Class 8 English (It So Happened) Chapter 6 The Fight

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I. Chapter Summary:

“The Fight” is a short story written by Ruskin Bond that revolves around a young boy named Ranji who recently moved to a hill station. He discovers a natural pool and decides to swim in it. However, he encounters another boy there, a local bully, and a conflict arises over ownership of the pool. This escalates into a physical fight, but neither wins. The next day, both return to the pool with different intentions. Instead of fighting again, they end up respecting each other’s strength and become friends. The story highlights themes of conflict resolution, mutual respect, identity, courage, and friendship.

II. Key Concepts Covered:

III. Important Questions:

(A) Multiple Choice Questions (1 Mark):

1. Who is the author of the story The Fight?
   a) Ruskin Bond ✔️
   b) R.K. Narayan
   c) Roald Dahl
   d) Sudha Murty

2. Why did the fight start between Ranji and the other boy?
   a) Over a cricket match
   b) Over a swimming pool ✔️
   c) Over a lunchbox
   d) Over a bicycle

3. What happened the day after the fight?
   a) They fought again
   b) They ignored each other
   c) They became friends ✔️
   d) Ranji left the village

4. What did the story The Fight mainly teach us?
   a) How to fight well
   b) How to stay alone
   c) How to avoid others
   d) How to resolve conflicts ✔️

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

1. Why did Ranji not back down from using the pool?

2. Describe the personality of Ranji based on the story. (PYQ 2021)

3. What was the turning point in the fight between the two boys?

4. What does the pool symbolize in the story?

(C) Long Answer Questions (5 Marks):

1. Describe the character transformation of both boys in the story. (PYQ 2020)

2. How does The Fight promote the idea of peaceful conflict resolution?

3. Write a character sketch of Ranji with examples from the story.

4. Discuss how physical strength and mental strength are both shown in this story.

(D) HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills):

1. What would you have done if you were in Ranji’s place—fought or talked? Why?

2. If the two boys had never fought, do you think they would have become friends? Justify.

IV. Key Concepts & Definitions:

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:

• Friendship in School: Many fights among peers stem from misunderstanding. Talking it out often leads to lasting friendships.

• Conflict Resolution: Learning to solve issues through dialogue instead of violence is a key life skill.

• Respecting Differences: We don’t always need to win; mutual respect brings better outcomes.

IX. Student Tips & Strategies for Success:

Time Management:

• Divide the story into sections and summarize each part in 5 lines.

• Use evenings or weekends to re-read chapters with emotional themes.

Exam Preparation:

• Focus on character sketches and moral lessons.

• Practice writing answers with your own opinion to develop expression skills.

Stress Management:

• Talk to teachers or friends when in conflict—don’t bottle up emotions.

• Read inspiring stories like this one to build emotional awareness.

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

For Classes 9–10:

 Explore participation in debates, drama, or student councils to practice resolution skills.

XI. Important Notes:

•  Always visit https://cbseacademic.nic.in for updates.

•  This chapter helps students reflect on their emotional growth and handling of peer conflicts.

•  Encourage journaling or roleplay as extension activities for deeper understanding.