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The Fox and the Cat
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- What does the Fox boast about to the Cat?
- How many tricks does the Cat claim to have for escaping enemies?
- What sound do the characters hear that signals danger?
- What is the Cat's immediate reaction when the hounds are approaching?
- What ultimately happens to the Fox?
- What moral lesson does the Cat convey at the end of the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words with their correct definitions by writing the letter of the definition in the blank next to each word.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Boast | A. To hide or conceal oneself |
| 2. Clever | B. To talk with pride about achievements or possessions |
| 3. Enemy | C. Quick-witted or intelligent |
| 4. Trick | D. A person who opposes or seeks to harm another |
| 5. Scampers | E. A cunning act or deceitful practice |
| 6. Reckon | F. To move quickly and lightly |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the moral of the story. Write a few sentences about how it applies to your own life or a situation you have experienced.
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