Little Kite: Overcoming Fear of Flying
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What initial feeling does the little kite express regarding flying?

  • An eagerness to soar high immediately.
  • A strong belief in its ability to fly higher than the others
  • A fear that it will fall if it tries to fly. (correct)
  • Confidence that it will learn to fly eventually.

What is the big kite's initial response to the little kite's fear?

  • Dismissing the little kite's fears and warning it about never learning. (correct)
  • Promising to stay close and provide assistance.
  • Encouraging the little kite to simply try.
  • Offering detailed instructions on how to fly.

What does the phrase 'Then the little kite's paper stirred at the sight' suggest?

  • The little kite's paper was rustling due to the wind.
  • The little kite was being carried away by the wind.
  • The little kite was beginning to overcome its fear and feel a sense of anticipation. (correct)
  • The little kite was damaged.
  • The kite was excited to fly with the big kite

Which of the following best describes the little kite's emotional state as it begins to fly?

<p>Whirling and frightened, then braver. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the big kite's perspective change as the little kite begins to fly?

<p>The big kite looks down and watches the little kite rising steadily. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What might the 'tranquil sky' symbolize in the context of the poem?

<p>The peace and opportunity that come with overcoming fear. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options most accurately describes the meaning of 'steadily' as used in the line 'The little one rising steadily'?

<p>Slowly and gradually. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely intended message from the phrase spoken from the big kite to the little kite, '...only try!'?

<p>Encouragement towards attempting something difficult. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the little kite get himself free for flight?

<p>The little kite was trembling. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How could the lesson in the story be generalized to people?

<p>People can do new things if they overcome their fear. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Flashcards

Fall

To fall or descend quickly and without control.

Learn

To gain knowledge or skill through study, experience, or being taught.

Nodded

Acceptance or agreement, often indicated by a head movement.

Tranquil

The state of being calm, peaceful, and free from disturbance.

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Toward

In the direction of.

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Flight

A voyage or trip by air.

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Whirling

Spinning around rapidly.

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Frightened

Feeling or showing fear.

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Steadily

In a firm and balanced manner.

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Study Notes

  • "How the Little Kite Learned to Fly?" is by Katherine Pyle.

The Little Kite's Initial Fear

  • The little kite doubted its ability to fly, seeing others soaring high above.
  • It feared falling if it tried to fly.
  • The big kite encouraged the little kite to try.
  • The little kite expressed fear of failing to learn at all and being afraid to fall.

Overcoming Fear and Taking Flight

  • The big kite nodded a goodbye and ascended towards the tranquil sky.
  • The little kite's paper stirred, and trembling, it shook himself free for flight.
  • It felt frightened initially, but grew braver.
  • It rose alone through the air.
  • The big kite watched the little one rising steadily.

Vocabulary

  • Never = कभी
  • Over = ऊपर
  • Fall = गिरना
  • Tried = कोशिश की
  • Learn = सीखना
  • Nodded = स्वीकृति, सिर हिलाना
  • Good-bye = अच्छा विदा, अलविदा
  • Rose = बढ़ना
  • Tranquil = शांतिपूर्ण
  • Toward = आगे की ओर
  • Flight = उड़ान
  • Whirling = गोल-गोल चक्कर लगाते
  • Frightened = भयभीत था
  • Steadily = थोड़ा-थोड़ा, क्रमशः

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Story of a little kite afraid to fly. Encouraged by a big kite, it overcomes its fear. It eventually learns to fly and enjoys the experience.

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