The Clever Cat

The Clever Cat

Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived a clever cat. This cat was known throughout the village for its intelligence and quick thinking. One day, the village was plagued by a group of mice who were causing chaos and destruction everywhere they went. The villagers were at their wits’ end trying to find a way to get rid of the mice.
The clever cat saw an opportunity to help the villagers and offered to catch the mice for them. The villagers were skeptical at first, but the cat assured them that it knew exactly how to catch the mice. The cat asked the villagers to provide it with a large pot, some flour, and a piece of cheese.
The cat then filled the pot with flour and placed the cheese on top. It then hid behind the pot and waited for the mice to come. Sure enough, the mice soon came and began to nibble on the cheese. As they did, they accidentally knocked over the pot, covering themselves in flour.
The clever cat then pounced on the mice, easily catching them as they struggled to move in the heavy flour. The villagers were amazed at the cat’s intelligence and thanked it for ridding them of the mice.
From that day on, the clever cat was hailed as a hero in the village. It continued to use its intelligence to help the villagers and became a beloved member of the community. And whenever the villagers faced a problem, they knew they could count on the clever cat to come up with a solution.

Moral

1. Intelligence can help you overcome obstacles and achieve your goals.
2. Being resourceful and adaptable can help you navigate difficult situations.
3. It’s important to be cautious and observant of your surroundings.
4. Sometimes, it’s better to use your wit and cunning instead of brute force.
5. Don’t underestimate the power of knowledge and education.

Origin of the Story: Nigeria