The Whispering Lantern DRAG AND DROP EXERCISE Read & Enhance Your Speaking and Writing Skills
The Whispering Lantern
On a misty, moonlit evening, young Aarav walked along a narrow forest path leading to his village. The ancient trees stood silently, their twisted branches swaying gently in the cool breeze. Suddenly, he noticed a mysterious golden lantern hanging from a crooked branch. It glowed softly, casting shimmering patterns on the ground.
Curious yet cautious, Aarav lifted the lantern. To his astonishment, a faint whisper emerged from it.
"Follow the light, and you shall discover a treasure."
His heart raced with excitement. Guided by the lantern's warm glow, he ventured deeper into the forest. The path became darker and more winding. Strange shadows danced around him, and eerie sounds echoed through the woods. Yet Aarav bravely continued.
After a long journey, the lantern led him to an old wooden chest hidden beneath a magnificent banyan tree. Trembling with anticipation, he opened it.
To his surprise, the chest contained no gold, jewels, or precious stones. Instead, it held several worn-out books, a notebook, and a simple message:
"The greatest treasure is knowledge. It lights your path when darkness surrounds you."
At that moment, the lantern's glow became brighter than ever. Aarav understood the secret. Wealth may disappear, but wisdom remains forever.
From that day onward, he studied diligently, read passionately, and eventually became the most respected teacher in the region.
Moral: True success comes not from riches but from knowledge, perseverance, and lifelong learning.
Jumbled Sentences Activity
Rearrange the following sentences to form the correct sequence of the story.
a. Aarav found an old wooden chest beneath a banyan tree.
b.. Aarav noticed a mysterious golden lantern glowing in the forest.
c. He discovered that the real treasure was knowledge.
d. The lantern guided him through the dark and winding forest path.
e. Aarav became a respected teacher through hard work and learning
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