Chapter- 21      The Great Sculler


1. Who is called the “Great Sculler”?

Ans: A boy who rows a boat confidently is called the “Great Sculler”.

2. Where are the children in the picture?

Ans: They are in a boat on the river.

3. What is the boy doing in the boat?

Ans: He is rowing the boat.

4. Who is sitting with the boy in the boat?

Ans: A girl is sitting with him.

5. What advice does the boy give the girl?

Ans: He advises her to sit properly and not move.

6. Why does the boy call himself a great sculler?

Ans: Because he thinks he rows the boat very well.

7. What happens to the boat suddenly?

Ans: The boat begins to shake and lose balance.

8. Why does the boat lose balance?

Ans: Because the boy rows carelessly and proudly.

9. What happens to the children next?

Ans: They fall into the water.

10. How do the children feel after falling into the water?

Ans: They feel scared and helpless.

11. Who comes to help them?

Ans: Some people nearby come to help.

12. How are the children saved?

Ans: They are pulled out of the water.

13. What happens to their clothes?

Ans: Their clothes get wet.

14. Where are the children taken after being saved?

Ans: They are taken to a nearby place to rest.

15. How does the boy feel after the incident?

Ans: He feels ashamed and frightened.

16. What mistake did the boy make?

Ans: He was overconfident.

17. What lesson does the story teach us?

Ans: Overconfidence can lead to danger.

18. Is confidence good or bad?

Ans: Confidence is good, but overconfidence is bad.

19. Why should we be careful near water?

Ans: Because accidents can happen easily.

20. What quality should the boy have shown?

Ans: Carefulness and responsibility.

21. Did the boy listen to others’ advice?

Ans: No, he did not.

22. What happens when we ignore safety rules?

Ans: We may get into trouble.

23. Who was really brave in the story?

Ans: The people who helped save the children.

24. What does “sculler” mean?

Ans: A person who rows a boat.

25. Was the boy truly a great sculler?

Ans: No, he was not.

26. What should the boy learn from this incident?

Ans: He should be humble and careful.

27. Is boating safe without proper skills?

Ans: No, it is not safe.

28. What should children remember near rivers?

Ans: They should follow safety rules.

29. How can accidents be avoided?

Ans: By being careful and not showing off.

30. What is the main message of the lesson?

Ans: Never be overconfident; safety comes first.

Answer by Dimpee Bora