Rules James/Rules Rebellion Worksheets

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Rules James/Rules Rebellion For Google Apps

Have your student read the non fiction to find out some information about rules and why they are important. Then have them read the fictional story to find out what happens at school when the class was rule free for an hour. There are questions for comprehension and ones that show the contrast in both stories. Some interesting writing prompts are also included.

In every community, people follow rules and laws to maintain order and
fairness. But rules don’t exist alone—they’re connected to rights and responsibilities. Understanding how these ideas work together helps us become thoughtful and active citizens.
1. What is the relationship between rights and responsibilities?
2. How do rules and laws differ in purpose and authority?
3. Why are responsibilities essential when exercising personal rights?
4. What might happen in a community if people ignore responsibilities?
5. How does following rules protect everyone’s rights?

James was tired of rules. *Why do we have so many?* he grumbled as he walked into class. That day, his teacher announced a challenge: *For one hour,
you may ignore classroom rules—but you must accept the consequences.*

1. What challenge did James’s teacher present to the class?
2. How did the classroom behave without rules?
3. What realization did James have during the challenge?
4. Why did James choose to follow the rules after the experiment?
5. How did James demonstrate responsibility after breaking the rules?