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प्रश्न
The tone of the poet is sarcastic. When he writes ‘All spaces are gridded filled with permutations of possibilities’ he intends to indicate the efforts made by the planner to exploit every available piece of land without any consideration of harming nature or violating attachments of people to places. Make pairs/groups and find out some more sarcastic lines having the same effect.
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उत्तर
Some more sarcastic lines from the extract are as follows:
…linked by bridges all hang in the grace of mathematics. Though these lines seem appreciative of the planners, they are actually not intended as praise. The fact, that the poet means the opposite of what he has written, makes these lines sarcastic.
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We sang our school fight song dozens of times – en route to Arlington National cemetery, and even on an afternoon cruise down the Potomac River. We visited the Lincoln Memorial twice, once in day – light, the second time at dusk. My classmates and I fell silent as we walked in the shadows of those 36 marble columns, one for every state in the Union that Lincoln laboured to preserve. I stood next to Frank at the base of the 19 foot seated statue. Spotlights made the white Georgian marble seem to glow. Together we read famous words from Lincoln’s speech at Gettysburg remembering the most bloody battle in the war between the status : “………….we here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain – that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom………..”
As Frank motioned me into place to take my picture, I took one last look at Lincoln’s face. He seemed alive and so terribly sad.
The next morning I understand a little better why he wasn’t smiling. “Clifton,” a chaperone said, “could I see you for a moment?”
(1) When did the boys visit Lincoln Memorial?
(2) What made the Georgian marble glow?
(3) What did the words: “………. We here highly resolve that these dead shall not have died in vain – that this nation, under God, shall have a new birth of freedom …………” remind them?
(4) Do you believe in building memorials? What kind should they be, if your answer is ‘yes’? If no, give reasons why you do not believe in memorials?
Answer the following question in 120 – 150 words:
How do you perceive Dr. Kemp based on his interaction with Griffin ? (The Invisible Man)
Answer any four of the following questions in 30-40 words each:
(a) What did Franz wonder about when he entered the class that day?
(b) What shocking experience did Douglas have at YMCA pool?
(c) Why does Kamala Das compare her mother to 'a pale winter's moon'?
(d) What rich bountry has the heaven given us? (A Thing of Beauty)
(e) Why did the Maharaja have to pay a bill of three lakh rupees to the British jewellers?
(f) What problem did Roger Skunk face when he went to play with his friends. How did he solve it?
Notice these expressions in the text. Infer their meaning from the context.
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the thought was almost revolting
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an expanse of pure white serenity
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a turning-point
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accepted her seclusion with resignation
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a veritable bedlam of chirrupings
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frivolous rebukes
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the sagging skins of the dilapidated drum
How is the father’s helplessness brought out in the poem?
Notice these expression in the text. Infer their meaning from the context.
billowed
Notice the kind of English Tsetan uses while talking to the author. How do you think he picked it up?
You will probably agree that this story does not have breathless adventure and exciting action. Then what in your opinion makes it interesting?
What were the voices that Paul heard? Did they lead him to success in the real sense?
What was the importance of the watch to the author?
Identify some of the improbable images the author has used to effect greater humour.
What two things are compared in the poem?
What does the reference to raw mythology imply?
Read the following statement and mark those that apply to you.
I have a small group of close friends and have no wish to interact with anyone else.
Read the story and complete the following.
Revathi won the prize for the ‘Best plant’ because, ____________.
Discuss with your partner and describe the atmosphere in the woods when Mrs. Adis didn’t hand over Peter Crouch to the keepers because -
- _________________
- _________________
- _________________
Complete the phrase using a word from the poem.
______ march
There are some dialogues that are short, but quite effective. They give us enjoyment and add beauty to the main story. Find some more from the text.
State whether the following statement is True or False:
Both Demetrius and Lysander fight for Hermia.
Who was Shalihotra?
Read about the novel ‘Robinson Crusoe’ by Daniel Defoe and ‘Gulliver’s Travels’ by Jonathan Swift.
Form pairs. Complete the following table through discussions.
| Occupation | Necessary Qualities | Reasons |
| Student | ||
| Teacher | ||
| Housewife | ||
| Sportsman | ||
| Artist | ||
| Singer | ||
| Author | ||
| Umpire | ||
| Actor | ||
| Scientist |
Hold a mock trial for the following offence. There should be a complainant, a defendant, and lawyers to argue the case on behalf of them. The whole class can vote to pass the judgment. On what occasions will you plead for justice? What punishment will you suggest? When will you plead for mercy?
A poor man stole some ornaments from a rich girl.
What did the Clean Brigade do?
Read the passage and name the following.
He led the defense of Troy for nine years.
Gather more information about the following from your Science textbook, the internet, and other sources.
Gravitational force
Answer the following question and write in short, why the parody sounds funny.
Is the bee a gentle creature? Is the crocodile gentle?
An announcement can be made in every class, orally. Or, it can be put up on the school notice-board. Discuss and decide what method should be used for the announcement given here.
Oral aanouncement
Name the following.
Ruler of Germany.
Find out how the following game is played.
Football
Why does the poet say that the dewdrops greet the dawn?
Do you long to be something else? Write about your longing.
Read the following line from the poem and answer the question that follow.
So let the way wind up the hill or down, O'er rough or smooth, the journey will be joy: Still seeking what I sought when but a boy, New friendship, high adventure, and a crown,
- How is the way of life?
- How should be the journey of life?
- What did the poet seek as a boy?
Identify the character or speaker.
I will soon move you.
Who was Caliban? What was he employed for?
What are the three rules given by the bird?
And whether their station be high or humble,…
Pick out the alliteration from the above line.
They may have______ in______.
- soft
- vain
- fear
- joy
- love
- heard
- toiled
- mild
- good
- sand
- life
- harsh
He exercised with Louise every day.
Turtles are different from tortoises.
Fill in the table given below.
| S. No | Problems faced by the hatchlings | Effect | Solution |
| 1. | Pollution | Survival of sea turtles becomes difficult. | Reduce the usage of plastics. |
| 2. | Predators | ||
| 3. | Human Activities |
A turtle’s flippers help it to ______.
When the author returned from England to Dehradun, he found Grandfather's dream had come true because the______.
Read the lines and answer the question given below.
Here is a child who clambers and scrambles,
All by himself and gathering brambles;
- Where do you think the child is?
- What does ‘gathering brambles’ mean?
Complete the sentence given below with word/phrase.
The buffalo ______ in the hole.
Work in pair, find answer for the question and share in the class.
Which word refers to ‘rain’?.
The boy was rather unsympathetic to his sister.
Imagine you are the girl and give a different ending to the story.
Look at the picture and Choose the correct word.
What would we do when we are happy or sad?
Mother nature gives everything for all ______.
Whose hospitality is described in the poem?
What wins the hearts?
Choose the best answer.
Suddenly there was a______.
Who were the friends referred in the story?
Moles bite and ______ the earth worms.
When do you feel proud?
How many marks did he score in his 12th board exam?
Choose the right word.
Tansen was a famous ______.
Pick out word which mean the same as
place or fix (para 2)
