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The Man and the Wood
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- What did the Man ask the Trees for when he entered the Wood?
- How did the Trees respond to the Man's request?
- What did the Man do with the branch he received from the Trees?
- What realization did the Trees come to after seeing the Man's actions?
- What moral lesson can be derived from this story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words from the left column with their correct meanings in the right column.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Axe | A. To come to understand something clearly |
| 2. Branch | B. A tool used for cutting wood |
| 3. Trees | C. The part of a tree that grows out from the trunk |
| 4. Destroy | D. To cause something to cease to exist |
| 5. Realization | E. Large plants that provide oxygen and wood |
Writing/Reflection Task
Think about the story and its moral. Reflect on a time when you might have unintentionally helped someone who ended up harming you or others. Write your thoughts below.
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