The Spirit of Wealth and Food

A family moves to a small town after a flood destroys their farm. They live next to a rich man whose children rarely go outside. The poor family enjoys the aroma of the rich man's food, leading to a complaint that they are stealing the spirit of the food. In court, the father cleverly resolves the case by shaking coins, symbolizing payment for the aroma. The judge dismisses the case, and the family returns home happily.

Why did the family move to a small town?

• They wanted to be closer to the city.

• Their farm was destroyed by a flood.

• They were invited by the rich man.

• They wanted to start a new business.

What did the poor children enjoy about the rich man's house?

• The beautiful garden.

• Playing with the rich man's children.

• The luxurious furniture.

• The aroma of the food being cooked.

How did the rich man's children feel about the poor children?

• They were indifferent.

• They were happy for them.

• They envied their happiness.

• They wanted to help them.

What was the rich man's complaint against the poor family?

• They stole food from his kitchen.

• They made too much noise.

• They trespassed on his property.

• They stole the spirit of his wealth and food.

How did the poor father respond to the accusation in court?

• He hired a lawyer to defend him.

• He accused the rich man of lying.

• He admitted to enjoying the aroma.

• He denied ever smelling the food.

What did the poor father do to 'pay' the rich man's children?

• He shook coins to make a sound.

• He promised to stop smelling the food.

• He offered them food.

• He gave them real money.

What was the judge's decision regarding the case?

• He sided with the rich man.

• He dismissed the case.

• He ordered the poor family to move away.

• He fined the poor family.

How did the poor family feel after the court case was resolved?

• They were angry.

• They were relieved and happy.

• They were indifferent.

• They were confused.

What lesson can be learned from the story?

• Wealth is more important than happiness.

• Happiness cannot be bought.

• It's better to be rich than poor.

• Always hire a lawyer for court cases.

What was the rich man's reaction after the father's act in court?

• He was angry and shouted.

• He was speechless.

• He laughed at the situation.

• He left the courtroom immediately.