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Say the Right Thing — Revision Notes

CBSE · Class 7 · English

Say the Right Thing revision notes for CBSE Class 7 English: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the CBSE Class 7 English syllabus.

76 questions40 flashcards5 concepts

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Key Topics to Revise

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1. Chapter Overview and Main Idea

  • This is a humorous play.
  • The main idea is the importance of saying the right thing at the right time.
  • Mrs. Shaw wants Mary to behave politely with guests.
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2. Characters and Their Roles

  • Mary Shaw is a young girl and Mrs. Shaw’s daughter.
  • Mrs. Shaw is Mary’s mother and wants to impress Mrs. Harding.
  • Mrs. Harding is the wife of Mr. Harding, a wealthy man.
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3. Scene I: Mrs. Shaw’s Advice to Mary

  • Mrs. Shaw tells Mary to put her coat away and keep the room tidy.
  • Mary feels annoyed and says she is not a child.
  • Mrs. Shaw explains that Mrs. Harding and Mrs. Lee are coming.
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4. Scene II: Mary’s Mistakes and the Humour

  • Mary first praises Mrs. Harding’s children, but Mrs. Harding has no children.
  • Mary insults Mr. Best by saying bankers cannot think.
  • Mrs. Lee then says her brother is also a banker with the same daily train routine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Say the Right Thing for CBSE Class 7 English?
Key topics in Say the Right Thing include Chapter Overview and Main Idea, Characters and Their Roles, Scene I: Mrs. Shaw’s Advice to Mary, Scene II: Mary’s Mistakes and the Humour. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 7 exams.
How should I revise Say the Right Thing for Class 7 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 76 practice questions on Say the Right Thing. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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