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The Lassoed Bear

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What predicament does the Hunter find himself in with the Bear?
  2. How does the Showman respond to the Hunter's offer to sell the Bear?
  3. What does the Hunter offer as an incentive to sell the Bear?
  4. Why is the Hunter eager to sell the Bear?
  5. What animals does the Hunter mention needing space for after selling the Bear?

Vocabulary Matching Exercise

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

Column AColumn B
1. LassoA. To engage in a conversation or dialogue
2. ShowmanB. A rope with a loop used for capturing
3. MarketC. A person who displays or performs for an audience
4. PremisesD. A place or location
5. DisengageE. To free oneself from a connection

Writing Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:

  1. What do you think the moral of the story is?
  2. How would you feel if you were in the Hunter's position?
  3. Have you ever had to make a difficult decision like the Hunter? What happened?
  4. What lesson can we learn about valuing things from this story?

Note:

This story is an impactful moral story that teaches us about decision-making and the value of what we have. Use this worksheet to reflect on your own experiences and the lessons learned.

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