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प्रश्न
Examine the communication channels in the story between Basset and Paul's uncle.
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उत्तर
Bassett and uncle Creswell shared a bond since long back. However, as Bassett had promised to Paul he never told about his betting to uncle Oscar as well. But later he found himself explaining things to Creswell and the three of them became partners.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow:
The term dietary fibres refers collectively to indigestible carbohydrates present in plant foods. The importance of these dietary fibres came into the picture when it was observed that the people having diet rich in these fibres, had low incidence of coronary heart disease, irritable bowel syndrome, dental caries and gall stones.
The foodstuffs rich in these dietary fibres are cereals and grains, legumes, fruits with seeds, citrus fruits, carrots, cabbage, green leafy vegetables, apples, melons, peaches, pears etc.
These dietary fibres are not digested by the enzymes of the stomach and the small intestine whereas most of other carbohydrates like starch and sugar are digested and absorbed. The dietary fibres have the property of holding water and because of it, these get swollen and behave like a sponge as these pass through the gastrointestinal tract. The fibres add bulk to the diet and increase transit time in the gut. Some of these fibres may undergo fermentation in the colon.
In recent years, it has been considered essential to have some amount of fibres in the diet. Their beneficial effects lie in preventing coronary heart disease, and decreasing cholesterol level. The fibres like gums and pectin are reported to decrease postprandial (after meals) glucose level in blood. These types of dietary fibres are recommended for the management of certain types of diabetes. Recent studies have shown that the fenugreek (Methi) seeds, which contain 40 per cent gum, are effective in decreasing blood glucose and cholesterol levels as compared to other gum containing vegetables.
Some dietary fibres increase transit time and decrease the time of release of ingested food in colon. The diet having less fibres is associated with colon cancer and the dietary fibres may play a role in decreasing the risk of it.
The dietary fibres hold water so that stools are soft, bulky and readily eliminated. Therefore high fibre intake prevents or relieves constipation.
The fibres increase motility of the small intestine and the colon and by decreasing the transit time there is less time for exposure of the mucosa to harmful toxic substances. Therefore, there is a less desire to eat and the energy intake can be maintained within the range of requirement. This phenomenon helps in keeping a check on obesity. Another reason in helping to decrease obesity is that the high-fibre diets have somewhat lower coefficients of digestibility.
The dietary fibres may have some adverse effects on nutrition by binding some trace metals like calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc and others and therefore preventing their proper absorption. This may pose a possibility of nutritional deficiency especially when diets contain marginal levels of mineral elements. This may become important constraints on increasing dietary fibres. It is suggested that an intake of 40 grams dietary fibres per day is desirable.
(Extracted from ‘The Tribune’)
(a) On the basis of your reading of the above passage make notes on it in points only, using recognizable abbreviations wherever necessary. Also suggest a suitable title.
(b) Write a summary of the above in about 80 words.
Answer any three of the following in 30-40 words each:
(a) Why has the poet’s mother been compared to the ‘late winter’s moon’?
(b) The poet says, ‘And yet, for these Children, these windows, not this map, their world.’ Which world do these children belong to? Which world is inaccessible to them?
(c) What was the plea of the folk who had put up the roadside stand?
(d) What will happen to Aunt Jennifer’s tigers when she is dead?
(i) The interest of Maharashtra and that of India should be one for the progress of Maharashtra state, because ................
Which language do you use to talk to elderly relatives in your family?
What does “this circumstance” refer to?
List the steps taken by the captain
(i) to protect the ship when rough weather began.
(ii) to check the flooding of the water in the ship.
Notice these expression in the text. Infer their meaning from the context.
ducking back
Notice these expression in the text. Infer their meaning from the context.
manoeuvres
Give reasons for the following statement.
The author was disappointed with Darchen.
Discuss in pairs or in small groups
The description of novels as organisms.
Read the extract 'Being Neighborly' and complete the following statement:
To Jo, the fine house seemed like ______.
Say why the speaker of the poem wishes to be a -
gardener
Make a list of words related to agriculture.
The special thread for kite - flying is sharpened by adding sugar and glass pieces.
Think and answer in your own words.
'Beauty' in stanza 5 to 6 can refer to a beautiful maiden as well as nature itself. Explain when and how nature ‘dances’ and also 'smiles'.
Go through the poem and state whether the following statement is true or false.
Planners take public consent for the alterations they make in the old structures of the city.
The emperor-bee supervises the building of ______.
Do as directed. (Make sure you do not change the meaning and tense of the sentence).
I am proud of you. (Rewrite using the noun form of the underlined word).
Fill in the gap, choosing a word from the bracket to make an appropriate comparison.
(tall / quiet / humble / merry / busy / slippery / fast / sly / slow / big)
as ______ as a mouse.
Form groups and discuss the following statements, in the context of the extract.
‘If he is indeed wise, he does not bid you to enter the house of his wisdom, but rather leads you to the threshold of your own mind’ Kahlil Gibran.
Write a short note on the following:
Veterinary Science in Ancient India.
Form pairs. Complete the following table through discussions.
| Occupation | Necessary Qualities | Reasons |
| Student | ||
| Teacher | ||
| Housewife | ||
| Sportsman | ||
| Artist | ||
| Singer | ||
| Author | ||
| Umpire | ||
| Actor | ||
| Scientist |
List the various people and places mentioned in the passage. The places Milo visits and the people he meets have unusual names. Write the meanings of those names.
The Emperor says he had realised earlier that Abdul has great talent. Does this tally with his actions? Give your opinion.
Find three lines, that contain images of nature in the autumn season.
During daytime
- _______________________
- _______________________
- _______________________
Write the symbol that is used in the poem to represent the following idea.
I made a rare choice.
Often the brook speaks of itself as if it is human.
For example, 'I bicker down a valley.'
Find two other examples of the human activities of the brook.
Say whether you agree or disagree.
The bachelor had narrated an improper story to the children.
Do you know of similar stories in your mother tongue or in other languages? Narrate it in short.
Fill in the blank choosing the appropriate word/idiom from the lesson.
The ______ solved the mysterious crime.
What did Gopal Bhand say he was doing?
Read the poem and answer the following.
What are the two different ways of eating strawberries?
Find out how the following game is played.
Badminton
Write other meaningful words that begin/end with footprint.
Read the highlighted words. They are adverbs.
- I was pulling hard.
- They ran away.
- Later, I was taken to the city.
- I went very carefully.
- They were greatly pleased.
Write a short note/story based on the ill effects of pollution.
- Form groups of 5–8. Then make pairs of groups. Decide which group will be hosts and which will be guests. Arrange mock parties in the classroom so that the roles of hosts and guests can actually be played out.
- Later on, hold groupwise discussions on how your party went. Make lists of the tips you followed and those you forgot to follow.
What is meant by being ‘offline’?
How did Helen overcome her handicaps?
What were Chulongs plans for the bird?
Identify the speaker/character.
‘ The one that spits deadly poison straight into its opponent’s eyes.’
Mention at least two expressions which shows that Mrs. Krishnan was not willing to have Zigzag at home?
In what ways are we doing injustice to nature?
What is as sharp as a blade?
What did she sell to support her family?
What does the phrase ‘presence of mind’ mean? Explain the phrase using Muthu’s action.
Write the story in your own words
One of the Lilliputians gave a ten minutes talk in Gulliver’s language.
What does it sing?
Connect the rhyming words.
| strong | tall |
| call | sack |
| back | along |
What does a DIY kid refer to?
Choose the correct option from the given homophones.
What did you ______ at the store?
What did they use as net?
Identify the character/speaker.
He set the fish free.
Did they find a new country?
Read the advertisement and answer the question given below.
What is free, for LED TV?
Rani thought of herself as a _______ engineer.
The Delhi government did not allow blind children to study Science after ____________.
What would you have done if your grandmother would have slipped?
How should teenagers guard against cyber crimes?
