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The Lion and the Hare

Worksheet · Grades 2–4

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who was the first animal that the Lion encountered?
  2. What did the Lion decide to do when he saw the Hare?
  3. Why did the Lion leave the Hare?
  4. What happened when the Lion chased the Hart?
  5. What lesson did the Lion learn by the end of the story?

Vocabulary Matching Exercise

Match the words with their correct definitions.

WordDefinition
LionA large wild cat known as the king of the jungle.
HareA fast-running animal similar to a rabbit.
HartA male deer, especially a red deer over five years old.
ChaseTo run after someone or something to catch them.
ScuddedTo move quickly in a hurry, often in a frightened manner.

Writing Reflection

Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:

  1. What do you think is the moral of the story?
  2. Have you ever let go of something you had for the chance of something better? What happened?
  3. How can you apply the lesson from this story in your own life?

Feel free to share your answers with a friend or a teacher!

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