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The Self-Made Monkey
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- Who does the Man encounter in the forest?
- What does the Man claim about himself when he meets the Monkey?
- How does the Monkey respond to the Man's claim of being a self-made man?
- What action does the Monkey take to demonstrate his point?
- What moral lesson can we learn from the story?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words in Column A with their correct meanings in Column B.
| Column A | Column B |
|---|---|
| 1. Constituents | A. To go up or increase in height |
| 2. Self-made | B. A group of voters or supporters |
| 3. Exertions | C. Made by oneself without help |
| 4. Approval | D. Efforts or physical activities |
| 5. Bedaubed | E. To cover something with a substance |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions. Use the lines provided for your answers.
- What do you think the author is trying to convey about self-made success?
- Can you think of a time when you had to prove your worth or abilities? Describe that experience.
- How can the lessons from this story apply to your own life?
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