Example Explorer

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to guide students through the concept of exemplum, a term originating from Latin that means “example.” It explains that an exemplum can be a short story or anecdote used to illustrate a point or teach an ethical lesson, similar to a parable or a fable. The worksheet then prompts students to apply this concept by writing sentences that include an exemplum for various everyday topics. These topics range from school life to personal preferences and animal behaviors.

The primary objective of this worksheet is to teach students how to use exempla in their writing and speaking to clarify or emphasize a point. It encourages brevity and relevance in their examples, mirroring the succinctness of traditional exempla. By engaging with common topics, students learn to connect abstract concepts with concrete instances. The exercise aims to enhance their ability to communicate more effectively and persuasively through the use of illustrative examples.