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Make a poster of any natural disaster, giving details about the devastation caused.
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Title: Tsunami - The Giant Wave of Destruction
ЁЯМК What is a Tsunami?
A tsunami is a series of large waves caused by an underwater earthquake, volcanic eruption, or landslide. These waves travel at high speeds and cause massive destruction when they reach the shore.
Devastation Caused
Loss of Lives: Thousands of people lose their lives due to drowning and injuries.
ЁЯФ╣ Property Damage: Entire towns and cities are swept away, leaving people homeless.
ЁЯФ╣ Economic Loss: Severe damage to infrastructure, crops, and industries.
ЁЯФ╣ Impact on Nature: Flooding of coastal areas, destruction of wildlife habitats, and soil erosion.
Example:
The 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami claimed over 230,000 lives across multiple countries, including Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, and Thailand.
Stay Prepared!
ЁЯФ╣ Move to higher ground immediately if a tsunami warning is issued.
ЁЯФ╣ Stay away from coastal areas.
ЁЯФ╣ Follow emergency guidelines and alerts.
ЁЯФ╣ Keep an emergency kit ready.
ЁЯУв Be Aware, Stay Safe!
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Read the following extract and answer the questions given below :
They whisper like drizzle
as they roam the streets
with a lost gaze as though
something they had thrown up
never returned to earth.
They shiver like December nights
in their dreamless sleep
on shop verandahs.
(1) Why do the old women in this extract roam the streets?
(2) What would you like to do for the betterment of the old people?
(3) Find out an example of 'onomatopoeia' from the first stanza of the extract.
(4) Pick out the expressions from the extract showing the sad situation of the old women.
What social and ecological benefits of planting a tree does the poet refer to?
Which literary device is used in the last two lines:
Tinkling, luminous, tender, and clear, Like her bridal laughter and bridal tear.
Explain the use of words like ‘fluttering’ and ‘dancing’ as used by the poet.
See if you understand what the following words that are parts of a house mean. Look up the dictionary if you don't.
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parlour |
foyer |
lounge |
porch |
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lobby |
attic |
portico |
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Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar has cited the quotes by John Stuart Mill and Daniel O’Connel. Go through the lesson and write down 4 to 5 lines for each of them.
Column A shows your involvement in growing a tree, as well as the stages in the life of a tree. Column B shows the feelings you experience at all stages. Match them appropriately.
| A | B | ||
| 1. | You planted a sapling. | a. | Gave you a feeling of joy to see the promising future. |
| 2. | You watered the plant. | b. | The new experience brought excitement to you. |
| 3. | You saw the shoot for the first time. | c. | You were happy and satisfied because you experienced what you had often heard, that a small beginning can lead to great achievements. |
| 4. | You fenced the plant. | d. | The colour, symbolizing life, gave you a feeling of hope. |
| 5. | The plant gradually saw lush green leaves grow on it. | e. | You wanted to make a humble beginning. |
| 6. | The tree had buds too. | f. | Your motive was to protect it. |
| 7. | Birds made a nest on the tree which was fully grown and laden with flowers. | g. | You cared for it. |
Think and write in your own words.
Why do you think, birds greet the autumn season gladly?
Write in your own words:-
Which two facts show that the poet is confident of overcoming his irrational feeling?
Draft Letter for the following.
You are Sadasivam. You recently visited your native town in Vellore. You happened to accompany your grandmother to your family temple. You were shocked to notice the poor condition and maintenance of the temple. Write a letter to the Editor of the local newspaper highlighting the poor condition of the temple. Also, give some suggestions and request the HRC to take steps to improve the situation.
