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A Rupee Goes a Long Way — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 5 · English Literature

What A Rupee Goes a Long Way covers in ICSE Class 5 English Literature: 3 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Topics include Summary of the Story, Themes.

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3 Topics · ICSE Class 5 English Literature · 2026-27

Topics in A Rupee Goes a Long Way

1

Summary of the Story

  • Ranji has an old one-rupee coin that the sweet shopkeeper refuses to accept.
  • He exchanges the coin with his friend Mohinder for a fishing rod.
  • At the river, Ranji finds no fish because the water is too shallow.
2

Themes and Moral

  • The value of things depends on what people need or like.
  • Smart thinking can solve problems even with limited resources.
  • Barter can be useful when money is not accepted.
3

Characters and Their Actions

  • Ranji: Main character, clever, uses exchanges to achieve his goal.
  • Mohinder: Ranji’s friend, sells the fishing rod for the old coin.
  • Flute Player Boy: Exchanges flute for the fishing rod.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Value and Exchange

Barter SystemOne-Rupee CoinTrading and Barter in StoryPerceived ValueCharacter MotivationsMoral and Life Skills

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in A Rupee Goes a Long Way for ICSE Class 5 English Literature?
Key topics in A Rupee Goes a Long Way include Summary of the Story, Themes and Moral, Characters and Their Actions. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 5 exams.
How should I revise A Rupee Goes a Long Way for Class 5 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on A Rupee Goes a Long Way. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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