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The Man and the Bird
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What did the Man with a Shotgun believe about shooting?
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- How did the Bird respond to the Man's suggestion of a fair game?
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- What was the Bird's concern regarding the game?
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- What was the outcome of the conversation between the Man and the Bird?
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Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words from the left column with their meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Cunning | A. The act of shooting or killing animals |
| 2. Fair | B. Cleverness or skill in achieving goals |
| 3. Stake | C. Just or equitable; free from bias |
| 4. Sagacious | D. Wise or showing good judgment |
| 5. Propounder | E. A risk or challenge in a game or situation |
| 6. Nonsense | F. Something that lacks meaning or value |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the moral of the story. What do you think the Bird was trying to convey to the Man? Write your thoughts below.
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