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Saint and Sinner
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What was the past of the distinguished officer of the Salvation Army?
- How did the officer describe the change in his life?
- What was the reaction of the Most Wicked Sinner to the officer's statement about Divine Grace?
- What does the story suggest about the potential for change in individuals?
- Can you identify a humorous element in the interaction between the officer and the sinner? Explain.
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words from the left column with their correct definitions in the right column.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Distinguished | A. A person who commits crimes, particularly theft |
| 2. Divine Grace | B. Notable for excellence or superiority |
| 3. Thief | C. The unearned favor or kindness from a higher power |
| 4. Assassin | D. A person hired to kill someone |
| 5. Sinner | E. A person who has committed a wrongdoing |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:
- What do you think is the main message of the story?
- How does the concept of Divine Grace play a role in the story?
- In your own life, can you think of a situation where someone changed for the better? Describe it.
- Write about a time you learned a moral lesson from a humorous story. What was the lesson?
Feel free to share your thoughts or discuss your answers with your classmates!
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