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Chapter Analysis
Beginner12 pages • EnglishQuick Summary
In the story 'Flying Together,' a wise old bird advises a group of geese to destroy a young creeper growing at the foot of their tree. The geese dismiss the advice, seeing no immediate danger. As the creeper grows strong, it becomes a tool for a hunter to climb the tree and lay a trap. The geese, caught in the net, regret not heeding the wise bird's advice. However, by pretending to be dead, they manage a clever escape when the hunter throws them to the ground, believing them to be unfit for capture.
Key Topics
- •The importance of foresight
- •Consequences of ignoring warnings
- •The value of teamwork and cooperation
- •Skillful problem-solving
- •Leadership and wisdom
- •The significance of timing in decision-making
- •Dealing with adversity
- •Critical thinking and planning
Learning Objectives
- ✓Understand the consequences of ignoring warnings or advice.
- ✓Recognize the importance of teamwork in overcoming difficulties.
- ✓Develop problem-solving skills through critical thinking.
- ✓Appreciate the role of leadership and wisdom in guiding actions.
- ✓Explore decision-making processes and their outcomes.
- ✓Encourage self-reflection to improve future decision-making.
Questions in Chapter
Where did the geese live?
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Why did the old bird advise the other birds to destroy the creeper?
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Why did the geese cry, 'Help Help'?
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What did the hunter do when he thought that the geese were dead?
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Why did the geese pretend to be dead?
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Describe one incident when you got into trouble because you did not do your work on time.
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The tree was the house of a flock of parrots. (True/False)
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The wise old bird wanted the creeper to be destroyed. (True/False)
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The hunter climbed the tree with the help of a ladder. (True/False)
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When caught in the net the foolish birds began to weep. (True/False)
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The wise old bird helped them to escape. (True/False)
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Additional Practice Questions
Why is it important to heed warnings, even if the danger is not immediate?
mediumAnswer: Heeding warnings is crucial because some dangers develop over time. Small issues can grow into significant problems if not addressed early. In the story, ignoring the wise bird's advice led to the geese being trapped.
Discuss the role of leadership and wisdom in preventing problems.
hardAnswer: Leadership and wisdom involve foresight and the ability to assess potential threats. By listening to the wise bird, the geese could have prevented the catastrophe. Leaders must often consider long-term impacts and guide others to take preventive actions.
Create a scenario where teamwork helps avoid a problem.
easyAnswer: Imagine a group of students given a project. One student notices a mistake in the initial plan. By working together, discussing the mistake, and making adjustments, the group prevents potential failure of the project.
How can stubbornness lead to downfall, using examples from history?
hardAnswer: Stubbornness can prevent people from accepting change or new ideas, leading to missed opportunities or failure. For instance, Kodak's refusal to embrace digital technology led to its decline, much like the geese ignoring the creeper.
Why is self-relection important when making decisions?
mediumAnswer: Self-reflection helps evaluate past decisions and understand their outcomes. By reflecting on their refusal to cut the creeper, the geese realized the mistake and used their reflection to devise an escape plan.