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Sam and the Secret Call

ICSE · Class 5 · English Literature

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Key Topics to Revise

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Summary and Key Events

  • Sam visits the island every summer with his family and stays in a small house near the sea.
  • Dominic, the waiter, tells Sam about his cousin Armando who can call dolphins with a secret whistle.
  • Armando takes Sam out to sea and teaches him the dolphin call using his thumbs and lips.
2

Characters and Their Roles

  • Sam: The main character; curious, brave, and kind. Learns the whistle and uses it to save Armando.
  • Armando: A boatman who knows the dolphins. He teaches Sam the secret call and trusts him.
  • Dolphins: Intelligent animals who respond to the whistle. They help in the storm and show loyalty.
3

Themes and Messages

  • Friendship between humans and animals — shown through Sam and the dolphins.
  • Bravery in difficult times — Sam stays calm and uses what he learned.
  • Responsibility — Sam promises not to share the whistle and uses it wisely.

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Dolphins use sounds like whistlesWhen Armando gets hurt inSam and Armando both formSam promises not to tell anyone

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