Pied Piper Story Comprehension

In the town of Hamelin, a rat infestation causes chaos. The mayor offers a reward for their removal. The Pied Piper, a mysterious figure, uses his music to lead the rats away. However, the mayor refuses to pay the promised reward, leading the Piper to take revenge by luring the town's children away to a new land. The story highlights themes of betrayal, consequences, and the power of music.

What problem did the town of Hamelin face?

• A rat infestation

• A fire

• A drought

• A flood

What did the mayor promise to anyone who could remove the rats?

• A position in the council

• A feast

• A bag of gold

• A new house

What did the Pied Piper wear when he first appeared in Hamelin?

• A suit and tie

• A cloak and hat

• A robe and sandals

• A tunic of yellow and red

How did the Pied Piper lead the rats out of the town?

• By playing his pipe

• By using a magic wand

• By singing a song

• By playing a drum

Where did the rats go after following the Pied Piper?

• Into the mountains

• Into the river

• Into a distant valley

• Into the forest

How did the mayor react when the Pied Piper returned for his reward?

• He refused to pay the full reward

• He gave him a feast

• He offered him a job

• He welcomed him warmly

What did the Pied Piper do when he was not paid the promised reward?

• He took the gold by force

• He played his pipe again

• He argued with the mayor

• He left the town quietly

Who followed the Pied Piper after he played his pipe the second time?

• The townspeople

• The mayor

• The children of Hamelin

• The town guards

What was the reaction of the townspeople when the children followed the Pied Piper?

• They ignored it

• They cheered

• They were silent and troubled

• They laughed

What lesson can be learned from the story of the Pied Piper?

• Always keep your promises

• Rats are dangerous

• Music is powerful

• Children should not trust strangers