Kitoto the Mighty

Front

Why does Kitoto hide in a bush without anything to eat?

Back

He is trying to escape a hawk and had never learned to dig burrows.

Front

Why does Kitoto speak to the river?

Back

He wants the river to protect him from the dangerous hawk.

Front

What does Kitoto mean when he says he wants to impress the sun?

Back

He wants the sun to think he is special.

Front

Why does the wind believe the mountain is the most powerful being?

Back

She cannot tug it with her strong braids.

Front

Who is Kitoto expecting to meet at the bend of every tunnel?

Back

He expected to see a giant rise from the shadows.

Front

How did the mountain mouse build her home?

Back

She built it with nothing more than her teeth and a lot of hard work.

Front

How does Kitoto feel after meeting and spending time with Kigego?

Back

He feels hopeful that he and Kigego will learn from each other.

Front

How does Kitoto change from the beginning of the story to the end of the story?

Back

He presents himself as powerful, instead of a small, weak mouse.

Front

What is the theme of the story?

Back

Even the small can be powerful.

Front

How do you know "Kitoto the Mighty" is a folktale?

Back

The story includes creatures or animals that speak and have other human qualities.