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What event occurred every year that affected Franz's life?
What event occurred every year that affected Franz's life?
- He hosted a celebration for the king.
- He invited hunters to stay overnight.
- Trolls drove him out of his house. (correct)
- A bear attacked his house.
Which character offered to stay in Franz's house despite the threat of trolls?
Which character offered to stay in Franz's house despite the threat of trolls?
- The white bear
- A friend of Franz
- A famous hunter (correct)
- A local villager
What preparations did Franz make for the trolls' arrival?
What preparations did Franz make for the trolls' arrival?
- He hid valuables in the attic.
- He cleaned the house and invited guests.
- He cooked food and set the table. (correct)
- He locked all the doors and windows.
What feelings did the hunter express about the trolls?
What feelings did the hunter express about the trolls?
What type of food did Franz prepare for the trolls?
What type of food did Franz prepare for the trolls?
What was Franz's main concern about the night?
What was Franz's main concern about the night?
What can be inferred about the trolls from the description in the passage?
What can be inferred about the trolls from the description in the passage?
What did Franz do after preparing for the trolls?
What did Franz do after preparing for the trolls?
Which detail from the story indicates how Franz reacted to the trolls before the hunter’s visit?
Which detail from the story indicates how Franz reacted to the trolls before the hunter’s visit?
Which detail from the story indicates how Franz reacted to the trolls after the hunter’s visit?
Which detail from the story indicates how Franz reacted to the trolls after the hunter’s visit?
Which statement best describes a main theme of the story?
Which statement best describes a main theme of the story?
Which character acts as the best example of the theme about using wits?
Which character acts as the best example of the theme about using wits?
What detail shows that the trolls thought the bear was a cat?
What detail shows that the trolls thought the bear was a cat?
Which detail also shows the trolls' misunderstanding about the bear?
Which detail also shows the trolls' misunderstanding about the bear?
How did Franz initially react to the trolls entering his space?
How did Franz initially react to the trolls entering his space?
What best describes the trolls' intentions towards Franz?
What best describes the trolls' intentions towards Franz?
What action did the troll take after noticing the bear?
What action did the troll take after noticing the bear?
What was the bear's reaction when it was disturbed by the troll?
What was the bear's reaction when it was disturbed by the troll?
What did Franz do upon returning home the next day?
What did Franz do upon returning home the next day?
What did Franz imply about the bear when he spoke to the voice in the woods?
What did Franz imply about the bear when he spoke to the voice in the woods?
How did the trolls react after learning about the kittens?
How did the trolls react after learning about the kittens?
What does the word 'ferocious' most closely mean in the context of the bear?
What does the word 'ferocious' most closely mean in the context of the bear?
What did the voice ask Franz in the woods?
What did the voice ask Franz in the woods?
What indication is there that the trolls were scared of the bear?
What indication is there that the trolls were scared of the bear?
How do Franz and the hunter differ in their feelings about trolls?
How do Franz and the hunter differ in their feelings about trolls?
Which statement accurately describes how paragraphs 12–19 contribute to the plot development?
Which statement accurately describes how paragraphs 12–19 contribute to the plot development?
In what order did these events occur in the selection?
In what order did these events occur in the selection?
What is the meaning of the word 'raucous' in paragraph 7?
What is the meaning of the word 'raucous' in paragraph 7?
Which phrase best helps determine the meaning of 'raucous'?
Which phrase best helps determine the meaning of 'raucous'?
Which event indicates the trolls' behavior towards Franz?
Which event indicates the trolls' behavior towards Franz?
What does Franz do each year when the trolls arrive?
What does Franz do each year when the trolls arrive?
What can be inferred about the bear in the story?
What can be inferred about the bear in the story?
Study Notes
Overview of "The Cat"
- Franz, a man in Denmark, is repeatedly driven from his home by trolls each year on the same night.
- A famous hunter, having captured a bear, seeks shelter at Franz's house, unaware of the trolls.
- Despite Franz’s warnings about the trolls, the hunter insists on staying.
Key Events
- Franz prepares for the trolls by cleaning and cooking, then leaves the hunter and bear alone in the house.
- A rowdy celebration ensues when trolls arrive, mistaking the bear for a cat.
- One troll provokes the bear, who reacts by roaring and scaring the trolls away.
Character Reactions
- Before the hunter’s arrival, Franz is anxious and fearful of the trolls.
- After the hunter's intervention, Franz feels empowered, cleverly uses the bear to scare off the trolls.
Vocabulary
- "Ferocious" means dangerous; context provided when the voice from the woods asks about the bear.
- "Raucous" signifies loud and disorderly; indicated by the trolls’ chaotic celebration as they sing and feast.
Themes
- The primary theme emphasizes using wits for a positive outcome, exemplified by Franz’s clever deceit about the bear.
- Characterization shows that the hunter represents bravery, while trolls embody chaos and mischief.
Character Insights
- Franz demonstrates ingenuity and resourcefulness, transforming his fear into strategic action.
- The trolls showcase ignorance by confusing a bear for a cat, leading to their downfall.
Story Conclusion
- Franz's life returns to normal after the terrifying experience with the trolls, who never return due to the fear instilled by the bear.
- The tale concludes with Franz achieving peace in his home, illustrating a successful resolution via clever tactics.
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