  • 6. 

    Who's house did Goldilocks break into?

    • A.

      The Jonas Brothers

    • B.

      Ojoma Edeh-Herr

    • C.

      Cinderella

    • D.

      The Three Bears

    Correct Answer
    D. The Three Bears
    Explanation
    Goldilocks broke into the house of The Three Bears. This is a well-known story where Goldilocks enters the home of three bears, eats their porridge, sits in their chairs, and sleeps in their beds. The story teaches children about the consequences of trespassing and invading someone else's space without permission.

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  • 7. 

     Re-telling a passage in your own words is a definition of what?

    • A.

      Summary

    • B.

      Singing a song

    • C.

      Prediction

    • D.

      Climax

    Correct Answer
    A. Summary
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Summary." A summary is a concise and brief explanation or re-telling of a passage, capturing the main points and ideas in one's own words. It provides an overview or a condensed version of the original text, allowing the reader to quickly grasp the main message without going into excessive detail.

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  • 8. 

    How does Aladin travel?

    • A.

      Ford

    • B.

      Camel

    • C.

      Magic Carpet

    • D.

      Pixie Dust

    Correct Answer
    C. Magic Carpet
    Explanation
    Aladin travels using a magic carpet. This is a common element in the Aladin story, where the main character is able to fly and travel to different places by sitting on a magical carpet. The magic carpet is portrayed as a mystical and enchanted object that grants Aladin the ability to soar through the sky and visit distant locations.

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  • 9. 

    What is a detective?

    • A.

      Someone who looks for clues

    • B.

      Someone who questions people

    • C.

      Someone who solves a mystery

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. All of the above
    Explanation
    A detective is someone who looks for clues, questions people, and solves a mystery. They are responsible for gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and analyzing information to uncover the truth behind a crime or mystery. By combining these three actions, detectives are able to piece together the puzzle and bring justice to the situation at hand.

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  • 10. 

    What did the Grimm brothers do?

    • A.

      They flew airplanes.

    • B.

      They created a fairytale collection.

    • C.

      They golfed

    • D.

      They created experiments

    Correct Answer
    B. They created a fairytale collection.
    Explanation
    The Grimm brothers are known for creating a fairytale collection. They collected and published numerous folktales and fairytales, which became popular worldwide. Their collection includes well-known stories such as Cinderella, Snow White, and Rapunzel. These stories have been passed down through generations and have become an integral part of children's literature. The Grimm brothers' contribution to fairytales and storytelling is significant and has had a lasting impact on literature and popular culture.

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