This listening activity is about a tale of integrity and its rewards with ”The Honest Woodcutter.” Imagine a humble woodcutter, an enchanted lake, and the test of truth. As you immerse yourself in this story, pay close attention to the choices the protagonist makes. Can honesty be the key to unlocking unforeseen treasures? After the story, you’ll dissect its moral lesson and conclude with a quiz to put your understanding to the test. Ready to explore the virtues of honesty with ‘The Honest Woodcutter’?
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(00:00) [Music] The honest woodcutter. a poor woodcutter was cutting a tree near a lake. his axe slipped from his hands and fell in the water, he couldn’t get his axe back so he started crying. huh a water spirit appears from the lake and asked the woodcutter about his problem. the woodcutter told him about his axe. the spirit went inside the lake and came
(00:37) up with a golden axe. is this your axe he asked. the woodcutter replied: no it isn’t. he dived again and came out with a silver axe is this your axe he asked. the woodcutter replied: no it is not mine the water spirit again went inside and came out with the woodcutter’s iron axe. the woodcutter was really happy to see his
(01:16) own axe yes this is my axe he said the spirit was very pleased with the woodcutter’s honesty he gave the woodcutter all three axes as a reward the woodcutter returned home and told his neighbors about what had happened. one of them is greedy and wanted the gold and silver axes. the next day the greedy neighbor went to the same Lake
(01:50) and threw his axe in the lake. the water spirit appeared from the lake holding a golden axe, he asked the man whether that axe was his. the woodcutter couldn’t control his greed and said yes this is my axe. the spirit knew he was lying he took the golden axe and vanished inside the water. the greedy man lost his
(02:22) only axe he had learned his lesson. moral of the story: honesty is the best policy [Music]
Uncover your listening skills with this quiz
Bravo, dear learners! ‘The Honest Woodcutter’ has unfolded a story of honesty, integrity, and the rich rewards that follow. Now, let’s solidify your comprehension with a quiz. Recall the details of the woodcutter’s journey and the consequences of honesty and dishonesty. Are you ready for the quiz?
