Two Legs or One?: Selection Test

Which statement best describes the characteristics that make this story a folktale?

• It is the epic story of a man named Goha, who has many adventures.

• It is the traditional story of a man named Goha, who is a trickster character.

• It is the ancient story of a man named Goha, and it explains the traditions of his people.

• It is the fictional story of a man named Goha, and it is set in the past.

Which statement best explains the lesson that this folktale is intended to teach?

• Always tell the truth, or there might be a big price to pay.

• People who tell even small lies should be prepared to face consequences.

• Some people will try to win an argument at any cost.

• Never lie to your spouse unless you are ready for a big fight.

Read the glossary entry below.

scurry \skûr´ē\ v1. to hurry along with light footsteps

Which part of speech is given for the word scurry in this definition?

• Noun

• Verb

• Adverb

• Adjective

In paragraph 3, what does the exaggerated phrase the smell of them was sweeter to her than any rose help the reader understand?

• How hungry Goha’s wife becomes when she thinks about roses

• How rare it is for Goha’s wife to receive meat

• How much Goha’s wife loves the smell of roses

• How tempting the smell of the meat is to Goha’s wife

Which two details from the story help the reader infer that Goha’s wife cares for him and his opinion, despite their loud argument?

• She worries about admitting she was greedy.

• She tastes the food very thoroughly.

• She tries to convince him that there was only one leg.

• She thinks he is tricking her when he falls to the floor.

• She bursts into tears when she thinks he is dead.

What tone does the dialogue in paragraphs 8–14 create in the selection?

• Stressful

• Joyful

• Arrogant

• Humorous

The lack of details about the story’s setting helps readers to —

• compare the setting to the plot and theme

• focus on the words and actions of the characters

• read to the end of the story more quickly

• understand how bare the house is

Read the glossary entry below.

dignified \dĭg´nə-fīd´\ adj 1. showing honor and respect

Which word is the best synonym for the word dignified based on this definition?

• Noble

• Imposing

• Regal

• Suitable

Which quotation from the story best shows the kind of folktale character Goha is?

• “I’ll win this argument even if it means my very life!” (paragraph 15)

• But in the next moment, he clutched at his chest, gasping, “My heart, oh, my heart . . .” (paragraph 17)

• With that, Goha fell to the floor and pretended to be dead. (paragraph 18)

• His wife at first thought this must surely be another of her husband’s tricks. (paragraph 18)

Goha and his wife have different ways of resolving their conflict. Explain each one’s method, using evidence from the story to support your answer.