Themes and Symbols in The Happy Prince

The story of the Happy Prince teaches selflessness and sacrifice. A golden statue of a prince, who once lived happily, now sees the suffering of his people. A swallow, initially reluctant, helps the prince by distributing his riches to the needy. Despite the prince becoming blind and the swallow dying, their acts of kindness are rewarded in heaven. The story emphasizes the value of putting others before oneself.

What lesson did the teacher discuss that Tia mentions at the beginning?

• Putting others before oneself

• The value of education

• The importance of wealth

• The significance of happiness

What was the Happy Prince statue adorned with?

• Silver leaves and emerald eyes

• Copper leaves and ruby eyes

• Gold leaves and sapphire eyes

• Bronze leaves and diamond eyes

Why did the Swallow decide to rest at the Happy Prince's feet?

• He was looking for food

• He was tired from flying

• He was curious about the statue

• He wanted to admire the city

What did the Happy Prince ask the Swallow to do for the seamstress?

• Sing a song for her

• Take her to Egypt

• Give her a gold leaf

• Deliver a ruby to her

What did the Swallow do for the writer?

• Gave him a ruby

• Gave him a sapphire

• Gave him a gold leaf

• Gave him a diamond

What did the Prince give to the match-girl?

• A gold leaf

• A ruby

• A sapphire

• A diamond

What was the Swallow's final act before dying?

• Kissing the Prince

• Singing a song

• Flying to Egypt

• Delivering a gold leaf

What happened to the Happy Prince's statue at the end?

• It was decorated

• It was broken down

• It was moved to a museum

• It was repaired

What did God ask his angels to bring him?

• The most valuable jewel

• The most precious two things

• The most loyal bird

• The most beautiful statue

What was the ultimate fate of the Swallow and the Prince?

• They were taken to heaven

• They were turned into stars

• They were honored by the townspeople

• They were forgotten