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The poem describes the beauty of Nature. Make a list of careers that are related to Nature, the environment, and the forest. One is done for you.

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The poem describes the beauty of Nature. Make a list of careers that are related to Nature, the environment, and the forest. One is done for you.

  1. Forest Department - (Forest officer, Ranger, etc.)
  2. .....................................
  3. .....................................
  4. .....................................
  5. .....................................
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उत्तर

  1. Forest Department - (Forest officer, Ranger, etc.)
  2. Environmental Science - (Ecologist, Environmental Scientist, Researcher)
  3. Wildlife Conservation - (Wildlife Biologist, Conservationist, Animal Rescue Worker)
  4. Agriculture & Horticulture - (Agronomist, Horticulturist, Organic Farmer)
  5. Nature Tourism - (Wildlife Photographer, Nature Guide, Eco-tourism Expert)
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पाठ 2.3: There is Another Sky - Brainstorming [पृष्ठ ८०]

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पाठ 2.3 There is Another Sky
Brainstorming | Q (A8) | पृष्ठ ८०

संबंधित प्रश्‍न

A1. Choose two sentences that appropriately mention the theme of the passage :

(1) The extract deals with the writer’s concern over Chaitanya's handicap.
(2) The extract depicts the writer’s proud feelings towards her son’s achievement.
(3) The extract deals with how Chaitanya made the writer see positively towards life.
(4) The extract deals with how the writer helps Chaitanya to buy the bus ticket.

          Early in 1997-98, when he returned from state-level inter-school sports, he had two prizes to his credit and a silver medal. He had won his laurels in athletic events and the silver medal in a running race.
         When I saw the prizes and read the citation Chaitanya had received, I was stupefied, in total disbelief, then–hugged him, kissed him and cried unabashedly to my heart’s content. That day, I cried for the first time out of joy and a sense of being vindicated. Without practice, he had competed with approximately 1,800 children drawn from various schools all over the state. He was subsequently selected for the marathon race, but he could not participate due to a health problem. “Maybe next year, he would”, I assured myself. And I, as his proud mother, would proudly chronicle his future achievements and success to inspire other - mothers of the world.
                 Looking back at my own life, I feel that it is the spirit with which we can accept our life gracefully is what
matters ultimately; and it is love that nourishes us. All other things are unimportant. Chaitanya has made me look inwards. His handicap doesn’t disturb me any longer. He and I shall live with it and still be happy. The mental strength which he has given to me is inexhaustible.
         One day, as both of us got onto a public transport bus, Chaitanya offered to buy the tickets for us.
           “One full, one half ”, he said to the conductor beaming with joy.
               Looking at him, I wondered whether he was really only a half? An incomplete person? Was I really full?
Complete in all respects? Why do then normal people feel that they are ‘full’ and others like Chaitanya are ‘half’ or incomplete? Chaitanya’s world is complete in itself, pure and innocent while our lives are full of deceit, jealousies, ill-feelings. 

A2. Point out - 

Point out two instances where you find Chaitanya's victory over his disability. 

A3. Give reasons - 

Chaitanya’s silver medal in a running race was very special for the writer, because :
(i) __________________
(ii) __________________ 

A4. Vocabulary - 

Match the pairs of the words in column ‘A’ with their meanings in column ‘B’: 

  Column ‘A’   Column ‘B’
(1) stupefied (a) official statement about the special act of courage
(2) chronicle (b) record events in the order they happened
(3) vindicated (c) surprised or shocked
(4) citation (d) justified

A5. Personal response -

Explain, your views about the ill-treatment the special children receive in society. 

A6. Grammar - 

Rewrite the following sentences in the ways instructed :
(i) He had won his laurels in athletic events and the silver medal in a running race.
(Rewrite the sentence using ‘not only...but also’.)
(ii) When I saw the prizes, I was stupefied.
(Rewrite the sentence using ‘No sooner.... than’.)


In the following items, sentence A is complete, while sentence B is not. Complete sentence B, making it as similar as possible to sentence A.  Write sentence B.
(A) He is forgetful as well as careless with his work.
(B) Besides ............................................................................. 


Explain how diction is important in the poem with the help of an example.


Explain the importance of rythm in the poem.


What is the activity referred to later in the poem, that sharpens their brains?


What does Wordsworth compare the daffodils to? Is the comparison appropriate?


What are the fears of the caged bird? Answer with examples from Maya Angelou’s poem.


But a caged BIRD stands on the grave of dreams
His shadow shouts on a nightmare scream
His wings are clipped and his feet are tied
So he opens his throat to sing.

Read the above lines and answer the question that follow.

Explain with reference to the context.


What is the theme of the poem? How is it conveyed?


The eight other runners pulled up on their heels
The ones who had trained for so long to complete
one by one they all turned around and went back to help him
And brought the young boy to his feet.

Then all the nine runners joined hands and continued
The hundred-yard dash now reduced to a walk
And a banner above that said (Special Olympics)
Could not have been more on the mark.
That's how the race ended, with nine gold medals
They came to the finish line holding hands still
And a standing ovation and nine beaming faces
Said more than these words ever will.

Read the lines given above and answer the following question:

Explain in your own words the meaning of the line ‘the hundred-yard dash now reduced to a walk’.


Show with references from the story how T.S Arthur uses direct and indirect characterisation to highlight the traits of the characters.


Is the story Didactic and gives a moral?


They have to go to bed early every night. They are allowed to stay update on Saturdays. 


Wilfred Owen paints a horrific picture of a nightmarish memory on the battlefield. How does Duke et Decorum Est become Owen's condemnation and bitter response to war?


Re-write the following sentence according to the instructions are given. Make other changes that may be necessary, but do not change the meaning of the sentence. 

Has Alia written to you?
(Begin: Have you……….)


Here are the terms of different kinds of vessels: yacht, boat, canoe, ship, steamer, schooner. Think of similar terms in your language.


Discuss the following in groups of two pairs, each pair in a group taking opposite points of view.

Advanced technology gives us conclusive evidence of past events.


Given below is an interesting combination of words. Explain why they have been used together.

virtual body


The constellation Orion is associated with the legend of Osiris, the god of the afterlife.

Find out the astronomical descriptions and legends associated with the following.

(i) Ursa Major (saptarishi mandala)

(ii) Polaris (Dhruva tara)

(iii) Pegasus (winged horse)

(iv) Sirius (The dog star)

(v) Gemini (Mithuna)


Some of the leaves and flowers mentioned in the passage for adorning the dead are willow, olive, celery, lotus, cornflower. Which of these are common in our country?


The movement words


Make posters to highlight the importance of the Green Movement.


Why does John Ipe consider retirement to be a dishonour?


Multiple Choice Question:

The poet had a quarrel with her ______


If you see someone lonely or sad you will – 

  1. _______________________
  2. _______________________
  3. _______________________

Write your views/opinions in brief on the following topic.

We must always cast our votes.


Imagine that Revathi’s father is abroad on business and she wishes to convey the news of her prize - winning plants. Draft an email for the above subject.

(Use an email format.)


Imagine your friend/younger brother or sister has committed a grave mistake that has resulted in a great loss to the college property or to your family. He/she seeks your advice to come out of the situation/problem. Write a dialogue between you and your friend/brother/sister who describes the entire situation and seeks help from you. Take the help of the following points.

  • Introduction
  • Confessing the mistake
  • Seeking help
  • Your advice/suggestion
  • Concluding part

Prompt reporting is of strategic importance during a war. Refer to the above extract and explain.


Write down the consequences of the following occurrences with the help of the play.

Mayor Peter Stockmann persuades Mr. Hovstad and Mr. Billing from printing the article.


In the play, two devices that make use of wheels are given. The devices are:

  1. _______________
  2. _______________

From the internet or other sources, trace the history of the use of the wheel. Write ‘An Autobiography of a Wheel’.


Write a letter to your Class Teacher or the Principal of your school to make the following request.

Your school library subscribes to a few newspapers. Your class wants old issues of the newspapers for some educational activity in the classroom. You are required to make cuttings / news clipping. Therefore, the papers cannot be returned to the library but you will use them in a responsible manner. Use the format of a formal letter given below.


‘..... and that’s how I realized that courage and hope can help me overcome any major mishap/problem in life.’ Write an episode/experience from your own life that leads to the above conclusion.


Write in your own words:-

Why does the poet remark that advice is cheap?


Write in your own words:-

Which two facts show that the poet is confident of overcoming his irrational feeling?


Find any other story of three brothers or three sisters and rewrite it in your own words.


Create a Personal Particular for your class with support from your teacher and collect personal and educational information.


Prepare attractive advertisement using the hints given below.

Mobile Galaxy – Smartphones – accessories – SIM cards – Recharge – Free Power banks on Mobile purchase – No.1, Toll gate, Trichy


Look at the image of the familiar advertisement given below. Identify the product and try to frame your own slogan.


Look at the picture and write a paragraph using the clues in the picture.

GROW AND PROTECT TREES


Fill in the blanks using the words in the previous questions.

  1. _______ and _______ and quickly! You will be late for school.
  2. Shh! The baby is _______ . Don’t make a sound, or she will
  3. Are you still _______? You should be _______ now or you will not be able to in the morning for school.

Correct the use of the describing word in the following sentence.

The flood became badder as the rain increased.


Using a red pencil, choose and circle the things whose smell you like. Now with a blue pencil circle the things whose smell you do not like. Make five sentences like this

I like/do not like the smell of ______ because it reminds me of______.

  1. ______.
  2. ______.
  3. ______.
  4. ______.
  5. ______.

In the sentence below the capital letter, comma, full stop and question mark are missing. Put these in the correct place.

rahim ravi and raju are going to see the circus


Sit in groups of five. Now, each student will tell a story. Decide which story was the best and declare a or of the group.


What was the daily routine of the grandmother at home?


Do you exercise regularly? If you do, which of the following activities do you prefer? Discuss and share with your partner a few ideas about your preference.

  1. walking
  2. working out in a gym
  3. swimming
  4. cycling

Describe the appearance of the policeman on the beat.


What did he keep doing while on his rounds?


Why was Mary Kom named the ‘Queen of Boxing’ and ‘Magnificent Mary'?


Stephen Leacock’s visit to the photo studio turns out to be an annoying experience for him. Discuss citing relevant instances from the story


How does the play ‘The Never – Never Nest’ expose the harsh reality of modern living?


Attempt a description of the following process, in about 100 word each, either using the imperative or the passive.

Obtaining a demand draft from a bank


News Report:

Read the following headline and prepare a news report with the help of the given points:

21-Year-Old Mayur Wins World Chess Championship

Make use of the following guidelines:

  • Headline
  • Dateline
  • Lead line
  • Body of the report

According to Lorenzo, a man who is unmoved by music is ______.


Your younger sister wants to eat something tasty. You are telling her the recipe of one such food item. Prepare a dialogue about it.


Do you like stories from the past? What type of stories do you like?


Despite being a half monster and half human, Caliban comes across as superior to Stephano and Trinculo. Justify the statement with supporting evidence from the Acts studied in 200-250 words.


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