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The Highwayman and the Traveller

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What demand does the Highwayman make of the Traveller?
  2. How does the Traveller respond to the Highwayman’s demand?
  3. What philosophical point does the Traveller make regarding money and life?
  4. What decision does the Highwayman ultimately make about the Traveller?
  5. What venture do the Highwayman and the Traveller start together?

Vocabulary Exercise

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

WordDefinition
1. HighwaymanA. A relationship between individuals or groups that work together.
2. TravellerB. A person who robs travelers, especially on a road.
3. DemandC. A person who is traveling, especially to a distant place.
4. PhilosophyD. An insistent request made as if by right.
5. PartnershipE. The study of fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence.

Writing Reflection

Reflect on the moral of the story. What do you think the author is trying to convey through the characters' interaction? Write your thoughts below.


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