Dennis Barone - 'A Moral Fable'

A professor living by the sea goes fishing, initially catching three fish but later catching none. His friend takes him on a boat trip, but they still catch no fish. Despite this, the professor remains content, emphasizing the importance of enjoying what one has. They decide to visit a tavern to drink wine.

What did the professor catch on his first day of fishing?

• A big fish

• Three fish

• Nothing

• A crab

What was the outcome of the professor's second fishing trip?

• He caught a few fish

• He caught a big fish

• He caught a lot of fish

• He caught nothing

What did the professor's friend say after they caught no fish?

• Let's go home

• We should buy fish instead

• We have been struck with misfortune

• Let's try again tomorrow

How did the professor respond to his friend's apology?

• He agreed with his friend

• He suggested trying a new spot

• He said they should be content

• He wanted to go home

What did the professor propose they do after fishing?

• Go fishing again

• Visit a tavern

• Go home

• Try a new fishing spot