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The Ass Carrying the Image
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- What was tied to the Donkey's back?
- Where was it going?
- What did the people in the street do?
- What did the Donkey do right in the middle of the street?
- What did the driver cry out after the whip came down?
Vocabulary
Match each word with its meaning. Write the letter next to the word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. statue | A. a building for worship |
| 2. temple | B. not willing to change what you are doing |
| 3. crowd | C. looked at with great respect |
| 4. admired | D. a figure made of wood or stone |
| 5. stubborn | E. a rude name for someone silly |
| 6. blockhead | F. a lot of people in one place |
Writing Task
Think about the Donkey standing in the street with his eyes shut. Write what he thinks is happening, then what is really happening. Start like this: The Donkey thinks the people are bowing to him, but
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