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A Flourishing Industry
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What question does the Traveller from a Foreign Land ask the first man he meets?
- How does the first man describe the condition of the industries in America?
- What specific product does the first man make, and for whom is it intended?
- What can we infer about the demand for this product based on the man's response?
- How might the story illustrate a value-based moral lesson about the importance of entrepreneurship?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct definitions on the right.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Traveller | A. A person who engages in combat sports |
| 2. Pugilist | B. A person who moves from one place to another |
| 3. Orders | C. Requests for products or services |
| 4. Flourishing | D. Thriving or prospering in a favorable condition |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions in the space provided.
- What do you think the phrase "more orders than I can fill" indicates about the man's business?
- In your opinion, what moral lesson can be learned from this story about pursuing one's passions or business ideas?
- How does this story relate to the concept of value-based moral stories?
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