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Two Footpads

Worksheet · Grades 9+

Comprehension Questions

  1. Who are the main characters in the story?
  2. What is the setting of the story?
  3. What did the First Footpad do that he felt was impressive?
  4. How did the Second Footpad's experience differ from the First Footpad's?
  5. What emotion does the Second Footpad's story evoke in the First Footpad?

Vocabulary Exercise

Match the words from the left column with their correct meanings from the right column.

WordMeaning
1. FootpadA. A federal prosecutor in the U.S. government
2. GrogB. A criminal or robber, especially in a city
3. Stand upC. An alcoholic drink, especially rum diluted with water
4. Chief of PoliceD. To confront someone, often with the intention of robbery
5. United States District AttorneyE. The head of the police department

Writing/Reflection Task

Reflect on the moral of the story. What lesson do you think it conveys about crime and consequences? Write your thoughts below.


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