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CBSE · Class 8 · English

40 flashcards for The Magic Brush of Dreams (CBSE Class 8 English) to test yourself on key terms and facts. Sample: "Who is Gopi in the poem?"

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CharactersMagic brush ruleGopi's decisionZamindar's actionsFirst magic actVillagers' reactionHelping othersSpread of news
Card 1Characters

Who is Gopi in the poem?

Answer

Gopi is the young girl protagonist. She first sits drawing pictures in the sand instead of gathering food, then receives a magic brush from a mysterious man, and uses it to help poor and needy village…

Card 2Magic brush rule

What does the mysterious man tell Gopi to do with the magic brush?

Answer

He tells Gopi to use the brush only for the poor, not for the wealthy. This is the main rule connected with the magic brush.

Card 3Gopi's decision

Why does Gopi refuse the Zamindar’s order?

Answer

Gopi refuses because she swore to use the magic brush to help the needy. She does not agree to paint treasures for the Zamindar.

Card 4Zamindar's actions

What does the Zamindar do after Gopi refuses his demand?

Answer

The Zamindar roars, orders his men to seize Gopi and the brush, and throws her into prison. He later keeps demanding that she paint a fortress, gold, rubies, emeralds, and riches for him.

Card 5First magic act

What is the first magical thing Gopi paints for the villagers?

Answer

Gopi paints a bowl of khichdi. After the paint dries, it becomes real and amazes the villagers.

Card 6Villagers' reaction

Why do the villagers come to Gopi’s house?

Answer

They come because they are amazed after hearing that the painted bowl of khichdi has become real. They want to see the magic brush of dreams.

Card 7Helping others

What useful items does Gopi paint for different villagers?

Answer

She paints a muffler for a farmer, a plough for another man, a shawl for a grandmother, and a fan for a girl. These items show that the brush is used to help people directly.

Card 8Spread of news

How does news of the magic brush spread?

Answer

The news spreads far and wide through forests, fields, and plains until the Zamindar hears about it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Magic Brush of Dreams for CBSE Class 8 English?
Key topics in The Magic Brush of Dreams include Poem Overview and Main Events, Character Sketches, Theme, Message, and Tone, Imagery and Literary Devices. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 8 exams.
How many flashcards are available for The Magic Brush of Dreams?
There are 40 flashcards for The Magic Brush of Dreams covering key definitions, facts and ideas. A few sample cards are shown on this page.
How should I revise The Magic Brush of Dreams for Class 8 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 77 practice questions on The Magic Brush of Dreams. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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