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Worksheet · Grades 9+
Comprehension Questions
- Who does the Candidate meet while canvassing his district?
- What does the Candidate do to the Baby in the carriage?
- Why does the Man laugh at the Candidate?
- What does the Candidate believe the Nurse will do after the incident?
- What surprising detail does the Man reveal about the Nurse?
Vocabulary Exercise
Match the words with their correct definitions. Write the letter of the definition in the space provided.
| Words | Definitions | Match (A-E) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Candidate | A. A person who is being considered for a position | |
| 2. Nurse | B. An individual who provides medical care | |
| 3. Orphan | C. A child whose parents are deceased | |
| 4. Inmate | D. A person confined to an institution | |
| 5. Illiterate | E. Unable to read or write |
Writing/Reflection Task
Reflect on the story and answer the following questions. Use the lines provided for your answers.
- What do you think is the unique moral of this story?
- How does the story illustrate the concept of misunderstanding?
- Can you think of a time when you misunderstood a situation? How did it make you feel?
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