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Class 10 English (Footprints without Feet) Chapter 1 A Triumph of Surgery
I. Chapter Summary “A Triumph of Surgery” by James Herriot is a humorous and heartwarming short story that revolves around Tricki, an overfed and pampered Pomeranian dog, and his compassionate veterinarian, Dr. Herriot. Tricki’s owner, Mrs. Pumphrey, showers him with rich food...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 9 The Proposal
I. Chapter Summary The Proposal is a one-act comic play written by Anton Chekhov, which humorously explores the theme of marriage as a social and economic arrangement rather than a romantic union. The story centers around Ivan Lomov, a wealthy landowner, who...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 8 The Sermon At Benares
I. Chapter Summary The Sermon at Benares is an excerpt about the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, the founder of Buddhism. The chapter highlights the turning point in Prince Siddhartha’s life—when he saw human suffering in the form of old age,...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 7 Madam Rides the Bus
I. Chapter Summary “Madam Rides the Bus” by Vallikkannan is a touching story of Valli, an eight-year-old girl who is curious, observant, and independent. Living in a village, she is fascinated by the bus journey that passes her house every day. One...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 6 Mijbil the Otter
I. Chapter Summary Mijbil the Otter, written by Gavin Maxwell, is a heartwarming account of the author’s experiences with an otter named Mijbil, whom he brought from Iraq to his home in London. The story begins with the author’s decision to keep...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 5 Glimpses Of India
Chapter Summary Part I: A Baker from Goa This narrative reminisces about the old Portuguese-influenced traditions in Goa, especially the role of the baker or “pader”. The story describes the daily life of the baker, his attire, the delicious bread items he...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 4 From the Diary of Anne Frank
I. Chapter Summary This excerpt is from the famous diary of Anne Frank, a Jewish teenage girl who went into hiding with her family during the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands. The chapter focuses on Anne’s thoughts about friendship, loneliness, self-expression, and...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 3 Two Stories About Flying
I. Chapter Summary (Part I) This is the story of a young seagull who is afraid to fly. Despite seeing his siblings fly confidently, he hesitates due to fear of falling. His parents try to encourage him, but he resists. Finally, his...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 2 Nelson Mandela Long Walk to Freedom
I. Chapter Summary This chapter is an extract from Nelson Mandela’s autobiography, Long Walk to Freedom, describing the day of his inauguration as the first Black President of South Africa, after the end of apartheid. Mandela reflects on the historic struggle against...
Class 10 English (First Flight) Chapter 1: A Letter to God
I. Chapter Summary “A Letter to God” by Gregorio López y Fuentes is a poignant story that revolves around Lencho, a poor farmer who depends entirely on his crops for survival. When a hailstorm destroys his only source of income, he writes...