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 The Necklace By- Guy De Maupassant      Introduction to the lesson The story revolves around a selfish lady named Matilda. She is unsatisfied with her life as she wants a rich husband but because she belongs to a family of clerks and her family is unable to give dowry she is married to a clerk. One day, both the husband and wife are invited to a party at the minister’s house. But Matilda does not have good clothes and jewels to wear at such a party. Her husband suggests her to buy a dress and ask an old friend for jewellery. She then borrows a necklace from her friend and goes to the party. What happens next proves to be a lesson for the unhappy lady.   About the Characters ·          Matilda Loisel  She is a pretty young woman who is married to a i clerk. She is dissatisfied with what she has. She is always lost in her dreams of wealth and pleasure. ·          M Loisel  He is the husband of Matilda and is an ordinary clerk. He lives within his means. He always tries to please his

chapter 6 - The Making of a scientist By- Robert W. Peterson   Chapter Sketch The story The Making of a Scientist’ is written by Robert W Peterson. It is about the great scientist Richard H Ebright. He had a habit of collecting butterflies, rock fossils and coins since he was a kid. He started scientific research on the study of butterflies. His curiosity and a will to win for the right reasons made him successful. About the Characters ·          Richard H Ebright-  He is a brilliant scientist. He is noted for’ his work on cell and reading of  DNA. Richard’s Mother  She is an encouraging mother who supported Richard in every way. ·          Dr. Frederick A. Urquhart-  He is a prominent scientist. He did his research on monarch butterflies. He provided valuable guidance to Richard for his projects. ·          Richard A. Weiherer  -He is Richard’s social studies teacher. He helped Richard become a good debater and a public speaker. ·          James R. Wong  -He.is a fellow sch

Class 10 English Chapter 5 - Footprints without Feet By H.G. Wells     Introduction to the lesson Can a man become invisible? This is a story of a scientist who discovers how to make himself invisible. Does he use, or misuse, his discovery? The story is about a scientist named Griffin. He discovers the rare chemicals which can make a man invisible but at the same time, the man can be touched and felt physically. Let's read and find out how he uses or misuses his powers for his own.   Chapter Sketch This story is about a scientist who discovers how to make himself invisible. As he was afraid of being discovered in London, where he had committed some crimes, he runs away to a remote village. However, he runs out of money and resorts to robbery, using his advantage of invisibility About the Characters ·          “ Griffin ” He is the eccentric scientist who makes himself invisible. He does not hesitate to resort to criminal activities to remain a mystery. ·          “ Mrs Hall