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The Mountains in Labour
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- What did the Countrymen observe about the Mountains?
- How did the Countrymen react to the signs of the Mountains being in labour?
- What was the initial expectation of the Countrymen regarding what would happen?
- What ultimately emerged from the Mountains, and how did it differ from the Countrymen's expectations?
- What moral lesson can be inferred from the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the following words to their correct definitions.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Labour | A) A sudden and violent shaking of the ground |
| 2. Outcry | B) To produce something, often with effort |
| 3. Outcome | C) A strong public expression of protest or discontent |
| 4. Earthquake | D) The result or consequence of an action or event |
| 5. Expectation | E) A belief that something will happen in the future |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and write a few sentences about what you think the moral is. Consider how the story relates to real-life situations where expectations may not match reality.
Your thoughts:
Feel free to share your responses with the class!
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