In Ogden Nash's poem "The Tale of Custard the Dragon", which pet declares “I can roar like a lion” when the pirate appears?
Answer
Custard the Dragon
The correct answer is Custard the Dragon — Select the option that names Custard the Dragon.
Step-by-step solution
- Read the stanza describing the pirate’s entry.
- Locate the line where a pet claims it can roar like a lion.
- Identify the speaker of that line; it is Custard the Dragon.
- Select the option that names Custard the Dragon.
Common mistake: Choosing the dog because it barks loudly, confusing barking with roaring.
Concept tested: Character identification
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