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At the Pole

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who is the main character in the story and what is his goal?
  2. What question does the Native Galeut ask the Daring Explorer?
  3. How does the Daring Explorer respond to the Galeut’s inquiry about the benefits of his discovery?
  4. What does the Scientist of the Expedition focus on during their journey?
  5. What theme related to exploration and knowledge can be derived from this story?

Vocabulary Matching Exercise

Match the words on the left with their correct definitions on the right. Write the letter of the correct definition in the space provided.

WordDefinitionAnswer
1. ExplorerA. To become engrossed or absorbed in something.
2. GaleutB. A person who travels to discover new places.
3. ScientificC. Relating to science or based on scientific methods.
4. EngrossedD. A native inhabitant of the Arctic region.
5. DiscoveryE. The act of finding or uncovering something new.

Writing Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and answer the following questions in complete sentences.

  1. What do you think is the moral of the story?
  2. How do you feel about the importance of exploration in relation to scientific knowledge?
  3. Can you think of a time when achieving a goal didn’t lead to the expected benefits? Share your thoughts.

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