“Expert Detectives” is about Nishad and Maya. They’re curious about Mr Nath, a lonely man. Maya thinks he’s a crook hiding money. Nishad feels sorry and gives him chocolate. They argue but try to solve the mystery.
1. Introduction to the Story
- Who Nishad and Maya Are:
- Nishad is a seven-year-old boy called Seven.
- Maya is his ten-year-old sister.
- Why They’re Curious:
- They want to know about Mr Nath.
- They wonder if he’s a crook hiding.
- How It Starts:
- Their marble rolls into Mr Nath’s room.
- Nishad gets a chance to see him.
2. First Thoughts About Mr Nath
- He says Mr Nath doesn’t look like a monster.
- He thinks Mr Nath is thin and poor.
- She says he can’t be poor if he’s a crook.
- She thinks he hides money in his room.
- Nishad doubts Mr Nath is a criminal.
- Maya is sure he is and has lots of cash.
3. Mr Nath’s Details
- Maya thinks he got scars in a police fight.
- Nishad says their mom calls them burn scars.
- Mr Mehta says Ramesh brings him meals.
- Maya says this proves he’s not starving.
- Nishad asks how he pays without a job.
- Maya says he has hidden treasure.
4. Nishad Meets Mr Nath
- On a Monday after their mom’s birthday.
- Nishad goes to the clinic with her.
- He knocks on Mr Nath’s door loudly.
- He gives Mr Nath a chocolate bar.
- Mr Nath asks if he lost another marble.
- He takes the chocolate but doesn’t invite Nishad in.
- He feels bad seeing Mr Nath so thin.
- He thinks Mr Nath is starving.
5. Talking to Ramesh
- He goes to the restaurant downstairs.
- He asks Ramesh about Mr Nath.
- Ramesh takes two meals daily to Mr Nath.
- He also brings two cups of tea.
- She calls Nishad a detective for this.
- She’s upset she missed the visit.
6. Maya’s Detective Work
- Maya writes a list to catch Mr Nath.
- She calls it “Catching a Crook.”
- His name is Mr Nath, maybe not real.
- People call him mad and unfriendly.
- He doesn’t talk much or get letters.
- He’s lived in Shankar House over a year.
- He stays in his room all day, no job.
- Kids and some adults fear him.
7. The Sunday Visitor
- A fat, spectacled man comes on Sundays.
- He has lunch with Mr Nath.
- She says he’s Mr Nath’s crime partner.
- He brings money from their loot.
- He says at least Mr Nath has one friend.
- He feels sorry for Mr Nath’s loneliness.
8. Their Fight
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- He doesn’t like Maya calling Mr Nath a crook.
- He says a bad man wouldn’t tip Ramesh well.
- She says Mr Nath bribes Ramesh to stay quiet.
- She gets fed up with Nishad’s attitude.
- Nishad wants Maya to stop her crook idea.
- Maya shouts he’s making her mad.
9. Comprehension Check
- Nishad gives him a chocolate bar.
- He feels sorry for Mr Nath’s thin look.
- A fat man visits Mr Nath every Sunday.
- No one else comes other days.
- Nishad and Maya get a holiday.
- It’s because of their mom’s birthday.
10. Question and Answers
- What Does Nishad Find Out About Mr Nath from Ramesh? Arrange the Information as Suggested Below:
- He eats two meals daily.
- Meals are morning and evening.
- He drinks tea twice, morning and evening.
- He pays cash and tips Ramesh well.
- Why Does Maya Think Mr Nath Is a Crook? Who Does She Say the Sunday Visitor Is?:
- She thinks he hides money and has no job.
- She says the Sunday visitor is his crime partner.
- Does Nishad Agree with Maya About Mr Nath? How Does He Feel About Him?:
- No, he doesn’t think Mr Nath is a crook.
- He feels sorry and thinks he’s lonely.
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