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The Farmer's Friend

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who is the main character in the story, and what is his role?
  2. What was the Great Philanthropist trying to explain to the Sunday-school?
  3. How did the angel react to the Philanthropist’s speech, and what does this suggest about the Philanthropist's actions?
  4. What specific benefit does the Philanthropist mention that affects farmers?
  5. What moral lesson can be derived from the story? Discuss how the actions of the Philanthropist align or clash with this lesson.

Vocabulary Exercise: Match the Words

WordMeaning
PhilanthropistA person who seeks to promote the welfare of others, often through charitable donations.
IncapableNot able to do something; lacking the ability.
AdvantageA condition or circumstance that puts one in a favorable or superior position.
IncalculableToo great to be calculated or measured; immeasurable.
MoralA lesson that can be derived from a story or experience.

Match the words on the left with the correct definitions on the right.

Writing or Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and write your thoughts in the space provided.

  1. What do you think about the Philanthropist’s intentions? Do you believe he genuinely wants to help others? Why or why not?
  2. Describe a time when you witnessed someone doing something for others, and what you learned from that experience.
  3. In your opinion, how important are moral lessons in stories? Provide an example of a story with a moral lesson that you know.

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