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My Brother’s Great Invention — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 7 · English

What My Brother’s Great Invention covers in CBSE Class 7 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 7 English syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 7 English · 2026-27

Topics in My Brother’s Great Invention

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1. Main Characters

  • Anita is the narrator. She is fourteen years old and is Anand’s elder sister.
  • Anand is Anita’s younger brother, one year younger than her.
  • Anand thinks of himself as a scientist and loves tinkering with electrical gadgets, tools, dynamos, and planks of wood.
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2. Plot in Order

  • Anand makes a burglar alarm because there have been many thefts in the colony.
  • The alarm works when the door is opened gently, so Papa, who always opens the door softly, gets soaked.
  • After watching Back to the Future, Anand decides to build a time machine.
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3. Anand’s Character and Imagination

  • Anand is highly imaginative and full of ideas.
  • He is confident about his inventions and believes they are clever.
  • He enjoys using technical words like blueprint, which makes him feel professional.
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4. Themes and Ideas

  • Curiosity and invention are important themes in the story.
  • The story shows how creativity can be exciting and funny.
  • Safety is another important idea because Anand’s inventions can create danger.

Key Concepts

Central concept: My Brother’s Great Invention

Anita the narratorAnand the inventorBurglar alarmTime machinePapaMaBoppaNeighbours helping

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in My Brother’s Great Invention for CBSE Class 7 English?
Key topics in My Brother’s Great Invention include Main Characters, Plot in Order, Anand’s Character and Imagination, Themes and Ideas. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 7 exams.
How should I revise My Brother’s Great Invention for Class 7 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 64 practice questions on My Brother’s Great Invention. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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