A Modern Tale of Two Friends

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Historia

In a busy city called Riverbridge, two friends lived very different lives. Oliver worked as a carpenter, building furniture for the people in the town. His hands were strong, and he loved making things that others could use. Across the river, his best friend, Henry, worked as a merchant, selling spices and tea that came from faraway lands. Though they were very different, the two friends had grown up together and shared a deep bond.

One evening, as the sun set over the city, Henry visited Oliver in his small workshop. "Oliver," he said, "I have exciting news! I have been invited to a grand event at the mayor's house. Important merchants and leaders will be there. It could help my business grow." Oliver smiled and said, "That’s wonderful, Henry! You must go and make the most of it."

Henry paused, looking at his friend. "There’s just one problem," he said. "The mayor’s event requires everyone to bring a gift. I sell spices, but I don’t have anything special enough for this occasion."

Oliver thought for a moment. He walked to a corner of his workshop, where a piece of rare wood lay. "I’ve been saving this wood for something special," Oliver said. "Let me make a gift for you."

Over the next few days, Oliver worked tirelessly. He carved the wood into a beautiful box with delicate patterns of flowers and leaves. Inside the box, he added a hidden compartment, which could hold something precious. When the box was finished, Henry was amazed. "Oliver, this is the most beautiful thing I’ve ever seen. Thank you!"

The day of the event arrived, and Henry brought the box as his gift. The mayor and his guests were impressed by the craftsmanship. "This is a work of art," the mayor said. "Who made this?" Henry proudly told them about Oliver, the carpenter.

The next morning, a messenger from the mayor knocked on Oliver’s door. "The mayor wishes to meet you," the messenger said. Oliver was surprised but agreed to go. At the mayor’s house, Oliver was welcomed warmly. The mayor said, "Your work is extraordinary. I would like you to create furniture for my home."

Oliver began working on a grand table for the mayor. He poured all his skill into it, and when it was finished, the mayor was so pleased that he recommended Oliver to others in the city. Soon, Oliver’s small workshop became very busy, and his name became well-known.

Meanwhile, Henry’s business also improved. The event had introduced him to new contacts, and his spice trade grew. He often visited Oliver, bringing him rare spices and tea to show his gratitude.

But their friendship was tested one winter. A terrible storm hit Riverbridge, and the river flooded the city. Oliver’s workshop was damaged, and many of Henry’s goods were lost. Both friends felt despair, but they decided to work together to recover.

Henry helped Oliver rebuild his workshop, using his contacts to gather materials. Oliver, in return, made small wooden boxes for Henry to sell, which became very popular. The flood brought challenges, but it also reminded them of the strength of their friendship.

Years later, Oliver and Henry sat by the river, watching the sunset. "Do you remember when you made that first box for me?" Henry asked. Oliver laughed and said, "I didn’t know it would change both our lives."

Their story became a legend in Riverbridge, a tale of friendship, generosity, and resilience. The people of the city often spoke of the carpenter and the merchant who showed that true success comes not from wealth, but from helping each other.

Preguntas

1. What quality did Oliver show by making the box for Henry?

 Ambition

 Generosity

 Pride

 Patience

2. What was Oliver’s profession?

 A baker

 A carpenter

 A blacksmith

 A fisherman

3. What product did Oliver create to help Henry’s business?

 Wooden spoons

 Small wooden boxes

 Wooden bowls

 Carved frames

4. How did the mayor react to the wooden box?

 He thought it was too simple

 He wanted to buy it

 He ignored it

 He was impressed by its craftsmanship

5. What inspired the people of Riverbridge about Oliver and Henry?

 Their wealth

 Their competition

 Their friendship and resilience

 Their ability to recover quickly

6. What did Henry often bring to Oliver as gratitude?

 Wooden tools

 Money

 Rare spices and tea

 Books

7. What was the final reflection of Oliver and Henry by the river?

 They should expand their businesses

 Their journey began with the wooden box

 They wished they lived elsewhere

 The mayor was their biggest supporter

8. What made the wooden box special for the mayor’s event?

 Its large size

 Its rare wood

 Its use of bright colors

 Its metal decorations

9. What did Henry sell as a merchant?

 Furniture

 Jewelry

 Spices and tea

 Clothes

10. What feature did the wooden box have?

 A lock and key

 A glass lid

 A secret compartment

 Engraved initials

11. What event changed both Oliver and Henry’s lives significantly?

 The mayor’s invitation

 A new law in the city

 A disagreement

 The flood

12. How did the flood strengthen their friendship?

 By forcing them to compete

 By giving them time to reflect

 By introducing them to new people

 By teaching them teamwork

13. What did Henry realize after the flood?

 His goods were too fragile

 Floods are unpredictable

 He should change his business

 Helping Oliver was more important

14. What did Oliver’s craftsmanship represent to the villagers?

 A forgotten trade

 Artistic skill

 A way to make money

 A way to compete with Henry

15. What lesson did the people of Riverbridge learn from Oliver and Henry’s story?

 Success comes from competition

 Wealth is the most important goal

 True success comes from helping each other

 Friendship cannot survive challenges

16. How did the mayor’s recommendation impact Oliver?

 It introduced him to spice trading

 It helped him leave Riverbridge

 It ruined his reputation

 It made his workshop very busy

17. What did Oliver make for Henry to bring to the mayor’s event?

 A small table

 A carved statue

 A spice rack

 A beautiful wooden box

18. Why did Henry visit Oliver’s workshop one evening?

 To fix his chair

 To share news about the mayor’s event

 To buy a wooden box

 To borrow tools

19. What did Oliver and Henry do after the flood to recover?

 They moved to a new city

 They worked together to rebuild

 They opened separate businesses

 They sold their possessions

20. What role did the mayor play in the friends’ success?

 He caused challenges

 He provided key opportunities

 He ignored them

 He acted as their mentor

21. What did the friendship between Oliver and Henry symbolize for the town?

 The strength of isolation

 The value of mutual support

 The power of wealth

 The need for competition

22. What did the mayor ask Oliver to create for him?

 A new door for the town hall

 Furniture for his home

 A wooden statue

 A collection of wooden boxes

23. How did the storm affect Oliver and Henry?

 It left their businesses unaffected

 It destroyed Oliver’s house and Henry’s shop

 It helped them discover a new skill

 It caused them to argue

24. What became a symbol of Oliver and Henry’s friendship?

 The wooden box

 The spices

 The mayor’s house

 The river

25. What did Henry do to help Oliver after the storm?

 He helped rebuild the workshop

 He introduced him to new clients

 He gave him money

 He shared his spices

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