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The Ashes of Madame Blavatsky
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- Who were the two brightest lights of Theosophy mentioned in the story?
- What did the Inquiring Soul do to learn from the two figures?
- What title did the Inquiring Soul declare himself after his learning experience?
- What unusual habit did the Inquiring Soul adopt?
- What happened to the two gentlemen after they were accused of lying?
- How did the Inquiring Soul meet his end, and what was he reincarnated as?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words with their correct meanings by writing the letter of the meaning next to the word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Theosophy | A. A belief system that seeks knowledge of divine things. |
| 2. Inquiring | B. To take in food; to consume. |
| 3. Baleful | C. Having a harmful effect; ominous. |
| 4. Pragmatic | D. Practical and realistic rather than theoretical. |
| 5. Reincarnated | E. Born again in a new body or form. |
| 6. Casket | F. A box, often used for burial. |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the moral of the story. What do you think the author is trying to convey through the experiences of the Inquiring Soul? Write your thoughts below.
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