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प्रश्न
Write what you think about the following thoughts and actions of Mathilde:
Mathilde despaired over the loss of her necklace.
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उत्तर
Mathilde’s despair was natural because she had lost a valuable necklace borrowed from her friend. However, she should have been honest about the loss and faced the situation courageously.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Imagine that you are Santosh Yadav, or Maria Sharapova. You have been invited to speak at an All India Girls’ Athletic Meet, as chief guest. Prepare a short speech to motivate the girls to think and dream big and make an effort to fulfil their dreams, not allowing difficulties or defeat to discourage them. The following words and phrases may help you.
• self confident/confidence/sure of yourself
• self assured/assurance/belief in yourself
• morale/boost morale/raise morale
• giving somebody a boost/fillip/lift
• demoralising/unsure of yourself/insecure/lack confidence
What brought the six humans together? Where were they?
The poet refers to a dying fire. Who were sitting beside it and why?
What are the five words used in the poem to describe the role of a middle-aged woman?
What kinds of stories captivated the young minds in the past?
Analyse the symbol of Clouds, Sky, and Heavens.
Mention and discuss the versions of Chief Seattle’s speech.
Can we say that it is a story about heroism and a true soldier?
Fill in the blank with an appropriate word:
The dog was hiding __________ the bed, barking at the stranger.
The ailing company was taken________by the government.
Sergius:
Louka! (she stops and looks defiantly at him) A gentleman has no right to hurt a woman under any ` circumstances. [with profound humility, uncovering his head] beg your pardon.
Louka:
That sort of apology may satisfy a lady. Of what use is it to a servant?
Sergius :
[rudely crossed in his chivalry, throws it off with a bitter laugh, and says slightingly) Oh! Do you wish to be paid for the hurt? [He puts on his shako, and takes some money from his pocket].
Louka :
[her eyes filling with tears in spite of herself] No: I want my hurt made well.
Sergius : [sobered by her tone] I low?
(i) Why does Sergius ask Louka's pardon?
(ii) Why had he hurt her?
(iii) Why does Louka remind Sergius that she is a servant?
(iv) Why do Louka's eyes fill with tears?
(v) How does Louka want her hurt made well?
(vi) How does Sergius react to the suggestion
Study the picture given below. Write a story or a description or an account of what it suggests to you. Your composition may be about the subject of the picture or you may take suggestions from it; however, there must be a clear connection between the picture and your composition.
The character of King Richard I is presented in Ivanhoe not only with all his admirable qualities but also with his shortcomings. Elaborate with close reference to the text.
Give an account of how lies were against Snowball after his expulsion, in order to paint him as a traitor.
Below is a topic for essay writing. Follow the steps listed above to write on these topics.
Public Health In Transition
Your teacher will speak the word given below. Write against two new words that rhyme with it.
chop ______ ______
Fill in the blanks in the paragraph below with words from the box.
| huge | big | foolish | interesting | tiny | unlucky | last |
There was a ___________ Eid fair in our village. We could buy anything from a
____________ toy to a ____________ camel. I went to the fair on its ___________ day with Uncle and Bhaiya. We went to the Lucky Shop. It was
very____________ . I tried my luck but did not win any prize. Later, Uncle told me that I was more ___________ than___________ .
State whether the following statement is true or false. Correct the false statement.
Hero-worship leads to dictatorship.
The poet has observed the sower closely. Express in your own words the reverence the poet has for the sower.
Find out the words and phrases which describe the following. One is done for you.
| sight | touching in its majesty |
| air | |
| river | |
| house | |
| morning | |
| sun |
Given below are a few famous bridges in India. Find out more information about them and write in your notebook.
- The Howrah Bridge.
- Laxman Zhula
- Pambum Bridge
- Worli Sea Link
Place the given areas of questioning from the list in the appropriate columns.
- future plans
- inspiration
- overcoming hurdles/ struggle
- coach/ mentor/ guide/ teacher
- message for the youngsters
- family support
- alternate career choice
- first or maiden award/ achievement /success /setbacks
- a turning point in life/ success formula/technique.
| Section of the interview | Aspects to be covered | |
| 1. | Introduction | Welcoming/Greeting, Introduction of the guest/Occasion. |
| 2. | Opening questions | |
| 3. | Main body | |
| 4. | Concluding questions | |
| 5. | Summing up | Concluding the statement, Expressing gratitude. |
You can add your points.
Think and respond with ‘YES’ or ‘NO’.
When you are faced with a very serious problem or some grave danger, what do you experience?
| Your feelings | panic | |
| wishing you were never born | ||
| hopelessness | ||
| helplessness | ||
| no emotion | ||
| calmness and composure | ||
| willingness to tackle it | ||
| Your reactions | break down and cry | |
| run away and hide | ||
| pray to God | ||
| ask for help | ||
| build up courage | ||
| take it as a challenge |
Write about your feelings and reactions in 4-5 lines.
You may describe your feelings and reactions using other words than those given here
Prepare a formal invitation for a function you have arranged at home. It should clearly state the following points:
- Who is inviting people to the function.
- What the program is.
- The date and time.
- The venue. (The place where
- A polite request to attend the function. the function will take place.)
Imagine you are Sayali. Write your diary for every day of your trip to the moon, and for the day you gave the earrings to your mother.
Write your opinion, in your own words:-
What did the aunt fail to realize in Bertha’s story?
Prepare an announcement for an occasion like the one mentioned.
Trees can help you recognise seasons. How do the trees look different in each season? Write a short paragraph with the clues given below.
- Summer - Trees stretch their leafy branches towards the sun.
- Spring - Branches are full of new green leaves.
- Rain - Trees absorb water and look green.
- Autumn - Trees shed their leaves.
Fill in the blank with choosing prepositions from the option.
As they flew ______ the tree they were trapped.
Two stories got mixed up. Sort them out and write them in the appropriate boxes.
- We thought the lion had eaten someone.
- Suddenly the kite lifted him off the ground and took him over the treetops.
- He saw a shoe in the lion's cage.
- Finally, the kite brought him back to the park.
- Our class had gone to the zoo.
- Puran was flying the brand new kite in the park.
- Some children stood and screamed, and some ran to the Director of the zoo.
- Puran was frightened and excited.
- The lion had not eaten anyone, because the shoe was one of the lion's toys.
The hunter shot at the ______of birds.
The old man shouted ______[loud]
What would you do in this situation, if you were Jimmy Wells? Substantiate your reason.
According to Mary Kom, what was the reason for her losing in the finals?
Fill in the following forms with imaginary details.
Write a dialogue between a student and teacher on 'Importance of Yoga'.
According to Lorenzo, a man who is unmoved by music is ______.
A college degree is needed to succeed in life. Argue for or against this statement.
Show how Carol Ann Duffy presents a disturbing picture of confinement and exploitation in the poem, The Dolphins. Write your answer in about 200-250 words.
