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The Seeker and the Sought

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who is the main character in the story?
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  2. What does the Politician use to catch the Turkey?
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  3. How does the Turkey become trapped?
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  4. What does the Politician claim about the nature of seeking in the story?
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  5. What moral lesson can be learned from this story?
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Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words from the left column with their meanings in the right column.

WordMeaning
PoliticianA person who seeks or holds a political office
TurkeyA large bird often eaten at Thanksgiving
BaitFood used to attract animals for catching
HookA curved piece of metal used for catching fish or birds
Fellow-citizensOther members of the community or society

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and write a few sentences about what you think the author was trying to convey. Consider the moral of the story and how it relates to real life.


Additional Thoughts

What other funny stories with moral lessons can you think of? Write one down.

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