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The Swan and the Goose

Worksheet · Grades 2–5

Comprehension Questions

  1. What did the rich man buy from the market?
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  2. Why did the rich man keep the Goose and the Swan?
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  3. How did the cook make a mistake when trying to capture a bird?
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  4. What saved the Swan from being killed?
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  5. What lesson can be learned from this story?
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Vocabulary Matching Exercise

Match the words on the left with their meanings on the right.

WordMeaning
1. GooseA. A type of bird known for its song
2. SwanB. A wealthy person
3. CookC. To capture or take hold of
4. MelodyD. A pleasant series of musical notes
5. Rich ManE. Someone who prepares food

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story of "The Swan and the Goose." Answer the following questions in the space provided.

  1. What do you think is the moral of the story?
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  2. Have you ever faced a situation where your unique talent saved you or helped you in a difficult time? Describe that experience.
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  3. How can we apply the lesson from this story to our daily lives?
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