“No,” said Sir Roland. “Only one came, and soon he went away again.”
Then he told all about the little old woman and the little old man, and the knights still wondered about the star. But the lord of the castle said, “Men make mistakes, but our shields never do. Sir Roland has fought and won the greatest battle of all today.”
—Raymond M. Alden—Adapted.
QUESTIONS
It was much harder for Sir Roland to stay and guard the gate than it would have been for him to go to the fight, wasn’t it?
How many times was he tempted?
What might have happened if he had not guarded the gate?
Which knight gained the greatest victory of all?
Over whom did he gain it?
Can you remember a time when you did the right thing even though you felt very much like doing something else?
MEMORY GEMS
He that ruleth his spirit is better than he that taketh a city.—Bible.
A strong heart may be ruined in fortune, but not in spirit.—Victor Hugo.
Be sure to put your feet in the right place; then stand firm.—Lincoln.
He who cannot control himself cannot control others.