Here are the full stories of the following moral tales, written in simple English suitable for 1st-year
students:
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1. Two Friends and a Bear
Story:
Once, two friends were walking through a forest. Suddenly, they saw a bear coming toward them. One
friend quickly climbed a tree. The other friend did not know how to climb, so he lay down on the ground
and pretended to be dead.
The bear came near and sniffed him. Bears do not eat dead animals, so it left. After the bear had gone,
the friend on the tree came down and asked, “What did the bear say in your ear?”
The other friend replied, “The bear told me not to trust a friend who leaves you in danger.”
Moral: A friend in need is a friend indeed.
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2. The Farmer and His Sons
Story:
There was once a farmer who had four sons. They always quarreled with one another. The farmer was
very sad. One day, he became very ill and knew he would die soon.
He called all his sons and gave them a bundle of sticks. He asked them to break it, but none could. Then
he untied the bundle and gave them single sticks. They broke them easily.
The farmer said, “If you stay united like the bundle of sticks, no one can harm you. But if you keep
fighting, anyone can defeat you.”
Moral: Unity is strength.
United we stand divided we fall
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3. The Foolish Stag
Story:
One day, a stag went to a pond to drink water. He saw his reflection and admired his beautiful horns. But
he disliked his thin legs.
Just then, he heard a hunter coming. He ran fast into the forest. His legs helped him escape quickly, but
soon his horns got caught in the branches. The hunter came near.
The stag thought, “I hated my legs, but they saved me. I loved my horns, but they are putting me in
danger.” He struggled hard and finally escaped.
Moral:1: all that glitters is not gold
2:Appearance is always deceptive
3:Pride hath a fall
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Here are two sample letters and one application written in simple English suitable for 1st-year students:
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1. Letter to Brother for Improving English Language
Examination Hall,
City A,
May 26, 2025
Dear Brother,
I hope you are fine and doing well in your studies. I want to share something important with you. English
is a very important language. It helps us in school, college, and also in the future.
I advise you to read English newspapers, storybooks, and practice writing. Try to speak English at home.
Watch English movies with subtitles. This will improve your vocabulary and confidence.
Please take my advice seriously. It will help you a lot in your studies.
Your loving brother,
[Your Name]
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2. Letter to Father for Increasing Monthly Allowance
Examination Hall,
City A,
May 26, 2025
Dear Father,
I hope you and mother are fine. I am doing well in my studies. I want to request you to increase my
monthly allowance.
Prices of books, stationery, and food have gone up. I also need to pay for some school activities. My
current allowance is not enough to cover all these expenses.
I promise to spend the money wisely and focus on my studies.
Please consider my request.
Your loving son,
[Your Name]
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3. Application for Issuance of Character Certificate
To,
The Principal,
Government College,
City A.
Subject: Application for Character Certificate
Respected Sir,
I am [Your Name], a student of 1st year (Class XI), Roll No. [Your Roll No.]. I have passed the final
examination and now I need a character certificate for further admission.
I was regular in my classes and obeyed all rules. Kindly issue me a character certificate at your earliest
convenience.
I shall be thankful to you.
Yours obediently,
[Your Name]
Class: 1st Year
Roll No: [Your Roll No]
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Question no 02 ( book 1 short stories)Why did Arthur disagree with his wife?
He disagreed because he didn’t want to press the button and kill a person for money.
2. What are locusts and what destruction was made by locusts?
Locusts are insects that come in swarms and destroy crops by eating everything green.
3. Why did Jim and Della want to exchange the gifts?
They loved each other and wanted to give each other valuable gifts despite being poor.
4. What was Tarbut’s opinion regarding getting success in this story?
He believed success comes through honesty, courage, and determination.
5. Why did Chaudhry Fateh Muhammad reprimand Maulvi Abul for a mistake?
He scolded him for mispronouncing the Arabic word while reciting the Holy Quran.
6. What did the quack do with the old woman?
He applied hot iron on her swollen cheek, which injured her badly.
7. What kind of music was played in one of the restaurants?
Jazz music was played in one of the restaurants.
8. What does Arthur like about Christmas?
Arthur likes its spirit of giving, peace, and happiness.
1. What were the feelings of the old man at the age of 70?
He felt helpless, unwanted, and a burden on others.
2. Who are the veterans of creative suffering?
They are the people who suffered for a noble cause, especially in the fight for justice and equality (as
mentioned by Martin Luther King Jr.).
3. What advice did the lady give to the boy?
She advised him not to steal and to behave properly.
4. Why did the boy look to the sky and smile?
He was thankful and happy for the kindness shown to him by the lady.
5. Why did the farmers throw wet leaves on fire?
They did this to create smoke and drive the locusts away from their crops.
6. Why did the old man take the steep path?
He took the steep path to avoid being seen and becoming a burden.
7. Why did Harry want to go back to the Earth?
He missed Earth, its beauty, and his memories with family.
Plays :
1. What do you learn about second man?
He is a suspicious and alert person who helps the girl by doubting the first man’s intentions.
2. How did second man accuse first man?
He said he saw a girl in the house, which the first man denied, making him suspicious.
3. How much advanced is the civilization of Kreton than Earth?
Kreton’s civilization is 2000 years ahead of Earth in science and technology.
4. What does Clay want to put an ad in the newspaper?
He wants to find a husband for Miss Julia by placing a matrimonial ad.
5. What is the role of General Powers in the play?
He represents the army and tries to control Kreton, thinking he is a threat to Earth.
6. Why does Kreton visit Earth?
He comes to study humans and enjoy watching wars as a hobby.
7. What circumstances forced the girl to leave her car?
Her car broke down at night during a storm, so she had to leave it.
8. Why can’t she continue her travel in the car?
The car broke down and the weather was bad, so she couldn’t continue traveling.
Poem questions :
1. Why does the poet hope to have a lovely sight after the rain?
Because after rain, the dust settles, and everything looks clean and fresh.
2. Explain the phrase “stuffed man.”
It refers to a person who looks full from the outside but is empty and meaningless inside.
3. Why does the poet call the modern man a hollow man?
Because modern man lacks emotions, values, and spiritual depth.
4. What has made the efforts of Muslims fruitless?
Lack of unity and forgetting the true spirit of Islam.
5. Why does Reader differ from Rider?
The Reader reflects on the poem, while the Rider moves on without understanding.
6. What type of king was Ozymandias?
He was a proud and boastful king who thought his power would last forever.
7. Without whose love is Bullah at a loss?
Without God’s love, Bullah feels lost and empty.
8. What are the things that keep a person alive?
Hope, courage, and struggle keep a person alive.
9. What was written on the pedestal of the statue?
“My name is Ozymandias, King of Kings: Look on my Works, ye Mighty, and despair!”
10. How was the Sindhi woman walking in the bazaar?
She walked gracefully with a heavy load on her head and bare feet.
11. Describe the scene of devastation – A Tale of Two Cities.
It shows the destruction caused by the French Revolution—bloodshed, fear, and social unrest.
