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Fortune and the Fabulist
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What was the Writer of Fables doing in the forest?
- How did the Writer react when he first encountered Fortune?
- What does Fortune claim to represent?
- Why does the Writer of Fables ask Fortune to speak lower?
- What moral lesson can be inferred from the interaction between the Writer and Fortune?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct definitions on the right.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Fortune | A) A state of having enough to eat and live well |
| 2. Wealth | B) A feeling of calm and peace |
| 3. Respectability | C) The quality of being worthy of esteem |
| 4. Leisure | D) Money and valuable possessions |
| 5. Calm | E) Free time to do what one enjoys |
Writing Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and write your thoughts on the following prompts:
- What does the story teach us about the nature of wealth and happiness?
- How do you think the Writer of Fables felt after his encounter with Fortune?
- Can you relate to any part of the story in your own life? Explain.
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