Lily the Strong Stomach

Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived a kind-hearted young girl named Lily. She was loved by everyone in the village, except for one person – the vile and greedy Mayor Johnson. Lily couldn’t stomach his dishonesty and selfish acts.

One day, the mayor announced that he had a proposition that required someone with a strong stomach. He claimed that deep within the forest, a treasure was hidden, guarded by a fearsome dragon. The treasure was said to be immense, but nobody in the village had the courage to face the dragon.

Lily, known for her bravery, was intrigued by the challenge. She knew she hadn’t got the stomach for dishonesty, but she did have the stomach for a thrilling adventure. Determined to prove the mayor wrong, she decided to take up the challenge.

As Lily ventured into the dense forest, gh. She could feel her heart racing, and butterflies began to flutter in her stomach. But she reminded herself of her purpose: to show the villagers that honesty and bravery triumph over greed and deceit.

After hours of searching, Lily stumbled upon a cave hidden beneath a waterfall. The sound of growls echoed, making her stomach turn with anxiety. But she didn’t go back down. She used her wit to trick the dragon into handing over the treasure.

Emerging victorious from the cave, a cheering crowd greeted Lily upon her return. The villagers celebrated her bravery, and even the mayor couldn’t deny her accomplishment. He realized that Lily indeed had a strong stomach – not just physically, but figuratively as well – the stomach to challenge the corrupt and inspire change.

Questions on the story:

1.What was Lily’s purpose for taking up the challenge?

2.What helped Lily cope with her trials?

3.Who was guarding the treasure in the forest?

4.What did Lili feel when she ventured into the dense forest?

5.Why were villagers inspired by Lily?

6. The main character is a girl,not a strong warrior. Was it done for contrast or did it happen by accident?

7. What qualities did Lily possess that helped her succeed in her adventure?

Complete the following sentences with the correct idiom from the list:

can’t stomach someone/something

haven’t got the stomach for something

turn one’s stomach

have butterflies in one’s stomach

to have a strong stomach

 1. Jenna _________________ her coworker after he spread false rumors about her.

 2. David decided to quit his job as a nurse because he ___________________ the sight of blood.

 3. Sarah always feels_________________ before a big presentation.

4.Mark, a veterinarian, ______________________as he deals with animal surgeries and sometimes has to face unpleasant smells and sight.

5. The news about the animal cruelty __________________ me; it’s so heartbreaking.