GSEB Class 6 English Solutions Unit 2 A Ship Can Walk

Activity 1

(A) Work in groups. Recite the song.

I am jumping,

(આઈ ઍમ જમ્પિંગ,) હું કૂદી રહ્યો છું,

I am jumping, look at me.

(આઈ ઍમ જમ્પિંગ, લુક ઍટ મી.) હું કૂદી રહ્યો છું, મને જુઓ.

Question. Can you jump as I do?
Answer: Yes, I can. I can jump just like you.
In simple words: The question asks if one can jump like the speaker, and the answer confirms the ability to do so.

Exam Tip: For simple ability questions, a direct 'Yes, I can' or 'No, I cannot' is usually enough, often followed by a brief confirmation.

I am dancing,

(આઈ ઍમ ડાન્સિંગ,) હું નૃત્ય કરી રહ્યો છું,

I am dancing, look at me.

(આઈ ઍમ ડાન્સિંગ, લુક ઍટ મી.) હું નૃત્ય કરી રહ્યો છું, મને જુઓ.

Question. Can you dance as I do?
Answer: Yes, I can. I am able to dance like you.
In simple words: The question asks if one can dance like the speaker, and the answer confirms the ability.

Exam Tip: In dialogues, respond to ability questions with positive or negative simple phrases to clearly state your capability.

I am sleeping.

(આઈ ઍમ સ્લીપિંગ,) હું સૂતો છું,

I am sleeping, look at me.

(આઈ ઍમ સ્લીપિંગ, લુક ઍટ મી.) હું સૂતો છું, મને જુઓ.

Question. Can you sleep as I do?
Answer: Yes, I can. I am able to sleep just like you.
In simple words: The question asks if one can sleep like the speaker, and the answer confirms the ability.

Exam Tip: Keep your answers concise and direct for "Can you...?" questions, using "Yes, I can" or "No, I cannot."

(B) Work in pairs. નીચેના ટેબલમાં આપેલી વિગતો મોટેથી વાંચો. તેના આધારે તમારા શિક્ષકની મદદથી rhyme બનાવો અને તેનું ગાન કરો.

For the teacher:

(1) એક વિદ્યાર્થી પ્રશ્ન પૂછે અને સમગ્ર વર્ગ અમુક ચોક્કસ પ્રાણી તરીકે ઉત્તર આપે. Can/cannot ઉત્તર આપતાં સમયે વિદ્યાર્થીઓ જે-તે પ્રાણી, પક્ષીની વાસ્તવિક ક્ષમતાના આધારે ઉત્તર આપે તે જોવું.

(2) Rhyme આગળ વધારવા માટે બે પ્રાણીની/પક્ષીની જોડ પસંદ કરો. એક પ્રશ્નનો ઉત્તર Yes, I can. આવે અને બીજા પ્રશ્નનો ઉત્તર No, I cannot. આવે તે રીતે પ્રશ્નોત્તરી કરાવો. અહીં ઉદાહરણ આપ્યાં છે.

(3) ટેબલમાં આપેલ પ્રાણી, પક્ષી સિવાયનાં બીજાં પ્રાણીની/પક્ષીની/જંતુની પસંદગી કરીને પણ આ પ્રવૃત્તિ કરી શકાય. ત્યારબાદ Who can flu ?, Who can jump? જેવા પ્રશ્નો પૂછી ઉત્તર મેળવો.

Examples:

Pair 1:
Rabbit: I am running,
I am running, look at me.
Can you run as I do?
Elephant: No, I can't. No, I can't.

Pair 2:
Bat: I am flying,
I am flying, look at me.
Can you fly as I do ?
Elephant: No, I can't. No, I can't.

(1) Rat: I am cutting,
I am cutting, look at me.
Can you cut as I do?
Dog: No, I can't. No, I can't.

(2) Frog : I am hopping,
I am hopping, look at me.
Can you hop as I do?
Bat: No, I can't. No, I can't.

(3) Crocodile : I am crawling,
I am crawling, look at me.
Can you crawl as I do?
Snake: No, I can't. No, I can't.

(4) Elephant: I am lifting,
I am lifting, look at me.
Can you lift as I do?
Dog: No, I can't. No, I can't.

(5) Dog: I am smelling,
I am smelling, look at me.
Can you smell as I do?
Ant: No, I can't. No, I can't.

(6) Ant: I am walking,
I am walking, look at me.
Can you walk as I do ?
Crocodile : No, I can't. No, I can't.

(7) Snake : I am hissing,
I am hissing, look at me.
Can you hiss as I do ?
Bat: No, I can't. No, I can't.

For the teacher:

(1) Who can fly ?

(2) Who cannot chew ?

Question 1. Who can fly ?
Answer: A bat can fly.
In simple words: Based on the activity table, the animal that has the ability to fly is a bat.

Exam Tip: When asked "Who can X?", identify the animal from the given list that possesses the ability 'X'.

Question 2. Who cannot climb ?
Answer: A rabbit or a dog cannot climb.
In simple words: From the list, both a rabbit and a dog lack the ability to climb.

Exam Tip: For "Who cannot X?" questions, pick animals that explicitly have 'climb' listed under the 'No' column in the reference table.

Question 3. Who can lift?
Answer: An elephant can lift.
In simple words: The elephant is the animal listed as having the ability to lift.

Exam Tip: Match the action to the animal that is stated to perform it correctly from the provided information.

Question 4. Who cannot hear?
Answer: A snake cannot hear.
In simple words: Snakes are known for not having the ability to hear.

Exam Tip: Always consult the provided table or text to confirm which animals possess or lack specific senses or abilities.

Question 5. Who can walk ?
Answer: An ant can walk.
In simple words: Based on the given data, an ant is an animal that can walk.

Exam Tip: Recall the general characteristics of the animals mentioned to answer basic ability questions.

Question 6. Who cannot dance ?
Answer: A frog cannot dance.
In simple words: The frog is listed as an animal that does not have the ability to dance.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to the negative phrasing in the question ("cannot") and find the corresponding animal from the list.

Question 7. Who can hiss ?
Answer: A snake can hiss.
In simple words: Snakes are known for making a hissing sound.

Exam Tip: Associate animals with their typical sounds or actions as given in the context.

Question 8. Who cannot jump ?
Answer: An elephant and a bat cannot jump.
In simple words: Both elephants and bats are mentioned as animals that are unable to jump.

Exam Tip: Check the "No" column for "jump" against each animal to find the correct answers.

Question 9. Who can run ?
Answer: A rabbit can run.
In simple words: Rabbits are animals known for their ability to run quickly.

Exam Tip: Clearly state the animal that can perform the specified action. Consult the given table or text.

Question 10. Who cannot sleep?
Answer: An ant cannot sleep, according to the activity table.
In simple words: The ant is identified as the animal that does not sleep from the given options.

Exam Tip: Refer to the table directly to confirm which activities are marked as 'No' for each animal.

Question 11. Who can crawl?
Answer: A crocodile can crawl.
In simple words: Crocodiles are creatures that move by crawling.

Exam Tip: Connect the action with the animal that typically performs it in the provided context.

Question 12. Who cannot chew?
Answer: A crocodile cannot chew.
In simple words: Crocodiles are listed as animals that do not chew their food.

Exam Tip: Double-check the "No" column for the action "chew" to ensure accuracy in your answer.

Question 13. Who can smell?
Answer: A dog can smell.
In simple words: Dogs possess a strong sense of smell.

Exam Tip: Recall common knowledge about animal senses, or refer to any specific information provided.

Question 14. Who cannot roar?
Answer: A rat cannot roar.
In simple words: Rats are small animals that do not have the ability to roar.

Exam Tip: Consider the typical sounds associated with different animals to answer questions about their vocal abilities.

Question 15. Who can cut?
Answer: A rat can cut things.
In simple words: Rats use their teeth to cut or gnaw on various materials.

Exam Tip: Think about the natural actions animals perform with their physical features, such as teeth for rats.

Question 16. Who can hop?
Answer: A frog can hop.
In simple words: Frogs are animals well-known for their hopping movement.

Exam Tip: Clearly identify the animal from the list that performs the action in the question.

Activity 2

Animals have special abilities. Read the following sentences aloud.

(1)

A hippopotamus can run faster than man.

(અ હિપપૉટમસ કૅન રન ફાસ્ટર ધેન મૅન.) જળઘોડો માણસ કરતાં ઝડપથી દોડી શકે છે.

(2)

A rat can last longer without water than a camel.

(અ રંટ કૅન લાસ્ટ લોંગર વિધાઉટ વૉટર ધેન અ કૅમલ.) ઊંટ કરતાં ઉંદર પાણી વિના વધુ લાંબું ટકી શકે છે.

(3)

The Siberian tiger is the largest cat in the world. It weighs up to 300 kilogram. It can eat 27.2 kilogram of meat at one mealtime.

(ધ સાઇબીરિઅન ટાઇગર ઇઝ ધ લાર્જિસ્ટ કૅટ ઇન ધ વર્લ્ડ, ઇટ વેઝ અપ ટુ 300 કિલોગ્રેમ. ઇટ કૅન ઈટ 27.2 કિલોગ્રેમ ઑવ મીટ ઍટ વન મીલટાઇમ.) સાઇબીરિઅન વાઘ દુનિયાનું કેંટ જાતિનું સૌથી મોટું પ્રાણી છે. તેનું વજન 300 કિલોગ્રામ સુધી હોય છે. તે ખાવાના સમયે એકસાથે 27.2 કિલોગ્રામ માંસ ખાઈ શકે છે.

(4)

A crocodile cannot move its tongue and can't chew.

(અ ક્રૉકડાઇલ કૅનૉટ મુવ ઇટ્સ ટંગ ઍન્ડ કાન્ટ ચૂ.) મગર તેની જીભ હલાવી શકતો નથી અને ચાવી શકતો નથી.

(5)

An ant can lift 50 times its own weight.

(ઍન ઍન્ટ કૅન લિફ્ટ 50 ટાઇમ્સ ઇટ્સ ઓન વેટ.) કીડી તેના પોતાના વજન કરતાં 50 ગણું (વજન) ઉપાડી શકે છે.

(6)

The fastest mammal: The dolphin can swim up to 56 kilometres per hour.

(ધ ફાસ્ટિસ્ટ મૅમલ : ધ ડૉલ્કિન કૅન સ્વિમ અપ ટુ 56 કિલોમીટર્ઝ પર આવર.) સૌથી ઝડપી સસ્તન પ્રાણી : ડૉલ્ફિન કલાકના 56 કિલોમીટર સુધી(ની ઝડપથી) તરી શકે છે.

(7)

A giraffe can clean its ears with its 21-inch long tongue.

(અ જિરાફ કૅન ક્લીન ઇટ્સ ઇઅર્ઝ વિથ ઇટ્સ 21-ઇચ લોંગ ટંગ.) જિરાફ તેની 21-ઇંચ લાંબી જીભથી તેના કાન સાફ કરી શકે છે.

(A) Work in pairs. Read what Nikita can do and what she cannot. Mark ✓ or x for Nikita.

Hello, I am Nikita.

What can I do?

Well, I can play tabla very well.

I can play volleyball but cannot play kabaddi.

I can speak Hindi well but I can't write Hindi.

I can swim but I can't ride a bicycle.

(B) Work in pairs. નિકીતા માટે જેમ ટેબલ તૈયાર કર્યું તેમ તમારા ત્રણ મિત્રો માટે પ્રશ્નો પૂછી, ટેબલ તૈયાર કરો. V કે ૪ કરવાને બદલે can અથવા cannot લખો.

Example: Can you paint?

જો મિત્ર કહે :

Yes, I can paint. તો ખાનામાં can લખો. જો તે કહે કે :

No, I cannot paint. તો ખાનામાં cannot લખો.

આ રીતે બધાં ખાનાં પૂરો. પછી વર્ગ સમક્ષ તમારા કોઈ પણ એક મિત્રની આવડતો વિશે બોલો.

Example: My friend Kamal can paint.

But he cannot cook food.

આ રીતે બધાં વાક્યો બોલો.

(1) My friend Raj :

• My friend Raj can fly kites. But he cannot paint.
• My friend Raj can speak English. But he cannot cook food.
• My friend Raj can eat 10 laddoos. But he cannot drink a litre of milk.
• My friend Raj can create a file in a computer. But he cannot play a flute.
• My friend Raj can ride a bicycle. But he cannot sing.
• My friend Raj cannot stitch a shirt.

(2) My friend Neha

• My friend Neha can paint. But she cannot drink a litre of milk.
• My friend Neha can fly kites. But she cannot play a flute.
• My friend Neha can cook food. But she cannot eat 10 laddoos at a time.
• My friend Neha can speak English. But she cannot create a file in a computer.
• My friend Neha can sing. But she cannot ride a bicycle.
• My friend Neha can stitch a shirt.

(3) My friend Jay:

• My friend Jay can paint. But he cannot cook food.
• My friend Jay can fly kites. But he cannot speak English.
• My friend Jay can drink a litre of milk. But he cannot eat 10 laddoos at a time.
• My friend Jay can play a flute. But he cannot sing.
• My friend Jay can stitch a shirt. But he cannot create a file in a computer.
• My friend Jay can ride a bicycle.

Activity 4.

(A) Your teacher will read the dialogue. Listen to her/him carefully and then read it aloud.

Alka, her friend Shabana and Yuvraj are on a visit to a circus. They are visiting it during day time.

They are in a big canvas tent. The manager is talking to them.

Manager: Come this way, children!

We have many animals and birds. They can do wonderful tricks.

Alka: Oh yes, we heard about it.

Manager: Look at this monkey. His name is Appu. Appu can count up to ten and tell us.

Alka: Shabana, give him six pebbles. Let him count.

Shabana: I can't believe this! Appu is showing six fingers.

Manager: Well done, Appu! Have this banana. Come, I will show you some other amazing animals and birds. This way, please. Here is the parrot. He can imitate any voice easily.

Yuvraj: Really ? Let me try. “STEFT ypr:”

The parrot: Aha am shu u...ka...h.

Shabana: Oh ! Yes, it is.

Yuvraj: (Interrupting) Who is that funny ? man ?

Manager: He is a clown. He can do magic tricks.

Alka: Will you please show us that cat ? I heard that she can roll all over a ball along with music.

Manager: Certainly. Here she is. To our left. She is practising for the show.

Alka: Look, how fast she can do that!

Yuvraj: Are there wild animals in the circus, sir ?

Manager : Yes, we have. Look at Pappu, the tiger. He can jump through a burning ring.?

Alka: What are those elephants doing there?

Manager : They are practising for the show.

They can dance and play foot-ball. Children just love their show.

Shabana: Hey, listen, the bell is ringing.

Is it for someone ?

Manager: Excuse me, children. It is for me. My ring master is calling me.

Manager : (Removing his mask and coat)

Well, I am a chimpanzee. Hope you had a nice time with me.

Bye!

The children stare at the chimpanzee cum manager with their mouths open.

Activity 5.

(A) Listen to the story. Then read

The Ship Of The Desert

Lion: (Roaring) Who are you?
Camel: (Looking down at the lion) I am the ship of the desert. Who are you?
Lion: Don't you know me? I am the king of the forest.
Camel: Are you? Oh, I see.
Lion: You call yourself the ship of the desert? How can you be a ship? You're an animal.
Camel: Look at my feet. They are thick and padded. The hot sun does not burn them.
Lion: My feet are padded too. Thorns don't prick them and I can run 80 kilometres per hour.
Camel: That is true. You can run 80 kilometres an hour in a forest, but can you run even a kilometre on the hot sand?
Camel: (Interrupting) And you can't live without water for a week, can you?
Lion: No, I can't. I need water every day. But tell me, can you do without water?
Camel: Yes, I can. There are no rivers or lakes in a desert. But that does not bother me. I can drink 200 bottles of water at a time.
Lion: Really! You must have a big stomach!
Camel: (Proudly) Yes, I have a big stomach. I can store water for a week. I can even store food for two weeks.
Lion: (Showing a lot of interest) Do you store food in your stomach?
Camel: No, I don't. I store it in my hump. I eat a lot of food at one time. Then I don't need to eat for a fortnight.
Lion: That's interesting. But what do you eat?
Camel: I eat leaves.
Lion: But there are no trees in a desert. What do you eat there?
Camel: There are thorny bushes in the desert. I eat thorns. The thorns don't prick my thick tongue.
Lion: How wonderful!
Camel: King of the forest, please come with me to the desert.
Lion: No, please. I can't walk on burning sand, I can't store food and water and I can't eat thorns. Goodbye and good luck, O 'Ship of the Desert'!

Exam Tip: Pay attention to character voices and actions in a story to understand their personalities and roles.

(B) Put the missing letters.

Image of a camel with parts like hump, stomach, sand, thorn, prick, feet labelled.

Exam Tip: Understanding the anatomy of animals helps with descriptive writing and comprehension.

(C) Work in pairs. The sentences from the story are mixed up. Read them and place them in the appropriate columns.

Exam Tip: Categorizing information helps organize facts and understand character traits or object properties.

(E) અહીં આપેલા કોષ્ટકનો ઉપયોગ કરી, ઉદાહરણ પ્રમાણે, તમારા વિશે વાક્યો બોલો.

Example: I am a camel / lion.

(1) Camel

I am a camel. I am the 'Ship of the Desert'. I have thick padded feet. I do not eat every day. Thorns cannot prick my thick tongue. I can store water for a week.

(2) Lion

I am a lion. I am the king of the forest. I also have padded feet. I can run 80 kilometres an hour. I cannot eat thorns. I need water every day.

Exam Tip: When writing descriptive paragraphs, start with a clear topic sentence and include relevant details in a logical order.

(E) Write a paragraph on a camel or a lion.

(1) The Camel: The camel is often called the 'Ship of the Desert'. This animal has thick padded feet, so the hot sun does not burn them. A camel can live without water for a week and drink 200 bottles of water at a time. It stores water in its stomach and food in its hump, allowing it to live without food for two weeks. The camel mostly eats leaves and thorny bushes in the desert; the thorns do not prick its thick tongue.

(2) The Lion: The lion lives in a forest and is known as the 'King of the Forest'. This animal has padded feet, which means thorns do not prick them easily. A lion can run up to 80 kilometres an hour in the forest. However, a lion needs food and water every day to survive.

Exam Tip: Focus on presenting unique characteristics and abilities of each animal when writing comparative descriptions.

(F) Work in pairs. Answer the questions with 'Yes' or 'No'.

Question 1. Can the camel store food in its stomach?
Answer: No
In simple words: No, a camel keeps its food in its hump, not its stomach.

Exam Tip: Remember specific details about animal anatomy, like where a camel stores food, to answer correctly.

Question 2. Can the camel walk easily on the hot sand?
Answer: Yes
In simple words: Yes, a camel's feet are designed to easily walk on hot sand.

Exam Tip: Understand how an animal's physical features help it adapt to its environment.

Question 3. Are there thorny bushes in the desert?
Answer: Yes
In simple words: Yes, many deserts have thorny bushes for camels to eat.

Exam Tip: Recall facts about the desert environment and its typical vegetation.

Question 4. Can the lion drink 200 bottles of water at a time?
Answer: No
In simple words: No, only a camel can drink that much water at once.

Exam Tip: Differentiate between the abilities of different animals mentioned in the text.

Question 5. Is the lion ready to go with the camel?
Answer: No
In simple words: No, the lion dislikes sand, thorns, and not storing water, so it won't go with the camel.

Exam Tip: Base your answer on the lion's stated reasons for not wanting to go to the desert.

(G) Answer the questions in one or two words.

Question 1. Who can eat a lot of food at a time?
Answer: Camel
In simple words: The camel can eat a lot in one go.

Exam Tip: Focus on identifying the key actor or subject of the question.

Question 2. What cannot burn the camel's feet?
Answer: Hot sand
In simple words: The camel's feet are protected from hot sand.

Exam Tip: Remember details about the camel's adaptations for desert living.

Question 3. Who can run fast in a desert?
Answer: Camel
In simple words: Only the camel can run fast on desert sand.

Exam Tip: Distinguish which animal possesses which specific ability related to the desert.

Question 4. What cannot disturb the camel?
Answer: Thorns, hot sand
In simple words: Thorns and hot sand do not bother the camel due to its adaptations.

Exam Tip: List all relevant factors that do not affect the camel, based on the story.

Question 5. Where can the camel store water?
Answer: Stomach
In simple words: The camel keeps water in its stomach.

Exam Tip: Be precise with the anatomical location for storing water, as described in the text.

Activity 6. Study the example. Write a request for each picture.

Question. Write a request for the given picture showing a dentist.
Answer: Dr Rakeshbhai, will you please cure my toothache?
In simple words: Look at the picture of the dentist. Ask him to fix your tooth pain.

Exam Tip: Practice forming polite requests using "will you please" for different scenarios.

Question 1. Write a request for the given picture showing a tailor.
Answer: Mohanbhai, will you please stitch a shirt for me?
In simple words: See the tailor in the picture. Ask him to sew a shirt for you.

Exam Tip: Identify the profession from the image and formulate a request related to their work.

Question 2. Write a request for the given picture showing a carpenter.
Answer: Ramjibhai, will you please make furniture for my house?
In simple words: Look at the carpenter. Ask him to build some furniture for your home.

Exam Tip: Use the appropriate professional's name when making a request for their services.

Question 3. Write a request for the given picture showing an electrician.
Answer: Kiritbhai, will you please repair my table lamp?
In simple words: Observe the electrician. Ask him to fix your table lamp.

Exam Tip: Connect the specific problem (e.g., broken lamp) with the professional who can solve it.

Question 4. Write a request for the given picture showing a mason.
Answer: Devabhai, will you please build a wall for my garden?
In simple words: See the mason in the picture. Ask him to construct a wall for your garden.

Exam Tip: Ensure your request specifies the item or structure to be built or repaired.

Question 5. Write a request for the given picture showing a barber.
Answer: Lalmonal, will you please cut my hair?
In simple words: Look at the barber. Ask him to cut your hair.

Exam Tip: Use respectful language when asking for services from professionals.

Activity 7. Work in groups. Here is a list of things. Write about them.

Question. Write about a brick.
Answer: It is red. It is heavy. I can build a wall with it. But I cannot eat it.
In simple words: Describe the color, weight, what it's used for, and what it's not used for.

Exam Tip: For descriptive tasks, include physical attributes, functions, and limitations.

Question 1. Write about a nail.
Answer: It is made of iron. I can hang pictures and clocks on it. But I cannot hang clothes on it.
In simple words: Describe what a nail is made of, what it's for, and what it's not used for.

Exam Tip: Be specific about the material and the various uses and non-uses of the object.

Question 2. Write about a cap.
Answer: It is made of glass. I can drink tea in it. But I cannot take a bath in it.
In simple words: Explain its material, what you can do with it (like drinking tea), and what you can't (like bathing).

Exam Tip: Clearly state the primary function of the object and differentiate it from other, similar items.

Question 3. Write about a CD.
Answer: It is round. I can hear songs on it. But I cannot write on it.
In simple words: Describe its shape, what it's used for (listening to songs), and what you can't do with it (writing).

Exam Tip: Mention key characteristics and primary uses of the object.

Question 4. Write about a glass.
Answer: I can drink water in it. I can drink juice in it. But I cannot eat it.
In simple words: List drinks you can put in it (water, juice) and confirm you cannot eat it.

Exam Tip: Focus on the container's purpose for liquids and its basic limitations.

Question 5. Write about a comb.
Answer: It is made of plastic. I can comb my hair with it. I cannot wash my hair with it.
In simple words: Explain its material, what you use it for (combing hair), and what you don't do with it (washing hair).

Exam Tip: Clearly state the material, primary function, and a contrasting non-function.

Question 6. Write about a thread.
Answer: I can stitch clothes with it. But I cannot cut cloth with it.
In simple words: Describe its main use for sewing and clarify it's not for cutting fabric.

Exam Tip: Focus on the specific craft or activity an object is used for, and what it isn't.

Question 7. Write about a hammer.
Answer: It is big. It is heavy. I can fix a nail with it. But I cannot fix a tap with it.
In simple words: Mention its size and weight. State what it can fix (nails) and what it cannot (a tap).

Exam Tip: List both the physical description and the primary purpose of the tool.

Question 8. Write about a computer.
Answer: It is a machine. I can study with it. I can play on it. But I cannot swim with it.
In simple words: Describe it as a machine. List common uses like studying and playing, and a clear non-use like swimming.

Exam Tip: When describing technology, highlight its function for learning and entertainment, as well as its limitations.

Question 9. Write about a sheet of paper.
Answer: It is of many colours. I can write on it. I can make a boat with it. But I cannot sail on it.
In simple words: Mention its various colors. State what you can do (write, make a boat) and what you can't (sail a paper boat).

Exam Tip: Include both creative uses and realistic limitations of simple objects.

Activity 8.

(A) Work in pairs. નીચેનાં વાક્યો મોટેથી વાંચો અને સરખા ઉચ્ચારવાળા શબ્દો નીચે લીટી દોરો.

(1) I am Madhav. My left eye is weak.
(2) Do you know Punjabi, Mehul? No, I don't.
(3) Go by a car, Suresh. Thank you, Smita. Good bye.
(4) Our principal was at school for an hour.
(5) Eight friends ate all the apples.
(6) We are at Somnath temple. We can see the sea from here.
(7) I ate two kachories. I can take one more, too.
(8) Come here. Can you hear the call of the cuckoo?
(9) This is a strong knot. I cannot untie it.
(10) This is the last week before the examination. Mitali is still weak in her studies.

Exam Tip: Pay close attention to words that sound similar but have different spellings and meanings (homophones).

(B) શબ્દકોશનો ઉપયોગ કરો. Activity 8 (A)માં આપેલાં વાક્યોમાં લીટી દોરેલા શબ્દોના અર્થ જાણો.

Exam Tip: Using a dictionary helps distinguish between homophones and understand their specific meanings in context.

નીચે આપેલાં વાક્યો વાંચી તે સાચાં છે કે ખોટાં તે જણાવો.

Question 1. Mohan is very weak in his studies.
Answer: Correct
In simple words: The sentence is correct as written.

Exam Tip: Confirm that the word 'weak' is used correctly in the context of academic performance.

Question 2. Eye am Mr Nair.
Answer: Wrong. I am Mr Nair.
In simple words: The word 'Eye' should be 'I' to refer to oneself.

Exam Tip: Differentiate between 'Eye' (the organ of sight) and 'I' (the first-person pronoun).

Question 3. We saw the sea at Veraval last Sunday.
Answer: Correct
In simple words: The sentence uses the correct homophones for 'saw' and 'sea'.

Exam Tip: Ensure that 'saw' (past tense of see) and 'sea' (large body of saltwater) are used appropriately.

Question 4. My hands are week.
Answer: Wrong. My hands are weak.
In simple words: The word 'week' (a period of seven days) should be 'weak' (lacking strength).

Exam Tip: Correctly use 'week' for time and 'weak' for strength to avoid confusion.

Question 5. See you again, Harsh. By... by...
Answer: Wrong. See you again, Harsh. Bye... bye...
In simple words: The word 'By' (meaning through or near) should be 'Bye' (a farewell).

Exam Tip: Remember that 'Bye' is the correct term for saying goodbye, not 'By'.

Question 6. We can hear the noise of the crowd.
Answer: Correct
In simple words: The sentence correctly uses 'hear' for sensing sound.

Exam Tip: Use 'hear' when referring to the act of perceiving sound with your ears.

Question 7. Hour breakfast was not ready in the morning.
Answer: Wrong. Our breakfast was not ready in the morning.
In simple words: The word 'Hour' (a unit of time) should be 'Our' (belonging to us).

Exam Tip: Distinguish between 'hour' (60 minutes) and 'our' (possessive pronoun).

Question 8. WE see a butterfly in the garden.
Answer: Correct
In simple words: The sentence correctly uses 'see' for observing something.

Exam Tip: Ensure 'see' is used for visual perception, matching the context.

Question 9. We were hear In the garden last week.
Answer: Wrong. We were here In the garden last week.
In simple words: The word 'hear' (to perceive sound) should be 'here' (in this place).

Exam Tip: Understand the difference between 'hear' (sound) and 'here' (location).

Question 10. The knot of the rope is strong. Cut it.
Answer: Correct
In simple words: Both 'knot' and 'cut' are used correctly in this sentence.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to the correct usage of 'knot' (a fastening) and 'cut' (to divide with a sharp tool).

Question 11. I will complete the homework next week.
Answer: Correct
In simple words: The sentence correctly uses 'week' for a period of time.

Exam Tip: Ensure 'week' is used when referring to a seven-day period.

Question 12. There were ate books on the table.
Answer: Wrong. There were eight books on the table.
In simple words: The word 'ate' (past tense of eat) should be 'eight' (the number 8).

Exam Tip: Differentiate between 'ate' (consuming food) and 'eight' (a numerical value).

Question 13. Mohan eight all the oranges.
Answer: Wrong. Mohan ate all the oranges.
In simple words: The word 'eight' (the number 8) should be 'ate' (past tense of eat).

Exam Tip: Use 'ate' to describe the action of eating in the past tense.

Question 14. There were only two students on the playground.
Answer: Correct
In simple words: The sentence correctly uses 'two' for the number 2.

Exam Tip: Ensure 'two' is used for the quantity and not a homophone like 'to' or 'too'.

Activity 9. Play the game with the help of your teacher.

Sample Dialogue:
Group A: Sorry, you are not useful to me.
OR
Group A: What can you do for me?
Group B: I can build a wall.
Group A: I need your help. How many rupees?
Group B: Three hundred rupees.
Group A: Sorry, you are too costly for me.
OR
This is OK. Please come with me.

Exam Tip: This game helps you learn different professions and the problems they solve. Think about which helper matches each task.

Activity 10.

Recite and sing.

I Am A Music Man
I am a music man.
I come from far away,
And I can play.
What can you play?
I play the piano.
Pla, pla, piano, piano, piano.

(Ask your teacher for the story of a flute-man and compare that story with this picture.)

Let's Learn More

1. Read the following paragraphs from the lesson.

(1) Lion : (Roaring) Who are you ?
Camel: (Looking down at the lion) I am the ship of the desert. Who are you?
Lion : Don't you know me ? I am the king of the forest.
Camel: Are you ? Oh, I see.

Answer the following questions.

Question 1. What is the camel ?
Answer: The camel is the ship of the desert. It is called this because it moves easily across sandy areas, similar to how a ship moves on water.
In simple words: The camel is known as the 'ship of the desert' for its ability to travel through sand.

Exam Tip: Remember to use the specific phrase 'ship of the desert' when describing the camel's role.

Question 2. What is the lion ?
Answer: The lion is the king of the forest. It is known for its strength and dominance in its habitat.
In simple words: The lion is called the king of the forest.

Exam Tip: State the lion's title clearly as 'king of the forest'.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. A lion ..........
(a) squeaks
(b) roars
(c) barks
(d) neighs
Answer: (b) roars
In simple words: A lion makes a loud, deep sound called a roar.

Exam Tip: Know the specific sound each animal makes. For a lion, it's 'roar'.

Question 2. The camel is the ..........
(a) ship of the forest
(b) ship of the desert
(c) king of the forest
(d) king of the desert
Answer: (b) ship of the desert
In simple words: The camel is known as the ship of the desert.

Exam Tip: Distinguish between the camel's title ('ship of the desert') and the lion's title ('king of the forest').

Question 3. The lion is the ..........
(a) ship of the forest
(b) ship of the desert
(c) king of the forest
(d) king of the desert
Answer: (c) king of the forest
In simple words: The lion is known as the king of the forest.

Exam Tip: Ensure you match the correct title to the correct animal, as these are common identifiers.

(2) Lion : You call yourself the ship of the desert ? How can you be a ship ? You're an animal.
Camel: Look at my feet. They are thick and padded. The hot sun does not burn them.
Lion: My feet are padded too. Thorns don't prick them and I can run 80 kilometres per hour.
Camel: That is true. You can run 80 kilometres an hour in a forest but can you run even a kilometre on the hot sand ?
Lion : May be not, but....

Answer the following questions.

Question 1. Why can't the hot sun burn the camel's feet ?
Answer: The hot sun cannot burn the camel's feet because they are thick and padded. This special design helps protect them from the scorching desert ground.
In simple words: The camel's feet are thick and padded, so the hot sun doesn't burn them.

Exam Tip: Focus on the specific physical adaptation (thick and padded feet) that protects the camel.

Question 2. Are the lion's feet padded ?
Answer: Yes, the lion's feet are padded. These padded feet help them move quietly and prevent thorns from hurting them.
In simple words: Yes, the lion has padded feet.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to details about both animals' physical traits, not just the camel's.

Question 3. Why can't thorns prick the lion's feet ?
Answer: Thorns cannot prick the lion's feet because they are padded. The thick padding acts as a natural shield against sharp objects.
In simple words: Thorns can't hurt the lion's feet because they are padded.

Exam Tip: Connect the padded feet feature directly to the protection it offers from thorns.

Question 4. How fast can the lion run ?
Answer: The lion can run 80 kilometres per hour. This speed helps it hunt and move quickly in its habitat.
In simple words: A lion can run 80 kilometres in an hour.

Exam Tip: Remember specific numerical facts like the lion's speed.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. The lion can run ..........
(a) 80 kilometres per second
(b) 80 kilometres per minute
(c) 80 kilometres per hour
(d) 80 kilometres per day
Answer: (c) 80 kilometres per hour
In simple words: The lion can run 80 kilometers per hour.

Exam Tip: Be careful with the units of speed (per second, per minute, per hour, per day).

Question 2. The camel's feet are ..........
(a) thin and padded
(b) thick and padded
(c) thin and soft
(d) thick and soft
Answer: (b) thick and padded
In simple words: The camel has thick and padded feet.

Exam Tip: Recall the exact description of the camel's feet from the text.

Question 3. The .......... can't burn the camel's feet.
(a) hot sun
(b) thorns
(c) bushes
(d) trees
Answer: (a) hot sun
In simple words: The hot sun cannot burn the camel's feet.

Exam Tip: Understand which element from the desert environment the camel's feet are protected from.

Question 4. .......... can't prick the lion's feet.
(a) Sand
(b) Sun
(c) Thorns
(d) Trees
Answer: (c) Thorns
In simple words: Thorns cannot prick the lion's feet.

Exam Tip: Remember that both the camel and the lion have padded feet, offering similar protection against thorns.

(3) Camel: (Interrupting) And you can't live without water for a week, can you?
Lion : No, I can't. I need water every day. But tell me, can you do without water ?
Camel: Yes, I can. There are no rivers or lakes in a desert. But that does not bother me. I can drink 200 bottles of water at a time.
Lion: Really! You must have a big stomach!
Camel : (Proudly) Yes, I have a big stomach.

Answer the following questions.

Question 1. Who needs water every day ?
Answer: The lion needs water every day. Unlike the camel, the lion does not have the ability to store water for long periods.
In simple words: The lion needs to drink water every day.

Exam Tip: Contrast the water needs of the lion with those of the camel.

Question 2. How much water can the camel drink at a time ?
Answer: The camel can drink 200 bottles of water at a time. This large capacity helps it survive long periods in the desert without water.
In simple words: A camel can drink 200 bottles of water at once.

Exam Tip: Note the specific quantity (200 bottles) as it highlights the camel's unique ability.

Question 3. How long can the camel live without water ?
Answer: The camel can live without water for a week. Its body is adapted to conserve water efficiently, allowing it to go for an extended period without drinking.
In simple words: A camel can survive for one week without water.

Exam Tip: Remember the duration (a week) for which a camel can go without water.

Question 4. Where does the camel store water ?
Answer: The camel stores water in its stomach. This specialized organ allows it to hold a large volume of water for later use.
In simple words: The camel keeps water in its stomach.

Exam Tip: Identify the specific body part where the camel stores water. It's a key adaptation.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. The camel can live without water for ..........
(a) 7 days
(b) 21 days
(c) 30 days
Answer: (a) 7 days
In simple words: The camel can live without water for 7 days.

Exam Tip: Know that 'a week' is equivalent to '7 days' for precise answers.

Question 2. There are .no .......... in a desert.
(a) seas or oceans
(b) ponds or pools
(c) rivers or seas
(d) rivers or lakes
Answer: (d) rivers or lakes
In simple words: Deserts do not have rivers or lakes.

Exam Tip: Identify geographical features absent in a desert. The context is about water sources.

Question 3. The camel can drink .......... of water at a time.
(a) 2 bottles
(b) 20 bottles
(c) 200 bottles
(d) 2000 bottles
Answer: (c) 200 bottles
In simple words: A camel can drink 200 bottles of water at once.

Exam Tip: Be precise with the quantity of water a camel can drink at one time.

Question 4. The lion needs water ..........
(a) every minute
(b) every hour
(c) every day
(d) every week
Answer: (c) every day
In simple words: The lion needs to drink water every day.

Exam Tip: Compare the lion's daily water requirement with the camel's ability to store it for a week.

Question 5. The camel has a big ..........
(a) stomach
(b) feet
(c) hump
(d) mouth
Answer: (a) stomach
In simple words: The camel has a large stomach.

Exam Tip: Recall that the lion commented on the camel's "big stomach" for drinking so much water.

(4) Camel : (Proudly) Yes, I have a big stomach. I can store water for a week. I can even store food for two weeks.
Lion: (Showing a lot of interest) Do you
store food in your stomach ?
Camel: No, I don't. I store it in my hump.
I eat a lot of food at one time.
Then I don't need to eat for a fortnight.

Answer the following questions.

Question 1. How long can the camel store water ?
Answer: The camel can store water for a week. This ability is crucial for its survival in dry desert environments.
In simple words: The camel can keep water for one week.

Exam Tip: Remember that "a week" means 7 days when answering. Both forms are acceptable.

Question 2. How long can the camel store food ?
Answer: The camel can store food for two weeks. It does this in its hump, which contains fat reserves that can be converted into energy and water.
In simple words: The camel can store food for two weeks.

Exam Tip: Distinguish between the duration of water storage (one week) and food storage (two weeks).

Question 3. Where does the camel store food ?
Answer: The camel stores food in its hump. The hump is primarily a fat reserve that provides energy and water when needed.
In simple words: The camel stores food in its hump.

Exam Tip: Clearly identify the hump as the storage location for food, not water.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. The Camel stores water in the ..........
(a) hump
(b) stomach
(c) bag
(d) river
Answer: (b) stomach
In simple words: The camel stores water in its stomach.

Exam Tip: Pay close attention to what is stored where: water in the stomach, food in the hump.

Question 2. The camel stores food in the ..........
(a) hump
(b) stomach
(c) bag
(d) intestine
Answer: (a) hump
In simple words: The camel keeps its food in its hump.

Exam Tip: This question tests the distinction between water and food storage locations. Be clear.

Question 3. The camel has a big ..........
(a) tongue
(b) mouth
(c) hump
(d) stomach
Answer: (d) stomach
In simple words: The camel possesses a large stomach.

Exam Tip: Remember the Lion's observation about the camel's stomach after it drank a lot of water.

Question 4. The camel can store water for ..........
(a) a day
(b) a week
(c) a month
(d) a year
Answer: (b) a week
In simple words: A camel can store water for one week.

Exam Tip: Match the correct duration for water storage specifically.

Question 5. The camel can store food for ..........
(a) two days
(b) two months
(c) two weeks
(d) two hours
Answer: (c) two weeks
In simple words: The camel is able to store food for two weeks.

Exam Tip: Differentiate between the storage periods for water and food.

(5) Lion : That's interesting. But what do you eat?
Camel: I eat leaves.
Lion: But there are no trees in a desert.
What do you eat there ?
Camel: There are thorny bushes in the desert. I eat thorns. The thorns don't prick my thick tongue.
Lion: How wonderful!

Answer the following question.

Question 1. What does the camel eat?
Answer: The camel eats leaves and thorns. It can eat thorns without pain because its tongue is thick and protected.
In simple words: The camel eats leaves and thorny bushes.

Exam Tip: Specify both types of food mentioned: leaves and thorns.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. The camel eats ..........
(a) grass
(b) fruits
(c) leaves
(d) food
Answer: (c) leaves
In simple words: The camel eats leaves.

Exam Tip: Recall the primary food source mentioned for the camel in the conversation.

Question 2. The .......... don't prick the camel's tongue.
(a) leaves
(b) thorns
(c) bushes
(d) trees
Answer: (b) thorns
In simple words: Thorns do not hurt the camel's tongue.

Exam Tip: Focus on the specific item that would normally prick but doesn't affect the camel's tongue.

Question 3. There are no .......... in the desert.
(a) bushes
(b) fruits
(c) leaves
(d) trees
Answer: (d) trees
In simple words: There are no trees in the desert.

Exam Tip: Understand what is generally absent in a desert environment based on the conversation.

2. Form questions and write answers with 'Yes' and 'No'.

Example: Dipesh can sing a song.
Can Dipesh sing a song?
Yes, he can sing a song.
No, he cannot sing a song.

(1) Rohit can play chess.
Can Rohit play chess?
Yes, he can play chess.
No, he cannot play chess.

Exam Tip: When forming a 'Yes/No' question, always start with 'Can' or 'Cannot' followed by the subject and verb.

(2) The children can study at night.
Can the children study at night?
Yes, they can study at night.
No, they cannot study at night.

Exam Tip: Ensure that the pronoun in the answer (e.g., 'they') correctly matches the subject in the question (e.g., 'the children').

(3) Aman can write a poem.
Can Aman write a poem ?
Yes, he can write a poem.
No, he cannot write a poem.

Exam Tip: Keep the answer simple and directly address the question using 'can' or 'cannot'.

(4) Farida can cook.
Can Farida cook?
Yes, she can cook.
No, she cannot cook.

Exam Tip: Use the correct gender pronoun (she for Farida) in your answer.

(5) We can play in the garden.
Can we play in the garden?
Yes, we can play in the garden.
No, we cannot play in the garden.

Exam Tip: Maintain consistency in the subject ('we') throughout the question and its answers.

(6) Harsh can speak English.
Can Harsh speak English?
Yes, he can speak English.
No, he cannot speak English.

Exam Tip: When using names, ensure to repeat the name or use the correct pronoun in the answer.

(7) They can fly kites.
Can they fly kites?
Yes, they can fly kites.
No, they cannot fly kites.

Exam Tip: The structure 'can + subject + verb' is standard for these questions.

(8) Jigar can paint.
Can Jigar paint?
Yes, he can paint.
No, he cannot paint.

Exam Tip: Ensure that the verb in the question (paint) is carried through to the answer.

(9) The boys can clean the room.
Can the boys clean the room?
Yes, they can clean the room.
No, they cannot clean the room.

Exam Tip: Replace plural nouns like 'the boys' with the appropriate plural pronoun 'they' in the answers.

(10) Piyush can go home.
Can Piyush go home?
Yes, he can go home.
No, he cannot go home.

Exam Tip: Double-check for correct capitalization at the start of sentences and questions.

3. Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the brackets.

Question 1. I .......... two apples, (eight/ate)
Answer: I ate two apples.

Exam Tip: Choose the word that fits the context of action in the past; 'ate' is the past tense of 'eat'.

Question 2. Our school is here. I will go home next .......... (week/weak)
Answer: Our school is here. I will go home next week.

Exam Tip: Select the word that refers to a period of time ('week'), not a state of being ('weak').

Question 3. Our principal was at school for an .......... (hour / our)
Answer: Our principal was at school for an hour.

Exam Tip: The article 'an' before the blank indicates a word starting with a vowel sound, making 'hour' correct.

Question 4. We went to the river, .......... (sea / see)
Answer: We went to the river, see.

Exam Tip: The verb 'see' fits the context of observation after going to the river. Note: If it implied the river was a sea, 'sea' might be an alternative but 'see' is more natural here as an observation or instruction.

Question 5. Do you .......... Mayur ? (know / no)
Answer: Do you know Mayur ?

Exam Tip: Choose the verb 'know' which means to be familiar with someone.

Question 6. Where is .......... house? (hour / our)
Answer: Where is our house?

Exam Tip: 'Our' is a possessive pronoun indicating belonging, which is suitable for 'house'.

Question 7. Are you hungry, .......... ? (two/too)
Answer: Are you hungry, too ?

Exam Tip: 'Too' means 'also' or 'in addition', fitting the context of asking if someone else is hungry.

Question 8. Give me .......... books. (eight/ate)
Answer: Give me eight books.

Exam Tip: 'Eight' is a number, suitable for counting books; 'ate' is a verb.

Question 9. He is a .......... boy. (weak/week)
Answer: He is a weak boy.

Exam Tip: 'Weak' is an adjective describing a boy, fitting the sentence structure.

Question 10. They are walking on the .......... shore. (sea / see)
Answer: They are walking on the sea shore.

Exam Tip: 'Sea shore' is a common phrase referring to the land beside the sea.

Question 11. .......... I cannot play chess. (Know/No)
Answer: No, I cannot play chess.

Exam Tip: 'No' is used to start a negative statement or answer a yes/no question negatively.

Question 12. Give me .......... pens, please. (too /two)
Answer: Give me two pens, please.

Exam Tip: 'Two' is a number, suitable for counting items like pens.

4. Name the helpers using the clues given in the brackets.

(mason, carpenter, cobbler, postman, policeman, tailor, barber, farmer, doctor, teacher, plumber, potter)

(1) I can teach students.
Answer: teacher

Exam Tip: Associate the action 'teach' directly with the profession 'teacher'.

(2) I can make pots.
Answer: potter

Exam Tip: A 'potter' is someone who makes pots. Link the action to the doer.

(3) I can grow crops.
Answer: farmer

Exam Tip: The act of 'growing crops' is the primary role of a 'farmer'.

(4) I can catch a thief.
Answer: policeman

Exam Tip: 'Catching a thief' is a key duty of a 'policeman'.

(5) I can give medicines.
Answer: doctor

Exam Tip: 'Giving medicines' is a core responsibility of a 'doctor'.

(6) I can build walls.
Answer: mason

Exam Tip: A 'mason' is a skilled worker who builds with stone or brick, including walls.

(7) I can cut hair.
Answer: barber

Exam Tip: The profession of 'cutting hair' is that of a 'barber'.

(8) I can mend shoes.
Answer: cobbler

Exam Tip: A 'cobbler' is a person whose trade is making or repairing shoes.

(9) I can repair taps.
Answer: plumber

Exam Tip: 'Repairing taps' is a task performed by a 'plumber'.

(10) I can make furniture.
Answer: carpenter

Exam Tip: A 'carpenter' is someone who works with wood to build or repair items, including furniture.

(11) I can bring letters.
Answer: postman

Exam Tip: The primary duty of a 'postman' is to deliver letters and mail.

(12) I can stitch clothes.
Answer: tailor

Exam Tip: A 'tailor' is a person who makes, repairs, or alters clothes professionally.

5. Write about 5-7 sentences on 'The Tiger'.
Answer: The tiger is a wild animal that lives in the forest. It is a very strong creature with a bright yellow colour and distinct black stripes. It possesses bright, shining eyes and padded feet, which allow it to walk silently without creating any noise. The tiger consumes other animals like deer, bears, and rabbits. The female tiger is known as a 'tigress', and the tiger is our national animal.
In simple words: The tiger is a wild, strong forest animal with yellow fur and black stripes. It has quiet, padded feet and eats other animals. The female is a tigress, and it's our national animal.

Exam Tip: Include key descriptive details like appearance (colour, stripes), physical features (eyes, feet), diet, and its status as a national animal for a complete answer.

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