The Elves and the Shoemaker

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What is the main topic of the story?

Back

The Elves and the Shoemaker is a story about a poor shoemaker and his wife who receive help from magical elves.

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What is the initial situation of the Shoemaker and his wife?

Back

They are poor.

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What did the Shoemaker do with the leather before going to bed?

Back

He cut the leather.

Front

What is the resolution in a story?

Back

The end of the story where the conflict or problem is solved.

Front

What does 'dainty' mean?

Back

Delicately small and pretty.

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What is the falling action in a story?

Back

Actions and events that occur after the climax.

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The turning point of greatest suspense or actions.

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What are the elements of a story's beginning?

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1. Conflict 2. Character 3. Setting.

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What is the significance of the elves in the story?

Back

They help the Shoemaker by making shoes while he sleeps.

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How does the Shoemaker's fortune change throughout the story?

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He goes from being poor to becoming wealthy due to the elves' help.