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Games at Twilight — Revision Notes
ICSE · Class 12 · English- Short Stories : Perspectives and Reflections
Games at Twilight revision notes for ICSE Class 12 English- Short Stories : Perspectives and Reflections: 4 topics in quick points.
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Key Topics to Revise
1
Author and Story Overview
- Anita Desai was born on 24 June 1937 in Mussoorie to a Bengali father and a German mother.
- She is a short story writer and novelist known for exploring inner lives, identity, and human emotions.
- Games at Twilight is a short story by Anita Desai.
2
Main Characters
- Ravi is the protagonist of the story.
- Ravi is a small younger child among the cousins and siblings.
- Ravi hides inside a locked, dark shed next to the garage, accessible through a gap made by rusty hinges.
3
Plot in Brief
- The children beg their mother to let them go out to play despite the heat.
- The mother finally allows them into the veranda and porch area.
- The children decide to play hide-and-seek.
4
Themes and Central Ideas
- Childhood in the story is active, impulsive, and emotionally intense.
- Identity is tied to recognition by others.
- Isolation appears when Ravi is cut off inside the shed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in Games at Twilight for ICSE Class 12 English- Short Stories : Perspectives and Reflections?
Key topics in Games at Twilight include Author and Story Overview, Main Characters, Plot in Brief, Themes and Central Ideas. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
How should I revise Games at Twilight for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Games at Twilight. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
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