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The Thieves and the Cock
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- What did the thieves steal from the house?
- What reason did the Cock give for wanting to be spared?
- Why did the thieves want to kill the Cock?
- What lesson can be learned from the Cock's plea for mercy?
- How does the story illustrate the concept of virtue versus evil intentions?
Vocabulary Matching Exercise
Match the words in Column A with their meanings in Column B.
| Column A | Column B |
|---|---|
| 1. Thieves | A. To make someone feel safe or secure |
| 2. Cock | B. People who steal |
| 3. Virtue | C. A male chicken |
| 4. Intention | D. A moral quality or trait |
| 5. Safeguard | E. A purpose or aim |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions:
- What do you think is the main message of the story?
- How can the lessons learned from this story apply to your own life?
- Describe a time when you had to make a choice between doing what is right and doing what is easy. What did you choose?
Feel free to use this worksheet to explore the wisdom-packed moral found in the story of "The Thieves and the Cock."
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