Kindness and Courage: Reading Comprehension on Aladdin and the Magic Lamp 

This Grade 6 reading comprehension worksheet retells the timeless story Aladdin and the Magic Lamp in a simple, thoughtful way. The passage follows Aladdin, a kind boy from a modest family, who discovers a magical lamp that changes his life. Through his adventures, Aladdin learns that kindness, honesty, and generosity are greater than any treasure. 

Students develop comprehension, inference, and moral reasoning skills through fact-based and reflective exercises. The story encourages learners to think about the difference between greed and goodness, making it ideal for both language growth and character development. 

Why Reading Comprehension Matters in English Learning? 

Reading comprehension helps students connect storytelling with life lessons. For Grade 6 learners, it is important because: 
1. It enhances reading fluency and understanding of moral themes. 
2. It builds empathy and decision-making skills. 
3. It strengthens vocabulary and logical reasoning. 
4. It inspires reflection on ethical choices and values. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet?

 This worksheet blends literary reading with emotional learning: 

🧠 Exercise 1 – Multiple-Choice Questions 
Students identify main ideas and key details. 
Example: Who approached Aladdin in the marketplace? 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions 
Learners describe Aladdin’s experiences and moral choices in their own words. 

📖 Exercise 3 – Reflective Questions 
Students think deeply about character actions, lessons about true greatness, and retitle the passage creatively. 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option 
1. (c) A mysterious traveler 
2. (a) A hidden cave 
3. (b) A Genie appeared 

Exercise 2 – Answer the Following 
1. The traveler wanted Aladdin to get the old lamp. 
2. The townspeople respected him because he helped others, not himself. 
3. He escaped with the help of the Genie who appeared from the lamp. 

Exercise 3 – Reflective Questions 
1. The traveler acted kind to trick Aladdin and gain the lamp for himself. 
2. The story suggests real greatness is shown through generosity and good actions. 
3. Aladdin shows kindness and responsibility by using magic to help others, not for luxury. 
4. Suggested title: The Boy Who Chose Kindness. 

Help your child explore kindness, wisdom, and integrity through this inspiring comprehension worksheet. 

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