幼儿英语故事：一个国王的诞生.docVIP

The Birth of a KingA long time ago, there lived a young boy. His name was Arthur.Arthur lived in a small village in England with his uncle, aunt, and cousin Kay.Arthur had many chores and duties around the house.But in his heart he want to become a knight.One day, Arthur went to the market with his aunt.Suddenly,a soldier on his horse rode through the middle of the road.He was shouting something.The King is dead! King Uther is dead! shouted the soldier.Everyone stopped. Some people began to cry.Others began to pray. The King of England was dead.Who would be their ruler now?During this time lived a magician by the name of Merlin.Merlin gathered the people together in front of a stone.He said, The man that pulls this sword out of the stone will become the next King of England.Many men tried and tried but did not succeed.Only the one who was to be king would be able to pull the sword out.Arthur,said his uncle one evening.My son Kay is going to be a great Knight.A great knight needs a sword.Tomorrow you will go and find a sword for Kay.Arthur set out early the next moring.He did not know where to find a sword for his cousin.Arthur walked and walked for a long time.Suddenly, he stopped.Arthur could not believe his eyes.A sword in a stone!Arthur walked closer to the sword.It was a magnificent sword!His uncle would be very happy.Arthur did not know he was being watched.Arthur grabbed the handle and pulled.The sword came out easily from the stone.Suddenly Merlin appeared before Arthur.Your Majesty,said Merlin as he got down on his knee and bowed to Arthur.Arthur was scared. He did not know who the old man was.Wh... who are you? Arthur asked.Merlin got up and walked closer to Arthur.I am Merlin the Magician. You are Arthur, King of England.How did you know my name? What did you call me?Arthur was confused. You are the King of England, my Lord, answered Merlin.Only a true king can pull the sword from the stone.You,Arthur, are actua