UNIT – 2 SUPPLEMENTARY READER
TITLE _ The Story of Mulan
SOURCE _ The Ballad of Mulan
THEME _ Patriotism – love for parents and bravery
CHARACTERS _ Mulan, Father, Emperor
INTRODUCTION
This is a
story of a brave young lady Mulan from china. This is a true history of china; the
lesson is an extract from “The Ballad of Mulan”.
PARAGRAPH
During the
middle great war in china the Emperor orders that one man from each family
should join the army. There was an old carver in the country. The father was
too old and the son was too young. So, the young lady Mulan disguised as a man
and joined the army.
“Look
now I am your son & I’ll do my part for china”- MULAN
She was brave and fought many battles successfully. After
few years she became the general of the army. Her brave heart paved her many victories.
Suddenly strange fever spread in china, many people were affected. Mulan also
fell sick. During the treatment the doctors found her identity. It was a great
shock for everyone.
Most of the
soldiers protested and few praised her bravery. Suddenly a war broke out. Mulan
with her troops fought against the enemies and won. The Emperor was happy and
the whole nation praised her. She was offered the position of advisor but Mulan
wanted to return to her village. The Emperor awarded her with six horses and
six swords. The villagers were very happy that their girl saved the country.
Thus, Mulan is still remembered for her bravery.
MORAL
“Bravery is not a quality of gender but of
the soul”
“Remember
who you are & watch how the Game changes”
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