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The Fox and the Mosquitoes

Worksheet · Grades 2–4

Comprehension Questions

  1. What happened to the Fox after crossing the river?
  2. How did the Mosquitoes take advantage of the Fox's situation?
  3. Who offered to help the Fox, and what was their suggestion?
  4. Why did the Fox refuse the help from the Hedgehog?
  5. What moral lesson can be drawn from the Fox's decision regarding the Mosquitoes?

Vocabulary Matching Exercise

Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.

WordMeaning
1. EntangledA. To feel sorry for someone
2. RelieveB. Caught up in something
3. AppetiteC. A strong desire for food
4. PlightD. A difficult or unfortunate situation
5. PityE. To make someone feel better

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:

  1. What do you think the Fox's choice signifies about dealing with problems?
  2. Can you relate to a time when you had to choose between short-term comfort and long-term consequences? Describe that experience.
  3. Write down a moral that you believe is important based on the story.

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