Fill in the blanks with the requested parts of speech. Once you’ve filled in all the blanks, read your silly version of "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty" aloud!
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3. Verb (past tense): __________
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Walter Mitty was a very __________ man who often found himself daydreaming about being a __________. One day, he __________ into a world where he was a hero, bravely facing a __________ storm. He drove __________ down the street, imagining himself as a __________, commanding a fleet of __________.
In his mind, Walter began to __________ the people around him, feeling a rush of __________ as he saved the day. Suddenly, he found himself in a __________, where he was celebrated by all.
But just as he was about to receive his award, he was jolted back to reality by a __________, reminding him of his ordinary life. Despite this, Walter couldn’t help but smile, knowing that his imagination was always just a daydream away.
Discuss how Walter's daydreams allow him to escape from reality. What do you think he is really searching for in those moments?