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The Little Girl — Syllabus

NIOS · Class 10 · English

What The Little Girl covers in NIOS Class 10 English: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the NIOS Class 10 English syllabus.

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An illustration contrasting Kezia's fearful and distant relationship with her father with the warm, playful, and affectionate relationship of the MacDonald family next door. Kezia is shown timidly obs
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4 Topics · NIOS Class 10 English · 2026-27

Topics in The Little Girl

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1. Plot and Central Idea

  • Kezia is frightened of her father and feels relieved when he leaves for work.
  • Her father speaks in a strict and commanding way and expects obedience.
  • Kezia stutters only in front of her father, not with other people.
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2. Characters and Their Roles

  • Kezia is sensitive, shy, and afraid of her father. She wants love and understanding.
  • Father is strict, gives orders, and expects discipline. He also works hard and later shows tenderness.
  • Mother is passive in the family situation and mainly serves the father's needs.
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3. Major Themes

  • Parent-child relationship is the central theme.
  • Fear can grow when communication is weak.
  • Strictness without warmth can create distance between parents and children.
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4. Important Events in Order

  • Father comes home and gives instructions.
  • Kezia feels afraid and responds with hesitation and stutter.
  • Grandmother suggests making a pin-cushion for father's birthday.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Parent-child relationship in Kezia's life and her change in understanding of her father

KeziaFatherMotherGrandmotherAliceThe MacDonaldsFear and communication gapPin-cushion incident

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The Little Girl for NIOS Class 10 English?
Key topics in The Little Girl include Plot and Central Idea, Characters and Their Roles, Major Themes, Important Events in Order. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise The Little Girl for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on The Little Girl. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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