The Merchant and the Genie — Questions and answers
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Why did the Genie want to take the Merchant's life?
Choices
- The Merchant had stolen treasure from the Genie's hidden cave.
- The Merchant had trespassed on the Genie's sacred land.
- The Merchant had insulted the Genie's family.
- The Merchant's carelessly thrown date pit had struck down the Genie's son. ✓
Answer: The Merchant's carelessly thrown date pit had struck down the Genie's son.
From page 3
How long did the Genie agree to give the Merchant a reprieve before taking his life?
Choices
- exactly one year ✓
- five years
- seven days
- three months
Answer: exactly one year
From page 4
What was the First Old Man leading when he appeared on a rocky trail into the oasis?
Choices
- two loyal black dogs
- a swift camel
- a strong grey mule
- a gentle brown deer ✓
Answer: a gentle brown deer
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What was the Second Old Man walking with when he appeared on another path into the oasis?
Choices
- two loyal black dogs ✓
- a strong grey mule
- a small, playful monkey
- a gentle brown deer
Answer: two loyal black dogs
From page 8
What happened to the Genie's anger after the three Old Men told their wonderful stories?
Choices
- His fury was entirely gone, replaced by a sense of satisfaction. ✓
- His fury grew even stronger, making him more determined.
- His fury turned into sadness, and he began to weep.
- His fury remained unchanged, and he refused to listen.
Answer: His fury was entirely gone, replaced by a sense of satisfaction.
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