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At Heaven's Gate

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who is the main character that approaches the gate of Heaven?
  2. What does the Woman confess to Saint Peter?
  3. How does Saint Peter respond to her confession?
  4. What detail about the Woman's past seems to influence Saint Peter's decision?
  5. What is the final outcome for the Woman at the gate of Heaven?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words to their definitions.

WordDefinition
1. EternityA. To take someone’s life intentionally
2. ConfessionB. A long, infinite time period
3. AusterityC. A formal statement admitting guilt
4. BlackballedD. To be excluded or rejected from a group
5. HarpE. A musical instrument with strings

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:

  1. What lessons do you think can be learned from the Woman's experience at Heaven's gate?
  2. How do you think the Woman felt when she was about to enter Heaven despite her past?
  3. In your opinion, what is the moral of this story?

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