General Knowledge Class 4 - Language And-Literature Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 4 - Language And-Literature olympiad preparation
Language and Literature
Welcome to the chapter on Language and Literature for Class 4. In this chapter, you will learn about different languages, famous authors, important books, and interesting facts about literature. By the end of this chapter, you will know more about how language and literature help us communicate and enjoy stories!
Introduction
Language is how we talk, read, and write. Literature is made up of stories, poems, and plays written in different languages. Learning about language and literature helps us understand the world and enjoy reading.
Languages of the World
- There are thousands of languages spoken around the world.
- Some popular languages are English, Hindi, French, Spanish, and Chinese.
- India has many languages like Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, and Marathi.
Famous Authors and Books
- William Shakespeare wrote plays like "Hamlet" and "Romeo and Juliet".
- Ruskin Bond is a famous Indian author for children.
- J.K. Rowling wrote the "Harry Potter" series.
- Rabindranath Tagore wrote poems and stories in Bengali.
Types of Literature
- Stories: Tell us about people, places, and adventures.
- Poems: Use rhythm and rhyme to express feelings.
- Plays: Are written to be performed on stage.
Fun Activity: Book Hunt
Visit your school library or home bookshelf. Find a book by an author you know. Write the name of the book and the author.
Summary
- Language helps us talk and write.
- Literature includes stories, poems, and plays.
- Famous authors write books that people love to read.
Practice Questions
- Name two languages spoken in India.
- Who wrote the "Harry Potter" books?
- What is a poem?
- Name a famous Indian author.
- What is literature?
Challenge Yourself
- Write a short poem about your favorite book.
- List three books you have read and their authors.
Did You Know?
- The oldest written story is called "The Epic of Gilgamesh".
- There are more than 7,000 languages spoken in the world!
Glossary
- Language: The way we speak, read, and write.
- Literature: Stories, poems, and plays written in any language.
- Author: A person who writes books or stories.
- Poem: A piece of writing with rhythm and rhyme.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Hindi, Bengali (any two Indian languages).
- J.K. Rowling.
- A poem is a piece of writing with rhythm and rhyme.
- Ruskin Bond, Rabindranath Tagore (any famous Indian author).
- Literature is stories, poems, and plays written in any language.
Read more books and learn about new languages to enjoy the world of literature!