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The Horse Seeking Revenge on the Stag
Worksheet · Grades 3–5
Comprehension Questions
- What did horses do before there were saddles and coaches?
- Why could the horse not catch the stag on his own?
- What did the man offer the horse if he stayed?
- What did the horse think about the man's offer?
- How does the story show that the horse never stopped wanting to be free?
Vocabulary
Match each word with its meaning. Write the letter next to the word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. stag | A. goodbye |
| 2. quarrelled | B. the long straps a rider uses to steer |
| 3. bit | C. had an angry argument |
| 4. reins | D. a grown male deer |
| 5. farewell | E. a metal bar put in a horse's mouth |
Writing Task
Write what the horse would tell a young horse who wants to get even with someone. Start with: "Before you ask for help to get even, remember..."
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