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The Wind and the Sun
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- What were the Wind and the Sun disputing about?
- How did the Wind attempt to persuade the traveller to take off his cloak?
- What was the Sun’s strategy to win the dispute?
- What was the outcome of the contest between the Wind and the Sun?
- What moral lesson can be drawn from the story?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words from the left column with their correct meanings in the right column.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. Disputing | A. To cover oneself with clothing |
| 2. Cloak | B. An argument or disagreement |
| 3. Persuade | C. To convince someone to do something |
| 4. Glory | D. Great beauty or splendor |
| 5. Severity | E. Harshness or strictness |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and its moral. Answer the following questions in the lines provided:
- How does the story of the Wind and the Sun illustrate the power of kindness over force?
- Can you think of a situation in your life where kindness worked better than being forceful? Describe it.
- Why do you think stories like this are considered popular moral stories?
Feel free to discuss your answers with a friend or teacher!
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