The theme of the story of the Ugly Duckling might be

Responses
A Never talk ugly to your elders.Never talk ugly to your elders.
B Don't judge a book by its cover.Don't judge a book by its cover.
C Be aware of your surroundings.

1 answer

B Don't judge a book by its cover.

The story of the Ugly Duckling conveys the message that appearances can be deceiving and that true beauty and worth may not be immediately visible.