The Last Lesson
A Project on the Short Story by
Alphonse Daudet
Name: [Your Name]
Class / Section: [Your Class]
School Name: [Your School]
Index
• 1. Acknowledgement
• 2. Certificate
• 3. Objectives
• 4. About the Author
• 5. Introduction
• 6. Action Plan
• 7. Project Report
• 8. Conclusion
• 9. Reflection
Acknowledgement
• I would like to express my sincere gratitude to
my English teacher for guiding me through this
project. I also thank my parents and friends
for their support and encouragement during
the completion of this presentation.
Certificate
• This is to certify that [Your Name] of Class [X]
has successfully completed the project titled
“The Last Lesson” as part of the academic
curriculum for the session 20XX–20XX.
• (Signature & Stamp)
Objectives
• - To understand the key message of The Last
Lesson.
• - To learn about the impact of language and
culture on identity.
• - To explore the historical background of the
story.
• - To reflect on the importance of education
and patriotism.
About the Author
• Alphonse Daudet (1840–1897)
• - French novelist and short story writer.
• - Known for his simple yet emotional
storytelling.
• - “The Last Lesson” is one of his most
celebrated works, highlighting the importance
of language and national pride.
Introduction
• The Last Lesson is set during the Franco-
Prussian War.
• It tells the story of Franz, a schoolboy in
Alsace, who comes to school to find out it is
their last French lesson.
• The Prussians have taken over and banned the
teaching of French.
• The teacher, M. Hamel, delivers a powerful
final lesson.
Action Plan
• - Read and analyze the story.
• - Research historical background.
• - Create summaries and note key points.
• - Prepare the PPT with sections: author,
analysis, reflection, etc.
Project Report
• The story conveys themes of patriotism,
identity, and loss.
• M. Hamel’s passion for the French language
shows the importance of preserving one’s
culture.
• Franz realizes too late how valuable his
language and education were.
• The community's regret reflects their sudden
awakening.
Conclusion
• The Last Lesson is a moving reminder of the
value of language and freedom.
• It teaches us to not take education for
granted.
• It is a call to preserve culture and heritage in
the face of adversity.
Reflection
• I learned how important language is in
shaping our identity.
• The emotional impact of the story helped me
appreciate my education more.
• It made me think about the sacrifices of
teachers and the importance of paying
attention to what we learn.
Bibliography
• - NCERT English Textbook
• - Reference Notes from [Your School or
Website]
• - Author Biography: Britannica & Wikipedia
• - Historical Context: History.com
• - Teacher's Lecture Notes

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  • 1.
    The Last Lesson AProject on the Short Story by Alphonse Daudet Name: [Your Name] Class / Section: [Your Class] School Name: [Your School]
  • 2.
    Index • 1. Acknowledgement •2. Certificate • 3. Objectives • 4. About the Author • 5. Introduction • 6. Action Plan • 7. Project Report • 8. Conclusion • 9. Reflection
  • 3.
    Acknowledgement • I wouldlike to express my sincere gratitude to my English teacher for guiding me through this project. I also thank my parents and friends for their support and encouragement during the completion of this presentation.
  • 4.
    Certificate • This isto certify that [Your Name] of Class [X] has successfully completed the project titled “The Last Lesson” as part of the academic curriculum for the session 20XX–20XX. • (Signature & Stamp)
  • 5.
    Objectives • - Tounderstand the key message of The Last Lesson. • - To learn about the impact of language and culture on identity. • - To explore the historical background of the story. • - To reflect on the importance of education and patriotism.
  • 6.
    About the Author •Alphonse Daudet (1840–1897) • - French novelist and short story writer. • - Known for his simple yet emotional storytelling. • - “The Last Lesson” is one of his most celebrated works, highlighting the importance of language and national pride.
  • 7.
    Introduction • The LastLesson is set during the Franco- Prussian War. • It tells the story of Franz, a schoolboy in Alsace, who comes to school to find out it is their last French lesson. • The Prussians have taken over and banned the teaching of French. • The teacher, M. Hamel, delivers a powerful final lesson.
  • 8.
    Action Plan • -Read and analyze the story. • - Research historical background. • - Create summaries and note key points. • - Prepare the PPT with sections: author, analysis, reflection, etc.
  • 9.
    Project Report • Thestory conveys themes of patriotism, identity, and loss. • M. Hamel’s passion for the French language shows the importance of preserving one’s culture. • Franz realizes too late how valuable his language and education were. • The community's regret reflects their sudden awakening.
  • 10.
    Conclusion • The LastLesson is a moving reminder of the value of language and freedom. • It teaches us to not take education for granted. • It is a call to preserve culture and heritage in the face of adversity.
  • 11.
    Reflection • I learnedhow important language is in shaping our identity. • The emotional impact of the story helped me appreciate my education more. • It made me think about the sacrifices of teachers and the importance of paying attention to what we learn.
  • 12.
    Bibliography • - NCERTEnglish Textbook • - Reference Notes from [Your School or Website] • - Author Biography: Britannica & Wikipedia • - Historical Context: History.com • - Teacher's Lecture Notes