Suddenly, a strong wind blows in from the mountain. It pushes the turnip back into the hole. A loud voice roars, “You cannot take my water!”

Shu Fa asks, “Who are you?”

“I am the Voice of the Mountain. This is MY water. You cannot take it.”

“But my village needs water! Can you share it with us?” Shu Fa asks.

“No, I do not share!” the Voice says. Then it warns her: “If you tell anyone about the water, you will be punished!”

Illustration of Shu Fa kneeling on the ground over the hole and looking with fear at a face in the mountain
In Other Words

  • roars says with force

  • warns her tells her in a strong way

Before You Move On

  • 1. Character What kind of person is Shu Fa? How can you tell?

  • 2. Cause and Effect What happens when Shu Fa pulls the turnip?

  • 3. Confirm Prediction Did Shu Fa do what you predicted? Explain.