DCC ACADEMY • CLASS 9 ENGLISH
DCC ACADEMY
CLASS 9 ENGLISH (KAVERI) • STUDY MATERIAL
Chapter: VITAMIN-M | Author: Asha Nehemiah | Faculty: Shahid Sir
INTRODUCTION
"Vitamin-M" is a humorous and thought-provoking story written by Asha Nehemiah. The story highlights the
importance of respecting elderly people and understanding their need for independence. Through the
character of Grandpa, the author challenges the common belief that old people are always forgetful and
dependent.
The story teaches us that age does not reduce a person's intelligence, wisdom, or ability to take care of
themselves. It also highlights the love and care shared among family members.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Asha Nehemiah is a well-known Indian author who writes stories for children and young readers. Her stories
are simple, engaging, humorous, and often contain important life lessons.
SHORT REVISION NOTES
• The story revolves around Grandpa, Ravi, and Vidya.
• Grandpa is seventy-five years old and a retired lawyer.
• Vidya believes Grandpa is becoming forgetful.
• She jokingly suggests a memory medicine called "Vitamin-M".
• Ravi is asked to keep an eye on Grandpa.
• Grandpa goes out alone.
• Ravi secretly follows him.
• Grandpa enjoys a day of freedom.
• Ravi loses sight of Grandpa and becomes worried.
• Grandpa safely returns home.
• It is revealed that it is Grandpa's birthday.
• Vidya forgets the birthday while Grandpa remembers everything.
• Grandpa gifts Ravi a detective storybook.
• The story ends with humour and an important lesson about respecting elders.
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CHARACTERS
1. Grandpa 2. Ravi 3. Vidya
Intro: Central character, 75- Intro: Grandpa's grandson. Intro: Grandpa's daughter
year-old retired lawyer. Loves and cares deeply for and Ravi's mother. Highly
Active, intelligent, and his grandfather. overprotective.
fiercely independent.
Traits: Caring, Responsible, Traits: Caring, Protective,
Traits: Independent, Curious, Obedient, Loving. Loving, Concerned,
Intelligent, Humorous, Self- Forgetful.
confident, Caring,
Observant.
Character Sketches
Grandpa: Grandpa is a strong and independent person who believes in living life on his own terms. Although
his family thinks he is becoming forgetful, he proves that his memory is sharp. He enjoys his freedom and
does not like unnecessary supervision. His wisdom, humour, and confidence make him a memorable
character.
Ravi: Ravi is a caring and responsible boy. He follows Grandpa because he worries about his safety and
wants to obey his mother. Throughout the story, he learns that elderly people deserve trust and respect.
Vidya: Vidya loves her father deeply and worries about his well-being. However, she often underestimates his
abilities and assumes he is forgetful. Ironically, she forgets his birthday, proving that memory problems are not
limited to old age.
PLOT OF THE STORY
Stage Description
Grandpa comes to live with Ravi and Vidya. Vidya thinks that Grandpa is
Beginning
becoming forgetful and jokes about a memory medicine called Vitamin-M.
Grandpa decides to go out alone. Ravi secretly follows him because his
Rising Action
mother wants him to keep an eye on him.
Ravi loses track of Grandpa and becomes worried. He searches for him but
Climax
cannot find him.
Falling Action Ravi returns home and discovers that Grandpa has already reached safely.
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DCC ACADEMY
CLASS 9 ENGLISH (KAVERI) • STUDY MATERIAL
Chapter: VITAMIN-M | Author: Asha Nehemiah | Faculty: Shahid Sir
INTRODUCTION
"Vitamin-M" is a humorous and thought-provoking story written by Asha Nehemiah. The story highlights the
importance of respecting elderly people and understanding their need for independence. Through the
character of Grandpa, the author challenges the common belief that old people are always forgetful and
dependent.
The story teaches us that age does not reduce a person's intelligence, wisdom, or ability to take care of
themselves. It also highlights the love and care shared among family members.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Asha Nehemiah is a well-known Indian author who writes stories for children and young readers. Her stories
are simple, engaging, humorous, and often contain important life lessons.
SHORT REVISION NOTES
• The story revolves around Grandpa, Ravi, and Vidya.
• Grandpa is seventy-five years old and a retired lawyer.
• Vidya believes Grandpa is becoming forgetful.
• She jokingly suggests a memory medicine called "Vitamin-M".
• Ravi is asked to keep an eye on Grandpa.
• Grandpa goes out alone.
• Ravi secretly follows him.
• Grandpa enjoys a day of freedom.
• Ravi loses sight of Grandpa and becomes worried.
• Grandpa safely returns home.
• It is revealed that it is Grandpa's birthday.
• Vidya forgets the birthday while Grandpa remembers everything.
• Grandpa gifts Ravi a detective storybook.
• The story ends with humour and an important lesson about respecting elders.
Page 1 of 8
, DCC ACADEMY • CLASS 9 ENGLISH
CHARACTERS
1. Grandpa 2. Ravi 3. Vidya
Intro: Central character, 75- Intro: Grandpa's grandson. Intro: Grandpa's daughter
year-old retired lawyer. Loves and cares deeply for and Ravi's mother. Highly
Active, intelligent, and his grandfather. overprotective.
fiercely independent.
Traits: Caring, Responsible, Traits: Caring, Protective,
Traits: Independent, Curious, Obedient, Loving. Loving, Concerned,
Intelligent, Humorous, Self- Forgetful.
confident, Caring,
Observant.
Character Sketches
Grandpa: Grandpa is a strong and independent person who believes in living life on his own terms. Although
his family thinks he is becoming forgetful, he proves that his memory is sharp. He enjoys his freedom and
does not like unnecessary supervision. His wisdom, humour, and confidence make him a memorable
character.
Ravi: Ravi is a caring and responsible boy. He follows Grandpa because he worries about his safety and
wants to obey his mother. Throughout the story, he learns that elderly people deserve trust and respect.
Vidya: Vidya loves her father deeply and worries about his well-being. However, she often underestimates his
abilities and assumes he is forgetful. Ironically, she forgets his birthday, proving that memory problems are not
limited to old age.
PLOT OF THE STORY
Stage Description
Grandpa comes to live with Ravi and Vidya. Vidya thinks that Grandpa is
Beginning
becoming forgetful and jokes about a memory medicine called Vitamin-M.
Grandpa decides to go out alone. Ravi secretly follows him because his
Rising Action
mother wants him to keep an eye on him.
Ravi loses track of Grandpa and becomes worried. He searches for him but
Climax
cannot find him.
Falling Action Ravi returns home and discovers that Grandpa has already reached safely.
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