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The people noticed the statue, bare of all the jewels, and pulled it down and threw it
along with the dead swallow. However, those who had received help had love and
gratitude in their hearts for the happy prince and the swallow.

Real happiness is found in making others happy. Nothing is more precious than a heart
that cares for others.
– Adapted from ‘The Happy Prince’ by Oscar Wilde

New Words

Word Meaning

sapphire

ruby

swallow

migrating

square

gathering

gratitude

precious

I Speak

Divide your class into pairs. Sit with your partner and discuss how you can help each
other. Discuss further how you would like to help the people around you. Make a list
and then share it with your class.

Divide your class into groups of four. Discuss the following questions. Then, share your
thoughts with the rest of the class.

• The prince helped other people without being asked to do so. Do you think that
he did the right thing? Give reasons and examples to support your answer.
• Do you think that we should help others without expecting anything in return? Discuss.

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