The Coyote and the Rabbit | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

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Reading Comprehension Questions

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Who are the main characters in the story?

The coyote and the rabbit

Where does the story happen?

In the desert

Why does the rabbit want to trick the coyote?

The rabbit wants to trick the coyote to escape and protect himself.

How does the rabbit escape from the coyote?

The rabbit escapes by using clever tricks to outsmart the coyote each time.

What does the coyote do when the rabbit tricks him?

The coyote becomes frustrated or angry each time he is tricked.

What does the coyote learn by the end of the story?

The coyote learns that strength alone isn’t enough, and that cleverness is also important.

Do you think the coyote and rabbit can be friends? Why?

No, probably not, because the rabbit sees the coyote as a threat, and the coyote wants to catch the rabbit.

What is the rabbit like? Describe him in one word.

The rabbit is clever.

What lesson does this story teach us?

The story teaches us that being smart can help you solve problems, even if you’re not the strongest.

How do you think the rabbit feels when he escapes from the coyote?

The rabbit probably feels happy and relieved that he escaped safely.

What does the coyote want to do with the rabbit?

The coyote wants to catch and eat the rabbit.

Why does the rabbit keep outsmarting the coyote?

The rabbit is very clever and quick-thinking, so he finds ways to trick the coyote and stay safe.

Is the rabbit afraid of the coyote?

Yes, the rabbit is afraid of the coyote because the coyote wants to catch him.

What does the rabbit do when he sees the coyote?

When the rabbit sees the coyote, he comes up with a clever plan to trick him and escape.

Does the coyote ever catch the rabbit?

No, the coyote never catches the rabbit because the rabbit is always able to outsmart him.