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The Dog and the Reflection

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What did the dog see when he looked into the water?
  2. How did the dog react to his reflection?
  3. What did the dog mistakenly believe about the reflection in the water?
  4. What did the dog try to grab from the water?
  5. What lesson can we learn from the dog's experience?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.

WordMeaning
ReflectionA likeness or image reflected in a surface
InsolentShowing a rude and arrogant lack of respect
GraspTo seize or hold firmly
BruteA savagely violent person or animal
PlankA flat piece of timber, thicker than a board

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:

  1. What do you think the dog learned from his experience?
  2. Have you ever reacted to something in a way that you later regretted? Share your thoughts.
  3. How can we avoid making the same mistake as the dog in our daily lives?

Feel free to share your thoughts and insights with your classmates!

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