Like all pets, the goose is a vivid representative of folklore. He is credited with such qualities as pride, importance, self-conceit. In the fairy tale, Geese-swans took the child away. Apparently, the children were scared so that trouble would not happen. The old goose puzzles are alive , new ones are composed.
Goose
In Arzamas, a strong breed of geese, large and hardy , was bred. In the fall, the herds went to fairs in Moscow and St. Petersburg. So that the geese did not erase the paws, they were chased off with resin, and then with fine straw. The resulting improvised bast shoes. From here went riddles about the goose:
- Which goose is cinquefoil?
- What kind of bird in shod bast shoes?
At first, this breed was bred for goose fights. On the day of the competition, the area was whitewashed from their number. Catherine II, passing at such a moment, called the city "the goose capital." A monument to this bird was recently erected on the pedestrian street of Arzamas.
Walking in single file
For some reason, these birds like to walk smoothly. One at a time when the goose is in front and the goslings are minced in the back. In two, when a small flock from the bird's yard goes to swim. Ahead is the gander, commander. Better not to get in his way. He may run up and pinch painfully on his leg if he suspects danger.
- A detachment of white little children moves toward the river. Ahead the leader walks and accelerates passers-by.
The goose riddle for children:
- He has red boots on his legs. Long neck, run quick.
Unique goose down
The value of goose down has been known since ancient times. Perina, stuffed with such fluff, was considered a valuable dowry. Modern conquerors of Everest or Arctic explorers put on down jackets from it.
The composition of goose down has been thoroughly studied and, according to these data, Primaloft insulation was invented. It also has water repellent properties. Thanks to this quality of goose down, there are puzzles about the goose:
- Who comes out of the water dry?
- Since childhood, he got used to water, gives people a down jacket.
Funny goose puzzles
Who does not know songs about funny geese! There are different versions of this plot among the people, all very funny.
- A well-known producer came to a famous grandmother to search for artists. One artist is white, another artist is gray to sign a contract with them.
- Two illusionists, possessing the secrets of disappearance and appearance, which brought an elderly woman to a heart attack.
Loyalty to geese
Those who kept these pretty birds in the courtyard noticed their affection. Geese are monogamous, they are characterized by strong emotions. All this fits into the concept of "swan fidelity." If a goose is deprived of his beloved goose, he is sad and eats badly.
If you draw the attention of the child to this representative of the birds, feed him a bun by the water, the baby will love him. Perhaps he even asks to buy a toy - a goose. You can wish for interesting walks and fun occasions.