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The Old Man and his Sons
Worksheet · Grades 2–8
Comprehension Questions
- What did the Old Man ask his sons to do with the bundle of sticks?
- What lesson did the Old Man want to teach his sons through the bundle of sticks?
- How did the sons react when they tried to break the bundle of sticks?
- What happened when the Old Man broke a single stick?
- What moral can be derived from the story about unity?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct definitions on the right.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Unity | a. The state of being together or united |
| 2. Contentious | b. Causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial |
| 3. Afflicted | c. Suffering from a problem or illness |
| 4. Bundle | d. A collection of items tied together |
| 5. Invincible | e. Too powerful to be defeated or overcome |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the moral of the story. How can you apply the lesson of unity in your own life?
Feel free to print this worksheet and complete the tasks to enhance your understanding of the story and its moral teachings.
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