Chapter 13 of 27
Revision Notes
The Last Stone Mason — Revision Notes
NIOS · Class 10 · English
The Last Stone Mason revision notes for NIOS Class 10 English: 4 topics in quick points. Part of the NIOS Class 10 English syllabus.
44 questions26 flashcards5 concepts
Interactive on Super Tutor
Studying The Last Stone Mason? Get the full interactive chapter.
Quizzes, flashcards, AI doubt-solver and a step-by-step study plan — built for revision notes and more.
Free trial, no card needed.
Super Tutor
Learn better with visuals Super Tutor pairs illustrations like this with notes and quizzes for The Last Stone Mason.
Key Topics to Revise
1
1. Story Overview and Central Theme
- The old man is a stone mason and sculptor who carves statues of gods like Radha and Krishna.
- For him, work is worship and service to God, not only a way to earn money.
- Gopal, his biological son, leaves the family trade because he wants more money.
2
2. Character Sketches
- The old man is committed, patient, and deeply devoted to his art.
- He continues working for days without rest and eventually faints from exhaustion.
- He values tradition and has learnt carving from his father, who learnt it from his father before him.
3
3. Important Events in the Story
- The young man throws down his hammer and chisel and announces he is leaving.
- He says the work has brought them nothing and does not pay enough.
- The old man replies that money is not everything and that work is service to God.
4
4. Grammar: Present Perfect Tense
- Present perfect tense is formed with has/have + past participle.
- Has is used with he, she, and it.
- Have is used with I, you, we, and they.
Get complete notes with diagrams and examples
Full NotesKey Concepts
The old man carves stone statuesGopal leaves the family trade becauseSalimThe old man works continuouslyWhen the old man sees Salim
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important topics in The Last Stone Mason for NIOS Class 10 English?
Key topics in The Last Stone Mason include Story Overview and Central Theme, Character Sketches, Important Events in the Story, Grammar: Present Perfect Tense. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise The Last Stone Mason for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on The Last Stone Mason. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.
Sources & Official References
Content is aligned to the official syllabus. Refer to the board website for the latest curriculum.
More resources for The Last Stone Mason
For serious students
Get the full The Last Stone Mason chapter — start free.
Quizzes, flashcards, an AI doubt solver and a study plan for NIOS Class 10 English. Free to start, no card needed.