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The Statesman and the Horse

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What was the Statesman doing when he met the Race Horse?
  2. Why was the Race Horse in a hurry?
  3. What did the Statesman suggest to the Race Horse?
  4. How did the Race Horse respond to the Statesman’s suggestion?
  5. What can you infer about the relationship between the Race Horse and its master?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words to their correct definitions.

WordDefinition
A. Statesman1. A person who rides a horse in races.
B. Master2. A person who is skilled in politics or governance.
C. Travel3. To go from one place to another.
D. Fast4. Quick in movement or action.
E. Limp5. To walk with difficulty, often due to injury.

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:

  1. What moral lesson do you think can be learned from the encounter between the Statesman and the Race Horse?
  2. How do you think the Race Horse felt about its situation? Provide reasons for your answer.
  3. Can you relate this story to any personal experiences? Describe briefly.

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