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The Great Escape — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 3 · English Literature-Book 'Gulmohar'

What The Great Escape covers in ICSE Class 3 English Literature-Book 'Gulmohar': 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 3 English Literature-Book 'Gulmohar' · 2026-27

Topics in The Great Escape

1

Characters and Their Wishes

  • Dorothy wants to go back home to Kansas.
  • The Scarecrow wants a brain so he can be smart.
  • The Tin Woodman wants a heart so he can feel love.
2

Key Events and Problem-Solving

  • The group faces a wide ditch and must cross it.
  • The Lion jumps across with each friend on his back.
  • They face another ditch too wide to jump.
3

Grammar: Adjectives and Comparison

  • Adjectives describe nouns — they tell us about size, shape, color, and quality.
  • Attributive adjectives come before the noun (e.g., 'wide ditch').
  • Predicative adjectives come after the verb (e.g., 'The roar was loud').
4

Story Type and Literary Elements

  • This is a fantasy story with magical elements and imaginary creatures.
  • Examples of fantasy: talking animals, magical lands, creatures like Kalidahs.
  • The story teaches values like bravery, kindness, and teamwork.

Key Concepts

Central concept: The Great Escape

CharactersWishes of CharactersChallenges FacedProblem-SolvingThemesGenre and SettingGrammar FocusVocabulary

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Great Escape for ICSE Class 3 English Literature-Book 'Gulmohar'?
Key topics in The Great Escape include Characters and Their Wishes, Key Events and Problem-Solving, Grammar: Adjectives and Comparison, Story Type and Literary Elements. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 3 exams.
How should I revise The Great Escape for Class 3 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on The Great Escape. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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