Kitoto the Mighty

Why does Kitoto think the river must be powerful?

• because the water stays cool under the hot sun

• because the water pushes away the big trees and rocks

• because the sound of the water reaches even the high mountain

• because the sound of the water scares away the dangerous hawk

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

• He wants the sun to think he is kind.

• He wants the sun to think he is calm.

• He wants the sun to think he is special.

• He wants the sun to think he is friendly.

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

• He feels worried about being able to thank Kigego enough.

• He feels excited that he and Kigego enjoyed playing games.

• He feels unsure about how Kigego will keep them both safe.

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

Which event would be most important to include in a summary of the story?

• Kitoto enters the earth below the mountain and finds many mazes and tunnels.

• Kitoto finds a piece of fruit but sees that the seeds have already been eaten.

• The sun sends the mouse over the savannah on a beam from the log fire.

• The wind pulls in clouds over the savannah and blocks out the sun.

What is the theme of the story?

• Nature is full of mysteries.

• Even the small can be powerful.

• Helping old friends is important.

• Leaving home can be frightening.