NCERT English Class 10th – Mijbil the Otter One Liner Facts for Exam Chapter Name — Mijbil the Otter Author — Gavin Maxwell The chapter is based on a real-life experience of the author. Mijbil was the author’s pet otter. The short name of Mijbil was “Mij”. The author got Mij in Basra, Iraq. Basra is located in Iraq. Earlier, the author had a pet dog. After the dog’s death, the author decided to keep an otter. Mij belonged to a rare species of otter. The species was later named Maxwell’s Otter. Mij was first brought in a sack. Mij had soft fur and bright eyes. The author kept Mij in the bathroom at first. Mij loved water very much. He enjoyed playing in the bathtub. Mij was playful and energetic. He liked marbles and ping-pong balls. Mij learned to open taps himself. He was very intelligent and curious. Mij became deeply attached to the author. The author took Mij to England by airplane. Mij travelled in a special box. During the flight, Mij escaped from the box. The passengers b...
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The Hundred Dresses – Part 2 Detailed Summary

The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes continues the story of Wanda Petronski and highlights important values like kindness, forgiveness, equality, and the harmful effects of bullying.

Introduction

In Part 2 of the story, Wanda Petronski has already stopped coming to school. Peggy and Maddie begin to realize that their behavior towards Wanda was wrong. The chapter mainly focuses on guilt, repentance, and Wanda’s forgiving nature.

Detailed Summary

Wanda Wins the Drawing Contest

One day, Miss Mason announced the results of the school drawing and color contest. Everyone in the class was surprised to hear that Wanda had won the girls’ medal. Wanda had submitted one hundred beautiful drawings of dresses.

The entire classroom walls were covered with Wanda’s colorful and creative dress designs. Every drawing was different and beautifully made. The students admired her artistic talent.

Peggy and Maddie were amazed because they finally understood the truth behind Wanda’s statement about having “a hundred dresses.” Wanda did not really own those dresses; instead, she had imagined and designed them in her drawings.

Letter from Wanda’s Father

Soon after the contest, Miss Mason received a letter from Wanda’s father, Jan Petronski. Miss Mason read the letter aloud in the classroom.

In the letter, Wanda’s father informed the school that they had moved to a big city. He explained that people in their town made fun of their Polish name, “Petronski.” He believed that in a larger city, nobody would laugh at their unusual name.

The classroom became silent after hearing the letter. The students realized how badly Wanda had been hurt by their teasing.

Maddie Feels Guilty

Maddie felt deeply sorry for Wanda. Although Peggy used to tease Wanda directly, Maddie believed she was also guilty because she never tried to stop Peggy.

Maddie remembered how Wanda was always lonely and quiet. She wished she had defended Wanda earlier. She became emotional and could not concentrate properly.

Peggy also felt bad, but she tried to convince herself that they had only joked with Wanda and never meant to hurt her.

Peggy and Maddie Visit Wanda’s House

After school, Peggy and Maddie decided to go to Wanda’s house to apologize. They walked through the cold weather to Boggins Heights where Wanda lived.

When they reached the house, they saw that it was empty. Wanda and her family had already moved away.

Maddie felt heartbroken. She realized that she would never get a chance to say sorry to Wanda personally.

At that moment, Maddie made an important decision. She promised herself that in the future she would never remain silent if someone was being insulted or bullied.

Wanda’s Kind Letter

Later, Miss Mason received another letter from Wanda. In this letter, Wanda thanked the class for appreciating her drawings.

She also wrote that she wanted Peggy and Maddie to keep two of her dress drawings as gifts.

The girls were surprised by Wanda’s kindness and generosity. They expected Wanda to be angry, but instead she forgave them.

Peggy selected a drawing that looked exactly like her. Maddie chose another drawing that resembled her own face.

Maddie then realized that Wanda had carefully observed them and perhaps even liked them despite their unkind behavior.

Maddie Finds Peace

That night, Maddie kept thinking about Wanda and the pain she had caused her. She felt sad and guilty.

Finally, she comforted herself by believing that Wanda had forgiven them through her thoughtful gift and kind words.

Themes of the Chapter

1. Bullying

The story shows how teasing and making fun of others can emotionally hurt them.

2. Guilt and Repentance

Maddie realizes that staying silent during wrongdoing is also a mistake.

3. Forgiveness

Wanda forgives Peggy and Maddie even after being badly treated.

4. Equality and Respect

Everyone deserves respect regardless of their name, background, or financial condition.

Character Sketches

Wanda Petronski

  • Quiet and intelligent girl

  • Talented artist

  • Kind and forgiving by nature

Maddie

  • Sensitive and thoughtful

  • Feels guilty for not supporting Wanda

  • Learns an important moral lesson

Peggy

  • Confident and popular

  • Teases Wanda without understanding the consequences

  • Later regrets her behavior

Miss Mason

  • Understanding and caring teacher

  • Encourages kindness among students

Moral of the Story

The chapter teaches us:

  • Never bully or insult anyone.

  • Raise your voice against injustice.

  • Respect every person equally.

  • Kindness and forgiveness make a person truly great.

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