NCERT Class 2 English Mridang: Chapter 11 — The Smart Monkey
This chapter, 'The Smart Monkey,' from NCERT Class 2 English Mridang, tells a simple story about two friends, Anju and Farida. They go to the market, buy various items including groundnuts and juice, and then rest under a tree. Unbeknownst to them, a monkey is watching from above. The story highlights the monkey's intelligence as it observes the girls eating and discarding their waste. After the girls finish their groundnuts and juice, the monkey cleverly climbs down and disposes of its banana peel into a nearby dustbin, demonstrating good environmental habits. This chapter aims to teach young learners about observation, actions, and responsible behavior in a relatable narrative.
Quick info
| Board | CBSE / NCERT |
|---|---|
| Class | Class 2 |
| Subject | English |
| Book | Mridang |
| Chapter | Chapter 11 — The Smart Monkey |
| Language | English |
| PDF type | NCERT Textbook |
| Session | CBSE 2026 |
| Reading time | 1 minute |
| Word count | 167 |
Learning outcomes
- Understand a simple narrative about animals and children.
- Identify actions and consequences in a story.
- Learn about responsible waste disposal.
- Develop reading comprehension skills for Class 2 level.
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| market | a place where people buy and sell goods |
| bottle | a container for liquids |
| packet | a folded paper or thin material containing something |
| groundnuts | peanuts |
| juice | the liquid extracted from fruits or vegetables |
| bench | a long seat for several people |
| monkey | a primate known for its agility and intelligence |
| branch | a part of a tree growing out from the trunk or main stem |
| peeled | removed the skin or outer covering of a fruit or vegetable |
| dustbin | a container for rubbish or waste |
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Practice questions
- What did Anju and Farida buy at the market? Answer: Anju bought a bag and Farida bought a water bottle. They also bought a packet of groundnuts and a bottle of juice.
- Where did they sit to rest? Answer: They sat on a bench under a tree.
- What did the monkey have? Answer: The monkey had a banana.
- What did the monkey do with the banana peel? Answer: The monkey threw the banana peel into the dustbin.
Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the chapter about the monkey?
The chapter is called 'The Smart Monkey'.
Which NCERT book is this chapter from?
This chapter is from the NCERT Class 2 English book, Mridang.
Who are the main characters in the story?
The main characters are two friends, Anju and Farida, and a monkey.
What did the monkey do that was smart?
The monkey threw its banana peel into the dustbin, showing it was smart and tidy.
What lesson can we learn from the monkey?
We can learn to keep our surroundings clean by throwing trash in the dustbin.
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NCERT Class 2 English — Mridang — Chapter 11 — The Smart Monkey. Verified by NCERT Help Editorial Team. Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026. Last updated 10 Aug 2026.