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The Two Poets
Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- What were the two poets quarreling over?
- How did Apollo decide to divide the prizes between the poets?
- What happened when the First Poet tried to eat the Apple?
- What did the Second Poet find when he tried to gnaw on the Bone?
- What moral lesson can be learned from the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words on the left with their correct meanings on the right.
| Words | Meanings |
|---|---|
| 1. Quarrel | A. A creative idea or concept |
| 2. Prize | B. To have a dispute or argument |
| 3. Art | C. Something awarded for a competition |
| 4. Imagination | D. The expression or application of human creative skill |
| 5. Contention | E. A struggle for superiority or victory |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and write your thoughts below. Consider the following questions:
- What do you think the story teaches about the value of art versus imagination?
- How do you relate to the characters in the story?
Your response:
Feel free to print this worksheet and complete the activities.
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