Lion vs Mosquito: A Fable

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Why did the lion challenge the mosquito to a duel?

The lion challenged the mosquito to a duel because he was angry that the mosquito refused to bow to him. The lion felt insulted and wanted to assert his dominance over the mosquito.

What was the mosquito's advantage in the duel?

The mosquito's advantage was that he could see in the dark while the lion was blind. This allowed the mosquito to attack the lion repeatedly without the lion being able to defend himself.

How did the mosquito's bites affect the lion?

The mosquito's bites caused the lion's skin to itch intensely, leading to him scratching himself until he bled.

What was the outcome of the duel?

<p>The mosquito won the duel because the lion was unable to see him in the darkness and was overwhelmed by the mosquito's bites.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lesson can be learned from the story of the lion and the mosquito?

<p>The story teaches us that humility and respecting others is important. It also shows that one should not underestimate the power of smaller or seemingly insignificant things.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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The Lion and the Mosquito

A story about a lion who is humbled by a mosquito.

The Lion's Pride

The lion's overconfidence and arrogant attitude towards the mosquito.

The Mosquito's Courage

The mosquito's refusal to bow down to the lion's authority.

The Lion's Blindness

The lion's inability to see at night, making him vulnerable to the mosquito.

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The Mosquito's Strategy

The mosquito's strategy of using its strength in the night to bite and annoy the lion.

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Study Notes

Lion and Mosquito

  • A lion in a jungle insulted a mosquito, demanding the mosquito bow.
  • The mosquito refused and challenged the lion to a duel at night.
  • The lion, unable to see in the dark, was at a disadvantage.
  • The mosquito successfully bit the lion numerous times.
  • The lion's skin itched and bled from the mosquito bites.
  • The lion retreated to apply ointment to his injuries.
  • The mosquito won the duel, teaching the lion a lesson about boasting.
  • The lion remained in bed for several days, scratching his wounds.

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