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The Divided Delegation
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What was the main issue the delegation faced when visiting the New President?
- How did the New President respond to the delegation's inability to agree?
- What lesson did the delegation learn during their time in the dungeon?
- What was the New President's view on harmony, according to his final remarks?
- Reflect on the ending of the story. Why do you think it is noted that it is "not recorded that the Delegation was happy"?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct definitions on the right.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Delegation | A. A group of individuals representing a larger body |
| 2. Harmony | B. A state of agreement or accord |
| 3. Cabinet | C. A body of advisers to a head of government |
| 4. Patriotism | D. Devotion to and vigorous support for one's country |
| 5. Reconcile | E. To restore friendly relations between |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the themes presented in "The Divided Delegation." Consider the importance of unity and the challenges of compromise in your own life or society.
- Describe a time when you or someone you know had to compromise for the greater good.
- What do you believe are the most important lessons we can learn from stories about divided groups or individuals?
- How can the concept of harmony apply to your daily interactions?
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