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ICSE · Class 6 · English Literature

25 flashcards for Finding the King (ICSE Class 6 English Literature) to test yourself on key terms and facts. Sample: "Who was King Uther Pendragon?"

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Characters and BackgroundPlot DevelopmentCharacters and MotivationCharacters and RolesKey EventsCharacter MotivationCharacter Insight
Card 1Characters and Background

Who was King Uther Pendragon?

Answer

King Uther Pendragon was the king of Britain who died without anyone knowing he had a son. His death led to a dispute among knights about who should become the next king.

Card 2Plot Development

Why was there a dispute after King Uther’s death?

Answer

There was a dispute because no one knew that King Uther had a son named Arthur. Since the people didn’t know about Arthur, many knights wanted to become king themselves.

Card 3Characters and Motivation

Who was Arthur, and why was he hidden?

Answer

Arthur was the secret son of King Uther Pendragon. He was hidden to protect him from enemies who might harm him to take the throne. The magician Merlin took him to Sir Ector to be raised safely.

Card 4Characters and Roles

What role did Merlin play in Arthur’s life?

Answer

Merlin was a wise magician who protected Arthur. He took baby Arthur to Sir Ector to raise him safely and later revealed Arthur’s true identity when the time came.

Card 5Key Events

What did the inscription on the sword say?

Answer

The inscription on the sword said: 'Whosoever pulleth this sword out of this stone is the rightful king of England.'…

Card 6Plot Development

What happened when knights tried to pull the sword from the stone?

Answer

Many knights tried to pull the sword from the stone, but none could move it. This showed that none of them were the true king chosen by fate.

Card 7Character Motivation

Why did Arthur go to the churchyard?

Answer

Arthur went to the churchyard to get a sword for Sir Kay, who had forgotten his sword at the castle. He needed a sword quickly for the tournament.

Card 8Character Insight

Did Arthur know the importance of the sword when he pulled it?

Answer

No, Arthur did not know the importance of the sword. He only wanted to help Sir Kay and thought the sword was just another weapon he could use.

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What are the important topics in Finding the King for ICSE Class 6 English Literature?
Key topics in Finding the King include Summary and Key Events, Characters and Their Roles, Themes and Moral Values. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
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There are 25 flashcards for Finding the King covering key definitions, facts and ideas. A few sample cards are shown on this page.
How should I revise Finding the King for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 50 practice questions on Finding the King. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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