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 The Calabash Kids 22 Flashcards |
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Who is the main character in the story "The Calabash Kids"? |
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Shindo, a lonely woman whose husband had passed away. |
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What does Shindo pray for every evening to the Great Mountain Spirit? |
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She prays for help with her daily chores. |
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Who gives Shindo the special gourd seeds? |
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A noble chieftain, a messenger from the Great Mountain Spirit. |
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How long does it take for the special gourd seeds to grow into ripe gourds? |
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One week. |
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Describe the transformation process of the gourds into children. |
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The gourds sprout heads, arms, and legs, becoming children when Shindo is away from home. |
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What causes Shindo to become rich in the story? |
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The gourd children’s help allows her to grow many fields of vegetables and bananas and keep flocks of sheep and goats. |
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What happens when Shindo scolds Kitete and calls him "nothing but a calabash"? |
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Kitete instantly turns back into a gourd. |
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Fill in the blank: After Kitete is turned back into a gourd, the other children call him back by saying, '___, come help us!' |
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Ki-te-te |
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What lesson does Shindo learn from her experience with Kitete? |
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To be kind and careful with her words, as harsh words can cause harm. |
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Fill in the blank: Shindo’s daily chores include cleaning, cooking, and caring for ___. |
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 Chickens |
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What does the word "rafter" mean in the context of the story? |
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A strong beam that supports a roof, where Shindo places the gourds to dry. |
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