Notes of Lesson For The 10th English The December The 1st Week - "The Dying Detective", (Prose)

Notes of Lesson for the 10th English the December the 1st week- “The Dying Detective”, (Prose)
Teaching of Prose
Standard : X,
Topic : The Dying Detective,
Page no : 189..193.
Theme : “ Two of the most prominent are those of revenge and friendship. The contrast
might seem odd, but it is significant..”,
“The themes of deception and revenge revolve around Sherlock's plot to catch a
killer.Sherlock's respect for Watson is a pleasant and insightful theme.”
Learning Outcomes:
E-1005 – talks on key contemporary issues like social issues, like social
justice, environment, gender etc., in speech and writing
E-1010 – collects evidences and discusses in groups for reading
autobiographies, history and science based literary texts
E-1011 – writes paragraphs, narratives etc., by planning revising, editing,
rewriting and finalizing
Objectives
• To learn to narrate
• To appreciate narration
• Engage themselves in conversation, dialogue, discussion and discourse in peer-
peer mode, and with teacher on various themes.
Motivation and Introduction:

▪ What kind of stories do you like?
▪ Have you heard of detective stories?
▪ Have you heard the stories about Sher Lock Holmes?
TLM
Videos, PPT, Online resources images and charts.
Guided Reading:
Teacher reads the context with proper stress, pause and intonation. Students
listen silently for the first time. Second time they repeat after the teacher . They read in small
groups.
The Teacher’s activity:

Before explaining this text, the teacher also explains the new words
with the help of a chart. The teacher explains the lesson in simple words through video and
actions.
The Students’ activity:

Volunteer students to briefly explain the content explained by the
teacher in front of other students.
-Sethuraman Ramalingam, BT Asst, (Eng.) Govt.,Hr,Sec, School, Paranam, Sendurai Edn.Dt, Ariyalur (DT)PIN-621804.
Mail- kvrsethuraman@gmail.com https://kalvikoodal.blogspot.com / 21-11-2023
Presentation:
 Sherlock Holmes pretends to be dying, refusing food and medical help, to expose the
killer of his nephew for inheritance.
 Dr. Watson, concerned, discovers an ivory box in Holmes' room but is warned not to
touch it, triggering a scream from Holmes.
 Holmes insists on calling Mr. Calverton Smith, a planter from Sumatra, believing only
he can save him from a supposed virus.
 Holmes reveals his ruse when Smith arrives, exposing him as the murderer and
proving Watson's lack of knowledge in the elaborate charade.
New words
gaunt (adj.) - lean, especially because of suffering, hunger or age.
twitched (v) - give short, sudden jerking movements.
contagious (adj.) - spreading of a disease from one person to another by direct contact
groan (v) - make a deep inarticulate sound conveying pain or despair.
plague (n) - a contagious bacterial disease characterized by fever .
bolted (v) - closed the door with a bar that slides into a socket.
mantle piece (n) - a structure of wood or marble above or around the fireplace.
half-crown (n) - a former British coin equal to two shillings and sixpence (12 1/2p).
tongs (n) - a device used for picking up objects consisting of two long pieces
free at one end and pressed together at the other end.
delirious (adj.) - disturbed state of mind characterized by restlessness.
frail (adj.) - weak and delicate.
startled (v) - felt sudden shock or alarm.
scuffle scuffle(v) - to have a sudden short fight
Reinforcement:
Write a short essay on Holmes from this lesson.
Evaluation:
LOT
1.Why didn’t Holmes let Watson examine him?
2.Why did Holmes warn Watson against touching his things? What was Watson’s reaction?
3. Why did Sherlock Holmes insist on not allowing a virus specialist but agreed to call Mr.
Calverton Smith?
A) Holmes believed Smith had a unique cure for the virus.
B) Holmes wanted to expose his nephew's killer through a clever ruse.
C) Holmes thought a virus specialist would worsen his condition.
D) Holmes wanted to protect the ivory box from scrutiny.
Answer: B) Holmes wanted to expose his nephew's killer through a clever ruse.
4. What was the significance of the ivory box in Holmes' plan?

A) It contained the virus that infected Holmes.
B) It was a distraction to keep Dr. Watson occupied.
C) It triggered a deadly reaction when touched.
D) It was a symbol of Holmes' deteriorating health.
Answer: C) It triggered a deadly reaction when touched.
MOT
1.Why did Holmes want Smith to treat him?
2.According to Smith how did Holmes get the disease?
3. Why did Dr. Watson agree to hide behind the bed and not call a virus specialist
immediately?
A) Watson was convinced of Holmes' illness and trusted his judgment.
B) Watson wanted to protect Holmes from any potential harm.
C) Watson feared Holmes and complied with his demands.
D) Watson believed a virus specialist would worsen the situation.
Answer: A) Watson was convinced of Holmes' illness and trusted his judgment.
4. What motivated Mr. Calverton Smith to promise a cure for Holmes?

A) Smith had a personal connection to Holmes and wanted to help.
B) Smith was a renowned virus specialist seeking a challenging case.
C) Smith wanted Holmes to stop investigating his nephew's death.
D) Smith had a financial interest in Holmes' recovery.
Answer: C) Smith wanted Holmes to stop investigating his nephew's death.
HOT
1. If you were Sherlock Holmes, how would you be involved in detective work?
2: How did the Sumatra virus outbreak contribute to the plot?

A) It was the source of the deadly virus that infected Holmes.
B) It added a realistic backdrop to Holmes' deception.
C) It was a red herring to divert attention from the true motive.
D) It forced Holmes to seek the expertise of Mr. Calverton Smith.
Answer: B) It added a realistic backdrop to Holmes' deception.
3: Why did Holmes choose Mr. Calverton Smith for his plan?
A) Smith was a close friend of Holmes.
B) Smith had experience dealing with deadly viruses.
C) Smith was involved in Holmes' nephew's inheritance.
D) Smith was the only available doctor at the time.
Answer: C) Smith was involved in Holmes' nephew's inheritance.
Remedial Teaching:
The teacher provides oral drills and reading practice for students who
need
additional support. They utilize internet resources to enhance their skills.
Assignment:
Writing a detective story with the help of adults.
Writing:
They write the writing practice by follow the teacher. They write book back
exercises, fill in the blanks, write the answers for the questions.
Follow up work:
• How did Holmes trap Mr. Culverton Smith to confess the murder?
• How did Watson help his friend to arrest the criminal?
Please I kindly request my fellow English teachers to adapt this type of Model Lesson Plan to
suit your own ideas and teaching style.
Sethuraman Ramalingam, B.T., Asst, (Eng.), M.A., B.Ed., C.E.L.T, (M.S.W.),

Tamil Nadu-IX Standard English Textbook Committee Author,
Govt.,Hr.,Sec,School.,
Paranam,
Sendurai Edn dt,
Ariyalur (DT)- 621804

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Motivation and Introduction:

The Teacher’s activity:

The Students’ activity:

4. What was the significance of the ivory box in Holmes' plan?

2.According to Smith how did Holmes get the disease?

4. What motivated Mr. Calverton Smith to promise a cure for Holmes?

2: How did the Sumatra virus outbreak contribute to the plot?

Sethuraman Ramalingam, B.T., Asst, (Eng.), M.A., B.Ed., C.E.L.T, (M.S.W.),

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