CBSE Class 6 English A Bottle of Dew Worksheet Set 02

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Question. Rama Natha grows ______ plants as instructed by the sage.
Answer: banana
Explanation: The wise sage told Rama Natha to plant banana trees so that he could collect the morning dew from their large leaves.

Question. Madhumati vends the ______ harvested from their plantation.
Answer: bananas
Explanation: Madhumati helped her husband by taking the bananas they grew to the market to sell them for a good price.

Question. When you have _______ liters of dew, carry it to me.
Answer: five
Explanation: The sage gave Rama Natha a big task of collecting a large bottle (five liters) of morning dew to teach him how to grow plants.

Question. You can grow as many __________ plants as you want.
Answer: banana
Explanation: The sage encouraged Rama Natha to plant lots of banana trees because banana leaves are great for collecting dew on winter mornings.

Question. A drop of the potion will turn any object into __________.
Answer: gold
Explanation: Rama Natha initially wanted a magical juice that could turn ordinary things like stones or copper into bright gold.

True or False

Question. Madhumati was never weary of her husband’s actions.
Answer: False
Explanation: Madhumati was very worried and tired of her husband wasting all their family savings on his search for magic.

Question. At the start of the story, Rama Natha believes wealth can be obtained easily through a magic potion.
Answer: True
Explanation: At first, Rama Natha did not want to work. He thought a magical liquid could instantly turn any ordinary object into gold and make him rich.

Question. The wise sage, Mahipati, truly believed in the existence of a magic potion that turns objects into gold.
Answer: False
Explanation: The sage knew there was no such thing as a magic potion. He only pretended to believe in it so he could trick Rama Natha into working hard on his land.

Question. Madhumati encouraged her husband's initial obsession with finding the magic potion.
Answer: False
Explanation: Madhumati was actually very worried because Rama Natha was wasting all their money and time looking for magic instead of taking care of their home.

Question. At the end of the story, Rama Natha becomes furious and disappointed with the sage forever.
Answer: False
Explanation: Even though Rama Natha was angry at first when the magic didn't work, he quickly realized that the sage's trick had helped him become rich through hard work. He felt thankful and happy.

Questions / Short Question Answers

Question. Why does Madhumati feel anxious?
Answer: Madhumati is worried because her husband is spending all their savings on helpers and magical tricks that do not work, leaving them with no money.
Explanation: Imagine if someone spent all their lunch money on magic toys that don't work! That is why Madhumati was scared they would have nothing left to buy food.

Question. What assignment does the sage give to Rama Natha?
Answer: The sage tells Rama Natha to plant banana trees and collect five liters of morning dew from their leaves to make the magic potion.
Explanation: To collect that much dew, Rama Natha had to plant thousands of trees and look after them himself every single day.

Question. Why did the sage deceive Rama Natha?
Answer: The sage tricked Rama Natha to teach him that hard work is the only real way to earn money and find success.
Explanation: Sometimes, teachers or parents use clever ways to help us learn a lesson. The sage knew that telling Rama Natha to "just work" wouldn't solve his laziness, so he used a clever trick.

Question. What does the title 'A Bottle of Dew' represent?
Answer: The title represents how patience and small, daily efforts slowly add up to a huge reward.
Explanation: Just like collecting dew drop by drop takes a long time, doing our homework and practicing every day slowly helps us grow smarter and more successful.

Question. How does the setting affect the story?
Answer: The setting of the banana plantation and fields highlights the beauty of nature, farming, and the physical effort required to grow crops.
Explanation: Because the story happens outside in the dirt and trees, it shows us how much work farmers have to do to make things grow and earn a living.

Question. What does 'giving up' mean in the story?
Answer: Giving up represents losing faith in your own skills and not realizing how valuable persistent effort is.
Explanation: If Rama Natha had stopped planting trees after one year, he would have never learned the lesson or gotten rich. Staying strong and not stopping is what brought him success.

Question. What was Rama Natha's belief about the magic potion? Discuss how this belief guided his actions throughout the story.
Answer: Rama Natha believed that a magic potion could turn copper objects into gold. Because of this belief, he ignored his father’s land, wasted his money, and spent all his time trying to find the formula.
Explanation: When we believe in shortcuts, we often stop doing our chores or studying because we think we can get what we want without trying. This is what happened to Rama Natha.

Question. How did Rama Natha's actions change after meeting the sage? What lessons did he learn from his adventures?
Answer: After meeting the sage, Rama Natha stopped searching for magic and started farming his land. He learned that real wealth comes from steady work and the fruits of his labor, not shortcuts.
Explanation: The sage made Rama Natha realize that the bananas he grew and sold were his true "gold." He learned that working hard makes us feel proud and happy.

Question. Evaluate the role of Madhumati in supporting Rama Natha. How does her character help his journey?
Answer: Madhumati acts as a sensible partner. She keeps their home safe, works alongside him in the fields, and manages the selling of bananas to earn their fortune.
Explanation: Madhumati shows us that when we work together with family or friends as a team, we can accomplish much bigger things than working all by ourselves.

Question. What lesson does the sage teach through his trickery? Discuss how deception can sometimes lead to important life lessons.
Answer: The sage teaches that some deep lessons must be experienced directly to be understood. His trick forced Rama Natha to work hard, leading him to discover the truth on his own.
Explanation: Sometimes, a gentle trick can guide us to do the right thing when we are too stubborn to listen to plain advice.

Question. Reflect on the symbolism of dew in the story. What does it represent about work, patience, and achievement?
Answer: Dew represents small, honest actions that build up over time. It shows that patience and gentle care are needed to reach our biggest goals.
Explanation: Just like a jar fills up with tiny water drops, our brains fill up with knowledge little by little every day we go to school.

Question. Analyze the importance of the banana plantation in the story. How does it symbolize hard work and wealth?
Answer: The plantation represents the real-world results of effort. It was ignored at first, but once nurtured, it grew and provided the bananas that made them rich.
Explanation: Plants need soil, water, and care to grow. The banana plantation is a physical picture of what happens when we put our energy into something good.

Question. Explain how the theme of deception is presented in the story, particularly with the relationships between Rama Natha, the sage, and the people around him.
Answer: Deception is shown in two ways: first, bad people trick Rama Natha to steal his money; second, the wise sage uses a harmless trick to guide him to self-improvement.
Explanation: Not all tricks are the same. Bad tricks hurt people, but the sage's "good trick" was used like a clever puzzle to help Rama Natha learn how to be a better person.

Question. What characteristics did the sage, Mahipati, display in leading Rama Natha? How do these characteristics contribute to the story's moral?
Answer: The sage showed wisdom, patience, and cleverness. Instead of scolding Rama Natha, he let him work for six years to understand the value of labor.
Explanation: A great teacher doesn't just give you the answers; they help you find the answers yourself so you never forget them.

Question. Describe the emotional journey of Rama Natha throughout the story. How did his feelings change?
Answer: Rama Natha goes from feeling excited about magic, to feeling angry when the potion fails, and finally feeling proud and satisfied when he sees his hard-earned wealth.
Explanation: At first, Rama Natha wanted things the easy way. But he felt much happier when he saw that he earned his money with his own hands.

Question. How does the story reflect the ideals of teamwork and partnership through Rama Natha and Madhumati's relationship?
Answer: It shows that success is a joint effort. While Rama Natha worked in the fields, Madhumati helped tend the plants and sold the harvest, making their business a success.
Explanation: Just like playing a sport, you cannot win the game alone. You need your teammate to help you pass, score, and celebrate!

Vocabulary Activity - "Guess the Word"

Question. A wise elder who gives good advice and is respected.
Answer: SAGE
Explanation: A sage is an old, wise person who spends their life learning and helping others make smart choices.

Question. A large field of land where crops like bananas are grown.
Answer: PLANTATION
Explanation: A plantation is a massive farm that focuses on growing a lot of one specific crop, like bananas, tea, or coffee.