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The Stag at the Pool
Worksheet · Grades 2–6
Comprehension Questions
- Why did the Stag come to the pool?
- What did the Stag admire about himself while looking at his reflection?
- What danger did the Stag encounter at the pool?
- How did the Stag escape from the Lion initially?
- What lesson did the Stag learn by the end of the story?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Admire | A. To become stuck or caught |
| 2. Crouch | B. To think highly of something |
| 3. Entangled | C. To lower oneself close to the ground |
| 4. Destruction | D. The act of causing something to cease to exist |
| 5. Valuable | E. Worth a lot, important |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story of the Stag at the Pool. Answer the following questions in the space provided:
- What do you think the Stag should have valued more? Why?
- Have you ever felt like the Stag, valuing the wrong things? Share your experience.
- How can you apply the lesson from this story in your own life?
Remember: The story teaches us that what is truly valuable is often underrated. Reflect on your own values and what truly matters to you!
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