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The Thrift of Strength
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What was the reason the weak man chose to go downhill?
- How did the strong man respond to the weak man's request for assistance?
- What does the strong man believe about his strength?
- What lesson can we learn from the interaction between the weak man and the strong man?
- Reflect on a time when you helped someone or received help. How does that relate to the message of the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Exertion | A. An important lesson or moral |
| 2. Sacred | B. To make a physical or mental effort |
| 3. Assist | C. Something held in high regard or holy |
| 4. Strength | D. To help or give support |
| 5. Moral | E. The quality or state of being strong |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and the lessons it conveys. Answer the following questions:
- What does the story teach us about helping others?
- How can you apply the moral of this story in your daily life?
- Write about a situation where you were either the strong man or the weak man. What did you learn from that experience?
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