Fairness Above All: The Wise Minister – Reading Comprehension for Class 6 

This Grade 6 reading comprehension worksheet presents the inspiring story The Wise Minister, where truth, fairness, and logic triumph over greed. Students read about a clever minister named Raman, who helps King Virendra solve a tricky dispute between two merchants claiming the same bag of gold. Using reasoning instead of emotion, Raman reveals the truth and restores justice in the royal court. 

The passage develops comprehension, critical thinking, and moral interpretation skills. Learners engage with questions that strengthen inference, grammar usage, and vocabulary while reflecting on honesty and fairness in daily life. 

Why Reading Comprehension Matters in Grammar? 

Comprehension nurtures clear communication and logical reasoning. For Grade 6 learners, this topic is important because: 
1. It builds analytical and interpretive reading skills. 
2. It encourages grammar-based expression and sentence precision. 
3. It connects moral lessons with thoughtful language use. 
4. It develops problem-solving ability through contextual understanding. 
 

What’s Inside This Worksheet? 

🧠 Exercise 1 – Multiple Choice Questions
Students answer fact-based questions about the merchants, the test, and Raman’s decision. 

✏️ Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions
Learners write brief answers explaining what happened in the court and how the King reacted. 

📚 Exercise 3 – Higher-Order Thinking & Vocabulary
Students reflect on justice, honesty, and reasoning while finding a synonym for wise → intelligent. 

✅ Answer Key (For Parents & Educators) 

Exercise 1 – Choose the Correct Option
1. b) They both claimed the same bag of coins 
2. a) He asked both about the number of coins 
3. b) Because he spoke honestly and without greed 

Exercise 2 – Short Answer Questions
1. Two merchants came to the court with a dispute. 
2. The King praised Raman and rewarded him. 
3. He asked them how many coins were in the bag. 

Exercise 3 – Critical Thinking & Vocabulary 
1. It teaches that fairness and clear thinking bring true justice. 
2. The wrong man might have been rewarded unfairly. 
3. Raman looked for clues in their words, not emotions. 
4. Synonym for “wise” – Intelligent.

Help your child develop logic, honesty, and clarity of thought through this insightful comprehension worksheet. 
Let every learner think wisely, read deeply, and act fairly! 

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