Page 130 - Red Feather Book 2

12. What reason do the ravens give for throwing out their young?
“Out with you, you idle, good-for-nothing creatures!” cried they; “we cannot find food for you any longer; you are big enough, and can provide for yourselves.”
13. How does the servant help the young ravens?
He took out some dry, salted meat he had taken for the trip and gave it to them for food.
14. Why did the servant continue his journey on foot? Was this wise of him? Explain.
Because his horse said he felt so much lighter which obviously meant that he was tired and weary, so he let the horse stay behind and rest. Answers to next part of the question vary.
15. What news did the servant hear as soon as he got to the city?
He heard that the princess was looking for a husband.
16. What was the downside to his suing for the princess’ hand in marriage?
He must perform a hard task, and if he does not succeed he will forfeit his life.
17. What was his first task? Who helps him achieve it?
He had to fetch a golden ring that had been thrown into the bottom of the sea. The three fishes he had helped from dying.
The White Snake 127 by The Grimm Brothers