10 Questions
What trait of the bear is highlighted in the fairy tale 'Tops and Roots'?
Laziness
In 'Animals in the Pit', the bear is depicted as:
Gullible
Which quality is attributed to the bear in the fairy tale 'The Bear and the Dog'?
Kindness
In 'The Bear with a fake leg', the bear loses a leg due to:
Theft
What symbolism do giant pandas embody according to the text?
Balance and harmony
What did the Tang poet Bai Juyi say about the panda's diet?
It eats copper and iron
Why were pandas initially doubted for use in battle?
Their coloring made them too noticeable
What did Sima Qian write about pandas in relation to Qin Shi Huang?
Pandas helped Qin Shi Huang defeat the Yan Emperor
What were pandas known as in ancient times?
Pixiu
What did the folktale explain about panda's black markings?
They were bestowed by the Tibetan sages for victory in battle
Explore the ambiguous portrayal of the bear in Russian fairy tales, where it embodies traits like laziness, stupidity, and strength. Discover how the bear is depicted differently in various stories, such as 'Tops and Roots' and 'Animals in the Pit'.
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