NCERT solutions for इंग्लिश पूर्वी कक्षा ८ chapter * - Wisdom Paves the Way [Latest edition]

Why do we seek advice of the elderly in our family? Share your thoughts with your classmates and teacher.

Knowledge is about learning facts and information, while wisdom is about using that knowledge with good judgement.

Work in pairs. Read the following situations and classify each one as either ‘knowledge’ or ‘wisdom’. One example has been done for you.

1. Riya’s understanding of plant care helped her grow a healthy vegetable garden in her backyard.
2. Mr. Kumar values time with family over chasing wealth.
3. Karuna’s expertise in computer programming helped her develop a successful app.
4. Rohan understood the value of time management and created a timetable to complete his assignments systematically.
5. Ramesh chose to forgive his friend for a misunderstanding.
6. Ms. Vaijayanthi delivered a lecture on Indian Classical music at the cultural festival.

Observe the picture carefully. What do you think might have happened? Share your answers with your classmates and teacher.

Complete the following sentence with suitable reason. Share your answer with your classmates and teacher.

Shiv Datt said, “I believe it has been over a week, perhaps even longer,” because ______.

Complete the following sentence with suitable reason. Share your answer with your classmates and teacher.

Dev Datt said, “Indeed, we ought to be united in this hope. That is why we press on towards Ujjain,” because ______.

Complete the following sentence with suitable reason. Share your answer with your classmates and teacher.

Har Datt said, “Look there, friends. A camel has passed this way. The tracks are fresh,” because ______.

Complete the following sentence with a suitable reason. Share your answer with your classmates and teacher.

Shiv Datt said, “It appears to be a merchant, running as if pursued by trouble,” because ______.

Complete the following sentence with a suitable reason. Share your answer with your classmates and teacher.

The merchant said, “How could you possibly know that? The poor creature has been unwell for two weeks now. Surely you are a healer!” because ______.

Complete the following sentence with a suitable reason. Share your answer with your classmates and teacher.

Dev Datt said, “You are free to do as you wish, sir. If the King desires our presence, we shall be waiting under that banyan tree yonder,” because ______.

Arrange the following events in order of their occurrence from Scene II of the play. One example has been done for you. Share your answers with your classmates and teacher.

1. The King makes the four young men his advisers, impressed by their skills.
2. Ram Datt explains how he infers from the tracks that the camel is lame.
3. The King asks the merchant to clearly state his accusation.
4. The King praises the young men for their observations and dismisses the merchant’s accusation.
5. Shiv Datt reveals that the camel is blind in its right eye as it had only chewed on the leaves on the left side of the road.
6. Dev Datt explains his observation about the camel’s pain and careful movement.
7. Har Datt clarifies how he knew that the camel has a short tail.
8. The merchant accuses the four men of knowing a lot about his missing camel.

Read the given extract and answer the questions that follow.

(i) Identify the false statement from the two given below and rectify it.

1. Dev Datt believes that finding employment is an easy task.
2. Ram Datt is confident that the King would recognise their talents.

(ii) What does Ram Datt’s confidence in gaining the King’s recognition tell us about him?

(iii) Complete the sentence given below with the correct option from those given.

In the line, ‘That’s why we press on towards Ujjain’, the phrase ‘press on’ refers to ______.

1. walking with heavy steps
2. moving forward with determination
3. slowing down frequently for rest
4. stopping briefly to save time

(iv) Har Datt says, “We need to devise a strategy.” What can be inferred about Har Datt’s character from his statement?

1. He is doubtful of their abilities and wants to give up.
2. He is eager to rush into the palace without preparation.
3. He is cautious and thoughtful, preferring to plan ahead.
4. He relies on others to make decisions for the group.

Read the given extract and answer the questions that follow.

(i) Select the option that is true for both Assertion (A) and Reason (R).

(A): The Merchant left the court feeling humbled and ashamed.

(R): The King commanded that the four wise men join his court.

1. Both (A) and (R) are true, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

(ii) Complete the following sentence by choosing the correct option.

The line, ‘See beyond the obvious’ means that the men had the ability to ______.

1. challenge common beliefs with reasoning
2. interpret information in traditional ways
3. notice details that others might overlook
4. predict what is going to happen in the future

(iii) Complete the following sentence with a suitable reason.

Ram Datt described the King’s offer as ‘an honour we had not dared to dream of’ because ______.

(iv) How does the King’s offer to the four men reflect his values as a ruler?

What does the dusty road leading to Ujjain tell us about the challenges of the young men’s journey?

Why did the merchant become suspicious of the four men? What does this tell us about him?

How do the four young men’s observations about the camel serve as a turning point in the play?

Why did the King believe the four young men and not the merchant?

How does the capability of the four young men make them suitable to become advisors?

Why does the merchant feel ashamed for accusing the four young men of stealing his camel? Explain in your own words.

Complete the sentence by filling in the noun form of the textual word given in the bracket.

Some word games need a lot of thought and ______. (deduce)

Complete the sentence by filling in the noun form of the textual word given in the bracket.

We need to make close ______ of animals in order to understand their behaviour. (observe)

Complete the sentence by filling in the noun form of the textual word given in the bracket.

A detailed ______ of the documents shows a lot of errors. (scrutinise)

Complete the sentence by filling in the noun form of the textual word given in the bracket.

You should not make any false ______ against anyone. (accuse)

Complete the sentence by filling in the noun form of the textual word given in the bracket.

She was given an award in ______ of her contribution to literature. (recognise)

Match the expressions in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2.

Now, make sentences using any five of the expressions from Column 1.

Match the different meanings of ‘face’ and ‘bear’ with the correct usage in the sentences given in the table below. (n. stands for the word noun and v. stands for the word verb.)

Match the highlighted words in the sentences in Column 1 with the functions they express in Column 2.

Complete the following story with modal verbs in the box given below by using the clues from the functions given within brackets.

An old man, known for his wisdom, lived in a small village. One day, a young boy asked him, “How 1. ______ (ability) I become wise like you?” The old man smiled and said, “Wisdom 2.______ (necessity) be earned through patience. You 3. ______ (suggestion) listen, more than you speak.” The boy thought for a while and replied, “It 4. ______ (weak possibility) take years, but I’ll try.” The old man nodded. “You 5. ______ (obligation) learn from your mistakes too. Wisdom 6. ______ (possibility) come slowly, but it always arrives for those who seek it.” The boy knew he 7. ______ (ability) become wise if he followed the old man’s advice.

Rewrite the following sentence using appropriate modal verbs. You may take clues from the highlighted word.

It is advisable for you to think before you speak.

Rewrite the following sentence using appropriate modal verbs. You may take clues from the highlighted word.

It is unnecessary to worry about things beyond your control.

Rewrite the following sentence using appropriate modal verbs. You may take clues from the highlighted word.

It is not possible for a person to gain experience without taking risks.

Rewrite the following sentence using appropriate modal verbs. You may take clues from the highlighted word.

It is essential to treat others with kindness, even when they disagree with you.

Rewrite the following sentence using appropriate modal verbs. You may take clues from the highlighted word.

It is not allowed to interrupt when someone else is speaking.

You will listen to four people sharing their thoughts on why they enjoy witty characters in stories. As you listen, match statements 1–6 given below to the speakers (i)–(iv). There are two statements you do not need.

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Work in pairs. Take turns to say the following sentences aloud by stressing on the highlighted words. Share the meanings of the sentences with each other and teacher.

• I take my dog for a walk in the evening.
• I take my dog for a walk in the evening.
• I take my dog for a walk in the evening.
• I take my dog for a walk in the evening.
• I take my dog for a walk in the evening.

Practise by saying the following sentences with the correct intonation.

• Good day, kind sirs.
• We regret to inform you that we do not know where it is.
• You describe it perfectly!
• You shall come with me to face the King!

You have observed that the kutcha road leading to your colony is in a very bad condition due to heavy rains. The potholes are dangerous for people and can lead to accidents. They also serve as a breeding ground for mosquitoes as there is stagnant water all around.

Write a letter of complaintto the Commissioner, Municipal Corporation or the Sarpanch, Gram Panchayat to look into the matter and take necessary action.

Follow the format of a formal letter and draft the letter with the help of cues given below.

Staging a play requires creativity, organisation, and teamwork.

Steps involved in staging a play:

1. Choose a play that suits your requirement of theme, duration, number of actors, and available resources.
2. Choose a director, a stage manager, a light and sound incharge, a props manager, a costume designer, and a makeup artist.
3. Hold auditions and decide the roles.
4. Read the script and plan stage movements, and positions for each scene.
5. Make a schedule for rehearsal.
6. Work on the set design (backdrop) and make or collect the required props.
7. Design or gather appropriate costumes.
8. Plan makeup and hairstyles to suit the play’s time period.
9. Check light and sound arrangements.
10. Hold a dress rehearsal including sound and light effects.
11. Promote the event through posters and pamphlets.
12. Organise the backstage with labelled props, costumes, and actors’ entrances or exits.
13. Present the play to the audience.

Now, present the enactment of the play ‘Wisdom Paves the Way’ with the help of the steps you have just read. Ensure you use the correct intonation and sentence stress.

Stories related to wit and wisdom have always fascinated the readers. Go to the library and read the stories associated with the following.