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The Man and His Wife
Worksheet · Grades 3–5
Comprehension Questions
- What did the cook, the maids and the dog do when the Wife came down the stairs?
- Why did the Man send his wife home for a visit?
- Who gave the Wife nasty looks at her father's house?
- How long were those men out each day?
- What question did the Man ask his wife at the end?
Vocabulary
Match each word with its meaning. Write the letter next to the word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. disliked | A. people who look after sheep |
| 2. servants | B. did not like |
| 3. herdsmen | C. people paid to work in someone's home |
| 4. shepherds | D. a soft cloth worn around the shoulders |
| 5. flocks | E. men who look after herds of animals |
| 6. shawl | F. groups of sheep or goats |
Writing Task
Choose the small sign in the story that tells you the most. Write what it shows and why. Start with: "The small sign that tells me the most is ..."
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