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The Wit that Won Hearts — Syllabus

CBSE · Class 8 · English

What The Wit that Won Hearts covers in CBSE Class 8 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the CBSE Class 8 English syllabus.

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4 Topics · CBSE Class 8 English · 2026-27

Topics in The Wit that Won Hearts

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1. Main Characters and Setting

  • King Krishnadeva Raya ruled the Vijayanagara Empire from 1509 to 1529 CE.
  • He was a wise and powerful monarch, a patron of learning, a warrior, and a poet.
  • His reign is called the Golden Era of the Vijayanagara Empire.
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2. Story of the Quarrel and Resolution

  • The king wrote a poem filled with vague expressions such as sun, moon, stars, and beautiful sky.
  • The poem made no clear sense, so the ministers avoided him.
  • Late in the evening, the king recited the poem to the queen.
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3. Message and Literary Value

  • The chapter shows that wit can solve serious problems peacefully.
  • Humour and intelligence are powerful when used with care.
  • A small misunderstanding can grow into a big conflict.
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4. Narrative Essay: A Lesson in Responsibility

  • A narrative essay is written on a personal or imagined experience.
  • Its structure has an introduction, a body, and a conclusion.
  • The sample essay begins with an engaging morning scene.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Wit and wisdom in the story of Tenali Rama and Krishnadeva Raya

King Krishnadeva RayaQueen ThirumalambalTenali RamakrishnaAshtadiggajasCourt scenePaddy seed strategyYawning analogyTheme of wisdom

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Wit that Won Hearts for CBSE Class 8 English?
Key topics in The Wit that Won Hearts include Main Characters and Setting, Story of the Quarrel and Resolution, Message and Literary Value, Narrative Essay: A Lesson in Responsibility. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 8 exams.
How should I revise The Wit that Won Hearts for Class 8 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 82 practice questions on The Wit that Won Hearts. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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