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The Raven and the Swan
Worksheet · Grades 2–6
Comprehension Questions
- What did the Raven desire from the Swan?
- What did the Raven mistakenly believe about the Swan's beautiful plumage?
- Where did the Raven go to try and change his appearance?
- What was the outcome of the Raven's attempt to change his color?
- What moral lesson can we learn from this story?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct definitions on the right.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| 1. Plumage | A. The act of cleaning or making something pure |
| 2. Desire | B. The feathers of a bird |
| 3. Perish | C. To want or wish for something |
| 4. Cleansing | D. To die or come to an end |
| 5. Nature | E. The inherent characteristics of something |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:
- What do you think the Raven could have done differently to achieve his desires without changing his nature?
- How does this story relate to the concept of accepting oneself?
- Can you think of a time when you wanted to be like someone else? What did you learn from that experience?
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