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The Spendthrift and the Swallow
Worksheet · Grades 4–8
Comprehension Questions
- Who is the main character in the story and what is his primary flaw?
- What does the young man do after seeing the Swallow?
- How does the weather change after the young man sells his cloak?
- What lesson does the young man learn from the Swallow's fate?
- In your opinion, what could the young man have done differently?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Spendthrift | A person who spends money wastefully |
| Cloak | A loose outer garment |
| Swallow | A type of bird |
| Patrimony | An inheritance or legacy |
| Lifeless | Without life; dead |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions in complete sentences.
- What do you think the moral of the story is?
- How can this story apply to your life? Give an example.
- Write about a time when you learned a lesson from a mistake.
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