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The Sparrow and the Hare
Worksheet · Grades 3–5
Comprehension Questions
- Who caught the Hare?
- Where was the Sparrow when he heard the noise?
- What did the Sparrow say about the Hare's feet?
- What came down from the sky while the Sparrow was laughing?
- What did the Hare say to the Sparrow at the end?
Vocabulary
Match each word with its meaning. Write the letter next to the word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. pinned | A. made a short, high bird sound |
| 2. thornbush | B. a very small, thin branch |
| 3. chirped | C. moving quickly up and down |
| 4. twig | D. a low plant with sharp points on its stems |
| 5. bobbing | E. a feeling that makes a sad time a little easier |
| 6. comfort | F. held down so that you cannot move |
Writing Task
What could the Sparrow have said or done instead of laughing? Start with: Instead of laughing, the Sparrow could have ...
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