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The Deceased and his Heirs

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What was the outcome of the litigation regarding the estate?
  2. How many relations claimed the estate?
  3. What was the attorney's response when asked about the appraisal?
  4. What realization did the successful claimant have at the end of the story?
  5. What does this story suggest about the nature of litigation?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words to their correct definitions:

WordDefinition
LitigationA. A person who claims something
EstateB. The process of taking legal action
AppraiseC. To estimate the value of something
ClaimantD. Property or assets left by someone who has died

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the moral of the story. What lesson do you think it teaches about conflict and the pursuit of material possessions? Write your thoughts below.


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