Korean Folktale: The Tiger's Whisker

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What does the vibrant yellow rose, rimmed with crimson, symbolize in the story?

The husband's desire to return to his life before sitting on the porch.
The wife's unwavering dedication to her family.
The couple's regret over lost time and opportunities.
A renewed connection and unexpected joy within their relationship. (correct)

The husband's initial action of 'looking blankly down the road' primarily suggests:

Concentration on his surroundings.
A sense of isolation or disorientation. (correct)
Admiration for the scenery.
Anticipation for visitors.

How does the wife's daily routine contribute to the transformation of their relationship?

By demonstrating her superior strength and independence.
By reinforcing traditional gender roles and expectations.
By providing a stable and loving environment that slowly reconnects them. (correct)
By distracting her from her husband's emotional distance.

Why is the wife initially frightened when she returns from the market and cannot find her husband on the porch?

She fears he has relapsed into a worse state. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the husband humming a tuneless song while looking at the flowers?

It represents a newfound sense of peace and engagement with his surroundings. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the wife do to manage in her husband's absence during the war?

She takes on double the work, managing both the house and the fields. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial demeanor of the husband upon his return from war?

He is distant and detached, showing little emotion or engagement. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What motivates the wife to seek help from the wise woman?

She is driven by desperation and a desire to restore her husband’s well-being. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the wife do in the evenings when her husband was home before the war?

She would sit or rock on the porch in silence with her husband. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why was it a sad day for the man and his wife?

Because the man was called away to go to war. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the wife react to her husband's emotional distance after he returns from the war?

She patiently tries to please him and draw him out, but eventually grows angry and worried. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the husband do when he returns from the war?

He would only sit, staring down the road. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the wise woman's initial response when the wife asks for help?

She says there is one potion for his condition but the necessary ingredients are hard to find. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary emotion the woman experienced when she first learned about the tiger whisker?

Overwhelming fear and dread (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the woman initially gather the yellow berries from the rare mountain thorn bush?

She endured scratches and thorns to pull out the bush. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What method did the woman use to gain the tiger's trust?

Leaving gifts of raw meat and singing a lullaby (C) Signup and view all the answers

What motivated the woman to retrieve the whisker of the great tiger?

To cure her sick husband (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the wise woman's reaction when the woman presented the berries and whisker?

She immediately threw them into the fire. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What was the wise woman's advice to the woman after destroying the items?

To use her loving patience to heal her husband's emotional wounds (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the wise woman imply about the true cure for the husband's ailment?

It resided in the woman's own actions and love. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the woman demonstrate her commitment to her husband's well-being after returning from the wise woman?

She silently offered him love and continued her household duties. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the tiger most likely symbolize in the story?

An external force that appears dangerous but can be tamed with patience and care (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does this line from the passage suggest: 'The days had gone by without counting when she walked around the curve that led to the tiger’s cave.'?

She had lost track of time due to her persistence and focus. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the lullaby in the woman's interactions with the tiger?

It was a symbol of trust, care, and gentleness that helped to calm the tiger and build a relationship. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the woman cook extra food and caress her husband before going to see the tiger on the day she planned to get the whisker?

She was unsure if she would return and wanted to show her love and care. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does this line 'She did not ask anything of her husband, but every day silently offered him her love and support' suggest about the woman's approach to helping her husband?

She understood the importance of patience and unconditional love in his healing. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the wise woman not immediately disclose that there was no potion for the husband and instead send the woman on a dangerous quest?

She wanted to test the woman's love and commitment and teach her a valuable lesson. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the woman's perception of the tiger change throughout the story?

She started by fearing the tiger but eventually saw it as a creature capable of trust and gentleness. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Porch Moments

Quiet time spent outdoors with a loved one, reflecting and connecting.

Lullaby

A gentle song sung to soothe or relax, often loved ones.