General Knowledge Class 1 - Language And-Literature Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 1 - Language And-Literature olympiad preparation
Language and Literature
Welcome to the chapter on Language and Literature for Class 1. In this chapter, you will learn about different languages, famous books, stories, and poems. By the end of this chapter, you will know some interesting facts about language and literature!
Introduction
Language helps us talk, read, and write. Literature means stories, poems, and books that people enjoy reading and listening to.
Different Languages
People around the world speak many languages. Some common languages are:
- English
- Hindi
- Bengali
- Tamil
- Telugu
- Marathi
Famous Stories and Books
Stories and books make reading fun! Some famous storybooks for children are:
- Panchatantra (animal stories)
- Aesop's Fables
- Jataka Tales
- Fairy Tales (like Cinderella, Snow White)
Poems and Rhymes
Poems and rhymes are short and fun to read or sing. Some popular ones are:
- Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
- Jack and Jill
- Humpty Dumpty
Fun Activity: Story Time!
Ask your parents or teacher to read you a story or poem. Try to tell the story in your own words!
Summary
- People speak many languages.
- Literature includes stories, poems, and books.
- Reading stories and poems is fun and helps us learn new words.
Practice Questions
- Name two languages spoken in India.
- What is literature?
- Name a famous storybook for children.
- Write the name of a poem you know.
- Why should we read stories and poems?
Challenge Yourself
- Write a short poem or story about your favorite animal.
- Learn to say "hello" in three different languages.
Did You Know?
- There are more than 7,000 languages spoken in the world!
- Stories have been told for thousands of years, even before books were made.
Glossary
- Language: The words we use to talk, read, and write.
- Literature: Stories, poems, and books.
- Poem: Words written in short lines, often with rhyme.
- Story: A tale about people, animals, or things.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Hindi, English (any two: Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, etc.)
- Literature is stories, poems, and books we read or listen to.
- Panchatantra, Aesop's Fables, Jataka Tales (any one)
- Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star (any poem)
- Because they are fun and help us learn new words.
Read stories and poems every day to make your language strong and your mind creative!