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The Dolphins the Whales and the Sprat
Worksheet · Grades 2–5
Comprehension Questions
- What was the conflict between the Dolphins and the Whales about?
- Who offered to mediate the dispute between the two groups?
- How did the Dolphins react to the Sprat's offer?
- What moral can be drawn from the Dolphins' refusal to accept help from the Sprat?
- Do you think the outcome of the Dolphins and Whales' battle could have been different if they had accepted the Sprat's help? Why or why not?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right by writing the corresponding letter in the space provided.
| Word | Meaning | Answer |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Umpire | A person who resolves disputes | |
| 2. Reconcile | To restore friendly relations | |
| 3. Fierce | Intense or violent | |
| 4. Interference | The act of getting involved in someone else's affairs | |
| 5. Mediate | To act as a go-between in a conflict |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions. Use the lines provided for your answers.
- What do you think the Sprat's role symbolizes in this story?
- Have you ever experienced a conflict where someone tried to help, but their help was rejected? How did that make you feel?
- In your opinion, why is it important to accept help from others in resolving conflicts?
- Can you think of a situation in your life where you learned a lesson from a conflict? What was the lesson?
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