Explore the thrilling initiation test at the beginning of the beloved book 'How to Train Your Dragon'! Perfect for young readers eager for adventure.
Once upon a time, in a village full of Vikings, there lived a young boy named Hiccup. Now, Hiccup wasn't like the other Vikings. He was a bit more... how should I say it? Clever and a little less interested in fighting dragons. Instead, he dreamed of beingfriend a dragon! But, before that could happen, he had to pass a very important test called the initiation test.
This initiation test was a big deal in the village! You see, when young Vikings turn a certain age, they have to prove that they can be real dragon trainers. So, in Chapter One of 'How to Train Your Dragon', Hiccup is super nervous because he knows this test is not going to be easy. The moment you hear the word “dragon,” it feels like someone has dropped a thousand butterflies in your stomach, right? Well, Hiccup felt that way too!
The test required the young Vikings to capture a dragon and show that they could train it. Oh boy! That sounds scary, doesn’t it? It’s like trying to hug a cactus instead of a teddy bear! Hiccup's heart was racing as he watched the older Vikings show off their bravery. They looked so cool and fierce, with their big swords, muscles, and dragon-catching nets!
But Hiccup was determined to prove himself. He thought, 'If I want to be a great dragon trainer, I need to think outside the box!' He had lots of clever ideas swirling in his mind like bubbles in a fizzy drink! And although many Vikings just wanted to catch any big, scary dragon, Hiccup knew that he had to use his own special strengths to impress everyone.
So, the initiation test isn’t just about catching a dragon; it’s about being smart and brave in your own unique way. Hiccup showed the reader that even though things seem tough and frightening, you can still shine like a bright star if you believe in yourself and your ideas. And that's just the beginning of our funny and adventurous story with dragons!