Starlight Samurai: The Lost Petal — Questions and answers

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Why was the Lost Petal so important to Hana's village?

Choices

  1. It was a beautiful decoration for the tree.
  2. It could restore the dying Sakura Tree. ✓
  3. It belonged to the Shadow Clan.
  4. It helped her swing her katana better.

Answer: It could restore the dying Sakura Tree.

From page 2

Who is Kenzo to Hana?

Choices

  1. Her father
  2. Her younger brother
  3. Her elder brother and mentor ✓
  4. Her enemy

Answer: Her elder brother and mentor

From page 3

What did Kenzo tell Hana she must do?

Choices

  1. Fight the Shadow Clan with him.
  2. Find the Guardian of the Whispering Caves. ✓
  3. Hide in the dojo.
  4. Go home and wait for him.

Answer: Find the Guardian of the Whispering Caves.

From page 5

Where did Hana sprint to escape the Shadow Clan?

Choices

  1. Back to the village square.
  2. To the Whispering Caves. ✓
  3. To Kenzo's side to help him.
  4. To a tall cliff overlooking the sea.

Answer: To the Whispering Caves.

From page 6

What warning did the Guardian give about the Whispering Caves?

Choices

  1. They are very cold inside.
  2. They amplify your fears. ✓
  3. They are full of Shadow Clan warriors.
  4. They are too bright to see inside.

Answer: They amplify your fears.

From page 9

Who was guarding the Lost Petal in the vast chamber?

Choices

  1. The Guardian of the Whispering Caves.
  2. Hana's brother, Kenzo.
  3. The Shadow Clan Leader. ✓
  4. Master Ito.

Answer: The Shadow Clan Leader.

From page 12

What did the Shadow Clan Leader do when Hana approached the Lost Petal?

Choices

  1. He offered it to her politely.
  2. He ran away in fear.
  3. He lunged at her with his blade. ✓
  4. He asked for her help.

Answer: He lunged at her with his blade.

From page 13

What emotions fueled Hana's fight against the Shadow Clan Leader?

Choices

  1. Fear and anger.
  2. Hope and loyalty. ✓
  3. Sadness and despair.
  4. Boredom and laziness.

Answer: Hope and loyalty.

From page 14

What happened to the Shadow Clan Leader after Hana disarmed him?

Choices

  1. He started cheering for Hana.
  2. He dissolved into shadow. ✓
  3. He asked for a rematch.
  4. He gave Hana a gift.

Answer: He dissolved into shadow.

From page 15

What was the Sakura Tree like when Hana raced back to her village?

Choices

  1. It was full of new blossoms.
  2. Its branches were bare and lifeless. ✓
  3. It was surrounded by villagers dancing.
  4. It had disappeared completely.

Answer: Its branches were bare and lifeless.

From page 16

What happened immediately after Hana placed the Lost Petal on the Sakura Tree?

Choices

  1. The tree withered completely.
  2. A new shadow appeared over the tree.
  3. The tree burst into full bloom and restored its magic. ✓
  4. The villagers started to cry.

Answer: The tree burst into full bloom and restored its magic.

From page 17

What did Hana realize about their victory over the Shadow Clan?

Choices

  1. It was just the beginning of their celebration.
  2. It was short-lived, and new dangers were coming. ✓
  3. It meant they could finally rest forever.
  4. It made them the most powerful warriors ever.

Answer: It was short-lived, and new dangers were coming.

From page 19

What did Hana believe would help the Starlight Samurai overcome any future obstacles?

Choices

  1. A new magical weapon.
  2. Having each other. ✓
  3. Hiding from the new evil.
  4. Asking for help from the Shadow Clan.

Answer: Having each other.

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