The Tale of Custard the Dragon.

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The Tale of Custard the Dragon. 


OGDEN NASH. 


"The Tale of Custard the Dragon" by Ogden Nash is a humorous ballad about a girl named Belinda who lives with her pets: Ink (a kitten), Blink (a mouse), Mustard (a dog), and Custard (a dragon). Custard is portrayed as cowardly despite his fearsome appearance with sharp teeth and spikes. When a pirate threatens Belinda, Custard surprises everyone by bravely defeating the pirate and saving the day. Despite this heroic act, Custard remains timid and continues to prefer safety. The poem humorously contrasts Custard's cowardice with the bravery of Belinda and her other pets.



Test 1.


1. Who lived in the little white house with Belinda?

  • a) A lion, a tiger, and a dragon
  • b) A cat, a dog, and a fish
  • c) A parrot, a rabbit, and a dragon
  • d) A black kitten, a grey mouse, a yellow dog, and a dragon

2. What was the name of the black kitten?

  • a) Mustard
  • b) Ink
  • c) Blink
  • d) Custard

3. How was the grey mouse named?

  • a) Ink
  • b) Custard
  • c) Blink
  • d) Mustard

4. Which of Belinda’s pets was considered cowardly?

  • a) The kitten
  • b) The dog
  • c) The dragon
  • d) The mouse

5. What did Custard always cry for?

  • a) A friend
  • b) A red wagon
  • c) A nice safe cage
  • d) Food

6. How did Belinda and her pets treat Custard?

  • a) With respect
  • b) With kindness
  • c) By teasing him
  • d) By ignoring him

7. What did Belinda call Custard when she tickled him?

  • a) A brave knight
  • b) Percival
  • c) Cowardly Custard
  • d) A fire-breather

8. Who was as brave as a barrel full of bears?

  • a) Custard
  • b) Belinda
  • c) Mustard
  • d) Ink

9. What sound alerted the household to danger?

  • a) A roar
  • b) A nasty sound
  • c) A bark
  • d) A scream

10. Who entered through the window?

  • a) A thief
  • b) A pirate
  • c) A lion
  • d) A tiger

11. How was the pirate described?

  • a) He had a golden crown and a sword
  • b) He had a black beard, a wooden leg, and pistols
  • c) He was wearing a red robe and had a dagger
  • d) He was carrying a treasure chest

12. What did Custard do when he saw the pirate?

  • a) He ran away
  • b) He hid in his cage
  • c) He attacked the pirate bravely
  • d) He called for help

13. How did Custard defeat the pirate?

  • a) He scared him away
  • b) He tied him up
  • c) He gobbled him up
  • d) He set him on fire

14. How did the others react after Custard defeated the pirate?

  • a) They praised Custard
  • b) They mocked Custard again
  • c) They mourned the pirate
  • d) They ignored Custard

15. What did Mustard say about his own bravery after the incident?

  • a) He admitted he was afraid
  • b) He claimed he was braver but got flustered
  • c) He apologized to Custard
  • d) He said Custard should stay in a cage

16. What did Ink and Blink claim after Custard’s heroic act?

  • a) They were braver than Custard
  • b) They would never tease Custard again
  • c) They admitted their fear
  • d) They wanted to be like Custard

17. How does the poem describe Custard’s appearance?

  • a) Small and cute
  • b) Scaly with sharp teeth and spikes
  • c) Large and furry
  • d) Slim and slippery

18. Why is the poem considered humorous?

  • a) It describes the bravery of a timid dragon in a funny way
  • b) It mocks the pirate's cowardice
  • c) It shows Belinda's pets acting like humans
  • d) It is written in a formal tone

19. What lesson can be learned from Custard's behavior?

  • a) Appearance is everything
  • b) True bravery is revealed in tough situations
  • c) Cowardice is unforgivable
  • d) Heroes are always confident

20. What happens at the end of the poem?

  • a) Custard is celebrated as a hero
  • b) Everyone goes back to teasing Custard
  • c) The pirate returns
  • d) Belinda moves out of the house
Location: Mogalturu, Andhra Pradesh, India

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