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The War-horse and the Miller

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What prompted the War-horse to approach the Miller?
  2. How did the Miller respond to the War-horse's offer of help?
  3. What underlying message does the Miller convey with his response about serving one's country?
  4. What realization does the War-horse come to when he looks closely at the Miller?
  5. How does the story reflect themes of loyalty and sacrifice?

Vocabulary Exercise

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

WordMeaning
1. PatriotA. To offer assistance or support
2. DisguiseB. Someone who loves their country
3. ServeC. To hide one's true appearance
4. DangerD. A situation that poses a threat
5. RecognizeE. To identify someone or something

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the themes presented in the story. What do you think the author is trying to teach us about loyalty and bravery? Write your thoughts below.



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