“The Fox and the Horse” by the Brothers Grimm Quiz and Answer Key

Fairy tales are not just for elementary students; even high school readers can use (and enjoy) fairy tales as a tool for measuring general reading comprehension. This multiple choice quiz covers “The Fox and the Horse” by the Brothers Grimm. With an estimated Lexile Measure range of 1100-1200, the short story is especially suitable for middle and high school students. The briefness of the narrative also makes it an appropriate time-filler for awkward gaps in teaching schedules. An answer key and copy of the public domain narrative are provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following:

• How age has affected the protagonist
• The seemingly insurmountable challenge the protagonist faces
• The protagonist’s emotional state
• The role of the fox in terms of assisting the horse
• The execution of a plan to resolve the protagonist’s conflict
• The resolution