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The Penitent Thief

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What lesson did the boy learn from his mother about stealing?
  2. How did the boy's actions lead to his condemnation?
  3. What was the boy's attitude towards his mother when he was taken to execution?
  4. How did the mother respond to her son's accusation?
  5. What moral can be derived from the story about personal responsibility?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words in Column A with their meanings in Column B.

Column AColumn B
1. CondemnedA. To be caught doing something wrong
2. DetectedB. A person who has been declared guilty
3. ProfessionalC. Relating to a job or career
4. AccusationD. A claim that someone has done something wrong
5. MoralE. A lesson about what is right and wrong

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the moral of the story. What do you think is the main message? How can this message be applied in real life? Write your thoughts below.

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