CBSE ENGLISH LANGUAGE LITERATURE

CLASS 9

MY CHILDHOOD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the message from this lesson?
A
Mutual trust, peace and harmony are a must for a society to be happy and grow dynamically
B
Live happily
C
Fight for your rights
D
Have fire on your wings
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The theme of “My Childhood” is that our life is shaped by our experiences and the people around us. Kalam’s secure childhood, inspiring parents, supportive friends and honest teachers instilled great values in him that gave him ‘wings of fire’.

Detailed explanation-2: -Answer: “My Childhood” gives the message that tolerance, acceptance, broadmindedness and brotherhood are essential for an all-round growth. In order to reform social systems that are infected by prejudices of caste and status, one must be ready to confront obstacles without losing one’s cool.

Detailed explanation-3: -Explanation: The story ‘My childhood’ gives the message that one should follow the religion of humanity in more ways than one. Kalam tells us that his mother fed many people every day irrespective of caste, creed or religion. The religion of humanity teaches us that feeding the hungry and needy is serving God.

Detailed explanation-4: -My Childhood summary revolves around APJ Kalam, who was born into a middle-class Muslim family. Kalam had three brothers and one sister whom he shared and enjoyed his childhood with. His parents were kind-hearted and simple people with great moral values.

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