Crocodile's Transformation and Friendship

In 'The Selfish Crocodile,' a crocodile claims a river as his own, scaring away other creatures. One day, he suffers from a toothache, and a brave mouse helps him by removing the painful tooth. Grateful, the crocodile befriends the mouse and invites all creatures to share the river. The story highlights themes of selfishness, kindness, and friendship, showing how the crocodile transforms from a selfish creature to a friend of the forest.

What was the crocodile's attitude towards other creatures using the river?

• He threatened to eat them if they came near.

• He welcomed them warmly.

• He was indifferent to their presence.

• He encouraged them to swim with him.

Why did the crocodile initially believe the river was his alone?

• He was told by other animals it was his.

• He was selfish and wanted it all to himself.

• He had built the river himself.

• He was the largest creature in the forest.

How did the forest creatures react to the crocodile's pain?

• They were curious but kept their distance.

• They laughed at his misfortune.

• They immediately rushed to help him.

• They ignored him completely.

What did the creatures think when they heard the crocodile's groaning?

• That he was singing.

• That he was caught in a trap.

• That he had caught another animal.

• That he was calling for help.

What did the mouse do to help the crocodile?

• He gave him medicine.

• He removed a painful tooth.

• He sang a soothing song.

• He called for other animals to help.

How did the mouse manage to remove the crocodile's tooth?

• He used magic.

• He asked other animals to help.

• He pulled it out with his strength.

• He used a tool.

What did the crocodile offer the mouse as a token of gratitude?

• A piece of meat.

• A place to live in the river.

• A juicy nut.

• A shiny pebble.

What did the crocodile promise the mouse after his toothache was gone?

• To never eat mice again.

• To give him a permanent home.

• To always be his friend.

• To help him find food.

What change did the crocodile make after becoming friends with the mouse?

• He invited all animals to use the river.

• He became more aggressive.

• He built a dam in the river.

• He left the river forever.

How did the other animals feel about the crocodile after he changed?

• They plotted against him.

• They were still afraid of him.

• They grew to love him.

• They ignored him.