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Humorous Retelling of Three Little Pigs and Language Complexity

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Humorous Retelling of Three Little Pigs and Language Complexity

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What material did the third pig use to build his house?

Straw

Sticks

Wooden planks

Bricks (correct)

Why is reading classics challenging according to the text?

Because classics are too expensive to purchase

The extensive vocabulary used in classics like Shakespeare's works (correct)

Due to the lack of interesting stories

Because classic tales are not relevant in modern times

Which pig in the story ultimately outsmarts the wolf?

First pig

Fourth pig

Second pig

Third pig (correct)

What modern touch was added to the classic tale of the three little pigs?

'American made' feature was added to the brick house Signup and view all the answers

What does the story of the three little pigs emphasize?

The importance of language and vocabulary in communication and problem-solving Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the vocabulary challenge when reading classics?

The text describes the challenge as extensive vocabulary, such as Shakespeare's 54,000-word working vocabulary. Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates each pig in the story of the three little pigs?

Each pig builds a different house - straw, sticks, bricks. Signup and view all the answers

In the story, how does the third pig protect himself and his siblings from the wolf?

The third pig outsmarts the wolf by building a sturdy brick house. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the third pig's brick house being 'American made' in the context of the story?

The 'American made' brick house adds a modern touch to the classic tale, highlighting the difference between past and present times. Signup and view all the answers

How does the story of the three little pigs emphasize the importance of language and vocabulary?

The story emphasizes the importance of language and vocabulary in communication and problem-solving. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Reading classics can be challenging due to the extensive vocabulary used, such as Shakespeare's 54,000-word working vocabulary compared to today's average of 3,000 words.
The text humorously describes a retelling of the classic tale of the three little pigs, showcasing the complexity of older English language and the struggle to understand it in modern times.
Each pig in the story builds a different house (straw, sticks, bricks) and faces a wolf who blows down the houses one by one.
The third pig, with the brick house, ultimately outsmarts the wolf, protecting himself and his siblings.
The text humorously highlights the differences in vocabulary and intelligence between past and present times.
The story emphasizes the importance of language and vocabulary in communication and problem-solving.
The humorous twist at the end reveals that the third pig's sturdy brick house was "American made," adding a modern touch to the classic tale.

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Discover a humorous retelling of the classic tale of the three little pigs, highlighting the complexity of older English language and the challenges in interpreting it in modern times. Follow the journey of the pigs as they face a cunning wolf and learn the importance of language and vocabulary in communication and problem-solving.