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The Treasury and the Arms

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What is the main action taking place in the story?
  2. Who are the two main characters in the story, and what roles do they represent?
  3. What does the Public Treasury mean when it says, "I move for a division"?
  4. How does the conversation between the Public Treasury and the Two Arms reflect on themes of sharing and division?
  5. What moral lesson can be inferred from this short tale?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words in Column A with their definitions in Column B.

Column AColumn B
1. TreasuryA. A part or portion of something
2. ArmsB. A collection of funds or resources
3. DivisionC. Limbs used for lifting or carrying
4. LegislationD. Laws or rules made by a governing body
5. ShareE. To give a portion of something to others

Writing Reflection Task

Reflect on the themes of sharing and division presented in the story. Answer the following questions:

  1. Why do you think sharing resources is important in our society?
  2. Can you think of a time when you had to share something important? How did it make you feel?
  3. What is one moral lesson that you can apply from this story to your own life?

Feel free to share your thoughts with a partner or group after completing this worksheet!

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