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The Camel and the Arab

Worksheet · Grades 2–6

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who is the main character in the story?
  2. What does the camel-driver ask his camel?
  3. How does the camel respond to the driver's question?
  4. What does the camel's response suggest about his situation?
  5. What moral lesson can be drawn from this story?

Vocabulary Exercise

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

WordMeaning
1. CamelA large animal used for transport
2. DriverA person who drives a vehicle or animal
3. DesertA dry, barren area with little water
4. LevelFlat, even surface
5. UphillGoing to a higher place
6. DownhillGoing to a lower place

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and write your thoughts below. Consider the lessons learned from this simple moral story.

  1. What do you think the camel could have felt about his choices?
  2. How does this story relate to making choices in your life?
  3. Write a short moral that you would take away from this story.

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