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The Party Over There
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- Who is the main character in the story, and what is he in a hurry for?
- What does the Man in a Hurry ask the Grave Person?
- How does the Grave Person respond to the Man's question about the time?
- What is the significance of the Grave Person's statement about the answer given by the Party Over There?
- What lesson can be inferred from the interaction between the characters in the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words from the left column with their meanings in the right column. Write the letter of the correct meaning next to each word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| A. Grave Person | 1. Someone who judges or makes decisions in a court |
| B. Timepiece | 2. Serious or solemn in demeanor |
| C. Deliberation | 3. An object used to tell time |
| D. Appellate Court | 4. Careful consideration or discussion |
| E. Immaterial | 5. Unimportant or irrelevant |
Writing Reflection
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions. Use the blank lines provided for your responses.
- What do you think the author is trying to teach us through the characters’ interactions?
- Can you relate to a situation where you were in a hurry and didn't take the time to think things through? How did it turn out?
- Write a short moral that summarizes the lesson from this story.
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