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The Cat and the Mice
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- What problem did the Cat face when she entered the house?
- How did the Mice respond to the Cat's presence in their home?
- What trick did the Cat use to try to catch the Mice?
- What did the Mice decide when they saw the Cat pretending to be dead?
- What moral lesson can be derived from the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words in Column A with their definitions in Column B.
| Column A | Column B |
|---|---|
| 1. Mice | A. To trick someone into believing something |
| 2. Cat | B. An animal that catches and eats mice |
| 3. Pretend | C. Small rodents known for their quickness |
| 4. Deceive | D. To act as if something is true when it is not |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story's moral and how it applies to real life. Write your thoughts below.
- What does the moral "He who is once deceived is doubly cautious" mean to you?
- Can you think of a time when you were cautious because you had been deceived before? Describe that experience.
- How can we apply this lesson in our daily lives?
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