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The student stood there deeply affected and his eyes filled with tears. “Now,” said the teacher, “are you not much happier than you would have been had you played your trick on the poor man?” The youth replied, “You have taught me a lesson which I will never forget. I now feel the truth of these words which I never understood before. It’s more blessed to give than to receive.” This story teaches us that sharing gives happiness to one and all.
Think and Answer:
1. What did the student want to do to the poor man? 2. What did the teacher tell him to do instead?
3. How did the man react when he got the coins?
4. What was the lesson that the youth learnt?
Glossary:
1. Conceal: not allow to be seen; hide
2 Stooped: bend one’s head or body forwards and downward 3. Astonishment: Overpowering wonder or surprise
4. Fervent: Showing great warmth or feeling of spirit
5. Timely: Occurring at a perfect time
Illustration : M. Anjani, Class X, 2019-20
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