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The Fox and the Goat

Level A1 · 95 words

The Fox and the Goat

An old stone well stands roadside. A clever fox falls inside. Its stone walls look high. The fox waits inside.

A thirsty goat approaches. The goat asks about water. The fox praises its freshness. He invites the goat down.

The goat ignores all caution. The goat jumps inside. He drinks the cool water.

The fox climbs onto its back. He balances on horn tips. The fox leaps outside.

The goat asks for help. The fox eyes the beard. He values brains above beards. He points outside: “Think!” The fox leaves him below.

Look before you leap.