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The Old Woman and the Wine-Jar
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- What did the old woman find lying in the road?
- What was her initial hope when she approached the wine-jar?
- What did the old woman discover when she picked up the jar?
- How did the old woman react upon smelling the jar?
- What theme or moral can you identify from the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Jar | A. A feeling of happiness or nostalgia |
| 2. Memories | B. A container for liquids, usually with a lid |
| 3. Eagerly | C. To show a strong interest or desire |
| 4. Sniff | D. To inhale through the nose to smell something |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and its moral message. Answer the following questions:
- What do you think the old woman was feeling when she found the wine-jar?
- What can we learn from the old woman's experience with the wine-jar?
- How can memories of past pleasures affect our present happiness?
Feel free to share your thoughts with a friend or family member!
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