Feeding the Right Wolf

What meaning is this poem trying to convey?

What are the two wolves inside the old Cherokee chief meant to represent?

• Different animals in the forest

• The good and evil sides within every person

• The chief’s pets

• The seasons of the year

Liam is learning about different emotions in his class. His teacher asks, "Which of the following emotions is associated with the 'evil' wolf in the story of the two wolves?"

• Joy

• Kindness

• Anger

• Humility

According to the story, what is the main lesson the grandfather wants to teach his grandson?

• How to hunt wolves

• That everyone has a choice in which side of themselves to nurture

• The history of the Cherokee tribe

• How to be strong

In a classroom discussion, Michael talked about qualities that make a person kind-hearted. Which of the following is NOT a quality he mentioned?

• Peace

• Greed

• Love

• Faith

What does the phrase “the one you feed” mean in the context of the story?

• The wolf that is given food will become stronger

• The side of yourself you pay attention to and encourage will grow

• Wolves need to be fed to survive

• Only one wolf can survive

Jackson is feeling torn between two emotions after receiving both good and bad news. Which of the following best describes his emotional struggle?

• Deciding what to eat for dinner

• Choosing between positive and negative feelings

• Competing in a sports event

• Learning a new language

Aria's teacher told her a story about two wolves fighting inside each person. What cultural wisdom is shared through this story?

• How to build a fire

• The importance of self-awareness and personal choices

• The best way to hunt

• How to plant crops

Which of the following is a life lesson from the story?

• Always listen to your elders

• The choices you make shape who you become

• Never trust wolves

• Keep your feelings hidden

Luna was listening to her grandfather's story about two wolves. What does Luna ask her grandfather after hearing about the two wolves?

• Where do the wolves live?

• Which wolf will win?

• How old are the wolves?

• Can I see the wolves?