The Darning Needle — Questions and answers

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Why did Volcan want to find Elara?

Choices

  1. He wanted her to mend his old cloak.
  2. He heard she could make gold from thread. ✓
  3. He wanted to ask her about fire-flowers.
  4. He needed help building cages.

Answer: He heard she could make gold from thread.

From page 4

What did Volcan offer Elara to tempt her?

Choices

  1. A beautiful fire-flower
  2. A shiny new darning needle
  3. A skein of pure gold thread ✓
  4. A quiet place to live

Answer: A skein of pure gold thread

From page 5

How did Volcan feel when he saw Elara crying and tearing her dress?

Choices

  1. Sad and worried for her
  2. Happy and triumphant ✓
  3. Confused and surprised
  4. Angry and disappointed

Answer: Happy and triumphant

From page 7