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The Reform School Board
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What was the initial suspicion surrounding the School Board in Doosnoswair?
- Who was elected to the School Board after the scandal arose?
- What was the outcome of the changes made to the School Board?
- In what way does this story reflect themes found in famous moral stories?
- How do you think the community felt about the changes made to the School Board?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct definitions on the right.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Scandal | A group of people elected to manage a school |
| Appoint | To choose or assign to a position |
| Reform | A wrongdoing or disgraceful act |
| Board | To make changes for improvement |
| Department | A specific division within a larger organization |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and its moral implications. Answer the following questions in the space provided:
- What do you think the author wanted to convey through the story?
- How can the themes of this story be applied to real-life situations?
- Do you believe that appointing an all-female board was the best solution? Why or why not?
Feel free to share your thoughts with your classmates and discuss the meanings behind the story!
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