Aesop's Fables, Part 176 summary
Part 176 of 284 · 1 min to read the part
In The Wolf and the Goat, a wolf tries to lure a goat down from a steep rock by promising safer ground and better food. The goat recognizes that his advice serves his appetite, not her welfare, and directly exposes his purpose.
What happens
- A wolf spots a goat eating sparse grass on a steep rock that he cannot reach.
- He urges her to descend, claiming that she faces danger and can find better food below.
- The goat gives him a knowing look and says that he wants to eat her.
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What to notice
The goat strips away the wolf’s claim of helpfulness. Her reply shows that she understands his motive.
Quick check
Why does the wolf urge the goat to come down?
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