Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Zlateh the Goat

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Fool's Paradise - This is a place of seeming tranquility and peace. Appearances can be deceiving, however, and it quickly becomes boring.

Dreidel - This is a four-sided top. Each side is marked with a letter.

Hanukkah Money - This used as part of a game and was traditionally genuine but is now typically played with foil-wrapped chocolate.

Chelm - This is a village of fools ruled by Seven Elders, who are the greatest fools of all.

East Chelm - This is a small village of fools and does not have village Elders.