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The Appropriate Memorial
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- Who is the main subject of the story?
- What was the purpose of the meeting held by the citizens?
- What suggestion did the Other High Public Functionary make regarding the memorial?
- How did the soul of the deceased react to the suggestion made at the meeting?
- What moral lesson can be inferred from the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words with their correct definitions. Write the letter of the definition next to the number.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Emolument | A. A feeling of deep sadness or regret |
| 2. Virtues | B. A formal meeting of people to discuss important issues |
| 3. Appropriate | C. An advantage or profit derived from a job or position |
| 4. Citizens | D. Qualities deemed morally good or desirable in a person |
| 5. Wept | E. Suitable or proper in the circumstances |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions. Use the blank lines to write your thoughts.
- What do you think the story says about how we remember those who have passed away?
- Have you ever witnessed a memorial that you felt was inappropriate? What happened?
- How can we ensure that the memorials we create truly reflect the virtues of those we honor?
Thank you for completing the worksheet! Reflecting on the themes of moral-based storytelling can lead to life-changing insights.
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