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The Life-Saver

Worksheet · Grades 6–8

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who is the main character in the story?
  2. What does the Maiden practice saying before she jumps into the water?
  3. What does the Modern Swain think after the Maiden drowns?
  4. What is the significance of the phrase "the life that you have saved is yours"?
  5. How does the story reflect on the themes of sacrifice and self-preservation?

Vocabulary Matching Exercise

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

WordMeaning
NobleA person of high moral character
PreserverSomeone who saves or protects something
MaidenA young unmarried woman
DrownTo die by suffocating in water
SwainA young man, especially one who is courting

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the moral of the story "The Life-Saver." What do you think it teaches us about selflessness and responsibility? Write your thoughts below.

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