Three Cinderella Folktale Quiz

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    How does the grave site of Aschenputtel’s mother relate the the story’s plot?

    • The wicked stepsisters ask forgiveness at the memorial service held at the grave site.
    • The white bird that grants magical wishes lives in the hazel tree that Aschenputtel planted at the grave site.
    • The evil stepmother trips over the headstone as she tries to escape from the white bird.
    • Her mother rises from the grave and takes revenge on Aschenputtel’s enemies.
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If you are a fan of folktales this quiz is for you especially dealing with Cinderella. Specifically designed to find out how much your knowledge you have on the use of the particular set of terms.

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  • 2. 

     Which of the following statements about “Aschenputtel” is not true?

    • ”Aschenputtel” is just one version of the popular story of Cinderella.

    • Aschenputtel is afraid of birds.

    • The stepsisters are punished for their cruel treatment of Aschenputtel.

    • The shoe fits Aschenputtel perfectly.

    Correct Answer
    A. Aschenputtel is afraid of birds.
    Explanation
    The statement "Aschenputtel is afraid of birds" is not true. In the story of "Aschenputtel," also known as Cinderella, Aschenputtel befriends birds and they help her with her chores and provide her with a beautiful dress for the ball. She is not afraid of birds but rather has a special connection with them.

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  • 3. 

    Aschenputtel asks her father for a twig because

    • She wants to carve it into a piece of jewelry

    • The prince tells her to get one

    • She needs to use it as a broom for sweeping up ashes

    • She wants to plant a tree in her mother’s memory

    Correct Answer
    A. She wants to plant a tree in her mother’s memory
    Explanation
    Aschenputtel asks her father for a twig because she wants to plant a tree in her mother's memory. This suggests that she wants to create a lasting tribute to her mother and honor her memory by planting a tree.

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  • 4. 

    Which of the following statements best summarizes the main idea of  “Aschenputtel”?

    • Evil is stronger than good.

    • Truth and goodness will triumph*. * means "win"

    • True love is hard to find.

    • Beware of quiet girls with birds.

    Correct Answer
    A. Truth and goodness will triumph*. * means "win"
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Truth and goodness will triumph." This means that in the story of "Aschenputtel," the main idea is that truth and goodness will ultimately be victorious.

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  • 5. 

    How does Aschenputtel’s stepmother try to prevent her from going to the festival?

    • She asks her husband to tell Aschenputtel not to go.

    • She locks Aschenputtel in the kitchen.

    • She gives Aschenputtel what she thinks will be impossible tasks.

    • She lies to Aschenputtel about the location of the festival.

    Correct Answer
    A. She gives Aschenputtel what she thinks will be impossible tasks.
    Explanation
    The stepmother tries to prevent Aschenputtel from going to the festival by giving her what she believes to be impossible tasks. This is evident from the fact that the stepmother wants to make it difficult for Aschenputtel to complete the tasks and hopes that she will be unable to finish them in time to attend the festival.

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following is NOT a theme from this story?

    • When others do you wrong, do wrong back to them.

    • Believe in yourself.

    • Good can conquer over evil.

    • Even when the odds are small, keep trying.

    Correct Answer
    A. When others do you wrong, do wrong back to them.
    Explanation
    The theme that is not present in the story is "When others do you wrong, do wrong back to them." The story does not promote or endorse the idea of seeking revenge or doing wrong to others as a response to being wronged. Instead, it focuses on themes such as believing in oneself, the triumph of good over evil, and perseverance in the face of adversity.

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  • 7. 

    The fact that it takes the prince three attempts to find the owner of the shoe

    • Adds suspense to the story

    • Shows that the prince doesn’t really love Aschenputtel

    • Indicates that the prince is not a good detective

    • Explains why Aschenputtel’s stepmother is mean to her.

    Correct Answer
    A. Adds suspense to the story
    Explanation
    The fact that it takes the prince three attempts to find the owner of the shoe adds suspense to the story because it creates a sense of anticipation and uncertainty. The reader is left wondering if the prince will ever find the true owner of the shoe and if Aschenputtel will be recognized as the one he is searching for. This adds excitement and keeps the reader engaged in the story.

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  • 8. 

    Who acts the part of the “fairy godmother” in this story?

    • Her father

    • Invisible Being’s sister

    • Invisible Being himself

    • Her sisters

    Correct Answer
    A. Invisible Being’s sister
    Explanation
    In this story, the "fairy godmother" is portrayed by the sister of the Invisible Being. This suggests that the Invisible Being's sister possesses magical abilities or powers that enable her to fulfill the protagonist's wishes and help her in her journey. The sister acts as a guiding and supportive figure, providing assistance and guidance to the protagonist throughout the story.

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  • 9. 

    The evil stepsisters are motivated by all of the following except--in other words, they WANT all of the following except...

    • Beauty

    • Greed

    • Charity

    • Success

    Correct Answer
    A. Charity
    Explanation
    The evil stepsisters are motivated by beauty, greed, and success. However, they are not motivated by charity. Charity involves selflessness and giving to others, which goes against their selfish and greedy nature. They prioritize their own desires and personal gain over helping others.

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  • 10. 

    All of the following occur during Oochigeaskw’s metamorphosis except

    • Her scars disappear

    • her hair grows long

    • She becomes invisible

    • her eyes become like stars

    Correct Answer
    A. She becomes invisible
    Explanation
    The key here is to find the one that does NOT occur.

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  • 11. 

    What does Oochigeaskw’s name mean?

    • The scars on her face and hands.

    • Her ability to maker her own clothes.

    • Her position of youngest sister.

    • Her ability to see the Invisible Being.

    Correct Answer
    A. The scars on her face and hands.
    Explanation
    Oochigeaskw's name means "the scars on her face and hands." This suggests that she has visible scars on her face and hands, which may be significant in her culture or personal history. The other options, such as her ability to make her own clothes or her position as the youngest sister, do not directly relate to her name and are therefore not the correct answer. Similarly, her ability to see the Invisible Being is not mentioned in the question and is therefore not the correct answer.

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  • 12. 

     All of the following popular motifs often seen in folktales can be found in “Aschenputtel” except

    • Grateful beast

    • A “fairy godmother” figure

    • False parents

    • Magic

    Correct Answer
    A. Grateful beast
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "grateful beast." In the folktale "Aschenputtel," there is no mention of a grateful beast. However, the other three motifs mentioned in the options can be found in the story. There is a "fairy godmother" figure who helps the protagonist, false parents who mistreat Aschenputtel, and the presence of magic in the form of a magical transformation and a magical slipper.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following statements about Oochigeaskw is not  true:

    • She gets married to the Invisible Being.

    • She is scared from her sister’s abuse.

    • She is well-loved by the people in her village.

    • She has to make her own clothes out of tree bark.

    Correct Answer
    A. She is well-loved by the people in her village.
    Explanation
    The statement "She is well-loved by the people in her village" is not true because the passage states that Oochigeaskw is scared from her sister's abuse, which implies that she is not well-loved by her own family.

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  • 14. 

    Think about the main theme of "Ashenputtel." All of the following details support the main idea of “Aschenputtel” except

    • The stepsisters are blinded

    • The prince finds his future bride

    • The dove reveals the truth to the father

    • Pigeons reveal the stepsisters’ trickery

    Correct Answer
    A. The dove reveals the truth to the father
    Explanation
    The main theme of "Ashenputtel" is the triumph of goodness and purity over evil and deceit. The stepsisters being blinded, the prince finding his future bride, and the pigeons revealing the stepsisters' trickery all support this theme. However, the dove revealing the truth to the father does not directly support this theme. This detail is more about exposing the stepsisters' deception rather than showcasing the triumph of goodness.

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  • 15. 

    All of the following motifs are in this story except:

    • Magic

    • Metamorphosis

    • False Parents

    • #3

    Correct Answer
    A. False Parents
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "False Parents" because the story does not contain any references or themes related to false parents. The other three options, magic, metamorphosis, and #3 (which is not clear from the given context), could potentially be motifs in the story. However, without further information about the story or the specific motifs being referred to, it is difficult to provide a more detailed explanation.

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  • 16. 

    Which detail below DID NOT happen in the story?

    • Her father was wealthy, but did not like Oochigeaskw, so she didn’t receive good clothes.

    • She was healed after she bathed in the water at the end of the story.

    • She was mistreated by her stepmother.

    Correct Answer
    A. She was mistreated by her stepmother.
    Explanation
    The story mentions that Oochigeaskw's father did not like her, which is why she did not receive good clothes. It also states that she was healed after bathing in the water at the end of the story. However, there is no mention of her being mistreated by her stepmother.

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