Prince Ahmed and the Fairy Pari Banou — Questions and answers

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What did the Sultan ask his three sons, Prince Houssain, Prince Ali, and Prince Ahmed, to do to decide who would be his heir and marry Princess Nouronnihar?

Choices

  1. Win a great battle against a neighboring kingdom.
  2. Solve the most difficult riddle in the kingdom.
  3. Bring him the most extraordinary treasure never seen before in all the world. ✓
  4. Build the most magnificent palace in the land.

Answer: Bring him the most extraordinary treasure never seen before in all the world.

From page 1

What did Prince Ahmed buy from a dervish in a lively bazaar during his journey?

Choices

  1. A seemingly simple apple that could cure any illness with its scent. ✓
  2. A magic carpet that could fly anywhere in the world.
  3. A polished brass optic tube that could show distant things.
  4. A chest filled with glittering jewels.

Answer: A seemingly simple apple that could cure any illness with its scent.

From page 2

What did Prince Houssain present when the three princes met after a year?

Choices

  1. A polished brass optic tube to see far away.
  2. A map to a hidden treasure.
  3. A plain-looking apple with healing power.
  4. A magnificent magic carpet that could carry anyone anywhere. ✓

Answer: A magnificent magic carpet that could carry anyone anywhere.

From page 3

What did Prince Ali see when he looked through his polished optic tube at Princess Nouronnihar?

Choices

  1. Princess Nouronnihar was preparing for a grand feast.
  2. Princess Nouronnihar was reading a book in her chamber.
  3. Princess Nouronnihar was desperately ill and at the point of death. ✓
  4. Princess Nouronnihar was happily playing in the palace gardens.

Answer: Princess Nouronnihar was desperately ill and at the point of death.

From page 4

How did Prince Ahmed cure Princess Nouronnihar when they arrived at her bedchamber?

Choices

  1. He used Prince Houssain's magic carpet to heal her.
  2. He held his special apple close to her, letting its scent fill the air. ✓
  3. He sang a magical song to make her feel better.
  4. He gave her a special potion he found on his journey.

Answer: He held his special apple close to her, letting its scent fill the air.

From page 5

Why did the Sultan declare that Prince Ahmed would marry Princess Nouronnihar?

Choices

  1. Ahmed's simple apple had directly saved Princess Nouronnihar's life. ✓
  2. Ali's optic tube was not as impressive as the other treasures.
  3. Houssain's magic carpet was too dangerous to use.
  4. Ahmed was the eldest of the three brothers.

Answer: Ahmed's simple apple had directly saved Princess Nouronnihar's life.

From page 6

What did Prince Houssain do to Princess Nouronnihar after Prince Ahmed was chosen to marry her?

Choices

  1. He tried to convince the Sultan to change his mind.
  2. He left the kingdom in anger and never returned.
  3. He challenged Prince Ahmed to a duel for her hand.
  4. He used his magic carpet to abduct her and fly her to a hidden castle. ✓

Answer: He used his magic carpet to abduct her and fly her to a hidden castle.

From page 7

Who did Prince Ahmed meet in the shimmering, ethereal castle after overcoming many trials?

Choices

  1. An ancient king who gave him a new quest.
  2. A wise old hermit living in the gardens.
  3. The Fairy Pari Banou, a being of incredible beauty and grace. ✓
  4. A powerful wizard who offered him more magic.

Answer: The Fairy Pari Banou, a being of incredible beauty and grace.

From page 8

How did the Fairy Pari Banou help Prince Ahmed bring Princess Nouronnihar back?

Choices

  1. She used her magic to transport Ahmed directly to the hidden castle.
  2. She summoned her loyal genies to rescue the princess from Houssain's fortress. ✓
  3. She sent a message to the Sultan to send his army.
  4. She gave Ahmed a magical sword to fight Prince Houssain.

Answer: She summoned her loyal genies to rescue the princess from Houssain's fortress.

From page 9

Who did Prince Ahmed return to the Sultan's palace with, besides Princess Nouronnihar?

Choices

  1. The magnificent Fairy Pari Banou, his new beloved wife. ✓
  2. His two brothers, Prince Houssain and Prince Ali.
  3. A powerful genie who granted wishes.
  4. A new treasure from the enchanted land.

Answer: The magnificent Fairy Pari Banou, his new beloved wife.

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