Comprehension questions for the emperor new clothes

Here are some comprehension questions for "The Emperor's New Clothes" by Hans Christian Andersen:

Multiple Choice Questions

  1. Who is the main character in the story? a) The Emperor b) The Weavers c) The Child d) The Guards

Answer: a) The Emperor

  1. What do the Weavers promise to make for the Emperor? a) A new suit of armor b) A new pair of shoes c) A new suit of clothes d) A new hat

Answer: c) A new suit of clothes

  1. Why do the Weavers make the Emperor's new clothes invisible? a) Because they are lazy b) Because they are trying to trick the Emperor c) Because they are trying to make the Emperor look good d) Because they are trying to make a profit

Answer: b) Because they are trying to trick the Emperor

  1. Who is the first person to point out that the Emperor is not wearing any clothes? a) The Child b) The Guards c) The Weavers d) The Emperor's wife

Answer: a) The Child

  1. What happens to the Weavers after they are discovered? a) They are rewarded by the Emperor b) They are punished by the Emperor c) They are ignored by the Emperor d) They are forgiven by the Emperor

Answer: b) They are punished by the Emperor

Short Answer Questions

  1. What is the moral of the story? (Answer should include something about the importance of honesty and not following the crowd)

  2. How do the Weavers trick the Emperor and the courtiers? (Answer should include something about the Weavers making the clothes invisible and the Emperor and courtiers not wanting to admit the truth)

  3. What does the Child's comment about the Emperor's clothes reveal about his character? (Answer should include something about the Child's honesty and bravery)

Essay Question

Choose one of the following essay prompts and write a short essay response:

  1. Analyze the theme of the story and how it is developed throughout the narrative.
  2. Discuss the character of the Emperor and how his actions and decisions contribute to the plot of the story.
  3. Compare and contrast the Weavers and the Child in terms of their motivations and actions in the story.

Note: These comprehension questions are designed to assess students' understanding of the plot, characters, and themes of the story. They can be modified to suit the level of your students and the specific learning objectives you have for them.