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Three of a Kind

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. What was the profession of the main character in the story?
  2. Who did the lawyer represent, and what was the nature of the crime?
  3. How many accomplices did the burglar claim to have, and what was unique about their roles?
  4. Why did the lawyer decide to throw up the case?
  5. What message or moral can be inferred from the story?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words with their correct definitions by writing the corresponding letter in the blank space.

WordDefinition
AccompliceA) A person who helps another commit a crime
ConvictionB) The act of proving someone guilty of a crime
RetainedC) Hired or employed for a specific purpose
BurglaryD) The unlawful entry into a building with the intent to commit a crime

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the moral of the story. What do you think the author is trying to convey about justice and morality? Write your thoughts below.


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