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6th English NCERT Chapter 5

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Topics to study from the chapter "A Different Kind of School" along with a 1-2 lined summary for each:

1. Teaching Methods of Miss Beam's School:

– Summary: Miss Beam's teaching methods involve simple tasks like spelling, math, writing, reading, and discussions aimed at teaching thoughtfulness and responsibility.

2. Special Days at the School:

– Summary: Children at the school experience special days like blind, lame, deaf, injured, and dumb days to understand and appreciate misfortune, fostering kindness and empathy.

3. Impact of Special Days on Children:

– Summary: The special days challenge children to empathize with others' difficulties, with some finding the blind day particularly challenging due to the need for willpower.

4. Observations and Lessons Learned:

– Summary: Through observations and interactions, visitors and students at the school gain a deeper understanding of empathy, thoughtfulness, and the importance of experiencing challenges.

These topics cover the key aspects of the chapter "A Different Kind of School" that students should focus on to understand the theme and lessons conveyed.

Why does Miss Beam's school have days where children experience being blind, lame, deaf, injured, and dumb?

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What did the writer find to be the most difficult day for the children in Miss Beam's school?

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What was the real aim of Miss Beam's school according to her explanation to the writer?

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What was the writer's observation about the children at Miss Beam's school before understanding the purpose of their special days?

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Why did Miss Beam implement the system of special days like blind day, lame day, etc., at her school?

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