Question

31. What is the theme of the following story?

content. An Ant passed by, bearing along with great toil an ear of corn he was taking to the nest.
way?"
In a field one summer's day a Grasshopper was hopping about, chirping and singing to its heart's
"Why not come and chat with me," said the Grasshopper, "instead of toiling and moiling in that
"I am helping to lay up food for the winter," said the Ant, "and recommend you to do the same."
"Why bother about winter?" said the Grasshopper; we have got plenty of food at present." But the
Ant went on its way and continued its toil.
When the winter came the Grasshopper found itself dying of hunger, while it saw the ants
distributing, every day, corn and grain from the stores they had collected in the summer.
Then the Grasshopper knew...
A. It is best to prepare for the days ahead
B. Better late than never
C. It is good to make friends with everyone
D. Never trust the advise of a man in difficulties.

Answer 1

The main story is A.it is best to prepare for days ahead

Step-by-step explanation:

The story illustrates the importance of preparing and working diligently for the future, as represented by the industrious Ant. The Grasshopper, on the other hand, represents a carefree and shortsighted approach, failing to plan for the winter and suffering the consequences. The theme emphasizes the value of foresight and preparation.