The theme of the fable "The Fox and the Stork" highlights the importance of empathy and fairness in relationships. The Fox's unkind trick on the Stork is reciprocated, illustrating that actions have consequences and emphasizing the idea that one should treat others as they wish to be treated. This theme connects to the universal principle of reciprocity, suggesting that mutual respect fosters positive interactions, while deceit can lead to isolation and conflict.
Read the fable The Fox and the Stork by Aesop to complete the activity.
At one time the Fox and the Stork were on visiting terms and seemed very good friends. So the Fox invited the Stork to dinner, and for a joke put nothing before her but some soup in a very shallow dish. This the Fox could easily lap up, but the Stork could only wet the end of her long bill in it and left the meal as hungry as when she began. "I am sorry," said the Fox, "the soup is not to your liking." "Pray do not apologize," said the Stork. "I hope you will return this visit and come and dine with me soon." So a day was appointed when the Fox should visit the Stork; but when they were seated at table all that was for their dinner was contained in a very long-necked jar with a narrow mouth, in which the Fox could not insert his snout, so all he could manage to do was to lick the outside of the jar.
Write a paragraph identifying and explaining the theme present in this passage and how it relates to any universal themes. in 3 short sentences
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