GSEB Class 7 English Solutions Unit 2 How many did you

Activity 1(A)

થોડા દિવસ પહેલાં રાકેશનો જન્મદિવસ હતો. તેનો ફોટોગ્રાફ જુઓ. હવે, તમારા શિક્ષક રમત રમાડે તે પ્રમાણે રમો. તમારા શિક્ષક વાક્ય બોલશે, ચિત્રને આધારે સાચા વાક્ય માટે T અને ખોટા વાક્ય માટે ”:

Activity 1(B)

Read the passage:

A boy was sitting at his table near the window. He was doing his homework. His mother asked, "Did you take your breakfast ?" The boy said, “No”. Mother called him and served his breakfast. He was about to start his breakfast. Then a beggar came to the door.
He said, “Please give me something to eat.” The boy looked at the beggar. He looked really very poor and hungry. He gave his breakfast to the beggar. The beggar was very happy. This boy was later known as Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.

Discuss in pairs and put [√] marks for right and [X] mark for wrong statements:

Question 1. Mother gave her breakfast to the beggar. [X]
Answer: The mother did not give her breakfast to the beggar; the boy gave his own breakfast to the beggar.
In simple words: The boy, not his mother, gave his breakfast to the beggar.

Exam Tip: Pay close attention to who performs each action in the story to correctly identify true or false statements.

Question 2. The boy was studying. [√]
Answer: Yes, the boy was indeed studying when his mother asked him about his breakfast. He was doing his homework.
In simple words: The boy was studying his lessons.

Exam Tip: Look for direct evidence in the passage to confirm statements. "He was doing his homework" directly supports this.

Question 3. Netaji gave his breakfast to the beggar. [√]
Answer: Yes, the boy who later became Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose gave his breakfast to the beggar. This act shows his generosity.
In simple words: Netaji gave his food to the beggar.

Exam Tip: Understand that the boy in the story is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, connecting his actions to his later identity.

Question 4. The boy did not eat anything. [√]
Answer: The boy did not eat anything because he gave his breakfast to the hungry beggar. He prioritized the beggar's need over his own.
In simple words: The boy didn't eat his food because he gave it away.

Exam Tip: Look for the sequence of events. The boy was "about to start his breakfast" but then gave it away.

Question 5. The beggar asked for some money [X]
Answer: The beggar did not ask for money. He asked for something to eat because he was very poor and hungry.
In simple words: The beggar asked for food, not money.

Exam Tip: Distinguish between specific requests in the passage. "Please give me something to eat" clearly indicates what the beggar desired.

Activity 2.

(A) Say these phrases after your teacher

(1) at one blow
(2) in our kingdom
(3) a rich reward
(4) behind the tree

(B) Listen to the following words and repeat them loudly :

(1) bit - beat
(2) met - mat
(3) sit - seat
(4) get - gate
(5) dead - dad
(6) did - deed
(7) met - mate
(8) head - had
(9) hid - heed
(10) fed - fade
(11) set - sat

Activity 3.

Seven at One Blow

Once upon a time, there was a young boy named Gopal. He liked jalebis very much. One day, he bought some fresh jalebis. He put them in a dish. After a while, he saw flies buzzing over the jalebis. "Go away, dirty flies.” He shouted, but they didn't. He killed seven flies at one blow. He said to himself, “Wow! Seven at one blow! I am very brave."

The king heard about Gopal. He called him and said, "Gopal, you are a brave boy. Did you really kill seven at a blow ?" Gopal said, “Yes, Your Majesty, I did." The king said, "You know, there are two cruel giants in our kingdom. They trouble people. There is no one to catch or kill them."

Gopal asked, "Did anyone try to catch them before ?" The king replied, “Yes, many people tried, but they failed. You are brave. You killed seven at a time. The giants are only two. Kill them and I will give you a rich reward.”

Gopal knew he was not able to catch or kill the giants. But the king and the people had high hopes from him. He thought for a long time. Then he went out in search of the giants. He wandered here and there. He roamed in the mountains and valleys, but he failed.

After some days he was going through the forest. He saw the giants there. They were under a tree. Gopal was scared. He said to himself, “Oh, the giants are really huge. They look cruel, too. The task is really tough. I can't fight with them."

He thought for a while. “I will try,” he said to himself. He threw some stones at them and hid himself behind a tree. One giant got up and asked the other, “Did you throw stones at me?" The other replied, “No, I didn't.” “You did it,” he shouted, “Why did you throw stones at me?” The first giant replied, “I did not do anything. You threw the stones at me." They began to fight. They fought fiercely and killed each other.

Answer the following questions :

Question 1. What did Gopal like to eat ?
A. jalebis
B. barfi
C. kajukatri
D. adadiyo
Answer: (A) jalebis
In simple words: Gopal really enjoyed eating jalebis more than other sweets.

Exam Tip: For direct questions, recall the specific details mentioned in the story about characters' preferences.

Question 2. Which insects were buzzing over the jalebis ?
A. ants
B. flies
C. mosquitoes
D. honeybees
Answer: (B) flies
In simple words: Small flies were making a buzzing noise around the jalebis.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to the specific descriptive words used in the passage, such as "buzzing," which points to flies.

Question 3. Who killed the giants?
A. The king
C. A lion
D. They killed each other
Answer: (D) They killed each other
In simple words: The two giants fought among themselves and ended up killing each other.

Exam Tip: Remember the clever trick Gopal used; he didn't fight them directly but manipulated them into fighting each other.

Question 4. Was Gopal brave or clever ? How can you say that ?
Answer: Gopal was clever because he played a trick to make the two giants fight with each other. In this way, the giants killed each other. He didn't use strength but used his mind to solve the problem.
In simple words: Gopal was clever; he tricked the giants into fighting each other.

Exam Tip: When asked to justify, explain *how* the character demonstrated the trait (e.g., by describing the trick).

વાર્તા આધારિત નીચેનાં વાક્યો વાંચો અને યોગ્ય ક્રમમાં ગોઠવી, આપેલ ખાનામાં તેનાં નંબર લખો :

Question 1. (1) The king asked Gopal to kill the giants. (2)
(2) Gopal killed seven flies at a blow. (1)
(3) The giants died. (5)
(4) The giants fought with each other. (4)
(5) Gopal threw some stones at the giant. (3)
Answer:
(1) Gopal killed seven flies at a blow.
(2) The king asked Gopal to kill the giants.
(3) Gopal threw some stones at the giant.
(4) The giants fought with each other.
(5) The giants died.
In simple words: The story started with Gopal killing flies, then the king asked him to fight giants, which led to a trick that made them fight and die.

Exam Tip: Carefully read the story to understand the correct order of events and actions. Chronological order is key.

Activity 4.

તમારા શિક્ષક રમાડે તેમ Fix Answer અને Where is my Answer રમત રમો :

Question 1. Where did you go last vacation ?
Answer: I went to Shimla last vacation for a refreshing trip.
In simple words: I visited Shimla during my last holiday.

Exam Tip: When answering personal questions, give a direct and clear response. Using a specific location makes the answer more engaging.

Question 2. How did you go to the garden ?
Answer: I went to the garden on my bicycle. It was a pleasant ride through the park.
In simple words: I rode my bicycle to the garden.

Exam Tip: Specify the mode of transport clearly for questions about how you reached a place.

Question 3. Where did you study ?
Answer: I studied in Aryan Primary School. It was a great place for early education.
In simple words: I learned at Aryan Primary School.

Exam Tip: Provide the exact name of the institution when asked about your place of study.

Question 4. Who was in the library ?
Answer: Mahesh was in the library. He was reading a book about ancient history.
In simple words: Mahesh was present in the library.

Exam Tip: Directly name the person asked about in "who" questions.

Question 5. Where was your textbook ?
Answer: My textbook was in the cupboard. I had placed it there after finishing my studies.
In simple words: My textbook was kept in the cupboard.

Exam Tip: Be precise about the location when asked "where" something is.

Question 6. When did you reach the theatre ?
Answer: I reached the theatre at 9 pm. The movie was about to begin.
In simple words: I arrived at the theatre by 9 pm.

Exam Tip: For "when" questions, state the time clearly and directly.

Question 7. Whose kites did you fly ?
Answer: I flew Rakesh's kites. He had many colorful kites for us to enjoy.
In simple words: I flew the kites that belonged to Rakesh.

Exam Tip: Use the possessive form (e.g., Rakesh's) to indicate ownership correctly for "whose" questions.

Question 8. Who danced with you ?
Answer: My friend danced with me. We enjoyed the music and movements together.
In simple words: My friend danced alongside me.

Exam Tip: Clearly identify the person who accompanied you for "who" questions.

Question 9. Where did you go to meet the Prime Minister ?
Answer: I went to Delhi to meet the Prime Minister. The meeting was held in the capital city.
In simple words: I traveled to Delhi to meet the Prime Minister.

Exam Tip: Name the specific city or location for questions asking "where" you went for an important event.

Question 10. Who was living in Ahmedabad ?
Answer: Kanu was living in Ahmedabad. He had been residing there for several years.
In simple words: Kanu resided in Ahmedabad.

Exam Tip: For "who" questions about residence, state the person's name and the place directly.

Activity 5.

(A) Read the sentences carefully and fill in the blanks:

Gopal bought fresh jalebis.
Did Gopal buy fresh jalebis ?
Yes, he did.

Question 1. The giants killed each other.
Did the giants kill each other ?
Yes, they did.
Answer: Yes, they killed each other. Gopal's trick caused them to fight.
In simple words: The giants did indeed kill each other because of Gopal's smart trick.

Exam Tip: For yes/no questions, always confirm with "Yes, they did" or "No, they didn't" and briefly explain why if it's based on the story.

Question 2. Gopal did not throw stones at trees.
Did Gopal throw stones at trees ?
No, he didn't.
Answer: No, Gopal did not throw stones at trees. He threw them at the giants to provoke a fight.
In simple words: Gopal threw stones at the giants, not at trees.

Exam Tip: Be specific about the target of an action when distinguishing between similar verbs or objects.

Question 3. Gopal did not kill ten flies.
Did Gopal kill ten flies ?
No, he didn't.
Answer: No, Gopal did not kill ten flies. He actually killed seven flies at one blow.
In simple words: Gopal killed seven flies, not ten.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to numbers and quantities mentioned in the story to avoid errors in factual recall.

Question 4. The king promised a rich reward.
Did the king promise a rich reward?
Yes, he did.
Answer: Yes, the king did promise a rich reward to Gopal for eliminating the giants. He wanted to acknowledge Gopal's bravery.
In simple words: The king promised Gopal a big prize.

Exam Tip: Confirm promises or commitments made by characters, especially when they involve incentives.

(B) Read the example and fill in the blanks:

Examples: Gopal bought some fresh jalebis.
Who bought some fresh jalebis ?

Question 1. (i) Gopal made a big belt.
Who made a big belt ?
Answer: Gopal made a big belt.
In simple words: Gopal created a large belt.

Exam Tip: For "who" questions, identify the subject performing the action directly from the statement.

Question 2. (ii) Gopal threw stones at the giants.
Who threw stones at the giants ?
Answer: Gopal threw stones at the giants.
In simple words: Gopal tossed rocks at the giants.

Exam Tip: Ensure your answer explicitly names the individual responsible for the action in the question.

Question 3. (1) Gopal killed seven flies at one blow.
What did Gopal kill at one blow?
Answer: Gopal killed seven flies at one blow.
In simple words: Gopal eliminated seven flies instantly.

Exam Tip: For "what" questions, state the object of the action clearly as given in the sentence.

Question 4. (i) The king saw the dead giants.
What did the king see ?
Answer: The king saw the dead giants.
In simple words: The king observed the deceased giants.

Exam Tip: Focus on the direct object of the verb "saw" to answer the "what" question correctly.

Question 5. (ii) Gopal liked jalebis.
What did Gopal like ?
Answer: Gopal liked jalebis very much.
In simple words: Gopal enjoyed jalebis a lot.

Exam Tip: The answer should directly reflect the item mentioned as the object of preference in the given statement.

Question 6. (2) Gopal returned to the village the next day.
When did Gopal return to the village ?
Answer: Gopal returned to the village the next day.
In simple words: Gopal came back to the village on the following day.

Exam Tip: For "when" questions, state the specific time or period mentioned in the original sentence.

Question 7. (i) The king called Gopal in the morning.
When did the king call Gopal ?
Answer: The king called Gopal in the morning.
In simple words: The king summoned Gopal during the morning hours.

Exam Tip: Provide the exact time of day or event for "when" questions, as indicated in the sentence.

Question 8. (ii) The strong men met Gopal last night.
When did the strong men meet Gopal ?
Answer: The strong men met Gopal last night.
In simple words: The powerful men encountered Gopal yesterday evening.

Exam Tip: The answer for a "when" question must directly quote or accurately rephrase the time phrase provided.

Question 9. (3) Gopal put jalebis in a dish.
Where did Gopal put jalebis ?
Answer: Gopal put jalebis in a dish.
In simple words: Gopal placed the jalebis inside a dish.

Exam Tip: For "where" questions, the answer should clearly specify the location mentioned in the statement.

Question 10. (ii) The young man hid behind the tree.
Where did the young man hide?
Answer: The young man hid behind the tree.
In simple words: The boy concealed himself behind the tree.

Exam Tip: Clearly state the exact hiding spot mentioned in the sentence when answering "where" questions.

Activity 6.

જૂથમાં બેસો. વાર્તાના આધારે નીચેના સંવાદ પૂર્ણ કરી વર્ગમાં મકવ

Gopal : Go away, dirty flies. (He kills seven flies at a blow.) Wow! Seven at one blow! How brave am I! (The king calls him.)
King: Gopal, I heard about you. You are a very brave boy. Did you really kill seven at one blow?
Gopal : Yes, Your Majesty. I killed seven at one blow.
King: You are a very useful person.
There are two cruel giants in our kingdom. They trouble people. There is no one to catch or kill them.
Gopal: Did anyone try to catch them before ?
King: Yes, many people tried. But they failed. You are brave. You killed seven at a blow.
The giants are only two. Kill them and I will give you a rich reward.

(Gopal goes to the forest and finds the giants. He throws stones at them.)
1st Giant: Why did you throw stones at me ?
2nd Giant: No. I did not throw stones at you. You threw stones at me.

(The giants fight with each other and die.)
Gopal: Your Majesty, both the giants are dead.
King : What!! Is that true ?
Gopal : Yes, Your Majesty.
King: Gopal, you are really brave. You deserve half of my kingdom.

Activity 7.

Project Work

Work in groups of five. Collect six to eight pictures of different insects from newspapers / magazines, etc.. Take a chart- sheet and stick them on it. Display them in the classroom:

Image	Label
	Fly
	Honeybee
	Butterfly
	Dragonfly
	Cockroach
	Beetle
	Cricket
	Grasshopper

Question 1. Where did you get these pictures from?
Answer: These pictures were collected from newspapers and magazines, as instructed for the project.
In simple words: We found these pictures in newspapers and magazines.

Exam Tip: For project-related questions, always refer to the instructions provided for the activity.

Question 2. How many pictures did you get?
Answer: We collected six to eight pictures for the project, as the activity required a minimum of six.
In simple words: We gathered between six and eight pictures.

Exam Tip: Specify the quantity clearly, adhering to any numerical requirements mentioned in the project brief.

Question 3. Which Insects have you got?
Answer: The insects collected include flies, honeybees, butterflies, dragonflies, cockroaches, beetles, crickets, and grasshoppers, representing a variety of common insects.
In simple words: We got pictures of flies, honeybees, butterflies, dragonflies, cockroaches, beetles, crickets, and grasshoppers.

Exam Tip: List the specific examples of insects shown in the visual aid or implied by the activity context.

Question 4. When did you collect the pictures?
Answer: The pictures were collected as part of the project activity within the designated timeframe. This was done during the specific class period for this task.
In simple words: We collected the pictures when we worked on the project.

Exam Tip: If no specific date is given, relate the collection time to the project activity itself.

Question 5. Who helped you to collect the pictures?
Answer: Our group members helped in collecting these pictures, as it was a collaborative group activity. We worked together to find diverse images.
In simple words: My group mates assisted me in finding these pictures.

Exam Tip: When working in groups, acknowledge the contribution of all team members for collaborative tasks.

Riddles:

Question 1. What is the end of everything?
Answer: The answer is the letter 'g'. This is a common riddle that plays on words.
In simple words: The letter 'g' comes at the end of the word "everything."

Exam Tip: Riddles often rely on wordplay, so consider how the words are structured or spelled rather than their literal meaning.

Question 2. I have legs but I can't walk.
I have arms but I can't write.
Who am I?
Answer: Chair
In simple words: A chair has parts like legs and arms but cannot perform human actions.

Exam Tip: Think of common objects that share descriptive features with humans or animals but lack their functions.

Let's Learn More

1. Read the following paragraphs from the lesson:

(1) Once upon a time, there was a young boy named Gopal. He liked jalebis very much. One day, he bought some fresh jalebis. He put them in a dish. After a while, he saw flies buzzing over the jalebis. "Go away, dirty flies.” He shouted,but they didn't. He killed seven flies at one blow. He said to himself, “Wow! Seven at one blow! I am very brave.”

Answer the following questions:

Question 1. What did Gopal like ?
Answer: Gopal liked jalebis. He enjoyed eating them greatly and bought them frequently.
In simple words: Gopal enjoyed eating jalebis.

Exam Tip: Extract the direct information about a character's preferences from the passage.

Question 2. What did Gopal see over the jalebis ?
Answer: Gopal saw flies buzzing over the jalebis. This sight bothered him, leading to his next action.
In simple words: Gopal noticed flies hovering above the jalebis.

Exam Tip: Identify the specific observation made by the character that directly relates to the question.

Question 3. Where did Gopal put the fresh jalebis ?
Answer: Gopal put the fresh jalebis in a dish. He prepared them for eating, but then the flies appeared.
In simple words: Gopal placed the new jalebis in a dish.

Exam Tip: Pinpoint the exact location where an object was placed, as described in the narrative.

Question 4. What did Gopal do to the flies ?
Answer: Gopal killed seven flies at one blow. He was frustrated by their presence on his jalebis.
In simple words: Gopal ended up killing seven flies instantly.

Exam Tip: Describe the action taken by the character in response to the situation clearly.

Question 5. "I am very brave.” Why did Gopal say this ?
Answer: Gopal said this because he killed seven flies at one blow. He felt proud of his swift and decisive action against the insects.
In simple words: Gopal claimed bravery because he killed seven flies with a single strike.

Exam Tip: When a character's statement is questioned, explain the preceding event or internal thought that led to that statement.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options :

Question 1. Gopal liked ......
A. jalebis
B. flies
C. laddoos
D. sweets
Answer: (A) jalebis
In simple words: Gopal's favorite food mentioned in the story was jalebis.

Exam Tip: Choose the option that most accurately reflects the specific item mentioned in the text, even if a broader category (like 'sweets') is also true.

Question 2. What were the flies doing ?
A. eating the jalebis
B. troubling Gopal
C. buzzing over the jalebis
D. buzzing over Gopal
Answer: (C) buzzing over the jalebis
In simple words: The flies were making a humming sound as they flew above the jalebis.

Exam Tip: Focus on the precise action described in the passage; the flies were "buzzing over" the jalebis.

Question 3. How many flies did Gopal kill ?
A. four
B. five
C. six
D. seven
Answer: (D) seven
In simple words: Gopal killed exactly seven flies.

Exam Tip: Always remember specific numbers or quantities mentioned in the text, as they are often tested directly.

Question 4. Which word shows the sound of flies ?
(a) fresh
(b) buzzing
(c) dirty
(d) brave
Answer: (b) buzzing
In simple words: The word "buzzing" perfectly describes the sound that flies make as they fly around.

Exam Tip: Understanding onomatopoeia (words that imitate sounds) can help you answer such vocabulary questions quickly.

Question 5. Which word does Gopal use to describe himself ?
(a) dirty
(b) fresh
(c) brave
(d) young
Answer: (c) brave
In simple words: Gopal says he is "brave" because he managed to kill seven flies with a single blow.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to the exact words characters use to describe themselves or their actions in the story.

The king heard about Gopal. He called him and said, "Gopal, you are a brave boy. Did you really kill seven at a blow?” Gopal said, “Yes, Your Majesty, I did." The king said, “You know, there are two cruel giants in our kingdom. They trouble people. There is no one to catch or kill them."

Answer the following questions:

Question 1. Who heard about Gopal ?
Answer: The king heard about Gopal.
In simple words: The king came to know about Gopal's achievement.

Exam Tip: For direct questions like this, identify the subject and verb from the question to form a concise answer.

Question 2. Was Gopal brave?
Answer: The king says that Gopal is a brave boy. This indicates Gopal showed bravery in his actions.
In simple words: Yes, the king believed Gopal was brave.

Exam Tip: When answering "yes/no" questions, always provide a brief explanation or supporting detail from the text.

Question 3. Who troubled the people ?
Answer: Two cruel giants troubled the people.
In simple words: The local people were bothered by two mean giants.

Exam Tip: Identify the specific characters responsible for the actions mentioned in the question.

Question 4. Why could the giants trouble the people ?
Answer: The giants could trouble the people because there was no one to catch or kill them.
In simple words: Nobody could catch or stop the giants, which let them bother people.

Exam Tip: Look for cause-and-effect relationships in the text to understand "why" questions.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options :

Question 1. Which word describes the giants ?
(a) brave
(b) cruel
(c) trouble
(d) coward
Answer: (b) cruel
In simple words: The giants were described as "cruel" because they caused problems for people.

Exam Tip: Contextual clues around the word "giants" will help you determine the correct adjective.

Question 2. Who troubled the people ?
(a) giants
(b) king
(c) Gopal
(d) flies
Answer: (a) giants
In simple words: The giants were the ones who caused problems for the local people.

Exam Tip: This is a direct recall question, so look for the subject performing the action "troubled the people."

Answer the following questions :

Question 1. Could anyone catch the giants ?
Answer: No, no one could catch the giants.
In simple words: Nobody was able to capture the giants.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to negative statements in the text when answering questions about limitations or failures.

Question 2. How many giants were there ?
Answer: There were two giants.
In simple words: The story mentions there were exactly two giants.

Exam Tip: Always state numerical facts directly from the text without adding extra information.

Question 3. What did the king promise Gopal ?
Answer: The king promised a rich reward to Gopal.
In simple words: Gopal was promised a generous prize by the king.

Exam Tip: Identify the key details of any promises or agreements made by characters in the story.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options :

Question 1. Which word is used for 'prize' ?
(a) rich
(b) brave
(c) failed
(d) reward
Answer: (d) reward
In simple words: The word "reward" is another term used to mean a prize or an award.

Exam Tip: Think of synonyms for the given word to find the best option.

Question 2. "They failed" means they were ....
(a) successful
(b) not successful
(c) brave
(d) not brave
Answer: (b) not successful
In simple words: If someone "failed," it means they did not succeed in what they were trying to do.

Exam Tip: Understand the basic meaning of common verbs and their opposites to answer such questions.

Question 3. The king asked Gopal to ..........
(a) catch the giants
(b) arrest the giants
(c) kill the giants
(d) make friends with the giant
Answer: (c) kill the giants
In simple words: The king wanted Gopal to eliminate the giants.

Exam Tip: Recall the specific instruction or command given by the king to Gopal in the story.

Gopal knew he was not able to catch or kill the giants. But the king and the people had high hopes from him. He thought for a long time. Then he went out in search of the giants. He wandered here and there. He roamed in the mountains and valleys, but he failed.

Answer the following questions:

Question 1. What did Gopal know?
Answer: Gopal knew that he was not able to catch or kill the giants.
In simple words: Gopal understood that he wasn't strong enough to capture or defeat the giants.

Exam Tip: Focus on what the character "knew" or "realized" directly from the passage.

Question 2. Who had high hopes from Gopal ?
Answer: The king and the people had high hopes from Gopal.
In simple words: Both the king and the general public had great expectations for Gopal.

Exam Tip: Identify the groups or individuals who showed confidence or expectation in the character.

Question 3. Where did Gopal roam ?
Answer: Gopal roamed in the mountains and valleys.
In simple words: Gopal traveled through the hills and deep areas looking for the giants.

Exam Tip: Extract specific location details mentioned in the text for "where" questions.

Question 4. Could Gopal find the giants ?
Answer: No, Gopal could not find the giants.
In simple words: Gopal searched but didn't manage to locate the giants.

Exam Tip: Answer direct "yes/no" questions first, then add a short supporting detail.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options :

Question 1. Which word in the paragraph means 'walked here and there' ?
(a) wandered
(b) thought
(c) went
(d) failed
Answer: (a) wandered
In simple words: "Wandered" means to walk around without a specific purpose or destination.

Exam Tip: Look for synonyms or phrases in the passage that have the same meaning as the given expression.

Question 2. Where did Gopal roam ?
(a) jungle
(b) kingdom
(c) mountains and valleys
(d) rivers
Answer: (c) mountains and valleys
In simple words: Gopal's search took him through the high mountains and low valleys.

Exam Tip: Identify the specific geographical features mentioned where the character traveled.

Question 3. "but he failed" means he ..........
(a) was unhappy
(b) was happy
(c) was successful
(d) was unsuccessful
Answer: (d) was unsuccessful
In simple words: "He failed" directly means he did not succeed in his efforts.

Exam Tip: Relate the meaning of "failed" to its direct opposite or negative outcome.

After some days he was going through the forest. He saw the giants there. They were under a tree. Gopal was scared. He said to himself, “Oh, the giants are really huge. They look cruel, too. The task is really tough. I can't fight with them.”

Answer the following questions :

Question 1. What did Gopal see in the forest?
Answer: Gopal saw the giants under a tree in a forest.
In simple words: While in the forest, Gopal discovered the giants resting beneath a tree.

Exam Tip: State exactly what the character observed, including location details.

Question 2. Was Gopal scared ?
Answer: Yes, Gopal was scared.
In simple words: Gopal felt afraid after seeing the giants.

Exam Tip: Confirm the character's emotion and provide a simple "yes" or "no" first.

Question 3. How did the giants look to Gopal ?
Answer: The giants looked huge and cruel to Gopal.
In simple words: Gopal saw the giants as very large and mean-looking.

Exam Tip: Use the descriptive adjectives provided in the text to answer "how" questions about appearance.

Question 4. Was Gopal ready to fight with the giants ?
Answer: No, Gopal was not ready to fight with the giants.
In simple words: Gopal felt unprepared to battle the huge and scary giants.

Exam Tip: His internal thoughts ("I can't fight with them") directly answer this question.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options :

Question 1. Where did Gopal see the giants?
(a) mountain
(b) valley
(c) forest
(d) kingdom
Answer: (c) forest
In simple words: Gopal found the giants in the forest.

Exam Tip: Recall the specific location where the encounter with the giants took place.

Question 2. Gopal was ..........
(a) happy
(b) scared
(c) sad
(d) brave
Answer: (b) scared
In simple words: Gopal felt frightened when he saw the giants.

Exam Tip: Look for words describing Gopal's emotional state immediately after seeing the giants.

Question 3. Tough' means ..........
(a) easy
(b) difficult
(c) interesting
(d) boring
Answer: (b) difficult
In simple words: If something is "tough," it means it is hard to do or manage.

Exam Tip: Understand the synonyms for common adjectives to select the correct meaning.

Question 4. Which words does Gopal use for the giants ?
(a) kind and huge
(b) huge and cruel
(c) huge and kind
(d) cruel and brave
Answer: (b) huge and cruel
In simple words: Gopal described the giants as both very large and mean-spirited.

Exam Tip: Recall the exact adjectives Gopal used to characterize the giants when he first saw them.

Question 5. Which word in the paragraph means 'job' ?
(a) task
(b) huge
(c) cruel
(d) tough
Answer: (a) task
In simple words: The word "task" means a piece of work that needs to be done.

Exam Tip: Identify words in the passage that refer to duties or assignments.

Question 6. Where were the giants ?
(a) on a tree
(b) behind a tree
(c) in front of a tree
(d) under a tree
Answer: (d) under a tree
In simple words: The giants were located beneath a tree when Gopal saw them.

Exam Tip: Pay close attention to prepositions of location (on, under, behind, etc.) to pinpoint exact positions.

He thought for a while. “I will try,” he said to himself. He threw some stones at them and hid himself behind a tree. One giant got up and asked the other, "Did you throw stones at me ?" The other replied, “No, I didn't.” “You did it,” he shouted, “Why did you throw stones at me ?” The first giant replied, “I did not do anything. You threw the stones at me." They began to fight. They fought fiercely and killed each other.

Answer the following questions:

Question 1. What did Gopal do ?
Answer: Gopal threw some stones at the giants and hid himself behind a tree.
In simple words: Gopal tossed rocks at the giants and then concealed himself behind a tree.

Exam Tip: Describe the two main actions Gopal took to initiate his plan.

Question 2. What did the giants do?
Answer: The giants began to fight with each other.
In simple words: The giants started arguing and then fighting among themselves.

Exam Tip: Identify the immediate reaction and subsequent action of the giants in response to Gopal's trick.

Question 3. What happened in the end?
Answer: In the end, the giants killed each other.
In simple words: The giants ended up killing each other during their fight.

Exam Tip: Summarize the final outcome of the giants' conflict.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options :

Question 1. Where did Gopal .......... hid himself ?
(a) on a tree
(b) behind a tree
(c) in front of a tree
(d) under a tree
Answer: (b) behind a tree
In simple words: Gopal concealed himself at the back of a tree.

Exam Tip: Recall the specific location where Gopal hid after throwing stones.

Question 2. What did Gopal do ?
(a) kill the giants
(b) fought with the giants
(c) threw stones at the giants
(d) spoke to the giants
Answer: (c) threw stones at the giants
In simple words: Gopal's action was to hurl stones at the giants.

Exam Tip: Identify the direct action Gopal took against the giants, not the ultimate result.

Question 3. 'Fiercely' means ..........
(a) happily
(b) sadly
(c) angrily
(d) quickly
Answer: (c) angrily
In simple words: To fight "fiercely" means to fight with great anger and intensity.

Exam Tip: Relate the adverb to the emotion it conveys in the context of a fight.

Question 4. What did the giants do?
(a) fought with each other
(b) played with each other
(c) spoke to each other
(d) killed each other
Answer: (d) killed each other
In simple words: The giants fought and ultimately caused each other's demise.

Exam Tip: Look for the ultimate outcome of the giants' interaction with each other.

2. Read the following paragraph and answer the questions given below it:

One day, Bobby went to catch fish. He sat on the bank of the river. He sat from morning till noon. But he did not catch any fish. Soon it was evening. It was time to go home. But he had no fish. “What will I tell my wife,” he thought. Suddenly, he had an idea. He went to a fish shop. He told the shopkeeper, “I want three big fish. Throw them to me.” “Throw them to you?" Why?” asked the shopkeeper. “So that I can tell my wife that I caught the fish,” Bobby replied.

Answer the following questions:

Question 1. Where did Bobby sit to catch fish?
Answer: Bobby sat on the bank of the river to catch fish.
In simple words: Bobby positioned himself by the river's edge to fish.

Exam Tip: Identify the specific location mentioned where the character performed the action.

Question 2. How long did he sit there ?
Answer: He sat there from morning to noon.
In simple words: Bobby stayed there for several hours, from the start of the day until midday.

Exam Tip: Extract the time duration mentioned in the passage for "how long" questions.

Question 3. Did he catch any fish ?
Answer: No, he did not catch any fish.
In simple words: Despite waiting a long time, Bobby caught no fish.

Exam Tip: Look for explicit statements about the success or failure of the character's attempt.

Question 4. What did he tell the shopkeeper ?
Answer: He told the shopkeeper to throw three big fish to him.
In simple words: Bobby asked the shopkeeper to toss three large fish in his direction.

Exam Tip: Quote or paraphrase the direct dialogue between characters accurately.

Question 5. What did he want to tell his wife ?
Answer: He wanted to tell his wife that he caught the fish.
In simple words: Bobby wished to make his wife believe he had caught the fish himself.

Exam Tip: Identify the character's motivation or reason behind their actions.

3. Look at the picture and say whether the following sentences are True or False:

4. Write the words with similar sounds :

Question 1. (i) write – right
Answer: (i) write (લખવું) – right (ખરું)
In simple words: These two words sound exactly alike even though they are spelled differently and have different meanings.

Exam Tip: Homophones are words that sound the same but have different spellings and meanings.

Question 2. (ii) read – reed
Answer: (ii) read (વાંચવું) – reed (બરોડું)
In simple words: Even though their spellings and definitions differ, these words share the same pronunciation.

Exam Tip: Practice saying these words aloud to recognize their identical sounds.

Question 3. (iii) slip – sleep
Answer: (iii) slip (કાપલી) – sleep (સૂવું)
In simple words: These words are similar in sound but have different first letters and meanings.

Exam Tip: Minimal pairs like "slip" and "sleep" highlight the importance of vowel sounds.

Question 4. (iv) heard – herd
Answer: (iv) heard (સાંભળ્યું) – herd (પણ)
In simple words: These two words sound identical when spoken, despite their differing spellings and meanings.

Exam Tip: Understanding homophones improves both spelling and comprehension.

Question 5. (v) teach – reach
Answer: (v) teach (શીખવવું) – reach (પહોંચવું)
In simple words: These words are near-homophones, meaning they sound very similar, differing slightly in their initial consonant.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to the initial sounds and how they distinguish words that are otherwise similar.

Question 6. (vi) here – hear
Answer: (vi) here (અહીં) – hear (સાંભળવું)
In simple words: These words are homophones, meaning they sound exactly the same.

Exam Tip: Recognize homophones by their identical pronunciation despite different spellings.

Question 7. (vii) there – their
Answer: (vii) there (ત્યાં) – their (તેમનું)
In simple words: These are homophones, meaning they sound the same but have different meanings and spellings.

Exam Tip: Knowing the distinct meanings of common homophones prevents confusion in writing.

Question 8. (viii) wheel – will
Answer: (viii) wheel (પૈડું) – will (ઇચ્છા)
In simple words: These two words sound alike but have distinct spellings and meanings.

Exam Tip: Focus on subtle differences in pronunciation that may distinguish similar-sounding words.

Question 9. (ix) know – no
Answer: (ix) know (જાણવું) – no (ના)
In simple words: These are homophones, pronounced identically but with different spellings and meanings.

Exam Tip: Always remember that "know" means to understand, while "no" is a negative response.

5. Form questions to get the underlined words as answers:

Question 1. Kirit ate an apple.
Answer:
Who ate an apple?
What did Kirit eat?
In simple words: To find out who performed the action, ask "Who?". To find out what was eaten, ask "What?".

Exam Tip: Use "Who" for the subject (person) and "What" for the object (thing) of a sentence.

Question 2. Mr Vyas reached home in the evening.
Answer:
Who reached home in the evening?
Where did Mr Vyas reach in the evening?
When did Mr Vyas reach home?
In simple words: Ask "Who?" for the person, "Where?" for the destination, and "When?" for the time.

Exam Tip: For sentences with multiple pieces of information, formulate a separate question for each underlined part.

Question 3. Umang put the sweets in the box.
Answer:
Who put sweets in the box?
What did Umang put in the box?
Where did Umang put the sweets?
In simple words: Ask "Who?" for the person, "What?" for the item, and "Where?" for the location.

Exam Tip: Practice identifying the subject, object, and place to construct appropriate "Wh-" questions.

Question 4. Sheela went to the market at 7 pm.
Answer:
Who went to the market at 7 pm?
Where did Sheela go at 7 pm?
When did Sheela go the market?
In simple words: Use "Who?" for the person, "Where?" for the destination, and "When?" for the time.

Exam Tip: Ensure that your questions target only the underlined information, making them direct and specific.

Question 5. Gaurav wrote a letter in the morning.
Answer:
Who wrote a letter in the morning?
What did Gaurav write in the morning?
When did Gaurav write a letter?
In simple words: Ask "Who?" for the writer, "What?" for what was written, and "When?" for the time.

Exam Tip: Remember to use the correct auxiliary verb (e.g., "did") when forming questions in the past tense.

Question 1. Sagar gave a lecture.
Answer:
Did Sagar give a lecture?
Yes, he did.
No, he didn't.
In simple words: To get a "Yes" or "No" answer, start the question with an auxiliary verb like "Did."

Exam Tip: For simple past tense, "Did" is the standard auxiliary verb to form a polar (yes/no) question.

Question 2. Mrs Modi taught a new lesson.
Answer:
Did Mrs Modi teach a new lesson?
Yes, she did.
No, she didn't.
In simple words: Begin the question with "Did" to ask if the action took place.

Exam Tip: Remember that after "Did," the main verb should be in its base form (e.g., "teach," not "taught").

Question 3. Shyam learnt English.
Answer:
Did Shyam learn English?
Yes, he did.
No, he didn't.
In simple words: Start the question with "Did" to make it a yes/no query about Shyam's learning.

Exam Tip: Be careful to convert the past tense verb "learnt" back to its base form "learn" in the question.

Question 4. Ketav caught the ball.
Answer:
Did Ketav catch the ball?
Yes, he did.
No, he didn't.
In simple words: To ask a yes/no question, use "Did" at the beginning.

Exam Tip: The base form of "caught" is "catch," which is used with "Did" in the question.

Question 5. Meera went home.
Answer:
Did Meera go home?
Yes, she did.
No, she didn't.
In simple words: Use "Did" at the start to ask a question that can be answered with "Yes" or "No."

Exam Tip: Always change the past tense verb ("went") to its base form ("go") when "Did" is present in the question.

7. Paste at least eight pictures of birds that you see around you and write their names :

Word Meanings:

• window (વિન્ડો) – a opening in a wall to let in light or air
• breakfast (બ્રેકફાસ્ટ) – the first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning
• to call (ટૂ કૉલ) – to make a sound or utter words to attract attention
• to serve (ટૂ સર્વ) – to provide food or drink to someone
• about to start (અબાઉટ ટૂ સ્ટાર્ટ) – on the verge of beginning an activity
• beggar (બેગર) – a person who lives by asking for money or food
• really (રિઅલી) – in actual fact, truly, genuinely
• poor (પુઅર) – lacking sufficient money to live comfortably
• hungry (હંગ્રિ) – feeling a need or desire for food
• later (લેટર) – at a subsequent or future time
• known (નોન) – recognized or familiar to many people

Word Meanings:

fresh - new
dish - plate, bowl
after a while - after some time
a fly - insect
to buzz - to make a humming sound
dirty - unclean, rough
to kill - to end life
at one blow - in one go, in a single strike
brave - courageous, fearless
to hear - to listen
cruel - merciless, brutal
giant - monster
kingdom - realm
to trouble - to bother, to annoy
to try - to attempt
before - earlier, prior
to reply - to answer
to fail - to not succeed
rich reward - great prize, big reward