In this listening activity, you will start a journey into the vibrant world of feathers and flights with the story of ”The Peacock and The Crane.” Picture a boasting peacock and a wise crane, each with its unique beauty. As you immerse yourselves in this colorful tale, observe the valuable lesson that unfolds about the true essence of beauty. After the story, you’ll dive into its deeper meanings and wrap up with a quiz to test your comprehension. Ready to spread your wings of wisdom with ‘The Peacock and The Crane’?
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(00:00) [Music] There was a peacock who often boasted about his beauty; I’ve got the most beautiful tail, he would say. once he walked to the banks of a large lake and saw a crane sipping water. look what a colorless bird you are remarked the pika your wings can never match my glory. but my colorless wings can make me fly
(00:41) replied the crane. he spread his broad wings and flew up towards the Sun. the peacock stood where he was in one day. [Music] moral: usefulness is more important than beauty [Music]
Uncover your listening skills with this quiz
Marvelous, dear learners! You’ve witnessed the clash of pride and wisdom in ‘The Peacock and The Crane,’ discovering that usefulness holds more weight than mere beauty. Now, let’s solidify your understanding with a quiz. Recall the characters, their unique qualities, and the moral lesson embedded in this captivating fable. Happy learning!
