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The Ass and the Lion's Skin

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What is the main character in the story, and what disguise does he wear?
  2. How does the Ass try to intimidate the other animals?
  3. What ultimately happens to the Ass when his true identity is revealed?
  4. What lesson can be learned from the actions of the Ass?
  5. Why do you think the story is considered a moral tale?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words in Column A with their meanings in Column B.

Column AColumn B
1. AssA. A trick or deception
2. Lion's SkinB. A person or animal who is foolish
3. IntimidateC. To frighten or make someone feel afraid
4. DisguiseD. A covering to change appearance
5. IdentityE. The characteristics of a person or thing

Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and write your thoughts in the space provided.

  1. What do you think the moral of the story is?
  2. Have you ever tried to pretend to be something you are not? What happened?
  3. How can the lessons learned from this story be applied in real life?

Feel free to use this worksheet to engage with well-known moral stories and explore the lessons they offer!

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