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The Ingenious Patriot

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What invention does the Ingenious Patriot present to the King?
  2. How much money does the Ingenious Patriot demand for his invention?
  3. What additional invention does the Ingenious Patriot offer after the armor-plating?
  4. How does the King react to the Ingenious Patriot's multiple pockets?
  5. What is the final decree issued by the King regarding ingenuity?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words in Column A with their meanings in Column B.

Column AColumn B
1. IngeniousA. A measure of wealth in the story
2. ArmourB. Clever or inventive
3. TumtumC. Protective covering for soldiers or vehicles
4. DecreeD. An official order or statement
5. LoyalE. Faithful to a cause or person

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the moral of the story. What lessons can we learn from the Ingenious Patriot's actions and the King's response? Write your thoughts below.

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