Class 8 English (It So Happened) Chapter 1 How the Camel got his hump

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I. Chapter Summary:

“How the Camel Got His Hump” is a witty and imaginative story from Rudyard Kipling’s Just So Stories. The tale explains how the camel, who used to be lazy and refused to work, ended up with a hump on his back. In the beginning, the camel simply says “Humph!” and avoids doing any work for Man, Horse, Dog, and Ox. The animals complain to the Djinn of All Deserts, who punishes the camel by giving him a hump, enabling him to work without eating or resting for days. The story is an allegory for responsibility, consequences of laziness, and the idea that everyone must contribute to society.

II. Key Concepts Covered:

III. Important Questions:

(A) Multiple Choice Questions (1 Mark):

1. What sound did the camel always make in the story?
   a) Moo
   b) Humph ✔️
   c) Bah
   d) Meow

2. Who punished the camel for his laziness?
   a) Man
   b) The Horse
   c) The Djinn ✔️
   d) The Ox

3. Why was the camel given a hump?
   a) To carry water
   b) To scare others
   c) So he could work longer without eating ✔️
   d) Because he asked for it

4. Which of the following animals complained about the camel?
   a) Horse, Dog, Ox ✔️
   b) Horse, Cow, Pig
   c) Elephant, Tiger, Ox
   d) Dog, Cat, Sheep

(B) Short Answer Questions (2/3 Marks):

1. Why did the other animals complain to the Djinn about the camel? (PYQ 2020)

2. What was the camel doing when the other animals worked?

3. How did the Djinn solve the problem of the lazy camel?

4. What does the story teach about work and laziness?

(C) Long Answer Questions (5 Marks):

1. Narrate how the camel got his hump and what lesson he learned. (PYQ 2021)

2. Explain how the camel’s behavior affected the other animals.

3. Discuss the role of the Djinn in bringing justice among the animals.

4. How is this story both entertaining and educational?

(D) HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills):

1. If you were the Djinn, how would you deal with the camel’s laziness differently?

2. Do you think giving the camel a hump was fair? Justify your opinion.

IV. Key Definitions / Concepts:

V. Deleted Portions (CBSE 2025–2026):

No portions have been deleted from this chapter as per the rationalized NCERT textbooks.

VI. Chapter-Wise Marks Bifurcation (Estimated – CBSE 2025–2026):

VII. Previous Year Questions (PYQs):

VIII. Real-World Application Examples to Connect with Topics:

• Workplace Responsibility: Laziness in a team affects everyone, just like the camel’s behavior.

• Creative Writing: Students learn to create their own mythical origin stories.

• Moral Values: Reinforces teamwork, responsibility, and consequences of selfish behavior.

IX. Student Tips & Strategies for Success:

 Time Management:

• Break the story into scenes: Introduction → Complaint → Djinn’s Role → Camel’s Transformation.

• Use a timeline or comic strip to visualize the story.

 Exam Preparation:

• Practice HOTS questions like “Was the Djinn fair?”

• Revise character traits and moral values conveyed by each animal.

 Stress Management:

• Read such imaginative stories to reduce stress and enhance creativity.

• Practice roleplay or storytelling to build confidence and memory.

X. Career Guidance & Exploration (Class-Specific):

For Classes 9–10:

 Encourage students to write their own “Just So Story” like How the Elephant Got His Trunk.

XI. Important Notes:

•  Always check CBSE site for syllabus updates: https://cbseacademic.nic.in

•  Focus on character, message, and structure for maximum exam marks.

•  This story is best used for developing language skills + values education.