CBSE Class 7 English – Gopal and the Hilsa Fish

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7th

English

Gopal and the Hilsa Fish

Chapter Overview

Gopal and the Hilsa Fish is a humorous story about Gopal, a witty and clever courtier in the king's court. One day, the king gets annoyed because everyone is talking only about the Hilsa fish, the most popular fish of the season. To test Gopal's intelligence, the king challenges him to buy a Hilsa fish and bring it to the palace without anyone talking about it. Gopal accepts the challenge and uses his humor and cleverness to distract people, ensuring no one mentions the fish. His success amuses the king and proves his intelligence.

Important Keywords

  • Gopal: The witty and intelligent courtier.
  • King: Ruler of the land, annoyed by the talk about Hilsa fish.
  • Hilsa Fish: The most popular fish in the story.
  • Palace Challenge: The king's task for Gopal.
  • Disguise: Gopal’s trick to avoid attention to the fish.
  • Market Scene: Where people were excited about Hilsa fish.
  • Humor and Intelligence: Key themes of the story.
  • King’s Approval: The moment when Gopal proves his intelligence.
  • People's Distraction: How Gopal ensured no one talked about the fish.
  • Lesson: Wit and intelligence can solve any problem.

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Comparison Table

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Quick Revision

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Using Wit to Overcome Challenges

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