The Little Samurai — Questions and answers

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Who did Kenji and Hana meet when they entered the Bamboo Forest?

Choices

  1. A. A group of playful squirrels.
  2. B. A friendly bear.
  3. C. A wizened old woman named Aiko. ✓
  4. 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

  1. A. To follow the brightest stars.
  2. B. To listen to the wind, as it whispers secrets. ✓
  3. C. To use a special map.
  4. 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

  1. A. They found a hidden treasure chest.
  2. B. They met more helpful people.
  3. C. A deep ravine blocked their path, and mischievous forest spirits appeared. ✓
  4. 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

  1. A. They decided to jump across it.
  2. B. They made a makeshift rope by tying sashes together. ✓
  3. C. They waited for the spirits to build a bridge.
  4. 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

  1. A. "Hurry up before it gets dark!"
  2. B. "This is too difficult, let's go back!"
  3. C. "Never give up, Hana! Bravery is about finding a way forward, no matter the odds!" ✓
  4. 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

  1. A. Bravery means never feeling scared.
  2. B. Bravery is about using swords and fighting skillfully.
  3. C. Bravery is about living with honor, kindness, justice, compassion, and self-improvement. ✓
  4. 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