CBSE Class 6 English Change of Heart Worksheet Set 02

Fill in the Blanks

Question. Prabhat __________ already __________ his assignment before going to the badminton match. (finish)
Answer: had, finished
Explanation: We use "had finished" because completing the schoolwork happened before going to the match.

Question. Prabhat was upset because ______.
Answer: he had won by cheating
Explanation: Prabhat knew inside his heart that winning dishonestly is wrong, so he could not feel truly glad.

Question. ______ was given the chance to keep the score.
Answer: Prabhat
Explanation: Prabhat was given the responsibility to update the scoreboard during the game.

Question. Before the games period, Prabhat __________ badminton thoroughly. (practice)
Answer: had practised
Explanation: Prabhat practised a lot before the period began, so we use the past perfect tense "had practised".

Question. Prabhat transformed by ______.
Answer: observing Surya’s behaviour
Explanation: Watching Surya play happily without caring only about winning inspired Prabhat to become a better person.

Question. Surya __________ basketball for years before entering the school’s badminton team. (play)
Answer: had played
Explanation: "Had played" shows that Surya played basketball over a long time before he joined the new team.

True or False

Question. Prabhat had learned the meaning of enjoying a game truly.
Answer: True
Explanation: By the end of the story, Prabhat realized that having fun and playing honestly is what truly matters.

Question. Prabhat would tolerate losing to anyone easily.
Answer: False
Explanation: In the beginning, Prabhat hated losing and could not accept defeat at all.

Question. Everyone was concerned about Prabhat’s behaviour.
Answer: True
Explanation: The other students noticed how angry and desperate Prabhat got whenever he was about to lose.

Question. Surya was jealous of Prabhat’s seriousness.
Answer: False
Explanation: Surya was happy, calm, and friendly; he did not feel any jealousy towards Prabhat.

Question. Prabhat did not want Surya to triumph.
Answer: True
Explanation: Prabhat wanted to be the top player and was terrified of Surya beating him.

Questions / Short Question Answers

Question. Do you think Prabhat's attitude to games was healthy? Why or why not?
Answer: No. His approach was unhealthy because he treated winning as the only goal. A healthy attitude towards games includes honesty, learning from mistakes, and enjoying the game regardless of the result.
Explanation: Games are meant for exercise, fun, and friendship, not for causing worry and stress.

Question. How did Prabhat transform after observing Surya?
Answer: Prabhat changed slowly but gradually after observing Surya's nature. He realised that winning was not as important as enjoying the game. He understood that the true value of playing was enjoyment rather than victory.
Explanation: Watching Surya helped Prabhat learn to relax and just enjoy playing sports.

Question. Why do you think Prabhat cheated to secure victory in the badminton match?
Answer: Prabhat cheated because he could not accept defeat. He believed winning was more important than playing honestly, and he was afraid of feeling unhappy if he lost.
Explanation: Prabhat was afraid that losing would make him look weak or feel unhappy.

Question. Compare and contrast the personalities of Prabhat and Surya.
Answer: Both Prabhat and Surya are school going boys with very different perspectives. Prabhat was a boy obsessed with winning. He would only play a game if he was good at it and knew that he would win. Further, he did not know how to accept defeat and even prepared for a friendly game with complete seriousness. When he realised that he would not win the friendly game, he cheated to win. In contrast, Surya was joyous boy who did not care for winning or losing. While preparing for the friendly match, he was relaxed and joked with everybody. Even during the game, he was not paying his complete attention and lost. However, he was not sad about it. He in fact told Prabhat that he would like to play with Prabhat. Concluding, Surya displays true sportsmanship that is lacking in Prabhat.
Explanation: Prabhat only cared about winning at all costs, while Surya cared about having fun and being friendly.

Question. "Surya was paying so little attention to the match...". Do you think such an act is sensible on Surya's part? Give reason for your answer.
Answer: I do not think that paying less attention to any match whether friendly or competitive is justified. Given that it was a friendly match, one could accept Surya's behaviour but cannot justify it as good. In a long run, such an act can lead to the loss of an important match.
Explanation: Even when having fun, giving your best focus helps you play better and respects the game.

Question. Imagine the friendly weekly game was a proper competition. Do you think Surya would have been careless in it or Prabhat would have the nerve to cheat?
Answer: If the friendly weekly match was a proper competition, I do not think that Surya would have been that careless. He would have no doubt enjoyed the game and not become sad even if he had lost. However, he would have given his best with complete attention. Prabhat would also not have changed the scoreboard realising that if he were caught cheating in an important game, he could be banned from playing in competitive matches for some time as punishment.
Explanation: In a real tournament with referees, players take the game more seriously and the rules are strictly watched.

Question. Surprisingly, Prabhat could not sleep well that night. He had won the game but he did not feel as happy as he usually did. These lines show that Prabhat had a conscience (an understanding of what is morally wrong or right). Do you agree? Justify.
Answer: Conscience is the understanding of what is right or wrong. Such an understanding helps us realise the importance and impact of our actions. It teaches us that we should not cheat and if we do, it prevents us from being happy or satisfied with the victory. The truth of our conscience can be seen in Prabhat's reaction after winning the game. In the story, 'Change of Heart', Prabhat cheats in a friendly game after realising that he would lose. So, when no one is paying attention, he changes the score board. He wins and everyone praises him. However, he is unhappy because his morality tells that his winning is not justified because he had cheated. It shows him that he is not the true winner of the game.
Explanation: Our inner voice warns us when we do something unfair, which is why cheating never feels good inside.

Question. It is self-reflection that leads Prabhat to learn the significance of enjoying the game. Justify with reference to the chapter.
Answer: It is true that self-reflection leads Prabhat to learn the importance of enjoying the game. Mere observation without understanding one's faults and realising the need to change is not enough. This is what happened with Prabhat. It can be said that Prabhat's parents and teachers might have told him about his obsession with victory. However, it did not change Prabhat's thinking and he continued to play the games in which he would win. All the change that came in Prabhat was after he observed Surya. His classmate's reaction to losing and his joyful nature surprised Prabhat. He could not understand how Surya could be so relaxed even after losing or play a game that he was bad at. Hence, Prabhat started observing Surya which made him understand his own flaws. As a result, he transformed.
Explanation: Thinking about your own actions and admitting your mistakes helps you grow into a better person.

Question. Why did Prabhat hate losing games?
Answer: Prabhat disliked losing because he couldn’t bear the feeling of defeat. Winning made him feel good, and he wanted to maintain that happiness. Losing, on the other hand, made him feel terrible, and he thought it was the worst thing that could happen to anyone.
Explanation: Prabhat believed that only winning brought joy, so losing made him feel very sad and embarrassed.

Question. Which games or sports do you enjoy?
Answer: I love to play hide and seek, table tennis, basketball and badminton.
Explanation: Playing outdoor and indoor sports keeps us healthy and helps us make good friends.

Question. What was unique about the last Friday of each month?
Answer: The coach would organise matches in the game period on Fridays, while the teams were decided on Monday.
Explanation: It was a special sports day at school where everyone looked forward to playing games together.

Question. What disturbed Prabhat after winning the match?
Answer: Prabhat felt uneasy after winning because he knew he had cheated. Despite achieving victory, he didn’t experience the usual happiness. Instead, he began questioning the importance of winning compared to the honesty and joy of playing fairly.
Explanation: When you do something wrong, your conscience makes you feel guilty even if you pretend to win.

Question. What was the other people’s view about Prabhat?
Answer: The other people’s opinion about Prabhat was that he couldn’t accept defeat. He wouldn’t play the game that he wouldn’t win.
Explanation: Everyone knew Prabhat was too competitive and only took part when he was sure he would come out on top.

Question. How did Surya respond to losing the badminton match?
Answer: Surya was unaffected by the loss. He remained cheerful and suggested playing again sometime. His relaxed attitude showed that he valued the joy of playing more than the result of winning or losing.
Explanation: Surya did not feel bad at all; he simply enjoyed the game and smiled warmly.

Question. Who was in charge of maintaining the score for the match?
Answer: Prabhat was given the responsibility of maintaining the score for the match.
Explanation: Prabhat was chosen to look after the scoreboard during their badminton game.

Question. Why did Prabhat choose to cheat in the match?
Answer: Prabhat has been a great player in badminton, but a new student, Surya, who was also good at badminton, played well too. Prabhat couldn’t accept defeat, especially in a game he had been desperately waiting for. He cheated and changed the scoreboard when nobody was watching, only to win the game.
Explanation: Prabhat was so scared of being beaten by Surya that he dishonestly adjusted the scoreboard.

Question. Do you think Prabhat wanted to play another match with Surya? Why do you think so?
Answer: Prabhat didn’t wish to play another match with Surya because he knew Surya was a better player and he couldn’t accept defeat. Although Prabhat had cheated, he was well aware that, in reality, he lost the match against Surya.
Explanation: Prabhat felt guilty and knew deep down that Surya was more skilled, so he was afraid of playing him again.

Question. What did Prabhat notice about Surya?
Answer: Prabhat observed that Surya didn’t feel terrible after losing the game. He was on the basketball court, not even able to score a basket, but was enjoying the game. He was happy to play the game rather than think about winning it.
Explanation: Surya was having lots of fun trying his best at basketball even when he missed the shots.

Vocabulary Activity - "Guess the Word"

Question. Tick the correct meaning of 'tally of marks':
(i) Final marks on a report card
(ii) record of points in a contest
Answer: (ii) record of points in a contest
Explanation: A tally keeps track of the score or points earned during a match.