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The Man and his Goose

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What did the man initially believe about the goose?
  2. What did the man discover when he killed the goose?
  3. What moral lesson can be learned from this story?
  4. How did the man's greed affect his actions?
  5. Can you think of a real-life situation that relates to the story? Describe it.

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words to their correct meanings by writing the letter of the definition in the blank space next to the word.

WordDefinitionAnswer
1. GooseA. To take a risk that may lead to loss
2. EggsB. A bird often raised for its meat and eggs
3. GreedC. A common product of a bird used for food
4. ValuableD. Something that is worth a lot or important
5. KillE. To end the life of something

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and write your thoughts below. Consider the following questions to guide your response:

  • What does this story teach us about greed?
  • How can we apply the moral of this story in our everyday lives?

Your response:

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