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Jack and his mother were very ______.
Jack and his mother were very ______.
poor
Jack met an old man who offered him special ______.
Jack met an old man who offered him special ______.
beans
Jack's mother was angry because they needed ______, not beans.
Jack's mother was angry because they needed ______, not beans.
food
Jack saw a very tall ______ in the garden.
Jack saw a very tall ______ in the garden.
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At the top of the beanstalk, Jack found a ______.
At the top of the beanstalk, Jack found a ______.
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The giant was counting bags of ______ coins.
The giant was counting bags of ______ coins.
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Inside the castle was a magic ______ that could talk.
Inside the castle was a magic ______ that could talk.
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Jack chopped down the beanstalk, and the giant fell on the ______.
Jack chopped down the beanstalk, and the giant fell on the ______.
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Jack and his mother sold the golden eggs and were ______ again.
Jack and his mother sold the golden eggs and were ______ again.
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What did Jack's mother ask him to sell?
What did Jack's mother ask him to sell?
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The beanstalk led to a beautiful garden at the top.
The beanstalk led to a beautiful garden at the top.
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What did Jack do with the axe when he returned home?
What did Jack do with the axe when he returned home?
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The magic hen lay ______ eggs.
The magic hen lay ______ eggs.
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Match Jack's actions with their results:
Match Jack's actions with their results:
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What did the giant do with the gold coins?
What did the giant do with the gold coins?
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The hen wanted to remain with Jack and his mother after being freed.
The hen wanted to remain with Jack and his mother after being freed.
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Who presented Jack with the magic beans?
Who presented Jack with the magic beans?
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Jack and his mother lived ______ ever after.
Jack and his mother lived ______ ever after.
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Study Notes
Characters and Setting
- Jack: A poor boy tasked by his mother to sell their last cow for food.
- Jack's Mother: Concerned about their poverty, emphasizes the need for food instead of beans.
- The Old Man: Offers Jack magical beans that promise wealth.
- The Giant: A large creature guarding treasures, symbolizing a challenge Jack must face.
- The Magic Hen: A talking hen that produces golden eggs and represents hope and freedom.
Plot Summary
- Jack's family faces financial hardship and must sell their last cow.
- Jack encounters an old man who sells him magical beans, leading to his initial mistake of ignoring his mother's advice.
- The mother reacts angrily, discarding the beans, highlighting the desperation of their situation.
- A miraculous beanstalk grows overnight, enabling Jack to climb to the clouds and discover a castle.
Key Events
- In the castle, Jack finds the giant and the magic hen, representing wealth and danger.
- The hen, trapped by the giant, pleads for rescue, showcasing themes of bravery and kindness.
- Jack decides to confront the giant and ultimately saves the hen by chopping down the beanstalk, leading to the giant's demise.
Themes and Outcomes
- Transformation of circumstances: Jack and his mother go from poverty to wealth through courage and compassion.
- Moral lessons: Highlights the importance of wise decisions, bravery, and helping others in need.
- Happy ending: Jack and his mother live happily ever after, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the rewards of kindness.
Characters and Setting
- Jack: A poor boy tasked by his mother to sell their last cow for food.
- Jack's Mother: Concerned about their poverty, emphasizes the need for food instead of beans.
- The Old Man: Offers Jack magical beans that promise wealth.
- The Giant: A large creature guarding treasures, symbolizing a challenge Jack must face.
- The Magic Hen: A talking hen that produces golden eggs and represents hope and freedom.
Plot Summary
- Jack's family faces financial hardship and must sell their last cow.
- Jack encounters an old man who sells him magical beans, leading to his initial mistake of ignoring his mother's advice.
- The mother reacts angrily, discarding the beans, highlighting the desperation of their situation.
- A miraculous beanstalk grows overnight, enabling Jack to climb to the clouds and discover a castle.
Key Events
- In the castle, Jack finds the giant and the magic hen, representing wealth and danger.
- The hen, trapped by the giant, pleads for rescue, showcasing themes of bravery and kindness.
- Jack decides to confront the giant and ultimately saves the hen by chopping down the beanstalk, leading to the giant's demise.
Themes and Outcomes
- Transformation of circumstances: Jack and his mother go from poverty to wealth through courage and compassion.
- Moral lessons: Highlights the importance of wise decisions, bravery, and helping others in need.
- Happy ending: Jack and his mother live happily ever after, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil and the rewards of kindness.
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Description
Test your knowledge about the story of Jack and the Beanstalk. This quiz covers key events and characters from the tale, highlighting Jack's adventure and choices regarding the magical beans. See how well you remember this classic fairy tale!
