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The Cat and the Youth
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What did the Cat want Venus to do for her?
- How did Venus respond to the Cat's request?
- What test did Venus use to see if the Cat had truly changed?
- What was the reaction of the Young Man when the Cat, now a woman, saw the mouse?
- What lesson can we learn from the Cat's story about wanting to change who we are?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Entreat | A. A small rodent often considered a pest |
| 2. Trifling | B. To request earnestly or desperately |
| 3. Shriek | C. Insignificant or unimportant |
| 4. Complete | D. To finish or make whole |
| 5. Show | E. To display or express emotions loudly |
Writing Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:
- What do you think the Cat learned from her experience?
- Have you ever wanted to change something about yourself? What was it, and what did you learn from that desire?
- How does this story relate to the value of self-acceptance?
Feel free to discuss your answers with a partner or in a group!
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