Questions and Answers
What did the narrator draw when he was six?
A boa constrictor that had swallowed an elephant.
What unusual request did the little prince make after meeting the narrator?
To draw him a sheep.
How does the little prince view his home planet?
It is very small.
What is the name of the asteroid that the little prince's planet is believed to be?
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What did the little prince reveal he hopes the sheep will do?
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How many sunsets did the little prince say he has seen in one day?
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What is one particular concern the little prince has regarding the sheep?
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What does the little prince's flower demand at night?
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What did the little prince do before departing his planet?
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What is the narrator's profession?
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The little prince is proud and does not want to leave his planet.
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Study Notes
Chapter 1
- Narrator's childhood drawing of a boa constrictor swallowing an elephant is misunderstood by adults as a hat.
- Disappointment in adults’ inability to perceive deeper meanings leads the narrator to abandon drawing.
- Grows up to become a pilot, attempts to reconnect with adults through his drawing, but they still misinterpret it.
Chapter 2
- Narrator experiences loneliness until he crashes in the Sahara Desert due to a plane accident.
- Meets a small figure who requests a drawing of a sheep.
- After several failed attempts to draw a sheep, the narrator presents a box with an invisible sheep inside, pleasing the boy.
Chapter 3
- The boy, referred to as the little prince, shares that he too came from the sky, implying he is from another planet.
- The little prince mentions that his planet is very small, eliminating the need for a string to keep the sheep from getting lost.
Chapter 4
- The little prince’s planet is identified as asteroid B-612, discovered by a Turkish astronomer.
- Adult perceptions are critiqued; they favor facts over beauty, leading the narrator to share details to appeal to adult sensibilities.
- The act of sharing his story is emotionally painful for the narrator, indicating a deeper connection with the little prince.
Chapter 5
- The little prince’s planet is home to baobabs, which can threaten the planet's integrity by growing large if not removed early.
- Importance of discipline in preventing baobabs from taking root is emphasized by the little prince.
- The narrator is asked to illustrate the baobabs, marking it as a crucial drawing to warn Earth’s children.
Chapter 6
- Little prince expresses a love for sunsets, claiming he can view them multiple times a day due to his small planet's size.
- Narrator realizes the little prince's melancholy as he enjoys watching sunsets when feeling sad.
Chapter 7
- A conflict arises when the little prince worries about sheep eating his favorite flower with thorns.
- The prince feels misunderstood and accuses the narrator of being like adults who ignore what truly matters.
- Emotional turmoil leads to the little prince crying over the fate of his beloved flower.
Chapter 8
- The flower that the little prince cherishes is unique and took time to blossom, showcasing her beauty.
- The flower exhibits vanity and makes demands, revealing her insecurities to the prince.
- Regret from the little prince about leaving the flower reflects his struggle to understand true love.
Chapter 9
- Before leaving, the little prince prepares his planet by tidying up the volcanoes and removing baobab shoots.
- Farewell to the flower is emotionally charged; she expresses love and regret for not showing it earlier.
- The parting is marked by sadness, leaving uncertainty about their future reunion.
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This quiz provides a summary of Chapters 1-9 from 'The Little Prince'. It explores key themes, characters, and events in these initial chapters that set the stage for the narrator's journey and discoveries. Test your understanding of this beloved novella through engaging flashcards.
