Momotaro Plot Summary

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What did Momotaro's parents prepare for him before he left on his journey?

A weapon and armor
A magic incantation
A giant peach
Rice cakes (Mochi) (correct)

Who did Momotaro meet first on his journey?

A monkey
A pheasant bird
An ogre
A rude dog (correct)

What significant characteristic did Momotaro possess compared to other boys?

He was extremely wealthy.
He was exceptionally strong. (correct)
He was very clever.
He could fly.

Why did Momotaro decide to fight the Ogres?

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What rule did Momotaro establish among the animals that joined him?

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Flashcards

What is the giant peach?

A magical peach that hatches a baby boy named Momotaro and is a symbol of good luck and a gift from the gods in the story.

Who is Momotaro?

A strong, kind-hearted boy sent from the gods who fights evil ogres.

What are Mochi?

Rice cakes, a popular Japanese food, are used by Momotaro to recruit animal allies.

Who are the Oni (Ogres)?

A group of mischievous and powerful demons who are known for their harmful nature and causing trouble in the village. The story depicts Momotaro's quest to combat these ogres.

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Describe the animals who join Momotaro.

Loyal companions who join Momotaro on his adventure to defeat the ogres, each with their own unique abilities and personalities: a dog, monkey, and pheasant.

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Study Notes

The Momotaro Plot Summary

A young boy, Momotaro, born to an old couple, who wished for a child.
Momotaro was born after an old woman found a giant peach.
The couple's wish for a child was granted from God.
Momotaro was strong and brave, unlike other boys.
He asked his father to allow him to go fight the ogres.
Momotaro's father agreed.
Before Momotaro left, the old couple prepared rice cakes for him.
Momotaro met a dog, monkey, and pheasant on his journey.
The dog, monkey, and pheasant joined his quest to fight ogres.
Momotaro and his allies traveled to defeat the ogres.
Momotaro confronted the ogres.
The animals aided Momotaro by distracting the ogres.
Momotaro returned home with his parents and the defeated ogres.
Momotaro's arrival was celebrated by his family and his allies.

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Explore the classic tale of Momotaro, a brave boy born from a giant peach who sets out on a quest to defeat ogres. Along his journey, he is joined by loyal companions, including a dog, monkey, and pheasant. This quiz tests your understanding of the key events and characters in this beloved Japanese folktale.