Flocabulary: Aesop's Fables

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What is a fable?

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A fable is a short story that teaches a lesson or moral, often with animals as characters.

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What does 'passage' mean?

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Passage refers to the act of moving from one place to another, often by boat or other means.

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What does it mean to 'rely' on something?

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To rely on something means to depend on it for support or help.

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What is an example of 'grasp'?

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Grasp means to hold something tightly, like a little boy grabbing his mom's hand.

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What does 'survey' mean?

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To survey means to look closely at something or to observe it carefully.

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What does it mean to 'attract' something?

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To attract means to draw something closer or to make it come to you.

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What is a moral in a fable?

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A moral is a lesson that can be learned from a story, often about right and wrong.

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Can you name a common animal in fables?

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Common animals in fables include foxes, turtles, and lions.

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What is the purpose of a fable?

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The purpose of a fable is to teach a lesson or moral through a simple story.

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What is an example of a famous fable?

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An example of a famous fable is 'The Tortoise and the Hare'.