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ICSE · Class 7 · English Literature : Book 'Gulmohar'

What The Fight covers in ICSE Class 7 English Literature : Book 'Gulmohar': 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 7 English Literature : Book 'Gulmohar' · 2026-27

Topics in The Fight

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1. Author and Setting

  • Piri Thomas is a Puerto Rican-Cuban writer and poet.
  • His writing is set in New York City neighbourhoods heavily populated by Puerto Ricans and African Americans.
  • The fight takes place in Tompkins Square Park.
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2. Main Characters

  • Antonio Cruz and Felix Vargas are seventeen-year-old childhood friends.
  • Both are aspiring lightweight boxing champions.
  • Antonio weighs 133 pounds.
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3. The Central Conflict

  • Antonio and Felix are informed that they will fight each other in the division finals two weeks away.
  • The winner will represent the Boys' Club in the Golden Gloves Championship Tournament.
  • There are no draws allowed in the elimination matches.
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4. Friendship and Conversation Before the Fight

  • Antonio and Felix meet for their daily workout one morning before the match.
  • They do not want to act as if nothing unusual is happening.
  • Felix begins the serious conversation by stopping for a while.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Friendship, competition, and sportsmanship in a boxing match

Piri ThomasAntonio CruzFelix VargasFriendshipCompetitionSportsmanshipTompkins Square ParkLocal junior high school

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Fight for ICSE Class 7 English Literature : Book 'Gulmohar'?
Key topics in The Fight include Author and Setting, Main Characters, The Central Conflict, Friendship and Conversation Before the Fight. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 7 exams.
How should I revise The Fight for Class 7 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on The Fight. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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