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प्रश्न
Notice these expression in the text. Infer their meaning from the context.
cairn of rocks
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उत्तर
cairn of rocks: a pile of stones that mark a special place such as the top of a mountain or a place where somebody is buried
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Attempt a character sketch of Mrs. Hall.
Read the following extract of the poem and complete the activities given below :
B1 State which of the following statements are
True or False :
(i) The elderly are nearest to our own exalted personality.
(ii) The elderly are those persons whose growth is stunted.
(iii) We should know our elderly people well, in order to receive guidance.
(iv) The elderly hold on to the frivolous aspects of life.
Elderly people should be around us. Justify.
(b) abb
(c) abba
Read the following passage and do the activities:
B1 Match:
Match the areas given in Column ‘A’ with the description of Mehendi design given in Column ‘B’:
| 'A' | 'B" | ||
| (i) | North African | (a) | A mix of Indo-Pakistani and Arabic design |
| (ii) | Indian | (b) | Delicate loops and curves, paisleys, teardrops |
| (iii) | Arabic | (c) | Geometrical images |
| (iv) | South Asian | (d) | Local textiles, paintings, and architecture |
Henna comes from the leaves of the plant Lawsonia inertias. The plant grows in hot and dry climes and is native to North Africa, the Indian subcontinent and the Middle East. The leaves of the plant are dried and crushed to powder. Various additives such as coffee decoction, tea, lime juice, Mehendi and eucalyptus oil are mixed with the henna powder to increase the potency of the dry, this also helps to bind the powder to a paste-like consistency. The mixture is applied through cones in intricate patterns depending on the region of use.
Album of Patterns
Four major styles can be found in the vast dictionary of Mehendi designs. Earlier the application was restricted to hand and feet, but the adoption of Mehendi by different cultures throughout the world has seen experimentation on different body parts including the neck naval and back.
North African patterns rely on geometrical images to trace the shape of hands and feet, Arabic designs borrow heavily from local textiles, paintings, and architecture. These are more spaced out, to allow the design to stand out boldly from the skin parts left untouched by henna. The Indian style comprises of delicate loops and curves, paisleys, teardrops and flowers that give a dainty filigreed glow-like effect. Though intricate patterning is the name of the game today, this trend took off in India only during the 20th century. The patterns preferred by the South Asian countries are mixed with Indo-Pakistani and Arabic design schemes. Chinese and Celtic symbols now find a place in the vast repertoire of Mehendi designs as well.
B2 Complete:
Complete the following and write:
(i) The procedure before applying henna _______
(ii) The reasons for using additives _______
(iii) The suitable climatic conditions for the henna plant _______
(iv) Mehendi is used on _______
B3 Find words:
Look at the following description and find out proper words from the passage and write:
(i) Existing naturally in the place : - n _______
(ii) Consist of something: - c _______
(iii) Delicate decoration made from gold, silver and copper wire: - f _______
(iv) Substance that is added in small quantity : - a _______
B4 Language study:
Fill in the blanks with suitable subordinators given in the box:
| as well as, so that, however, which |
(i) The mixture is applied through cones in intricate patterns _______ depend on the region of use.
(ii) The intricate pattern is the name of the game of today _______, this trend took off in India, recently.
(iii) North African pattern relies on geometrical images ______ they can trace the shape of hands and feet.
(iv) The patterns preferred by the South Asian countries are mixed with Indo-Pakistani _______ Arabic design schemes.
B5 Personal Response:
Which Mehendi design do you like? Why?
Answer the following question in 30-40 words:
“The sight of the food maddened him.” What does this suggest? (His First Fight)
Give reasons for the following statement.
The author was disappointed with Darchen.
The narrative has many phrases to describe the scenic beauty of the mountainside like:
A flawless half-moon flated in a perfect blue sky.
Scan the text to locate other such picturesque phrases.
We 'draw up a deed'. Complete the following phrase with an appropriate word.
________ends meet
Discuss in pairs or groups of four.
Replacing old machines with new is better than getting them repaired.
How does G. N. Devy bring out the importance of the oral literary tradition?
How does the nightingale's song plunge the poet into a state of ecstasy?
Make a list of words related to agriculture.
Write 3 to 4 lines about the following in your own words.
First Cardiac Surgery
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.
Complete the following web diagram.
Suggest what you would do in the following situation:
One particular friend of yours is always late for college, social functions, movies, etc. and delays everyone.
'It all builds on the charm of the 1967 film, which by itself is a must-watch for any child.'
Explain this sentence in the context of the movie, focusing on the two given phrases- 'Charm of the 1967 film' and 'must-watch'.
State the difference between drama and novel.
The description of the character is given below. Identify the character from the play. Find some sentences which support your choice.
He is a brave but irresponsible person.
Visit a library:
Read more stories from Japan, China, and Korea.
Answer the following question in one sentence.
What should human beings do in order to make progress?
Write a short note on the following:
Prince Siddharth’s protected life.
Write about what you would like to do if ‘Time’ was your friend.
Read the following proverb that has a biblical reference.
‘Do unto others as you would have others do unto you.’ Now find at least 5 other proverbs/ axioms/quotations which convey the same message. Search the internet/dictionary of proverbs.
Find the names of the exotic musical instruments and animals mentioned in the poem.
Say whether you agree or disagree.
The children showed disinterest even in the bachelor’s story-telling, throughout.
Say whether you agree or disagree.
The wolf could not trace Bertha because she was behind a myrtle bush.
Fill in the blank choosing the appropriate word/idiom from the lesson.
He was dizzy and he ______ the room.
How did the middle brother use rice?
Discuss how you will measure the worth of a friend.
What more difficulties would they have to face, if the roads are not cleared?
Guess the meaning of the following word in the poem.
lined
What is meant by 'Honour the white cane'?
Find out the difference between the fingerspelling method, sign language and Braille.
What does 'Rangaawali' mean?
Answer the question in a paragraph of about 100 – 150 word.
Narrate how Prospero made his enemies repent to restore his dukedom.
What woke up the mother?
The rich man was from...
Read the data below and answer the following question.
Choose the correct answer.
What is the difference between the percentage of women working in logistics and Medicine?
Write about Hamid in one or two sentences.
Have you ever had a strange dream? Share your dream in the class.
He preferred handling mail by himself.
Read the “Story of Self Sacrifice and Bravery” once again and complete the flow chart.
How did Grandfather’s dream come true?
Where did Raj’s mother send him?
Identify the sports and the sports personalities from the lesson and fill in the table.
| Sports | Name of the player & Field of sports | Awards |
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There is a connection between the rhyming words and rhythms of the train. Present your views about it.
They all stood around the little jewel of blue means______.
Why did the family move to Patna?
Which planet has red storm?
Why does the poet fly out of the universe?
Why did the girl reply haughtily?
Anitha shares her experience about______.
Where did Anitha go?
They would rest on the tree.
What made him frightened?
Who were the friends referred in the story?
Moles dig ______ to catch earth worms.
Read the passage 3 times and colour the medal each time.
The school was decorated for the Annual Sports Day. The children came to the running track to cheer the runners. The next event was 800 meters running. Megala was in the race. She wanted to win the race, but the other runners were district and divisional winners. The race started. All had to finish two laps. At the end of the first lap, Megala was in the fifth place. Suddenly, she fell on the ground. Everyone ran to help her. But before that she got up and started to run. All children and teachers cheered her. She had come last, but the headmaster gave her a special prize.
Do you think Nasruddin was good at archery?
