CBSE Class 11 · English · Hornbill / Snapshots
Birth
Chapter summary, hard words and model exam answers for Class 11 English.
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About the author
A.J. Cronin (The Citadel). Dr Andrew Manson revives stillborn baby after forceps delivery - restores breath and professional confidence.
Summary
Susan Morgan's difficult labour; Joe waits.
Susan Morgan's difficult labour; Joe waits.
Lifeless boy after forceps; mother weak.
Lifeless boy after forceps; mother weak.
Andrew recalls past stillbirth failure.
Andrew recalls past stillbirth failure.
Hot and cold water, rubbing, breathing.
Hot and cold water, rubbing, breathing.
Chest heaves; child lives.
Chest heaves; child lives.
Joe weeps; Andrew staggers out vindicated.
Joe weeps; Andrew staggers out vindicated.
Hard words & meanings
| forceps | delivery tool |
| stillborn | born dead |
| resuscitation | revival |
| pallor | paleness |
| staggered | walked weakly |
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