Barchin’s letter, Alpomish’s journey and Qorajon
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Retell the disappearance and discovery of the letter in four sentences.
The answer should mention Barchin’s couriers, Boybo‘ri hiding the letter, Qaldirg‘och finding it and taking it to her brother.
2
Compare Qaldirg‘ochoyim and Barchin: write two similarities and two differences.
Similar: both are wise, brave and care for their people. Different: Barchin struggles in the Kalmyk land, while Qaldirg‘och sends her brother off from home.
3
Think of the three dreams (Alpomish, Barchin, Qorajon) and write what common role they play.
The dreams foretell the heroes’ fates and bring them together; all carry a promise of help and victory.
4
Write two rules of friendship important to you and give an example from the friendship of Alpomish and Qorajon.
Free answer, e.g. loyalty and keeping secrets – Qorajon stood with Alpomish against the Kalmyk alps.