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The Lamb and the Wolf

Worksheet · Grades 2–6

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who is pursuing the Lamb in the story?
  2. Where does the Lamb flee to for refuge?
  3. What warning does the Wolf give to the Lamb?
  4. How does the Lamb respond to the Wolf's threat?
  5. What choice does the Lamb face in the story?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words on the left with their definitions on the right. Write the letter of the correct definition next to each word.

WordDefinition
1. PursueA. A place of worship
2. RefugeB. To follow or chase
3. SacrificeC. To give up something for a greater purpose
4. PriestD. A person authorized to perform religious rites
5. SlayE. To kill or destroy

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the moral of the story. What do you think the author is trying to teach us through the interactions between the Lamb and the Wolf?

Write your thoughts below:


Feel free to illustrate your ideas with a small drawing or a picture related to the story!

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