Notes For All Chapters – Balbharati English Class 6
The Sword in the Stone
Main Characters:
Arthur: A brave, kind boy raised by Sir Ector. He becomes king by pulling the sword from the stone.
Sir Ector: A good knight who raised Arthur like his own son.
Sir Kay: Arthur’s older brother. He tries to take credit for the sword but tells the truth later.
Merlin: A wise magician who protects Arthur and helps him become king.
King Uther Pendragon: Arthur’s father, a brave king who died when Arthur was a baby.
Archbishop: A church leader who announces the sword challenge.
Important Events (In Order):
- Britain is attacked by barbarians. King Uther fights them and becomes king.
- King Uther dies, leaving no heir (no one to take the throne).
- A magic sword appears in a stone in the churchyard with a message.
- Many knights try to pull the sword but fail.
- Arthur grows up with Sir Ector and his son, Sir Kay.
- On New Year’s Day, Sir Kay forgets his sword for a tournament.
- Arthur pulls the sword from the stone to give it to Kay.
- Sir Ector and Kay realize Arthur is special and test him with the sword.
- Merlin tells everyone Arthur is King Uther’s son.
- Arthur pulls the sword again in front of everyone and becomes king.
What We Learn About Characters:
Archbishop: He is fair because he lets everyone try the sword.
Arthur: He is helpful and honest. He gets the sword for Kay without knowing its importance.
Sir Ector: He is wise and honest. He makes Kay tell the truth about the sword.
Sir Kay: He is a bit selfish at first but respects Arthur later.
Key Words to Understand:
Orphan: A child with no parents.
Tournament: A big contest where knights fight to show their skills.
Anvil: A heavy metal block where the sword was stuck.
Pendragon: King Uther’s title, meaning “Dragon’s Head.”
Integrity: Being honest and doing the right thing.
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