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Story 15

📘 Lesson Title: “The Climb”

Level: Expert

VOCABULARIES

  1. Unyielding – (uhn-YEEL-ding) /ʌnˈjiːldɪŋ/
    (adjective) – not giving up or changing
    Synonyms: firm, determined, resolute
    Sentence: Her unyielding spirit kept her going despite constant setbacks.

  2. Aspire – (uh-SPY-ur) /əˈspaɪə/
    (verb) – to aim or strive for something great
    Synonyms: pursue, desire, aim
    Sentence: He aspires to become a renowned architect someday.

  3. Daunting – (DAWN-ting) /ˈdɔːntɪŋ/
    (adjective) – intimidating or overwhelming
    Synonyms: challenging, discouraging, overwhelming
    Sentence: Climbing the mountain seemed daunting at first.

  4. Grit – (grit) /ɡrɪt/
    (noun) – courage and resolve; strength of character
    Synonyms: determination, perseverance, toughness
    Sentence: It takes grit to keep going when everyone else gives up.

  5. Milestone – (MILE-stone) /ˈmaɪlstəʊn/
    (noun) – an important achievement or stage
    Synonyms: landmark, achievement, turning point
    Sentence: Publishing her first book was a major milestone in her career.


IDIOMS

  1. Climb the ladder – (advance in a career or status)
    Synonyms: move up, rise, progress
    Sentence: He’s determined to climb the ladder in his field.

  2. Burn the midnight oil – (work late into the night)
    Synonyms: overwork, stay up late, hustle
    Sentence: She burned the midnight oil to finish the project.

  3. Go the extra mile – (do more than what is required)
    Synonyms: exceed expectations, put in extra effort
    Sentence: He always goes the extra mile for his clients.


TONGUE TWISTER

Instruction: Read the tongue twister 3 times as fast and clearly as you can.


“Gary’s gritty goals grew greater with each giant gain.”


STORY: The Climb

Anya grew up in a small town with limited opportunities, but she aspired to be a surgeon. Her path was anything but easy. The entrance exam was daunting, the tuition steep, and the pressure intense. Still, her unyielding determination and grit kept her moving.

She burned the midnight oil, studied relentlessly, and worked part-time to support herself. Each semester passed, marking another milestone. Her dream was slowly taking shape.

Now, as a resident doctor, she continues to climb the ladder, reminding others that success doesn’t happen overnight. It’s built with grit, goals, and an unshakable will to rise.


KNOWLEDGE CHECK

  1. What word describes someone who doesn’t give up?

  2. What was Anya’s goal?

  3. Which idiom shows she worked late into the night?

  4. What helped her reach her milestones?

  5. What does “climb the ladder” mean in this context?


DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

  1. What’s the biggest milestone you’ve achieved so far?

  2. How do you stay motivated when goals feel far away?

  3. Do you believe ambition is more important than talent? Why or why not?

  4. Have you ever felt like giving up? What helped you continue?

  5. Who inspires you to go the extra mile?


SPEAK UP

Instruction: Share your opinions about the following moral lessons.

  1. Determination is stronger than circumstance.

  2. Success is made up of small, steady steps.

  3. Grit is the quiet power behind big dreams.

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