General Knowledge Class 5 - Language And-Literature Notes
Comprehensive study notes for Class 5 - Language And-Literature olympiad preparation
Language and Literature
Welcome to the chapter on Language and Literature for Class 5. In this chapter, you will learn about famous languages, important writers, popular books, and interesting facts about literature from India and around the world. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to name different languages, famous authors, and some classic stories!
Introduction
Language is how we communicate with each other. Literature is the art of writing stories, poems, and plays. Every country has its own language and literature.
Languages of India
- Hindi is the most widely spoken language in India.
- Other major languages: English, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi, Odia, Assamese, Urdu.
- India has 22 official languages.
Famous Indian Writers
- Rabindranath Tagore – wrote poems and stories, won the Nobel Prize.
- Ruskin Bond – famous for children’s stories.
- R.K. Narayan – wrote "Malgudi Days".
- Sudha Murty – writes inspiring stories for children.
Popular Books and Stories
- "Panchatantra" – ancient Indian animal stories.
- "Jataka Tales" – stories about the Buddha’s previous lives.
- "Harry Potter" by J.K. Rowling – famous worldwide.
- "The Jungle Book" by Rudyard Kipling.
World Literature
- William Shakespeare – famous English playwright and poet.
- Mark Twain – wrote "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer".
- Aesop – known for "Aesop’s Fables".
Fun Activity: Book Talk!
Choose your favorite storybook. Tell your friends about the story and the author. Draw a picture of your favorite character!
Summary
- India has many languages and rich literature.
- Famous writers create stories, poems, and plays.
- Reading books helps us learn and imagine new things.
Practice Questions
- Name two official languages of India.
- Who wrote "Malgudi Days"?
- Which book is written by J.K. Rowling?
- Name a famous Indian poet who won the Nobel Prize.
- Who wrote "The Jungle Book"?
Challenge Yourself
- List three books you have read and their authors.
- Write a short poem or story about your favorite animal.
Did You Know?
- Rabindranath Tagore wrote India’s national anthem, "Jana Gana Mana".
- Shakespeare invented many English words we use today!
Glossary
- Language: The way people speak and write.
- Literature: Stories, poems, and plays written by authors.
- Author: A person who writes books or stories.
- Poet: A person who writes poems.
Answers to Practice Questions
- Hindi, English (any two official languages).
- R.K. Narayan.
- Harry Potter.
- Rabindranath Tagore.
- Rudyard Kipling.
Read more books and stories to discover the wonderful world of language and literature!