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प्रश्न
'Narnia' (part 1,2,3 and 4) is a film about 4 children who find a path to Narnia. Discuss in your class, the special effects, and direction. Write a review with the help of the following points in about 100 to 150 words.
- Storyline
- Producer
- Director
- Music Director
- Characters/ casting (major and minor)
- Setting / location
- Conflict
- Message
- Significance of the title.
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उत्तर
Storyline: "The Chronicles of Narnia" series takes viewers on an enthralling journey with four siblings who uncover a passageway to the magical land of Narnia. Under Andrew Adamson's direction, the beloved novels of C.S. Lewis come to life with impressive special effects, depicting the siblings’ encounters with mythical beings and their struggle against dark forces to fulfill their destiny as Narnia's leaders.
Producer: The movies, a production feat by Walden Media and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures, feature an exceptional ensemble cast. Georgie Henley, Skandar Keynes, William Moseley, and Anna Popplewell bring depth to the Pevensie children, while Tilda Swinton's chilling portrayal of the White Witch and Liam Neeson's regal voice as Aslan add gravitas to the mystical world of Narnia.
Director: The first two installments of "The Chronicles of Narnia" were directed by Andrew Adamson, who skillfully translated the grandeur and depth of the novels onto the screen. His vision captures the innocence and bravery of the children amidst the backdrop of Narnia's epic landscape.
Music Director: Harry Gregson-Williams, the music director, composed the iconic scores that have become synonymous with the series. His compositions beautifully augment the emotional and adventurous sequences, enriching the overall narrative.
Characters/Casting: The casting is impeccable with Georgie Henley's Lucy, Skandar Keynes's Edmund, William Moseley's Peter, and Anna Popplewell's Susan. Supporting roles like Tilda Swinton's White Witch and Liam Neeson's Aslan are equally compelling. Minor characters, portrayed by a mix of actors and voice talent, add a rich diversity to the Narnian world.
Setting/Location: The setting is a character in its own right, with stunning locations that range from the snowy landscapes of Eastern Europe to the lush New Zealand countryside, bringing the magical world of Narnia to life.
Conflict: The series is laced with conflict, from the internal struggles within the Pevensie family to the overarching battle against the malevolent forces led by the White Witch, representing the fight between good and evil.
Message: The message of the series is multifaceted, touching on themes of faith, redemption, and the power of unity and courage in the face of adversity.
Significance of the Title: "The Chronicles of Narnia" signifies more than the chronicles of a magical world; it represents the growth and journey of its characters, the timeless battle between light and darkness, and the chronicle of human spirit and resilience.
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Read the following extract carefully and present the information in the form of notes with the help of the given clues :
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was the first Vice President and second President of India.
He was a teacher, a philosopher and 'an author. He had introduced the thinking of Western idealist philosophers like Plato, Plontinus, Bergson into Indian thought.
He was born on 5th of September, 1888 in a poor Brahmin family. As his father could not afford his education expenses, Radhakrishnan supported most of his education
through scholarships. He completed his B.A. and M.A. with majors in philosophy. He went on to become a professor of philosophy. He showed that Indian Philosophy, once translated into standard academic jargon, is worthy of being called philosophy by Western standards.
He thus, placed Indian Philosophy on world map.
Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan had established a strong relationship with the Soviet Union when he w Is appointed as the ambassador to the Soviet Union.
He has been honoured with many awards for his achievements nationally and internationally. He was honoured with the Bharat Ratna in 1954. He is also acknowledged with the Templeton Prize, Peace Prize of German Book Trade, Order of Merit and many other honours.
Title : Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
Birth : 5th September, 1888
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Introduced thinking of : _________,_________and ____ into Indian thought.
Work : Translated_____________ into standard____________
Ambassador : __________________________________
Honours : National___________
International Order of Merit
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(B) Unless…………………………..
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The woods are lovely, dark and deep.
But I have promises to keep,
And miles to go before I sleep.
And miles to go before I sleep.
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- __________________
- __________________
- __________________
- _________________
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Reported speech
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- Title
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- Main body (central idea, the gist of the poem)
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| Father: | Sure. Tell me, where shall we go? |
| Mary: | Some place nearby but for at least two days. |
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Fill in the form given below.
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I ______
I ______
I ______
I ______
Silent letter.
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- honest, honour, hour, heir ______
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gnat: ______, ______
tongue: ______, ______
chalk: ______, ______
whistle: ______, ______
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Summarizing is to briefly sum up the various points from the notes made from the below passage.
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