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The Snake and the Swallow

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. Where did the Swallow build her nest?
  2. What was the Snake’s intention towards the Swallow's young birds?
  3. How did the Just Judge respond to the Snake's threat?
  4. What action did the Judge take regarding the young birds?
  5. What moral lesson can be drawn from the story?

Vocabulary Matching Exercise

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

WordsMeanings
1. SwallowA. A person who administers justice
2. SnakeB. A small bird often associated with spring
3. JudgeC. A long, legless reptile
4. NestD. A structure built by birds to lay eggs
5. InjunctionE. A formal order or command from a court

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story "The Snake and the Swallow." Answer the following questions in the spaces provided.

  1. What do you think the author wanted to convey through this story?
  2. Have you ever faced a situation where you had to make a tough decision to protect someone? Describe it briefly.
  3. In your opinion, what is the most important moral lesson from this story?

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