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The Swing — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 4 · English

What The Swing 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 Swing

1

Poem Details

  • The poem is titled The Swing.
  • It is a recitation piece.
  • The poet is Robert Louis Stevenson.
2

Main Idea of the Poem

  • The child feels that swinging is the pleasantest thing a child can do.
  • The poem expresses joy, excitement, and freedom.
  • The swing takes the child high in the air.
3

Important Images in the Poem

  • The child swings up in the air so blue.
  • The child can see wide areas from high up.
  • Rivers, trees, cattle, and the countryside are seen from the swing.
4

Poetic Features

  • The poem has a cheerful rhyme and rhythm.
  • The lines are short and easy to recite.
  • The poem repeats the up-and-down motion of the swing.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The poem The Swing by Robert Louis Stevenson

Poem formSpeakerSwinging motionThings seen from the swingView from aboveFeeling of joyPoetUnit and chapter placement

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Swing for CBSE Class 4 English?
Key topics in The Swing include Poem Details, Main Idea of the Poem, Important Images in the Poem, Poetic Features. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 4 exams.
How should I revise The Swing for Class 4 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 62 practice questions on The Swing. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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