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Module 4: It So Happened - Supplementary Reader (Part 1)
The module explores engaging stories that impart moral lessons and shed light on social issues. Key narratives include the whimsical fable of 'How the Camel Got His Hump,' which emphasizes work ethic and responsibility, the harsh realities of child labor illustrated in 'Children at Work,' and the transformative power of love and compassion depicted in 'The Selfish Giant.' Each story encourages readers to reflect on important themes such as cooperation, empathy, and the consequences of one's actions.
Sections
Module 4 introduces engaging stories that explore moral lessons and social issues.
Rudyard Kipling's fable, "How the Camel Got His Hump," tells of a lazy camel who only says "Humph!" when asked to work. Tired of his idleness, other animals complain to the Djinn of All Deserts. As a consequence of his refusal to work for three days, the Djinn magically gives the Camel a hump, allowing him to work for three days without eating and make up for lost time. The story humorously teaches about **work ethic, responsibility, and the consequences of laziness**.
"Children at Work" follows Velu, a runaway boy, and Jaya, a street-smart girl, as they endure **child labor** by sifting through city garbage for survival. The chapter exposes the harsh realities of **poverty**, lack of education, and hazardous conditions, aiming to build **empathy** and encourage **critical thinking** about societal failures. It implicitly highlights causes like poverty and lack of opportunity, and consequences like lost childhoods.
Oscar Wilde's "The Selfish Giant" is an **allegory** about a giant who fences off his beautiful garden from children, causing perpetual winter. His heart melts when he sees a struggling child, prompting him to tear down the wall. As he embraces **generosity and love**, spring returns, symbolizing his **redemption**. The **little boy** acts as a Christ-like figure, guiding the Giant to paradise, illustrating the transformative power of **compassion** over selfishness.
Work ethic and responsibility are essential values highlighted in 'How the Camel Got His Hump.'
Child labor is a serious social issue that robs children of their childhood and opportunities for a better future.
Love and generosity can lead to profound transformations, as demonstrated in 'The Selfish Giant.'
Fable
A short story that typically features animals as characters, conveying a moral lesson.
Child Labor
Employment of children in work that deprives them of their childhood and is harmful to their development.
Allegory
A narrative that uses symbolic figures and actions to convey a deeper moral or political meaning.
Empathy
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another, especially in the context of social issues.
Redemption
The act of being saved from sin or evil, often depicted through acts of love and generosity.
Practice Exercises
Total Questions
3
Estimated Time
6 min
Passing Score
70%
Instructions
- Read each question carefully
- You can use hints if you need help
- Complete all questions before submitting