G6-ENG-L3 Taro's Reward

What motivates Taro to work harder?

• To buy a new hut
• To impress his neighbors
• To provide for his elderly parents
• To save money for himself

How does the story portray Taro's character?

• As lazy and unmotivated
• As selfish and greedy
• As thoughtful and hardworking
• As arrogant and boastful

What unexpected discovery does Taro make in the forest?

• A hidden treasure
• A magical waterfall
• A talking animal
• An abandoned hut

What does the magical waterfall produce for Taro?

• Gold coins
• Fresh water
• Saké
• Healing herbs

How does Taro's father react to the saké?

• He becomes angry
• He does a little dance
• He falls asleep
• He refuses to drink it

What happens when the neighbors try to get saké from the waterfall?

• They find gold instead
• They get only cold water
• The waterfall disappears
• They become magical too

Why do you think the waterfall only gives saké to Taro?

• Because he's the youngest
• Because of his selfless intentions
• Because he found it first
• Because he's the strongest

What does this story teach about kindness and intentions?

• Kindness is always rewarded
• Good intentions don't matter
• Magical things happen to good people
• Selfishness is the best policy

How does the news about the magical saké spread in the village?

• Taro announces it
• A neighbor tells everyone
• The parents spread the word
• Through a village meeting

What is the significance of Taro working even harder after discovering the waterfall?

• He became greedy
• He wanted to impress others
• He remained committed to helping his parents
• He was afraid of losing the magic