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The Astronomer

Worksheet · Grades 3–6

Comprehension Questions

  1. What was the main activity of the astronomer?
  2. Describe the event that caused the astronomer to fall into the well.
  3. What was the neighbor’s reaction when he found the astronomer in the well?
  4. What moral lesson can be derived from the astronomer's experience?
  5. How does this story reflect the importance of being aware of one’s surroundings?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.

Vocabulary WordMeaning
1. AstronomerA. A person who studies stars and planets
2. LamentB. To look closely into something
3. BewailC. To express sorrow or regret
4. StriveD. To make great efforts to achieve something
5. NeighborE. A person living near another

Reflection Task

Reflect on the story of the astronomer. Answer the following questions in the space provided.

  1. What do you think the astronomer could have done differently to avoid falling into the well?
  2. How can this story serve as a reminder in your own life?
  3. Write down a personal experience where you learned to pay more attention to your surroundings.

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