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The Crow and Mercury
Worksheet · Grades 2–8
Comprehension Questions
- What did the Crow promise Apollo when he was caught in the snare?
- Who did the Crow make a promise to after forgetting his vow to Apollo?
- How did Mercury respond to the Crow's new promise?
- What moral lesson can be derived from the Crow's actions in the story?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words from the left column with their correct meanings in the right column.
| Vocabulary | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Snare | A. To make a solemn promise |
| 2. Patron | B. A trap for capturing animals |
| 3. Vow | C. A person who supports or champions someone |
| 4. Base | D. Lacking morals; dishonorable |
| 5. Disowned | E. To refuse to acknowledge or accept |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the Crow's actions in the story. Why do you think he forgot his promise to Apollo, and what does this teach us about keeping our commitments?
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Remember, storytelling with morals often gives us valuable lessons about integrity and responsibility!
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