A Traveler about to set out on a journey saw his Dog stand at the door stretching himself. He asked [the dog] sharply: "Why do you stand there gaping? Everything is ready but you, so come with me instantly." The Dog, wagging his tail, replied: "O, master! I am quite ready; it is you for whom I am waiting."

The loiterer often blames delay on his more active friend.

-"The Traveler and His Dog,"

Aesop

Which elements in this story do you think would appeal to children? Check any that apply.

the animal characters

the humor

the moral or lesson

the conflict

the dialogue

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Zayden Choi

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28 January, 15:29

A Traveler about to set out on a journey saw his Dog stand at the door stretching himself. He asked [the dog] sharply: "Why do you stand there gaping? Everything is ready but you, so come with me instantly." The Dog, wagging his tail, replied: "O, master! I am quite ready; it is you for whom I am waiting."

The loiterer often blames delay on his more active friend.

-"The Traveler and His Dog,"

Aesop

Which elements in this story do you think would appeal to children? Check any that apply.

the animal characters

the humor

the moral or lesson

the conflict

the dialogue

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Answers (2)

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Aarav Juarez · Answer 1

The elements in this story that would appeal to children are:

* the animal characters

* the humor

Explanation:

The use of talking animals in stories make them more friendly and interesting for children, he frequently see that formula in all kinds of children entertainment from cartoons to movies and books, the interesting story with a character that is not real, will get the attention of children who like to use their imagination.

Alessandra Sanders · Answer 2

Answer: The elements that would appeal to children in this story are the animal characters, the conflict and the moral or lesson. Children might be more interested in elements that are widely known among them and aren't very complex to understand. Therefore, the presence of a dog, the journey itself and the actions made by the dog are easier to understand and visualize.