कहानी - गिल्लू - महादेवी वर्मा || Gillu|| class 9 || हिंदी - संचयन || NCERT/CBSE|| Open Mind

Summary

The transcript narrates the heartwarming story of a squirrel named Gillu, who was found injured and near death but was lovingly nursed back to health. Over time, Gillu became a beloved companion, showing intelligence and attachment to the narrator. The bond between Gillu and the narrator deepened, as Gillu displayed playful and affectionate behavior. However, as time passed, Gillu's life came to an end, leaving the narrator reflecting on their profound connection.

Takeaways

• 🐿️ A squirrel fell from a tree during a play-like scene near the room, leaving it injured and in critical condition.
• 💉 The narrator took care of the squirrel, applying penicillin and trying to feed it with a cotton swab dipped in milk.
• 🥛 Despite initial difficulties in feeding, the squirrel eventually recovered after a few months and became a lively pet.
• 🌳 The squirrel, named Gillu, lived in the narrator’s house for two years, often swinging on a window hammock.
• 💡 Gillu showed intelligence by finding creative ways to get the narrator's attention while working, such as running up and down the fan.
• 🐾 Gillu’s behavior, like asking for food and interacting with biscuits, astonished everyone with its understanding and actions.
• 🍽️ Gillu would sometimes attempt to eat from the narrator’s plate, showing a special connection with the narrator during meals.
• 🦿 After the narrator was hospitalized, Gillu brought cashews to his hammock but didn't eat them, waiting for the narrator’s return.
• 🌞 During summers, Gillu would lie on the narrator’s water pitcher to avoid the heat, showing a clever way to stay cool.
• 💔 After two years, Gillu's life came to an end, with the squirrel spending its final moments with the narrator, holding her hand.

Q & A

What happened to the small child in the beginning of the script?

The small child was found playing near a room and fell, getting injured.

How did the narrator attempt to save the injured child?

The narrator picked up the child, cleaned its wounds with a cloth, and applied penicillin.

What was the initial prognosis for the child's survival after the fall?

People around believed that the child would not survive after being injured.

How did the child's condition change over time?

Despite the initial prognosis, the child recovered and grew up to be beautiful and charming.

What nickname was given to the child as it grew up?

The child was nicknamed 'Follow' (फॉलो) due to its playful and curious nature.

What was the child's behavior towards the narrator when she was writing?

The child showed a strong desire to attract the narrator's attention while she was writing.

How did the child, Follow, manage to get biscuits when it was hungry?

Follow would signal to the narrator when it was hungry, and she would provide it with biscuits.

What was the child's reaction when it was set free outside?

Follow was initially reluctant to leave the narrator's room, indicating a bond between them.

How did the child's presence affect the narrator's daily life?

Follow became the leader of the other animals in the house and would cause mischief, often leading to power outages.

What was the narrator's relationship with other animals, and how did it differ with the child?

The narrator had many animals and birds, but her bond with the child was unique and special.

How did the child react when the narrator was hospitalized?

Follow showed concern for the narrator by sitting quietly and comforting her, similar to a caregiver.

What was the final fate of the child as described in the script?

The child, Follow, passed away peacefully in the narrator's presence, symbolizing the end of its life's journey.