Understanding Empathy in Realistic Fiction
English
Grade 7
10 questions
~20 mins
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A worksheet focusing on comprehension and error correction related to themes of empathy in realistic fiction for Grade 7 students.
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Understanding Empathy in Realistic Fiction
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Grade Grade 7
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Reading Passage: 'The Unseen Bridge'
Lila had always considered herself an outsider at Maplewood Middle School. Unlike her classmates, who seemed to effortlessly navigate social circles, she often found herself alone during lunch, observing the laughter and chatter from afar. One rainy afternoon, she noticed Jake, a boy who was frequently ignored, sitting by himself under the bleachers. Despite her own discomfort, Lila hesitated but approached him. They began to talk, discovering shared interests and concerns. As days passed, their friendship grew, and Lila realized that understanding and empathy could bridge divides. However, in a moment of vulnerability, Lila accidentally misunderstood a comment Jake made about another student, leading to a rift. She later reflected on her mistake and learned that genuine empathy requires patience, active listening, and an open heart.
1.
Identify one example of how Lila shows empathy in the story.
[2 marks]2.
Find the sentence that best demonstrates Lila's realization about empathy.
[2 marks]3.
What is the main theme of the story?
Aa) Competition and rivalry
Bb) The importance of empathy and understanding
Cc) Academic achievement
Dd) Family relationships
4.
Describe a moment when Lila's lack of patience affected her relationship with Jake.
5.
Identify and correct the grammatical error in this sentence: 'Despite her own discomfort, Lila hesitated but approached him.'
[2 marks]6.
In the story, which literary technique is used in the phrase 'bridging divides'?
[2 marks]7.
Explain how the setting of the story (rainy afternoon, bleachers) contributes to the mood.
8.
Identify two actions Lila could have taken to better understand Jake’s comments before reacting.
[2 marks]9.
Write a brief paragraph describing how empathy can influence relationships among peers.
10.
Create a short dialogue between two students that demonstrates empathy after a misunderstanding.
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