Nasruddin's Aim Chapter Notes | English for Class 4 PDF Download

Detailed Summary

One day, Nasruddin was talking with his friends and started bragging about his archery skills. He claimed that no one could match his ability, boasting that he could always hit the target perfectly. Hearing this, one of his friends decided to test Nasruddin’s claim. He brought out a bow and some arrows and asked Nasruddin to prove his skill by shooting at a target.

Nasruddin confidently took the bow, aimed at the target, and shot an arrow. However, the arrow missed the target and fell in the middle, far from where it was supposed to land. His friends began laughing and teasing him, asking if that was his best shot. Nasruddin quickly defended himself by saying that it wasn't his shot, but how Azad (a person he mentioned) would shoot.

Determined, Nasruddin took another arrow, aimed, and shot again. This time, the arrow went a bit further but still missed the target. His friends, amused, asked if that was his shot. Nasruddin again claimed it wasn't his shot but that of the chief guard.

As his friends continued to laugh, Nasruddin decided to give it another try. He picked up one more arrow, aimed carefully, and shot. This time, the arrow hit the target perfectly. Everyone was surprised, staring at him with their mouths open in amazement. Before anyone could say anything, Nasruddin proudly declared that this successful shot was indeed his aim.

Key Points of the Story

1. Nasruddin's Boast – Nasruddin claimed he was the best at archery, always hitting the target.
2. First Attempt – Nasruddin missed the target, and his friends laughed at him. He blamed someone else for the miss.
3. Second Attempt – He missed again, but this time blamed another person.
4. Final Attempt – On his third try, Nasruddin hit the target perfectly and proudly claimed the success as his own.

Theme

The theme of this story revolves around humility and the dangers of boasting. It shows that bragging can lead to embarrassment, and sometimes, luck plays a part in success. The story also humorously highlights how people might shift blame to others when they fail but quickly take credit when they succeed.

Difficult Words

1. Boast - To talk with too much pride about something.
2. Archery - The sport or skill of shooting with a bow and arrow.
3. Target - Something you aim at when shooting.
4. Aim - To point something at a target.
5. Defending - Protecting yourself from criticism or blame.
6. Remarked - Made a comment or statement.
7. Triumphantly - In a way that shows happiness and pride after a victory.