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The Wasps the Partridges and the Farmer

Worksheet · Grades 2–8

Comprehension Questions

  1. What did the Wasps and the Partridges ask the Farmer for?
  2. What promises did the Partridges make to the Farmer in return for water?
  3. How did the Wasps intend to repay the Farmer for the water?
  4. Why did the Farmer choose not to help the Wasps and the Partridges?
  5. What lesson can be learned from the Farmer's decision?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words to their correct definitions by drawing a line or writing the letter next to the number.

NumberWordDefinition
1ThirstA) To protect or keep safe
2VinesB) A feeling of needing water
3RepayC) Long-stemmed plants that bear grapes
4GuardD) To give back in return

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the story and answer the following questions. Use the space provided for your answers.

  1. What do you think is the main moral of the story?
  2. Have you ever been in a situation where you had to choose between helping someone who made promises and someone who was already helping you? What did you do?
  3. How can we apply the lesson from this story to our everyday lives?

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