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The Winner — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 6 · English

What The Winner covers in CBSE Class 6 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 6 English syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 6 English · 2026-27

Topics in The Winner

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1. The Poem 'The Winner'

  • The poem is written by Georgia Heard.
  • It describes children playing ball in the evening next to a creek in their neighbour's field.
  • The children run fast while playing, and the poet shows their energy through short lines.
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2. Riddles About Sports and Activities

  • Riddle 1 describes football or soccer with running, passing, kicking a black and white ball, and scoring a goal.
  • Riddle 2 describes Kabaddi and includes the chant 'Hu-tu-tu'.
  • Riddle 3 describes swimming in water with breath control, arm movement, and leg kicks.
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3. Speaking, Writing, and Discussion Activities

  • The chapter includes Let us read, Let us discuss, Let us speak, Let us write, and Let us explore.
  • The speaking activity asks learners to enact the roles of a parent and a child.
  • There are three speaking situations: coming home late after play, sharing details of games played, and bringing a new friend home after playtime.
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4. Indigenous Games in India

  • India has many indigenous games.
  • Kho-kho is an example of an indigenous game.
  • Indigenous games are native to a region.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The poem The Winner by Georgia Heard and its connected ideas about play, movement, sound, darkness, wellness, and indigenous games

Evening playtimeBall game near the creekSpeed and breathlessnessNight as winnerRiddles on sportsSpeaking activityWriting activityIndigenous games

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Winner for CBSE Class 6 English?
Key topics in The Winner include The Poem 'The Winner', Riddles About Sports and Activities, Speaking, Writing, and Discussion Activities, Indigenous Games in India. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise The Winner for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 69 practice questions on The Winner. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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