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IN

1843…
"The Ugly Duckling" is a
timeless fairy tale by Danish

.
author Hans Christian
Andersen, first published in
1843.”
PLOT
"The Ugly Duckling" tells the story of a young cygnet (a baby swan) who is born into a family of ducks on a farm. From the moment he
hatches, he is ridiculed and mistreated by his duckling siblings and other farmyard animals because he looks different from them and is
considered ugly.

Feeling rejected and alone, the ugly duckling sets out on a journey to find a place where he belongs. Along the way, he faces various challenges
and encounters different animals who continue to mock him. Despite his hardships, the ugly duckling remains hopeful and resilient.

As time passes, the ugly duckling begins to grow and change. Eventually, he matures into a graceful swan, stunning everyone with his beauty
and elegance. He realizes that he was never an ugly duckling but a beautiful swan all along.

In the end, the once-maligned cygnet finds acceptance and happiness among his fellow swans, finally discovering where he truly belongs.
WHAT DO YOU THINK IS THE MESSAGE OF THE STORY??
MESSAGE OF THE STORY
The message of "The Ugly Duckling" is about self-discovery, inner beauty, and acceptance.
Despite facing rejection, the duckling perseveres and eventually realizes his true identity as a
beautiful swan. It teaches us to look beyond appearances, embrace individual differences, and
recognize the value within ourselves and others.
THANK
YOU
MEMBERS:
PILOR, JERINON
QUIBRAL, ANIZA
LUMBAO, ALEXANDRA
BAUTISTA, JOHN

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