Wisdom in Action: The Three Questions – Reading Comprehension for Class 6 

This Grade 6 reading comprehension worksheet presents Leo Tolstoy’s timeless story The Three Questions, where a thoughtful king searches for the secret to true wisdom. Through his meeting with a humble hermit, students learn that the right time is now, the most important person is the one beside us, and the greatest deed is to do good. 

This worksheet encourages learners to think deeply about time, kindness, and purpose while developing essential reading and reasoning skills. Each exercise is crafted to enhance comprehension, vocabulary, and moral understanding. 

Why Reading Comprehension Matters in Grammar? 

Comprehension builds both intellect and empathy through reading. For Grade 6 learners, this topic is important because: 
1. It enhances critical thinking and interpretation of moral lessons. 
2. It reinforces grammar and sentence formation through meaningful answers. 
3. It develops emotional intelligence and ethical reasoning. 
4. It encourages reflective writing and deeper reading habits. 

What’s Inside This Worksheet?

 
🧠 Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions
Students identify the king’s three questions, his meeting with the hermit, and the final moral message. 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions
Learners recall key events such as why the king sought answers and how he helped the wounded man. 

📚 Exercise 3 – Higher-Order Thinking & Vocabulary
Students reflect on lessons about time and kindness, write thoughtful responses, and find a synonym for wise → sage.

 ✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option
1. b) About time, people, and actions 
2. b) From a wise hermit in the forest 
3. b) To do good to others 

Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions
1. He wanted to find wisdom to act correctly. 
2. The king bandaged the wounded man’s injury. 
3. He met a hermit who was digging the ground. 

Exercise 3 – Critical Thinking & Vocabulary
1. It teaches that the present moment and kindness matter most. 
2. I would ask how to stay kind always, because that’s true wisdom. 
3. By helping others, the king learned wisdom through action. 
4. Synonym for “wise” – Sage.

Help your child build thoughtful comprehension and moral insight through this inspiring story. 
Turn reading into a journey of kindness, mindfulness, and meaning! 

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