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The Wolf, the Nanny-Goat, and The Kid
Worksheet · Grades 2–4
Comprehension Questions
- Why does the nanny-goat leave the house?
- What is the password?
- What does the wolf hear, and what does he miss?
- How does the wolf change his voice?
- Why does the wolf go home?
Vocabulary
Match each word with its meaning. Write the letter next to the word.
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1. latch | A. a secret word or saying that lets you in |
| 2. password | B. went away quietly, feeling ashamed |
| 3. plague | C. a small bar that holds a door shut |
| 4. prowling | D. spoke in a small, high voice |
| 5. piped | E. moving about quietly, looking for something to catch |
| 6. slunk | F. a terrible sickness, or a word for wishing someone harm |
Writing Task
The nanny-goat comes home. Write what the kid tells her. Start with: A wolf came to the door, but
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