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The Mountain and the Mouse
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What was the main event the people were gathered to witness?
- How did the crowd react when the Mouse emerged from the Mountain?
- What did the Mouse mean when he said, "I know tolerably well how to diagnose a volcano"?
- What can we infer about the Mouse's character from his response to the crowd?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words from the story with their correct meanings. Write the letter of the correct meaning in the space provided.
| Word | Meaning | Match (A, B, C, D) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Labour | A. A large natural elevation of the earth's surface | |
| 2. Groans | B. To diagnose or identify a problem | |
| 3. Volcano | C. A low, long sound made in pain or discomfort | |
| 4. Derision | D. Mocking or ridicule |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and write a few sentences about what you think is the moral or lesson. Why do you think the story features a Mouse in such a grand situation?
Feel free to share your thoughts with a friend or family member!
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