English Notes Chapter 3.3 “News Analysis” Class 7 Maharashtra Board

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Understanding News

What is News?

• News is information about events happening around us.
• Not everything written or shown in the news is always true.
• We must think carefully before believing any news.

Words to Remember:

• Authorities: People in charge (like the police or government).
• Eye-witness: A person who saw something happen.
• Account: A report or story about what happened.

Four News Stories from the Chapter

(a) Closed Shoes Not Allowed in Exams

Story:

• A Bengaluru institute made rules for exam halls.
• No closed shoes, socks, gadgets (like phones or calculators), or personal pens are allowed. Pens are provided in the hall.

Why These Rules?

• To stop cheating.
• Gadgets and hidden items in shoes or socks can be used unfairly.

Questions to Think About:

• What other steps can be taken to prevent cheating?
• Why is it important to publish such news in newspapers?

(b) Ritika Quits Acting

Story:

• Ritika, a famous Bollywood actress, announced she will stop acting after her next movie, “Ant.”
• She may join politics.
• She didn’t give an official reason for her decision.

What to Discuss:

• Why do you think Ritika quit acting? (Health, new interests, etc.)
• How do you think her fans feel about this news?

(c) Most Dangerous Time in History

Story:

• Famous scientist Stephen Hawking said the world faces big dangers:
  1. Climate change.
  2. Overpopulation.
  3. Diseases.
• He warned that humans must work together to save our planet because we don’t have another one to live on.

Questions to Think About:

• Which problem is the most serious?
• What can we do to protect Earth?

(d) Quick Cure for All Diseases?

Story:

• A man named Miribaba claims his special powder cures all diseases.
• He sells it for Rs. 25 but doesn’t reveal what it is made of.
• A local doctor said there is no proof the powder works, and more people are visiting the hospital instead.

Important Lesson:

• Don’t believe everything without proof.
• Always consult a doctor when you are sick.

Important Things to Learn

Good and Bad News:

• News can make you happy, sad, or angry.
• Think about how it affects you and others.

Reliable and Unreliable News:

• Some news is true and can be trusted.
• Other news might not be true. Always check facts before believing it.

Be Smart About News:

• Question what you read or hear.
• Discuss news with others to understand it better.

Types of News:

• News is divided into categories:
  • Local (city news).
  • National (country news).
  • International (world news).
  • Science, sports, and entertainment.