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The Unlikely Best Friends

CBSE · Class 6 · English

Summary of The Unlikely Best Friends for CBSE Class 6 English. Key concepts, important points, and chapter overview.

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Overview

Gajaraj, the elephant, lives in the best booth of the royal stables and is looked after well by the king and the mahout. Even with royal comfort, he feels sad because he has no friend to play with. A stray dog enters the stable, and the two become close friends. Their friendship grows through sharin

Key Concepts

Gajaraj lives in comfort

Gajaraj lives in comfort, but he feels sad because he has no friend. The only person he interacts with is the mahout, who looks after him well.

A tired and hungry dog strays

A tired and hungry dog strays into the stable. Gajaraj shares food with him, and the dog accepts it happily.

An elephant and a dog become

An elephant and a dog become close friends even though they are very different. Their bond is surprising but strong.

The farmer identifies the dog as

The farmer identifies the dog as Buntee and takes him home. After this, both Buntee and Gajaraj stop eating because they miss each other.

The farmer notices that Buntee

The farmer notices that Buntee is unhappy without Gajaraj and lets him go back. Buntee runs to the stable, and both friends eat together again.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand how friendship can bring happiness and comfort
  • Identify the main characters and their roles in the story
  • Explain why Gajaraj and Buntee are called unlikely friends
  • Describe the events that show the bond between the elephant and the dog
  • Recognize feelings such as sadness, joy, concern, and relief in the story

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Unlikely Best Friends for CBSE Class 6 English?
The Unlikely Best Friends covers several key topics that are frequently asked in CBSE Class 6 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in The Unlikely Best Friends — CBSE Class 6 English?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 84 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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