Day 3

The Adventures of Pinocchio Lesson Plan

Discussion of Thought Questions

  1. 1

    In the United States, Pinocchio is famous for his lie-detecting nose. How is the subject of lying presented in this, the original book?

    In contrast to the Walt Disney adaptation, Pinocchio is not a habitual liar in the book (indeed, he is deceived more often than he deceives). The scene in the Fairy's home marks the one glaring exception where he lies prolifically. In another difference, Pinocchio immediately learns here that lying can be harmful and embarrassing to him, and that it should therefore be avoided.

  2. 2

    What is the significance of Pinocchio's court case and subsequent imprisonment?

    In this section, Pinocchio becomes the victim of a crime as a...

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