First Flight (Poem): The Tale of Custard the Dragon

Topics in this chapter

• Plot and Narrative Events
• Character Traits and Behavior
• Heroism and Cowardice
• Irony, Vanity, and Mockery
• Poetic Devices and Imagery
• Ballad Form and Structure

Cheat sheet

Practice questions

1. Question 1Q-CB1445

   What does the name 'Custard' imply about the dragon's nature in the poem?

   1. A.It shows he was sweet-tempered and friendly.
   2. B.It suggests he was soft, cowardly, and lacked courage.
   3. C.It indicates he was fierce and breathed fire.
   4. D.It proves he was greedy and loved eating desserts.
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2. Question 2Q-FC0EDF

   How did Belinda and her other pets treat Custard before the pirate attacked?

   1. A.They respected him as their protector.
   2. B.They ignored him completely.
   3. C.They constantly mocked and ridiculed him for his cowardice.
   4. D.They feared his hidden powers.
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3. Question 3Q-920424

   Which literary device is prominently used in the phrase 'brave as a tiger in a rage' to describe Mustard?

   1. A.Metaphor
   2. B.Simile
   3. C.Personification
   4. D.Oxymoron
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4. Question 4Q-892628

   How does the poet use the rhyme scheme and rhythm to enhance the tone of the poem?

   1. A.A solemn and tragic tone through free verse.
   2. B.A lighthearted, ballad-like, and humorous tone using rhyming couplets.
   3. C.A serious philosophical tone using complex sonnets.
   4. D.A mysterious suspenseful tone using irregular meter.
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5. Question 5Q-F427D1

   What immediate action did Ink, Blink, and Mustard take when the pirate broke into the house?

   1. A.They bravely attacked the pirate together.
   2. B.They hid themselves in terror (Ink and Blink hid in holes, Mustard fled crying).
   3. C.They called the police for help.
   4. D.They defended Belinda with their lives.
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