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Flash Cards: The Day the River Spoke

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The Day the River Spoke - Flash Cards

These flash cards cover important concepts from The Day the River Spoke in Poorvi for Class 7 (English).

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Who is Jahnavi?

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Jahnavi is a bright young girl who lives with her family in a coastal village and dreams of going to school.

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What stands in the way of Jahnavi's dream?

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Jahnavi faces restrictions from her family who believe she is too young to go to school.

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What does the River represent?

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The River symbolizes guidance and support for Jahnavi in pursuing her dreams.

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What advice does the River give Jahnavi?

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The River encourages Jahnavi to be brave and sneak into school to listen to the lessons.

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Define 'splashed'.

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'Splashed' means to fall in drops, making a sound, often used to describe water movements.

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Define 'slithered'.

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'Slithered' refers to moving by sliding from side to side, often used to describe how snakes or lizards move.

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What does Jahnavi want to learn?

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Jahnavi wants to learn to read and understand the world around her, including nature and its mysteries.

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What is the significance of the moon's path?

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The River explains that the moon always goes down towards the sea, symbolizing a natural and consistent journey.

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What does 'startled' mean?

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'Startled' means to be surprised or taken aback, often by an unexpected event or sound.

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Explain the concept of dreams as portrayed in the story.

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Dreams represent aspirations or goals that characters try to achieve, like Jahnavi's desire to go to school.

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Explain 'Ettan'.

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'Ettan' means 'Elder brother' in their culture, signifying familial bonds and relationships.

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What does Jahnavi's mother reveal about her own past?

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Jahnavi's mother shares that she also wanted to attend school but was denied the opportunity by her own mother.

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What is the River's perspective on girls and education?

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The River believes that girls should have the same opportunities as boys, encouraging Jahnavi to pursue her dreams.

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What is a catamaran?

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A catamaran is a type of boat that is often used in water travel, mentioned by the River as a means to see ships.

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What common doubt does Jahnavi express?

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Jahnavi doubts her ability to go to school and fears being scared or chased away.

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How does Jahnavi show courage?

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Jahnavi musters courage to go to school despite her fears and the restrictions placed upon her.

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What does 'murmuring' mean?

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'Murmuring' refers to speaking in a low, soft voice, often used to convey comfort or secrecy.

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What lesson does Jahnavi learn at school?

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Jahnavi learns about the story of Prince Ashoka, which inspires her and reinforces her desire to learn.

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Summarize Jahnavi's journey in one sentence.

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Jahnavi's journey reflects her struggle to achieve her dream of education against societal and familial expectations.