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Which word best describes the initial appearance of the duckling from the large egg?
Which word best describes the initial appearance of the duckling from the large egg?
- Normal
- Ugly (correct)
- Yellow
- Beautiful
What was the initial number of little eggs that Mummy Duck had in her nest?
What was the initial number of little eggs that Mummy Duck had in her nest?
- Six
- Three
- Five (correct)
- Four
What did the ugly duckling see in the water that changed his understanding of himself?
What did the ugly duckling see in the water that changed his understanding of himself?
- His siblings playing
- A reflection of an ugly duckling
- Some yellow ducklings
- A beautiful white bird (correct)
According to the content, what was the initial reaction of the duckling's siblings towards him?
According to the content, what was the initial reaction of the duckling's siblings towards him?
What did the other animals (pig, goat, cow, and horse) on the farm initially do when the duckling tried to play with them?
What did the other animals (pig, goat, cow, and horse) on the farm initially do when the duckling tried to play with them?
What season came after the snow, leading to the duckling's eventual change?
What season came after the snow, leading to the duckling's eventual change?
What is the main lesson or moral of the story according to the provided content?
What is the main lesson or moral of the story according to the provided content?
Where did the duckling initially seek shelter when it got cold?
Where did the duckling initially seek shelter when it got cold?
Mummy Duck initially had six small eggs.
Mummy Duck initially had six small eggs.
The duckling from the large egg was initially seen as normal by its mother.
The duckling from the large egg was initially seen as normal by its mother.
The siblings of the 'ugly' duckling enjoyed playing with him at first.
The siblings of the 'ugly' duckling enjoyed playing with him at first.
The duckling was initially described as happy by others.
The duckling was initially described as happy by others.
The duckling was shunned by the sheep, among other animals.
The duckling was shunned by the sheep, among other animals.
The duckling decided stay in an empty barn because it was getting warmer.
The duckling decided stay in an empty barn because it was getting warmer.
The duckling returned to the pond.
The duckling returned to the pond.
The duckling felt very hungry before meeting his new friend.
The duckling felt very hungry before meeting his new friend.
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Duckling
Duckling
A young duck, especially one that is newly hatched.
Mummy Duck
Mummy Duck
The mother duck in the story.
Ugly duckling
Ugly duckling
The duckling was different from the others and considered unattractive.
Swan
Swan
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Why was the duckling sad?
Why was the duckling sad?
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What happened to the duckling?
What happened to the duckling?
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What happened to the duckling in the end?
What happened to the duckling in the end?
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Moral of the story
Moral of the story
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What was special about the duckling?
What was special about the duckling?
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What is the main message of the story?
What is the main message of the story?
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Why was the duckling called ugly?
Why was the duckling called ugly?
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Describe the swan in the story.
Describe the swan in the story.
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What happened when the duckling found the swan?
What happened when the duckling found the swan?
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What does the story tell us about beauty?
What does the story tell us about beauty?
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Study Notes
The Ugly Duckling Story - Study Notes
- Family: The story begins with Mummy Duck having five small eggs and one large egg.
- Duckling's Appearance: A large, ugly duckling emerges from the large egg.
- Sibling Differences: The duckling is different from its siblings in appearance.
- Discrimination: Other animals reject the ugly duckling because of its appearance.
- Change: The duckling eventually adapts to its surroundings and transmogrifies into a beautiful swan.
- Acceptance: When the ugly duckling turns into a beautiful swan, it is finally accepted by others.
- Friendship: The swan finds a new friend to associate with, solidifying the theme of acceptance.
- Lesson: The ugly duckling's experience highlights the importance of accepting others regardless of physical appearance and the possibility of inner beauty.
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Description
Explore the story of The Ugly Duckling, focusing on its themes of discrimination, transformation, and acceptance. This study notes breakdown highlights the pivotal moments in the duckling's journey from being shunned to finding friendship and beauty. Learn valuable lessons about self-acceptance and the importance of looking beyond appearances.
