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SSAT Elementary Level
Reading

Understanding 'Disheartened'

Medium Vocabulary In Context Determine Word Meaning

In a mystical forest filled with singing streams and towering trees, there lived a wise old owl known for her knowledge. Every night, animals would gather to seek her counsel. One evening, a young rabbit named Theo approached her with a problem. He exclaimed, 'Oh wise owl, I am feeling so disheartened! I have lost my favorite carrot in the thicket, and I fear I will never find it again!' The owl, with her gentle eyes, replied, 'Do not be discouraged, dear Theo. Sometimes, when we feel lost, we must look beyond our own troubles to find the solution.'

Encouraged by the owl's words, Theo decided to ask his friends for help. Just then, a clever fox overheard their conversation and suggested a search party, rallying the other animals. With their combined efforts, they ventured into the thicket and soon found Theo’s lost carrot buried beneath some leaves. The rabbit jumped for joy! He realized that his friends had made a true difference in his search and that asking for help was sometimes the wisest choice.

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