• Who did the villagers turn to for help when the crops began to wither?
    The villagers turned to Saffron, the wise snake, for help.

  • What made this year different from previous New Year celebrations?
    This year was different because the village's good fortune had vanished, and the crops had begun to wither.

  • Why did Ruby suggest asking Oliver the Ox for help?
    Ruby suggested asking Oliver the Ox for help because he was strong and hardworking, and she thought he might know what was wrong with the crops.

  • What was Oliver the Ox doing when Saffron and Ruby found him?
    Oliver the Ox was ploughing the fields tirelessly, trying to grow crops.

  • How did the friends restore the village's good fortune?
    The friends restored the village's good fortune by working together:

    • Ruby used her cleverness to design new water paths for the fields.
    • Oliver used his strength to plough the land.
    • Saffron provided wisdom and guidance to ensure they worked carefully and patiently.

  • What did Saffron realize about the village's fortune?
    Saffron realized that the village's fortune wasn't lost but was within them—it came from teamwork and using their unique talents.

  • How did each character contribute to solving the problem in the village?

    • Saffron: Provided wisdom and guidance.
    • Ruby: Used her cleverness to design better irrigation.
    • Oliver: Used his strength to plough the fields.

  • What do you think is the most important lesson from this story? Why?
    The most important lesson is that true fortune lies in teamwork and using everyone's strengths. This is important because it shows that when people come together and contribute their unique abilities, they can overcome any challenge.