CBSE Class 6 English The Chair Worksheet Set 02

Fill in the Blanks

Question. Mario’s grandfather challenged him to a wager of ________.
Answer: Fruit chaat
Explanation: Mario's grandfather made a playful bet with him, and the yummy prize was some fruit chaat!

Question. The seat is ______ and ______.
Answer: Invisible and special
Explanation: The chair was magical! It was special because nobody could see it.

True or False

Question. Mario correctly sat on the invisible chair on his first attempt. State whether True or False.
Answer: False
Explanation: Mario didn't get it right on the first try. He actually fell straight onto the floor!

Question. Mario’s friends were very kind and helpful. True or False?
Answer: False
Explanation: Most of his classmates laughed at him when he fell instead of trying to help him up.

Questions / Short Question Answers

Question. What did the grandfather fetch from the attic?
Answer: An invisible chair.
Explanation: Mario's grandfather went up to the attic and brought down a magical, invisible chair.

Question. Will Mario face any difficulties?
Answer: Yes, the biggest difficulty Mario will face is trying to sit on the invisible chair.
Explanation: It is very hard to sit on a chair that you cannot see without falling down!

Question. Will Mario be able to harness the magic?
Answer: Yes, once he sits on the chair, he will be able to use the magic.
Explanation: Once Mario successfully sits on the invisible chair, he gets to experience the magic of the test.

Question. Did grandfather’s advice work?
Answer: Yes, grandfather’s advice of the chair test helped Mario identify his true friends.
Explanation: The test worked because it showed Mario which of his classmates actually cared about him.

Question. How many true friends did Mario have?
Answer: He had three true friends – Guneet, Deepa and Asma.
Explanation: Only three children rushed to support him and save him from falling, showing they were true friends.

Question. What was the chair composed of?
Answer: It was not a real chair, but an invisible imaginary chair.
Explanation: The chair wasn't made of wood or plastic; it was made of pure imagination!

Question. Why did Mario tumble when he tried to sit on the chair?
Answer: As it was an imaginary, invisible chair, there was nothing to sit on. So, when Mario tried to sit on it, he fell.
Explanation: Since the chair wasn't actually physically there, Mario lost his balance and fell when he tried to sit on it.

Question. What proves that Mario was determined?
Answer: Despite falling several times, Mario continued trying to sit on the magical chair. This shows his determination to see the magic of the chair unfold.
Explanation: Even though he fell and his classmates laughed, Mario kept trying. This shows he was a boy who did not give up easily!

Question. Why did Mario say that there was a technical issue?
Answer: Because he missed the seat.
Explanation: Mario made a funny joke about a "technical issue" to explain why he couldn't sit on the invisible chair.

Question. Mario would not give up. What does this reveal about him?
Answer: It shows that Mario was strong-willed.
Explanation: Being "strong-willed" means you keep trying to do something even when it is very hard.

Question. Why did Mario’s grandfather name the chair ‘special’?
Answer: He called it special because its magic could help Mario discover who his true friends were.
Explanation: The chair was special because it acted like a secret test to show who Mario's real friends were.

Question. Why was it difficult to sit on the chair?
Answer: It was difficult because the chair was invisible, so Mario could not see where he needed to sit.
Explanation: Since the chair was completely invisible, Mario couldn't see where to align his body to sit down.

Question. What was the wager about?
Answer: The wager was about whether Mario had real friends or only companions at school.
Explanation: Mario's grandfather bet him that not all of his many classmates were real, true friends.

Question. What happened when Mario attempted to sit on the chair for the first time?
Answer: He missed the chair and fell, and his classmates laughed.
Explanation: On his first try, Mario missed the chair, fell on his bottom, and his classmates giggled at him.

Question. How did Mario discover his real friends?
Answer: He realised that Guneet, Asma, and Deepa were his true friends because they supported him and prevented him from falling.
Explanation: When he tried to sit on the invisible chair, these three classmates held him up so he wouldn't fall.

Question. Do you think the magic chair test was beneficial? Why do you say so?
Answer: Yes. It helped Mario distinguish between those who supported him and those who only laughed at him.
Explanation: The test was helpful because it showed Mario who would help him when he was struggling versus who would just laugh.

Question. What does the phrase ‘friends for life’ mean?
Answer: It means friends who remain caring, trustworthy, and supportive and share a lasting bond.
Explanation: "Friends for life" are the special buddies who stay by your side through good times and bad times, forever.

Question. How else can you recognize a real friend?
Answer: Difficult situations can help you see who shows empathy, support, and loyalty when you genuinely need help.
Explanation: If you are sick or have a problem, a real friend will help you, share notes, and check on you.

Question. Which adjectives can you use to characterize Mario?
Answer: Mario can be described as brave, clever, determined, and friendly.
Explanation: These describing words show that Mario was friendly to everyone, brave to try the test, and determined not to give up.

Vocabulary Activity - "Guess the Word"

Question. Find the words related to friendship and complete the words that mean ‘friend’ or ‘friends’: a person you pass a lot of time with — __________
Answer: Companion
Explanation: A companion is someone who goes along with you and keeps you company on your daily adventures.

Question. Find the words related to friendship and complete the words that mean ‘friend’ or ‘friends’: kids in the same class — __________
Answer: Classmates
Explanation: Classmates are the boys and girls who sit and study with you in your school classroom.

Question. What does the phrase ‘friends forever’ mean to you?
Answer: ‘Friends forever’ (or ‘friends for life’) means having friends who are supportive, caring, and trustworthy, and with whom you share a deep bond that lasts through various life experiences.
Explanation: ‘Friends forever’ means having best friends who love you, support you, and stay close to you even as you both grow up.