Secondary School (English Medium) (5 to 8) Class 6 - CBSE Question Bank Solutions for English

Sketch the character of Ray in about 80 words. What qualities of Ray do you admire most?

How did the old clock give a timeless message through Ray?

Why did Swami Haridas say Tansen was ‘talented’?

Why did Akbar ask Tansen to join his court?

How do we know that Akbar was fond of Tansen? Give two reasons.

What did the other courtiers feel about Tansen?

1. What happens if Raga Deepak is sung properly?
2. Why did Tansen’s enemies want him to sing the Raga?

Why did Tansen agree to sing Raga Deepak?

1. What steps did he take to save himself?
2. Did his plan work? How?

What was Tansen famous for?

It is said that Tansen was a naughty child. What prank did he play?

What do you know about Tansen’s life before he joined Akbar’s court?

How did the jealous courtiers of Akbar plan to ruin Tansen?

Why was Tansen afraid of singing Raga Deepak?

What do you know about Tansen and his family? What quality was he gifted with?

How did the jealous courtiers plan to harm Tansen? How did the great musician save his honour as well as official position?

The monkey was happy living in the fruit tree, but his happiness was not complete, what did he miss?

What did the two friends generally talk about?

Why was the crocodile’s wife annoyed with her husband one day?

Why was the crocodile unwilling to invite his friend home?