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The Day the River Spoke

CBSE · Class 7 · English

Complete topic list for The Day the River Spoke in CBSE Class 7 English. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 7 English

Topics in The Day the River Spoke

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1. Main Characters and Their Roles

  • Jahnavi is the main character. She is a bright young girl who lives with her parents and three brothers in a coastal village in India.
  • She dreams of going to school and learning to read, write, and do sums.
  • The River speaks to Jahnavi in a sleepy, murmuring voice and encourages her to be brave.
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2. Jahnavi’s Dream, Fear, and Curiosity

  • Jahnavi wants to go to school like Ettan and Meena.
  • She feels scared because she thinks she is too old and the school may not accept her.
  • She also feels worried that people may chase her away.
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3. The River’s Role in the Story

  • The River speaks like a friend and reassures Jahnavi.
  • It tells her not to cry and not to be scared.
  • It reminds her that she visits the river often.
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4. Jahnavi Goes to School Secretly

  • Jahnavi gathers courage and goes to the school the next day.
  • She reaches the school panting and out of breath.
  • She stands by the door and listens while the teacher reads a lesson about a prince called Ašhoka, who became a great king.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Jahnavi's dream of going to school and the river's support

JahnaviThe RiverSchoolingFamilyCuriosity and questionsBravery and self-beliefTeacher's roleTheme of education for girls

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