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The Rich Man and the Tanner
Worksheet · Grades 2–6
Comprehension Questions
- Who were the two main characters in the story?
- What was the rich man’s initial reaction to the tanner’s presence?
- How did the rich man’s feelings change over time regarding the unpleasant smell?
- What does this story suggest about adapting to difficult situations?
- Can you identify a moral lesson from this fable? If so, what is it?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right. Write the letter of the correct meaning next to the corresponding word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Tanner | A. A wealthy person |
| 2. Unpleasant | B. To become accustomed to something |
| 3. Complain | C. A person who processes animal hides |
| 4. Accustomed | D. Not enjoyable or agreeable |
| 5. Rich Man | E. To express dissatisfaction |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions in complete sentences.
- Have you ever had to adapt to a difficult situation? Describe it here:
- What did you learn from the story? How can you apply this lesson in your life?
- Write your own moral for this story based on your understanding of its message:
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