Question

use \the legend of elephant and monkey\ and \the bundle of kindling\ to answer questions 9–12.

9 the brothers in \the bundle of kindling\ are different from elephant and monkey because the brothers —
a refuse to work together
b do not trust one another
c ignore the advice they receive
d do not have a conflict

10 what is a theme of both \the legend of elephant and monkey\ and \the bundle of kindling\?
a our differences make us special.
b working together will lead to success.
c family bonds have great importance.
d it is sometimes necessary to hide the truth from others.

11 when elephant and monkey or the brothers encounter challenges in the future, they will most likely —
a seek guidance
b worry
c disagree
d ignore reality

12 elephant and monkey are different from the brothers because elephant and monkey —
a argue as they complete their task
b discuss multiple strategies for solving their problem
c gain knowledge as a result of a disagreement
d ignore the advice given them by a wiser character

Explanation:

Question 9

To solve this, we analyze the relationship between the brothers in "The Bundle of Kindling" and Elephant and Monkey. Typically, in such stories, Elephant and Monkey might have a conflict or need to work together, while the brothers in "The Bundle of Kindling" (from common story interpretations) do not have a conflict. Option A: If they refused to work together, but the key difference is about conflict. Option B: Distrust isn't the main difference. Option C: Ignoring advice isn't the key. Option D: The brothers do not have a conflict, which is different from Elephant and Monkey (who might have a conflict that they resolve by working together). So D is correct.

We look for a common theme. "The Legend of Elephant and Monkey" likely involves them working together to succeed, and "The Bundle of Kindling" (about brothers, maybe learning to work together or the importance of unity) – Option A: Differences making special isn't a common theme here. Option B: Working together leading to success fits both (Elephant and Monkey work together, brothers maybe learn to work together or the story emphasizes teamwork for success). Option C: Family bonds – "Elephant and Monkey" aren't family, so C is out. Option D: Hiding truth isn't a theme of these stories. So B is correct.

From the stories, Elephant and Monkey (and the brothers, after learning) would likely seek guidance when facing challenges, as they learned the value of advice or working together. Option A: Seek guidance makes sense. Option B: Worrying isn't the likely action. Option C: Disagreeing is not what they'd do after learning teamwork. Option D: Ignoring reality is not likely. So A is correct.

Answer:

D. do not have a conflict

Question 10