The Lorax and Environmental Concerns

The story of the Lorax by Dr. Seuss is narrated by the Once-ler, who recounts how his business of making Thneeds led to environmental destruction. The Lorax, who speaks for the trees, warns the Once-ler about the consequences of his actions. Despite the warnings, the Once-ler continues to exploit the environment until the last Truffula tree is cut down, leading to the departure of the Lorax. The Once-ler is left with a message of hope, 'Unless,' which signifies that change is possible if someone cares enough to make a difference.

What is the setting described at the beginning of the story?

• The far end of town with grickle grass

• A dense forest

• A quiet village

• A bustling city

Who is the Once-ler and what does he do?

• A friend of the Lorax

• A farmer growing crops

• A businessman who chops down Truffula Trees

• A guardian of the forest

What product does the Once-ler create from the Truffula Trees?

• A Truffula hat

• A Barbaloot suit

• A Thneed

• A hummingfish net

What is the Lorax's main concern when he first meets the Once-ler?

• The lack of sunlight

• The pollution in the river

• The cutting down of Truffula Trees

• The noise from the factory

How does the Once-ler's business affect the Barbaloots?

• They become wealthy

• They lose their food source

• They learn to knit Thneeds

• They gain new homes

What environmental issue does the Lorax highlight regarding the Swammy Swans?

• They are eating too much

• They are losing their feathers

• They can't sing due to smog

• They are migrating to another area

What is the consequence of the Once-ler's actions on the Truffula Trees?

• They produce more fruit

• They change color

• They become extinct

• They grow faster

What does the Lorax leave behind as a message?

• A photograph

• A map

• A pile of rocks with the word 'UNLESS'

• A letter

What does the Once-ler give to the listener at the end of the story?

• A Thneed

• A Truffula seed

• A map to the forest

• A book

What is the central message of the Lorax's story?

• Business is more important than nature

• Nature can recover on its own

• Trees are not necessary for life

• Caring for the environment is crucial