Question 27 of 29intermediate🔧 ApplyShort Answer3 marks

The story, 'The Elephant and the Dog' is found in the Jataka tales. These stories are ancient Buddhist stories of life values and wisdom. These stories have been told from one generation to the next for over two thousand years. Find and read another Jataka story.

Correct Answer

Students should research and read another Jataka tale.

Examples include 'The Monkey and the Crocodile,' 'The Lion and the Mouse,' 'The Tortoise and the Geese,' or 'The Golden Goose.'

These stories teach moral lessons about friendship, wisdom, honesty, and kindness, similar to the themes in 'The Unlikely Best Friends.'

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Explanation

This extension activity connects the chapter to Indian cultural heritage. Jataka tales are ancient Buddhist stories that teach moral values and wisdom. The story of Gajaraj and Buntee is based on 'The Elephant and the Dog' from the Jataka collection. Students are encouraged to explore more stories from this rich tradition.

Solution Steps

  1. Students should research and read another Jataka tale

  2. Examples include 'The Monkey and the Crocodile,' 'The Lion and the Mouse,' 'The Tortoise and the Geese,' or 'The Golden Goose'

  3. These stories teach moral lessons about friendship, wisdom, honesty, and kindness

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