The Hungry Lion
Collins Japhet Osei

Once upon a time, a hungry lion lived in a forest.
Every day, he hunted many animals. The animals were afraid.

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One day,the animals met and came up with a plan.
They agreed to send one animal each day to the lion.

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Antelope was the first to be sent to the lion.

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Deer was the next to be sent to the lion.

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It was the turn of rabbit.
Rabbit delayed in going to the lion on purpose.

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When rabbit reached the lion, he was angry.
"Why are you late?", he roared.
Rabbit replied, "Another lion stopped me on the way. He said he is the king of the forest."

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The became more angry. "Take me to him?" he said.
Rabbit led lion to a deep well.

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Lion looked inside the well and saw his reflection.
Thinking it was another lion, he jumped into the well and never came out.

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Rabbit went back to break the news to the other animals.
They were all excited and felt safe in the forest.

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The Hungry Lion
Author - Collins Japhet Osei
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Language - English
Level - First paragraphs