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A Needless Labour
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What was the Skunk trying to achieve by confronting the Lion?
- How did the Lion respond to the Skunk's complaint?
- What lesson can be learned from the interaction between the Skunk and the Lion?
- Why might the Skunk have felt the need to announce his presence to the Lion?
- Reflect on the Skunk's actions. Do you think they were justified? Why or why not?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Implacable | A. To make a show of something |
| 2. Contempt | B. Unable to be calmed or appeased |
| 3. Manifestation | C. Disdain or lack of respect |
| 4. Odour | D. A smell or scent |
| 5. Trouble | E. A problem or difficulty |
Writing Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions.
- What do you think is the moral of the story?
- Have you ever faced a situation similar to the Skunk's? How did you handle it?
- How can we apply the lesson from this story to our everyday lives?
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