Attila Summary Class 6 New Pathways

Summary

In the story "Attila," a family adopts a puppy and tries to come up with a name for him. They consider names like Tiger, Caesar, Fire, and Thunder. Finally, they name him Attila. Attila is not fierce or aggressive but is very friendly and loving.

He loves greeting everyone who comes to the house, like beggars, bill collectors, and family friends. He even welcomes a burglar who breaks into the house in the middle of the night. Attila doesn't bark at the burglar but instead becomes his friend and follows him around.

The family is surprised by Attila's behavior and thinks he isn't a good guard dog. They worry about him being stolen. But, one day, Attila becomes a hero by helping catch a thief. When a young man chasing a burglar falls, Attila blocks the thief's path, and stolen jewelry falls out. The family praises Attila as a clever detective.

The story is a humorous one, and Attila's actions are not what you'd expect from a guard dog. He brings happiness to the family in his own way.

Difficult Words and Their Meanings

• Prepossessing - Having an attractive appearance.
• Mongrel - A mixed-breed dog.
• Mendicants - People who beg for money or food.
• Bill collectors - People who come to collect unpaid bills.
• Tradesmen - People who sell goods or services.
• Ferocious - Extremely fierce or aggressive.
• Almirahs - Cupboards or wardrobes for storing clothes and other items.
• Receiver of stolen property - Someone who buys stolen goods.
• Cunning - Clever or sly in a deceitful way.
• Hero - A person or animal admired for their bravery or good deeds.