Three-Minute English Story: The Tortoise and the Hare
Story Script (Simplified Version):
Once upon a time, a speedy hare boasted about his speed to a slow-moving tortoise. "How can you ever win a race? Your legs are too short!" mocked the hare. The tortoise calmly replied, "Let’s race and see who truly wins!
The next day, all the animals gathered to watch. The race began, and the hare sprinted ahead, leaving the tortoise far behind. Confident of victory, the hare decided to take a nap under a tree, thinking, "Even if I sleep, that slow tortoise can’t catch up!" Meanwhile, the tortoise kept moving forward, step by step, never stopping.
When the hare finally woke up, he saw the tortoise nearing the finish line. He ran as fast as he could, but it was too late—the tortoise had already crossed the line. The animals cheered for the tortoise, while the hare hung his head in shame.
Moral of the Story:
Slow and steady wins the race." This tale teaches us that persistence and humility are more powerful than arrogance and overconfidence. Even if you have natural talent, hard work and determination are key to success.
Key Vocabulary for Retelling:
Tips for a Dynamic Presentation:
1. Use expressive tones: Mimic the hare’s arrogance with a loud, playful voice and the tortoise’s calmness with a slow, steady tone.
2. Add gestures: Act out running motions for the hare and slow steps for the tortoise.
3. Engage the audience: Ask questions like, "What would you do if you were the tortoise?
This story is perfect for a 3-minute speech, combining simplicity with a timeless lesson. For extended learning, you can download worksheets or PDF versions of the story to practice vocabulary and comprehension.
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