The Carp and the Hermit Thrush

In The Carp, who is the stranger Rosetsu meets on his way to Kyoto?

• a master painter

• a village leader

• a brush maker

• a fisherman

After Rosetsu sees the carp, he meets with Sensei Okyo. What reason does Sensei Okyo give Rosetsu for keeping him in school?

• Rosetsu ignores the advice of his teachers.

• Rosetsu leaves his paintings unfinished.

• Rosetsu is less talented than he thinks.

• Rosetsu is careless in his work.

In The Hermit Thrush, Dad tells Wakana to be more supportive. What does the word supportive mean?

• encouraging

• persistent

• careful

• patient

Hayate plays better when he —

• plays outside with the animals

• does not have an audience

• does not read the music

• plays pieces he loves

What do The Carp and The Hermit Thrush have in common?

• They are both about the importance of trying something new.

• They are both about the importance of friends and family.

• They are both about the importance of independence.

• They are both about the importance of perseverance.