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The Foolish Woman
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What action did the married woman take upon learning about her lover's intention to leave?
- How did the policeman respond to the woman's action?
- What was the woman's reasoning for her actions?
- What was the Man of God’s perspective on the woman’s decision?
- What does this story suggest about the effectiveness of extreme measures to prevent wrongdoing?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Wicked | A. To leave a place |
| 2. Policeman | B. Morally wrong or evil |
| 3. Ticket | C. An officer of the law |
| 4. Reform | D. A document allowing travel |
| 5. Adjacent | E. Next to or adjoining |
Writing Reflection
Reflect on the moral of the story. What lesson can be learned from the actions of the woman and the responses of the other characters?
- In your own words, summarize the moral of this story:
- Do you think the woman's action was justified? Why or why not?
- How can we apply the lessons from this story in our daily lives?
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