NCERT solutions for English Kaveri Class 9 chapter 3 - Winds of Change [Latest edition]

Does anyone in your family use a hand fan? What do you call it in your language? What is it made of?

Work in pairs. Study the pictures given below carefully and complete the information. Discuss your answers with your classmates and teacher.

Fans
The State it is from	Assam	Kerala	Uttar Pradesh
Shape	______	______	______
Made of	______	Palm leaf	Moonj grass

Work in pairs. Match the underlined words in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2 given on the next page. Share your answers with your classmates and teacher.

I visited the crafts fair yesterday. It was a wonderful experience. Each indigenous artefact was an innovative creation of industrious craftspersons with its intricate design. It invoked a sense of respect for the initiatives taken by the government to showcase them.

Work in pairs to complete the table on pankha. Share your answers with your classmates and teacher.

Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow.

(i) State whether the following sentence is true or false.

Pankhas were one of the most popular items of commerce.

(ii) Why has the word ‘traditional’ been used to describe pankhas?

(iii) Complete the following statement.

The sentence ‘They were considered exotic and stylish’ is an opinion and not a fact because ______.

(iv) Infer one reason for commonality in the use of pankhas across India.

(v) Select which one of the two statements is the correct assertion for the given reason.

Reason: Pankhas were made of indigenous materials, unique to the region, with elaborate designs.

1. Each kind of pankha could be distinguished from the other.
2. Pankhas were used by many people.

Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow.

(i) Infer one negative impact of technological advancement on pankha.

(ii) Complete the statement with an appropriate reason.

The writer refers to ‘pankhas’ not just as an object but as a ‘culture’ because ______.

(iii) Select a line from the extract which depicts how the role of the pankha has changed over the years.

(iv) List one way in which the increase in demand of pankhas might benefit artisans.

(v) Select the factor that has contributed to the commercialisation of pankhas.

1. cultural preservation
2. technological advancements
3. artisan initiative

How does the title ‘Winds of Change’ capture the essence of the chapter?

Support the following statement with any two relevant examples from the chapter.

‘The structure and design of pankhas are testimony to the cultural identity of the region.’

The chapter mentions pankhas running the risk of slowly losing their presence among Indians. Evaluate how the balance between preserving traditional craftsmanship and incorporating innovative designs in the creation of pankhas will help in this regard.

How might initiatives such as pankha-making workshops contribute to the preservation of this traditional craft?

The writer mentions celebrating pankhas in the concluding part of the chapter. Assess how this could be beneficial to artisans and the craft.

How does the restriction of the use of pankha for decorative purposes reflect the changing cultural role of these traditional fans in modern India?

Read the following pairs of words from the text.

Classify the pairs of words given above in the following categories. One example has been done for you.

Now, find more such word pairs from the text and share them with your classmates and teacher.

Find the word pairs for the following fixed expressions. Write the meanings of these expressions by selecting them from the box given below. One example has been done for you.

Now, match the following meanings with the correct word pairs created above.

1. in a difficult situation, without help or money –
2. the damage to object due to normal use –
3. accurate and detailed information –
4. even when there are problems or difficulties –
5. everyone, not just a few special people –
6. often; on many or all occasions –
7. To make a quick or sudden escape –

Choose the appropriate word collocation for the following sentence.

The students have to (take/give) the English exam tomorrow.

Choose the appropriate word collocation for the following sentence.

The interviewer asked the candidate to (take/have) a seat.

Choose the appropriate word collocation for the following sentence.

My scooter (dashed against/ran into) a car.

Choose the appropriate word collocation for the following sentence.

I must (take/own) responsibility for my success.

Choose the appropriate word collocation for the following sentence.

I would like to (tone up/improve) my grammar.

Read the following sentence. Underline the verbs.

In modern times, pankhas have become traditional craft items in India.

Read the following sentence. Underline the verbs.

Gujarat’s industrious home-based women workers have worked tirelessly in the handicraft of pankha-making.

Read the following sentence. Underline the verbs.

Many tribes in India have adopted this handicraft.

Read the following sentence. Underline the verbs.

Once made for personal use, this handicraft has transformed into a commercial business.

Fill in the blanks with the present perfect form of verbs in the following paragraph. One example has been done for you.

Puppets have long fascinated (fascinate) audiences worldwide. Puppeteers (i) ______ (create) intricate characters and captivating stories with their skillful artistry. They (ii) ______ (master) the delicate movements that bring these lifeless figures to life, entertaining both children and adults. Over the years, puppetry (iii) ______ (evolve), using modern technology while preserving traditional techniques. Many puppeteers (iv) ______ (pass) down their craft through generations, ensuring its continuity. They (v) ______ (perform) in theatres, on television, and at festivals, conveying important cultural narratives.

You will listen to a dialogue between a boy and a girl discussing which type of pankha they should choose as a gift. As you listen, choose four statements out of seven that are true from 1-7 given below.

1. Rohan thinks Grandma prefers heavier items because they feel more substantial.
2. Priya suggests getting a pankha that can be easily moved around.
3. Rohan believes Grandma enjoys sitting in the verandah during the evenings.
4. Priya knows Grandma likes to keep special items close to her.
5. Rohan thinks a pankha with intricate designs would be too delicate for Grandma’s liking.
6. Priya suggests choosing between a bamboo pankha with beadwork or an embroidered pankha with mirror work.
7. Rohan decides they should buy the pankha without consulting their mom.

Work in groups of four. Look at the pictures of the four different kinds of fans given below.

• Each of you in the group will pick one kind of fan.
• Imagine yourself to be that fan.
• Use the points given in the box below.

Describe an artefact you have made in your craft class or learnt from someone.

Begin with collection and organisation of the facts with the help of the pointers given above. Do not include your opinion in the factual description.

Identify any art or craft item from your region and make a presentation describing its features, materials, and process involved in making it, its usage, etc. You may refer to the points given on the next page.

• Name of the object and its physical characteristics- appearance, shape, size, colour, etc.
• What is it made up of?
• Which region does it belong to? How has it been used traditionally?
• Is there an origin story associated with it? How has it evolved over time?
• How can it be used effectively and safely in today’s time?

You can also make your own hand fan. Take ideas from the pictures given below and in groups of four, make your own hand fan. Display the hand fans in the class and describe the process used to make it.

You must have read stories about the impact of art, painting, etc. in your life, in English and in your own languages. Now, read and enjoy the story given below.