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The Old Stag — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 4 · English

What The Old Stag covers in CBSE Class 4 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 4 English syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 4 English · 2026-27

Topics in The Old Stag

1

Story Summary

  • An old stag lived in a lush forest and was known for his kindness.
  • He liked staying on a small hillock with tender grass.
  • The forest had plenty of food, but the stag preferred that hillock.
2

Characters and Their Roles

  • The old stag is kind, gentle, and wise.
  • The deer is the first friend who speaks to the stag.
  • The elephant and giraffe notice the tender grass and eat it.
3

Theme and Message

  • The story teaches kindness, care, and self-control.
  • It shows that greed can make people forget their duty to others.
  • It teaches that nature has enough for everyone if resources are used wisely.
4

Important Quotations

  • 'Dear stag! How are you?' is spoken by a deer.
  • 'Too weak to come down and meet you all,' is spoken by the stag.
  • 'Get well soon, dear stag!' is spoken by the deer.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The Old Stag

Kind old stagSmall hillockIllness and weaknessFriends visitGreed for grassRealisation and shameHelp and recoveryMoral lesson

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Old Stag for CBSE Class 4 English?
Key topics in The Old Stag include Story Summary, Characters and Their Roles, Theme and Message, Important Quotations. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 4 exams.
How should I revise The Old Stag for Class 4 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 64 practice questions on The Old Stag. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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