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1. Sample Essay No. 4
Part I
PREPARATION
Answer question 1 (page 37, Grade 6 Literature Book 2)
Review the preparation section in the 'Tonight, Uncle Ho Won't Sleep' lesson to apply it to the understanding of this text.
Method:
Review the preparation section in 'Tonight, Uncle Ho Won't Sleep' and gradually answer the questions for this text.
Detailed Answer:
- The poem tells the story of a little bear with bowlegs.
- Narrative elements in the poem: The story recalls how the little bear fell and was teased about his bowlegs, which made him feel embarrassed. After returning home and listening to his mother's words, he regained his confidence and no longer felt ashamed.
- Highlights:
+ Form: 5-syllable verse
+ Content: Narrative elements are skillfully intertwined in each line of the poem, telling a charming, light-hearted story of the little bear.
Answer question 2 (page 17, Grade 6 Literature Book 2)
Read the poem 'The Little Bear with Bowlegs', and research more about the poet Andrey Alekseyevich Usachev.
Method:
Refer to books and the internet for more information.
Detailed Answer:
Andrey Alekseyevich Usachev is a Russian writer, poet, and playwright known for his children's literature. He was born in Moscow, with his works published since 1985.
Part II
UNDERSTANDING THE TEXT
In-Text Questions
Answer question 1 (page 38, Grade 6 Literature Book 2)
Why does the author include the detail of 'five rabbits' along with the critique of the little bear's bowlegs?
Method:
Think about the effect of crowd mentality.
Detailed Answer:
The author wants to heighten the situation by including the five rabbits, which adds to the little bear's embarrassment. This amplifies the feeling that everyone is mocking him, making him feel even more self-conscious.
Answer question 2 (page 39, Grade 6 Literature Book 2)
Why does the mother bear speak to her child about his legs, and mention the father’s and grandfather’s bowlegs, claiming 'The best bowlegs in the region belong to grandfather'?
Method:
Carefully read the mother bear's advice and tone.
Detailed Answer:
- The mother bear wants her child not to feel ashamed of his bowlegs.
- She explains that the bowlegs are inherited from his father and grandfather, and that despite their appearance, his grandfather is the most skilled bear in the region, suggesting the child should be proud, not ashamed, of his bowlegs.
Final Questions
Answer question 1 (page 38, Grade 6 Literature Book 2)
Summarize the story in the poem from the little bear's emotional journey in about 7 lines.
Method:
Retell the main events of the poem focusing on the little bear.
Detailed Answer:
One day, the little bear was walking in the forest when a pinecone fell on him, causing him to stumble and fall. A magpie on the branch mocked him, saying 'Hey bear, bowlegs!' Then, five rabbits joined in, also teasing the bear. The little bear felt humiliated and ran to his mother, crying. To his surprise, his mother praised his legs, explaining that they were just like those of his father and grandfather, who were respected in the region. The little bear felt proud and joyful again, exclaiming, 'Bowlegs, that's me! I'm off for a stroll!'
Answer question 2 (page 39, Grade 6 Literature Book 2)
How do the magpie and the rabbits perceive the little bear’s appearance? How does this affect the bear?
Method:
Review the magpie's and rabbits' comments about the bear.
Detailed Answer:
In the magpie's and rabbits' view, the little bear's appearance is unattractive. This makes the bear feel sad and ashamed, leading him to cry.
Answer question 3 (page 39, Grade 6 Literature Book 2)
Why does the little bear proudly mention his bowlegs at the end of the poem and confidently walk through the forest?
Method:
Read the final section and answer.
Detailed Answer:
Because the little bear realizes that there is nothing shameful about his bowlegs. His grandfather had them too, and was highly respected. His mother’s encouragement boosts his confidence, helping him embrace his uniqueness.
Answer question 4 (page 39, Grade 6 Literature Book 2)
Do you think appearance matters? Should we mock others based on their appearance?
Method:
Reflect on this question and provide your opinion.
Detailed Answer:
Appearance doesn't matter. We shouldn't mock others based on their looks because it doesn't define their abilities or character.
2. Sample Reference 5
Part I
PREPARATION
Answer to question 1 (page 37 of 6th grade Literature textbook, volume 2)
Solution method:
Review the Preparation section in the poem 'Tonight Uncle Does Not Sleep' and answer the questions based on this text.
Detailed solution:
- The poem tells the story of a little bear with crooked legs.
- Narrative elements in the poem: the story recounts how the bear tripped and was teased for its crooked legs, causing embarrassment. After returning home and listening to his mother, the bear regains confidence.
- Notable aspects of the poem:
+ Form: Five-syllable verses
+ Content: The narrative is cleverly woven into each line, with the poem telling a charming and light-hearted story about the little bear.
Answer to question 2 (page 37 of 6th grade Literature textbook, volume 2)
Solution method:
Consult additional resources like books and the internet.
Detailed solution:
Andrey Alekseyevic Usachev is a writer, poet, and playwright for children. Born in Moscow, his works have been published since 1985.
Part II
COMPREHENSION
Mid-text Questions
Answer to question 1 (page 38 of 6th grade Literature textbook, volume 2)
Solution method:
Consider the effects of mob mentality.
Detailed solution:
The author amplifies the situation by adding the detail of five rabbits mocking the bear's crooked legs, making the bear feel even more embarrassed.
Answer to question 2 (page 39 of 6th grade Literature textbook, volume 2)
Solution method:
Carefully read the advice and tone of the mother bear.
Detailed solution:
- The mother bear advises the young bear not to be ashamed of its crooked legs.
- She explains that the bear's crooked legs are inherited from the grandfather and father, and despite this, the grandfather is the wisest in the area, so the young bear should be proud rather than embarrassed.
End of text Questions
Answer to question 1 (page 39 of 6th grade Literature textbook, volume 2)
Solution method:
Recount the main events in the poem that revolve around the little bear.
Detailed solution:
One day, the little bear was strolling through a small forest. Suddenly, while picking pinecones and singing, a pinecone fell and hit the bear. The bear stumbled, tripped over its crooked legs, and fell down. Seeing this, a bird on a branch loudly teased, "Hey bear, crooked legs / Did you step on your tail?" Then five rabbits in the bushes joined in and shouted, "How ugly!" Soon, everyone knew and mocked the bear. The bear, feeling ashamed, ran to its mother, saying, "I'd rather die than face this." It hid behind a cupboard, crying because the whole forest teased it about its crooked legs. Surprisingly, the mother bear praised the bear's legs, saying she was proud of them. She and the father both had crooked legs, and even the grandfather, the wisest bear in the area, had them. After hearing this, the little bear calmed down, ate some honey, and proudly walked out, shouting, "Crooked legs are mine / I am going for a walk in the forest!"
Answer to question 2 (page 39 of 6th grade Literature textbook, volume 2)
Solution method:
Read the previous conversations between the bird and the rabbits about the bear.
Detailed solution:
From the bird and the rabbits' perspective, the little bear's appearance was very unattractive, which made the bear feel sad and embarrassed, crying bitterly.
Answer to question 3 (page 39 of 6th grade Literature textbook, volume 2)
Solution method:
Read the last part of the text carefully and answer.
Detailed solution:
The little bear no longer feels ashamed of its crooked legs because it understands that even the wise grandfather had the same legs. The mother bear encouraged and reassured the little bear, helping it regain its strength and confidence.
Answer to question 4 (page 39 of 6th grade Literature textbook, volume 2)
Solution method:
Reflect and provide your answer.
Detailed solution:
A person's appearance is not important. We should never mock others for their looks because appearances do not define their abilities or character.
3. Sample Reference 6
1. Preparation
- The poem tells the story of a little bear with bowlegs.
- Narrative element: The poem recounts an incident when the little bear falls down and gets teased for his bowed legs, making him feel embarrassed. He returns home, shares his feelings with his mother, who reassures him, helping him regain his confidence and no longer feel ashamed.
- Artistic features: The poem is written in a short, concise five-line verse with a playful tone and innocent rhythm.
- The author, U-xa-chốp, was born in 1958 in Moscow. He is a writer, poet, and playwright for children, with works published since 1985.
2. Comprehension
Question 1: Why does the author include the detail “A whole group of five rabbits” along with the description of the bear cub's “bowed legs”?
The author adds this detail to emphasize how the little bear feels as though everyone is mocking him, making him feel even more embarrassed and upset.
Question 2: Why does the mother bear mention her own legs, as well as the father's, and confidently state, 'The best bowlegs in the region belong to Grandpa'?
The mother bear mentions her own legs and those of the father and grandfather to show that having bowed legs is not something to be ashamed of. In fact, the entire family, including Grandpa, who is the best in the region, has them. This helps the little bear feel proud and happy about his legs.
3. Answering Questions
Question 1: Summarize the poem from the perspective of the bear cub's emotional journey in about seven sentences.
I was walking through a small forest, gathering pinecones, when suddenly one fell on my head and I stumbled. The starling immediately teased me, and then the rabbits joined in, calling me bow-legged. Everyone laughed at me. I felt sad and went home to tell my mom. She was surprised but then told me that bowlegs are beautiful. My dad, mom, and Grandpa, the best in the region, all had them too. I listened to my mom and felt much better and more confident.
Question 2: How do the starling and the rabbits perceive the little bear’s appearance? How does this affect the bear cub?
The starling and the rabbits see the little bear’s appearance as having ugly bowlegs. This makes the little bear feel self-conscious, embarrassed, and inferior.
Question 3: Why does the little bear proudly mention his bowlegs in lines 43 and 44 and feel confident enough to walk in the forest again?
The little bear has listened to his mother’s advice and now realizes that bowlegs are not something to be ashamed of. He feels proud of them and confident enough to go out again.
Question 4: Do you think appearance is important? Should we tease others about their looks? Why or why not?
Appearance is important, but it is not everything. We should not tease others about their looks, because no one is born perfect. Teasing can hurt someone and make them feel worse about themselves.
4. Reference Example 1
1. Preparation
- While reading the story 'The Bear Cub with Knock-Knee':
+ The story told in the poem: People mock the knock-knees of the bear cub.
+ Narrative and descriptive elements in the text:
The bear cub is walking in the forest and picks up a pinecone, which then falls on its head causing it to stumble.
A starling and a group of rabbits tease the bear cub about its knock-knees.
The bear cub returns home and tells its mother, who offers comfort and advice.
The bear cub, flustered and tripping over its own feet, falls with a thud.
The family—mother, father, and cub—are all knock-kneed.
→ Purpose: It helps readers see the gradual development of self-confidence in the bear cub.
+ Artistic features of the poem:
Repetition of sounds: such as 'liú lo', 'luông cuông', etc.
Simple, child-friendly language.
+ The meaning of the poem and the feelings it evokes:
Confidence in oneself, embracing one's flaws.
The importance of not judging or mocking others based on their appearance.
- Before reading the poem 'The Bear Cub with Knock-Knee', learn about the author Andrey Alekseyevich Usachev:
+ Born in 1958, Usachev is a Russian author, poet, and playwright for children.
+ He was born in Moscow and has been publishing works since 1985.
2. Comprehension
a. During Reading
Question from page 38 of the 6th-grade Russian Literature Book 2: Why does the author include the detail 'the whole group of five rabbits' along with the description of the bear cub's 'knock-knees'?
Answer:
The author wants readers to understand that everyone seems to mock the bear cub's knock-knees, adding to the cub's embarrassment and self-blame.
Question from page 39 of the 6th-grade Russian Literature Book 2: Why does the mother bear tell the cub about its own and the father's knock-knees, and emphasize: 'The best knock-knees in the region belong to Grandpa'?
Answer:
The mother explains that it’s not just the cub—it's a family trait, and even though the cub has knock-knees, Grandpa, who is the best in the area, shares this characteristic. Therefore, the cub has no reason to feel ashamed or inferior.
b. After Reading
Question 1 from page 39 of the 6th-grade Russian Literature Book 2: Retell the story in the poem, focusing on the bear cub's emotional development in about 7 sentences.
Answer:
The bear cub is picking pinecones when one falls on its head, causing it to trip. The starling teases the cub for its knock-knees, and the rabbits join in. Feeling embarrassed, the cub runs home and cries to its mother about being ridiculed. After the mother comforts and explains that knock-knees are a family trait, the cub feels proud of its uniqueness.
Question 2 from page 39 of the 6th-grade Russian Literature Book 2: How do the starling and rabbits perceive the bear cub's appearance? How does this affect the cub?
Answer:
The starling and rabbits view the bear cub’s knock-knees as unattractive. This makes the cub feel embarrassed and insecure about its appearance.
Question 3 from page 39 of the 6th-grade Russian Literature Book 2: Why does the cub proudly mention its knock-knees and confidently walk into the forest afterward?
Answer:
The cub realizes that knock-knees are not a flaw but a family trait. Moreover, despite the knock-knees, Grandpa is the best in the region, and the cub feels proud of its heritage and confident in its own body.
Question 4 from page 39 of the 6th-grade Russian Literature Book 2: In your opinion, is physical appearance important? Should we mock others for their looks? Why?
Answer:
In my opinion, physical appearance is not very important as it doesn’t define a person's worth. We should not mock others for their appearance because it can make them feel sad, excluded, and develop low self-esteem.
5. Reference Article 2
1. Preparation
Question from page 37 of the 6th-grade Literature Textbook – Volume 2: Read the poem 'The Crooked-legged Bear Cub' and learn more about the poet Andrei Alekseyevich Usachev.
Answer:
- Andrei Alekseyevich Usachev (Андрей Алексеевич Усачёв, born in 1958) is a writer, poet, and playwright known for his children's works.
- He was born in Moscow.
- His works have been published since 1985.
2. Reading Comprehension
a. While Reading
Question from page 38 of the 6th-grade Literature Textbook – Volume 2: Why did the author add the detail of "A whole group of five rabbits" alongside the observation of the bear cub's crooked legs?
Answer:
- The author included the detail of the five rabbits to further mock the bear cub, creating a situation where it's not just one, but many mocking the cub's crooked legs, which escalates the ridicule.
Question from page 39 of the 6th-grade Literature Textbook – Volume 2: Why did the bear mother talk about the legs of the cub, the father bear, and assert, "The best crooked legs in the region belong to your grandfather"?
Answer:
- The mother wanted to help the cub overcome its feelings of inferiority. She reassured the cub that its crooked legs were not a flaw, but a feature that can be valuable, just as the cub’s father and grandfather had crooked legs but were strong and accomplished.
b. After Reading
Question 1 from page 39 of the 6th-grade Literature Textbook – Volume 2: Retell the story from the poem focusing on the emotional journey of the bear cub in around seven lines.
Answer:
This morning, while happily strolling through the small forest, an old pine cone suddenly fell and tripped me, causing me to fall. A bird on the tree mocked me for my crooked legs. Then, a group of rabbits appeared, joining in the mockery. Feeling angry and upset, I went home and told my mother. She explained that my legs were not bad; they were strong and beautiful, just like those of my father and grandfather, who also had crooked legs but were highly respected. After hearing this, I felt proud of my legs and confidently walked through the forest, shouting, "Crooked legs, that's me! I’m going for a walk in the woods!"
Question 2 from page 39 of the 6th-grade Literature Textbook – Volume 2: How do the bird and the rabbits perceive the bear cub’s appearance? How does this affect the cub?
Answer:
- The bird and the rabbits see the bear cub’s crooked legs as ugly. As a result, the cub feels self-conscious and ashamed of its appearance.
Question 3 from page 39 of the 6th-grade Literature Textbook – Volume 2: Why does the bear cub proudly mention its crooked legs and confidently walk in the forest in lines 43 and 44 of the poem?
Answer:
- The bear cub confidently refers to its crooked legs after being reassured by its mother that they are strong, healthy, and not a flaw. The cub realizes that both its father and grandfather also had crooked legs but were wise and strong, so it feels empowered and self-assured about its own appearance.
Question 4 from page 39 of the 6th-grade Literature Textbook – Volume 2: In your opinion, is a person’s appearance important? Should we mock others for their appearance? Why or why not?
Answer:
- In my opinion, a person’s appearance is important, but it is not the most important thing. What matters most is a person’s character and integrity.
- We should never mock others for their appearance because it is harmful and disrespectful, and it can cause emotional pain to those who are targeted.
6. Reference Example 3
1. Preparation - Lesson Plan for The Bow-legged Bear Cub (Cánh Diều)
(Textbook, Grade 6, Vol. 2, Page 37 Cánh Diều)
- Review the preparation section from the lesson 'Tonight Uncle Ho Won't Sleep' to apply to the text of The Bow-legged Bear Cub:
+ The story told in the poem: Everyone mocks the cub's bow-legged feet.
+ The narrative and descriptive elements in the text:
The bear cub walks in the forest, picks up pine cones, but trips when one falls on its head.
The magpie and the rabbits tease the cub’s bow-legged feet.
The cub goes home to tell its mother, who comforts it.
The cub stumbles, gets tangled in its legs, and falls with a thud.
The bear family - cub, mother, and father - all have bow-legged feet.
→ Effect: It shows the process of building confidence in the cub.
+ Some unique artistic features of the poem:
The use of reduplication: chatter, stumbling,…
Simple and familiar vocabulary that resonates with children.
+ The meaning of the poem and what it conveys to me:
Confidence in oneself, accepting one’s imperfections.
Not mocking others for their physical appearance.
- The author Andrey Alekseyevich Usachev:
+ Born in 1958 in Moscow, he is a writer, poet, and playwright for children.
+ His father was a laborer, and his mother was a history teacher. After serving in the military, he enrolled in the Literature Faculty of Kalinin State University. In 1987, he graduated with a thesis on "Poetry for Children by Daniil Kharms." His works were first published in 1985 in the magazine "Murzilka".
2. Reading Comprehension - The Bow-legged Bear Cub Lesson Plan (Cánh Diều)
*Mid-lesson questions
Question 1, Page 38, Grade 6, Vol. 2 Cánh Diều
Why does the author introduce the detail “The whole family of five rabbits” along with comments about the cub’s “bow-legged feet”?
Suggested answer:
- The author wants readers to see that it’s not just the magpie but many other creatures in the forest who mock the cub’s bow-legged feet, making the cub feel even more embarrassed and self-conscious.
Question 2, Page 39, Grade 6, Vol. 2 Cánh Diều
Why does the mother bear speak to the cub about their own legs and the father’s legs and say, “The best bow-legged feet in the area belong to Grandpa!”?
Suggested answer:
The mother says this to show the cub that it’s not alone in having bow-legged feet, as it’s a family trait. Despite this, Grandpa is the best in the region, so the cub shouldn’t feel ashamed of its appearance.
*End-of-lesson questions - The Bow-legged Bear Cub Lesson Plan (Cánh Diều)
(Page 39, Grade 6, Vol. 2 Cánh Diều)
Question 1. Summarize the story in the poem based on the bear cub’s emotional journey in about seven sentences.
Suggested answer:
The bear cub was strolling and collecting pine cones. When the magpie mocked the cub for its bow-legged feet, it tripped after a pine cone hit its head. The rabbits joined in, teasing the cub. Ashamed, the cub went home and complained to its mother. Crying and feeling ugly, the cub listened to the mother’s comforting words. The mother explained that being bow-legged is not bad and that the cub should be proud of its unique traits, as the family has inherited them. The cub felt better and walked confidently, proud of its legs.
Question 2. How is the cub’s appearance perceived by the magpie and the rabbits? How does this affect the cub?
Suggested answer:
- The magpie and the rabbits perceive the cub’s bow-legged feet as ugly. This causes the cub to feel embarrassed and self-conscious.
Question 3. Why does the cub proudly mention its bow-legged feet in lines 43 and 44 and confidently go for a walk in the forest?
Suggested answer:
Because the cub realizes, after the mother’s explanation, that bow-legged feet are not a flaw. In fact, Grandpa, who has bow-legged feet, is the most accomplished in the area. The cub takes pride in its family and its legs.
Question 4. In your opinion, is a person’s appearance important? Should we mock others for their appearance? Why or why not?
Suggested answer:
- In my opinion, appearance is not the most important thing. What matters most is a person’s character.
- We should not mock others for their appearance, as it can make them feel hurt and isolated. Over time, this can lead to self-doubt and self-hatred.
