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The Fawn and the Buck

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What does the Fawn admire about its father, the Buck?
  2. Why does the Buck choose to run away from barking dogs?
  3. What does the Buck mean by saying his temper is "uncertain"?
  4. How does the story convey the importance of self-control?
  5. What moral lesson can be learned from the interaction between the Fawn and the Buck?

Vocabulary Matching Exercise

Match the words in Column A with their definitions in Column B by writing the correct letter next to each number.

Column AColumn B
1. FawnA. The sound made by a dog
2. BuckB. A state of mind regarding anger or emotion
3. BarkingC. A male deer
4. TemperD. To avoid or escape from something
5. InjuryE. A young deer

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and write your thoughts below. Consider the following questions: What did you learn about self-control from the Buck? How can you apply this lesson in your own life?

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Please complete each section of the worksheet for a deeper understanding of the moral lesson presented in "The Fawn and the Buck."

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