The Little Samurai — Questions and answers
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Who did Kenji and Hana meet when they entered the Bamboo Forest?
Choices
- A. A group of playful squirrels.
- B. A friendly bear.
- C. A wizened old woman named Aiko. ✓
- D. A lost traveler.
Answer: C. A wizened old woman named Aiko.
From page 4
What secret did Aiko tell Kenji and Hana about finding the true path in the Bamboo Forest?
Choices
- A. To follow the brightest stars.
- B. To listen to the wind, as it whispers secrets. ✓
- C. To use a special map.
- D. To dig for buried clues.
Answer: B. To listen to the wind, as it whispers secrets.
From page 5
What challenge did Kenji and Hana encounter after the stream vanished?
Choices
- A. They found a hidden treasure chest.
- B. They met more helpful people.
- C. A deep ravine blocked their path, and mischievous forest spirits appeared. ✓
- D. They saw a beautiful rainbow.
Answer: C. A deep ravine blocked their path, and mischievous forest spirits appeared.
From page 6
How did Kenji and Hana plan to cross the ravine?
Choices
- A. They decided to jump across it.
- B. They made a makeshift rope by tying sashes together. ✓
- C. They waited for the spirits to build a bridge.
- D. They asked the spirits to carry them over.
Answer: B. They made a makeshift rope by tying sashes together.
From page 7
What did Kenji shout to Hana about bravery while crossing the ravine?
Choices
- A. "Hurry up before it gets dark!"
- B. "This is too difficult, let's go back!"
- C. "Never give up, Hana! Bravery is about finding a way forward, no matter the odds!" ✓
- D. "Look, the spirits are helping us!"
Answer: C. "Never give up, Hana! Bravery is about finding a way forward, no matter the odds!"
From page 8
What did Kenji and Hana learn about bravery from the ancient scrolls in the temple?
Choices
- A. Bravery means never feeling scared.
- B. Bravery is about using swords and fighting skillfully.
- C. Bravery is about living with honor, kindness, justice, compassion, and self-improvement. ✓
- D. Bravery is finding the most dangerous adventures.
Answer: C. Bravery is about living with honor, kindness, justice, compassion, and self-improvement.
From page 9