Hans in Luck — Questions and answers

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What did Hans's master give him as a reward after seven years of service?

Choices

  1. a fast horse to ride home
  2. a bag of silver coins
  3. a new house in the village
  4. a lump of gold as big as Hans's head ✓

Answer: a lump of gold as big as Hans's head

From page 1

In the fairy tale "Hans in Luck," what did Hans trade his heavy gold for with the horseman?

Choices

  1. a comfortable cart
  2. a warm cloak
  3. a strong ox
  4. a swift horse ✓

Answer: a swift horse

From page 2

In the fairy tale "Hans in Luck," what did Hans trade his horse for after it threw him into a ditch?

Choices

  1. a gentle cow ✓
  2. a sturdy cart
  3. a comfortable saddle
  4. a loyal dog

Answer: a gentle cow

From page 3

In the fairy tale "Hans in Luck," what did Hans trade his troublesome cow for with the butcher?

Choices

  1. a young pig ✓
  2. a flock of chickens
  3. a basket of food
  4. a new pair of boots

Answer: a young pig

From page 4

In the fairy tale "Hans in Luck," why did Hans trade his pig for a goose with the young fellow?

Choices

  1. The pig was thought to be stolen from the mayor. ✓
  2. The goose was much prettier.
  3. The pig was too small.
  4. The pig was too noisy.

Answer: The pig was thought to be stolen from the mayor.

From page 5

In the fairy tale "Hans in Luck," what did Hans trade his goose for with the old scissor-grinder?

Choices

  1. a grindstone and a plain stone ✓
  2. a delicious meal
  3. a new coat and hat
  4. a bag of silver coins

Answer: a grindstone and a plain stone

From page 6

In the fairy tale "Hans in Luck," how did Hans feel carrying the grindstone and plain stone as he walked?

Choices

  1. He felt light and quick.
  2. He felt strong and energetic.
  3. He felt excited about making money.
  4. His legs grew tired and his shoulders ached. ✓

Answer: His legs grew tired and his shoulders ached.

From page 7

What happened to Hans's two heavy stones at the well?

Choices

  1. They fell into the water and sank out of sight. ✓
  2. He hid them under a bush.
  3. He traded them for a drink of water.
  4. He used them to build a small fire.

Answer: They fell into the water and sank out of sight.

From page 8

In the fairy tale "Hans in Luck," how did Hans feel after the grindstone and plain stone fell into the well?

Choices

  1. He felt angry at himself.
  2. He felt lighter and filled with joy. ✓
  3. He felt worried about what to do next.
  4. He felt sad and disappointed.

Answer: He felt lighter and filled with joy.

From page 9

In the fairy tale "Hans in Luck," what did Hans tell his mother about his journey home?

Choices

  1. He had earned a lot of money.
  2. He had found a new job.
  3. He had bought a new house.
  4. He had lost everything he gained but felt free. ✓

Answer: He had lost everything he gained but felt free.

From page 10