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Wild Duck — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 6 · English Literature

What Wild Duck covers in ICSE Class 6 English Literature: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 6 English Literature syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 6 English Literature · 2026-27

Topics in Wild Duck

1

Summary and Plot Overview

  • The story begins with a father and son on a boat, waiting to hunt wild ducks.
  • The boy is excited and watches the birds with fascination.
  • The father teaches the boy how to aim and shoot, emphasizing speed and accuracy.
2

Themes and Messages

  • Respect for Nature: The story teaches that animals are not just for hunting but deserve care and protection.
  • Compassion and Empathy: The boy’s decision to save the duck shows kindness and emotional growth.
  • Coming of Age: The boy moves from obeying his father to making his own moral choice.
3

Characters and Their Roles

  • The Boy: Starts as an eager learner but becomes compassionate after seeing the duck’s pain.
  • The Father: Experienced hunter who teaches his son but respects his choices in the end.
  • The Wild Duck: Symbol of nature and innocence; its injury triggers the boy’s transformation.
4

Grammar Focus: Finite and Non-Finite Verbs

  • Finite verbs change with subject (person, number, tense).
  • Non-finite verbs do not change — they include infinitives, gerunds, and participles.
  • Infinitive: 'to + verb' (e.g., to find, to go).

Key Concepts

Central concept: Themes and Character Development in 'Wild Duck'

Father-Son RelationshipTransformation of the BoyNature and Its BeautyMoral LessonsSymbolism in the StoryLiterary Devices

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Wild Duck for ICSE Class 6 English Literature?
Key topics in Wild Duck include Summary and Plot Overview, Themes and Messages, Characters and Their Roles, Grammar Focus: Finite and Non-Finite Verbs. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 6 exams.
How should I revise Wild Duck for Class 6 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 92 practice questions on Wild Duck. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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