GSEB Class 7 English Solutions Unit 2 Step by Step

Activity 1.

Listen and act. Work in a group.

For the teacher: પાંચ-પાંચ વિધાર્થીઓનાં જૂથ બનાવો. દરેક જૂથમાંથી એક વિદ્યાર્થી સૂચનાઓ વાંચશે અને અન્ય વિદ્યાર્થીઓ સૂચના પ્રમાણે પ્રવૃત્તિ કરશે.

(1) Take a square sheet of paper. Fold it along the middle horizontally.

એક ચોરસ કાગળ લો. તેને વચ્ચેથી આડો વાળો.

(2) Then fold it again vertically as shown.

પછી બતાવ્યા પ્રમાણે તેને ફરીથી ઊભો વાળો.

(3) You get a folded square.

તમને વાળેલો ચોરસ મળશે.

(4) Now fold one of the flaps backward.

હવે એક ભાગ પાછળની તરફ વાળો.

(5) Fold the remaining three flaps as shown.

બતાવ્યા પ્રમાણે બાકીના ત્રણ ભાગ વાળો.

(6) Now you get a triangle.

હવે તમને એક ત્રિકોણ મળશે.

(7) Put your finger inside the triangle to make a cap.

ટોપી બનાવવા માટે તમારી આંગળી ત્રિકોણમાં મૂકો.

(8) Now make the two ends of the cap meet.

હવે ટોપીના બંને છેડા મેળવો.

(9) Carefully pull the base.

નીચલો ભાગ કાળજીપૂર્વક ખેંચો.

(10) Pull the flaps outwards.

ભાગ બહારની તરફ ખેંચો.

(11) Press them sideways.

તેમને (બાજુ તરફ) દબાવો.

(12) Your boat is ready.

તમારી હોડી તૈયાર છે.

Activity 2.

(A) Homemade Housefly/ Honey Bee Trap.

Mosquitoes and flies are nasty pests. They spread malaria, cholera and typhoid. We have swarms of flies and mosquitoes in monsoon and winter. We try to kill them. But it is very difficult to catch a fly or a mosquito. So we become the victims of their bites. We use many insecticides. But they are not much effective. Here is an easy solution. We kill the flies and mosquitoes. It is a simple trap.

માખી / મધમાખી માટે ઘરે બનાવેલ છટકું.

મચ્છર અને માખી અપ્રિય જંતુઓ છે. તે મેલેરિયા, કૉલેરા અને ટાઇફૉઈડ ફેલાવે છે. આપણે ચોમાસામાં અને શિયાળામાં માખીઓ અને મચ્છરોનાં ટોળાં હોય છે. આપણે તેમને મારવાનો પ્રયત્ન કરીએ છીએ. પણ એક માખી કે મચ્છરને પકડવું બહુ મુશ્કેલ છે.

તેથી આપણે તેમના ડંખના શિકાર બનીએ છીએ. આપણે ઘણી જંતુનાશક દવાઓનો ઉપયોગ કરીએ છીએ. પણ તે ખાસ અસરકારક હોતી નથી. એક સહેલો ઉપાય છે. માખીઓ અને મચ્છરોને પકડવા અને મારવા માટે આપણે એક છટકું બનાવી શકીએ. તે એક સહેલું છટકું છે.

To make this trap, we require the following things :

• An empty plastic bottle of water
• A pair of scissors
• Cello-tape / gum-tape
• Dish-washing liquid and water
• Food items: very small pieces of apple, 5 grams of sugar and a few drops of lemon juice.

આ છટકું બનાવવા માટે, આપણે નીચે મુજબની વસ્તુઓ જોઈશે : પાણીની ખાલી પ્લાસ્ટિકની બૉટલ, કાતર, સેલો-ટેપ | ગુંદર-પટ્ટી, વાસણ સાફ કરવાનું પ્રવાહી અને પાણી.

ખાવાની વસ્તુઓ : સફરજનના ઝીણા ટુકડા, 5 ગ્રામ ખાંડ અને લીંબુ શરબતનાં થોડાં ટીપાં.

Follow the instructions :

• Take a plastic bottle. Cut it into two pieces as shown in the picture.
• Remove the cap first. Turn the small piece upside-down. Put the neck part into the bottle.
• Attach the two parts with a staple or a piece of tape.
• Put / drop the food at the bottom of the bottle.
• Our device – the mosquito trap is ready. Hang it inside your house or room.

પ્લાસ્ટિકની બૉટલ લો. ચિત્રમાં દર્શાવ્યા પ્રમાણે તેને બે ભાગમાં કાપો. પહેલાં ઢાંકણું કાઢો. બૉટલનો નાનો ભાગ ઊંધો કરો. તેનો કાંઠો (ગળું) બૉટલમાં નાખો.

બંને ભાગને સ્ટેપલથી અથવા (સેલો) ટેપના ટુકડાથી જોડી દો. બૉટલના તળિયે ખાવાની વસ્તુઓ મૂકો. આપણું સાધન – મચ્છરનું છટકું તૈયાર છે. તમારા ઘરમાં અથવા ઓરડામાં તેને લટકાવી દો.

How it works.

Sugar water, dish-washing liquid and other food items will attract the flies and mosquitoes. They will enter the trap. They will fall into the liquid. Their wings will be wet. They will not be able to s fly back.

ખાંડનું પાણી, વાસણ સાફ કરવાનું પ્રવાહી અને બીજી ખાવાની વસ્તુઓ માખીઓ અને મચ્છરોને આકર્ષશે.

તે છટકામાં પ્રવેશ કરશે. તે પ્રવાહીમાં પડશે. તેમની પાંખો ભીની થશે. તે પાછા ઊડી શકશે નહીં.

Note: The distance between the upside-down neck and the liquid at the bottom should not be more than 2 cm.

નોંધ : ઊંધો મૂકેલો ભાગ અને તળિયે મૂકેલા પ્રવાહી વચ્ચેનું અંતર 2 સેમીથી વધુ ન હોવું જોઈએ.

(B) Write [T] True or [F] False in the box. Correct the false statements and write them.

Question 1. Mosquitoes and flies are our competitors.
Answer: False. Mosquitoes and flies are harmful pests.
In simple words: Mosquitoes and flies are bothersome bugs, not rivals.

Exam Tip: Pay close attention to keywords like 'competitors' and 'pests' to accurately identify true or false statements.

Question 2. Mosquitoes prepare a simple trap to kill men.
Answer: False. Humans make a simple trap to kill mosquitoes.
In simple words: People create traps to get rid of mosquitoes.

Exam Tip: Remember who is the 'doer' of the action mentioned in the statement to avoid confusion.

Question 3. Don't remove the bottom of the bottle.
Answer: True. It is important to not remove the bottom part of the bottle.
In simple words: Keep the bottle's bottom attached.

Exam Tip: Understand the purpose of each step in a procedure; some parts are critical for function.

Question 4. Two parts of the bottle are attached.
Answer: True. The two sections of the bottle are joined together.
In simple words: The bottle has two joined pieces.

Exam Tip: Visualizing the described process can help confirm structural details.

Question 5. Use scissors to cut the food items.
Answer: False. Scissors are used to cut the bottle or cello-tape, not food items.
In simple words: Scissors are for cutting the bottle and tape, not the food.

Exam Tip: Always relate the tool to its correct use as outlined in the instructions.

(C) Fill in the blanks using the words in the brackets.

(took, scissors, cut, upside-down, removed, sticky tape, stitched)

Question. Fill in the blanks in the passage describing how Mahesh prepared a mosquito trap.
Answer: Mahesh prepared a mosquito trap. He is describing the steps. I took a bottle. I cut the bottle with scissors. I removed the cap. Then I put the part upside-down on the bottle. I stitched both the parts with a sticky tape. My trap was ready.
In simple words: Mahesh built a mosquito trap by cutting a bottle with scissors, removing the cap, placing a part upside-down, and then joining the parts with sticky tape.

Exam Tip: Read the full passage and available words before filling the blanks to ensure logical and grammatical fit.

(D) Make a device to catch mosquitoes and flies. Your teacher will help you.

For the teacher:

For the teacher : જરૂરી સામગ્રી : sugar, water, pieces of apple, dish-washing liquid, scissors, cutters, knives, etc.

પાંચ-પાંચ વિદ્યાર્થીઓનાં જૂથ બનાવો. દરેક જૂથને બૉટલ કાપવા માટેની જુદી જુદી વસ્તુઓ આપો. જેમ કે, કાતર, કટર, છરી વગેરે. તેમજ બૉટલના બે ભાગને જોડવા માટે સ્ટેપલર, યુપીન, ક્લિપ જેવી વિવિધ વસ્તુઓ આપો. Mosquito trapમાં નાખવાની ખાવાની વસ્તુઓ પણ અલગ-અલગ આપો. જેમ કે, ખાંડ, પાણી, સફરજન અથવા દ્રાક્ષના ટુકડા, વગેરે. આમ કરવાથી દરેક જૂથનું વર્ણન અલગ-અલગ થશે. દરેક જૂથ પાસે Mosquito trap બનાવવાની રીતનું વર્ણન કરાવો.

Activity 3.

Read the process – Stitching buttons.

Things required : needle, thread, buttons, piece of cloth

Steps:

(1) Take a needle. Take a thread.

(2) Pass the thread through the needle eye.

(3) Pull the thread length into half so that the two ends are together. Tie a knot.

(4) Place a button at the proper place on the cloth.

(5) Push the needle up through the cloth and through one hole of the button.

(6) Pull the thread upwards fully.

(7) Push the needle down through the second hole and through the cloth.

(8) Pull the thread down fully.

(9) Repeat steps 5 to 8 three or four times.

(10) Finally, push the needle down through a hole and through the cloth. Tie a knot and cut the thread.

જરૂરી વસ્તુઓઃ સોય, દોરો, બટન, કપડાનો ટુકડો

એક સોય લો. દોરો લો. સોયમાં દોરો પરોવો.

દોરો ખેંચી, બરાબર અડધો કરો જેથી તેના બંને છેડા મળે. ગાંઠ બાંધોઃ કપડા પર યોગ્ય જગ્યાએ બટન મૂકો.

કપડા નીચેથી સોય નાખી, પંથી પસાર ડો.

આખો દોરો ઉપર ખેંચો. (બટનના) બીજા કાણામાં સોય નાખો અને કપડામાંથી પસાર કરી, નીચે લાવો. આખો દોરો નીચે ખેંચો. પગલાં 5થી 8 ત્રણથી ચાર વાર કરો. અંતે, (બટનના) કાણામાંથી સોય નાખી, કપડામાંથી પસાર કરી, નીચે લાવો. ગાંઠ બાંધી, દોરો કાપો.

Activity 4.

Read the dialogue.

Mahesh wants to open an account in a bank. He goes to the bank. He meets the manager.

Mahesh : May I come in, sir ?

Manager: Yes, you may. What can I do for you?

Mahesh: I want an SD account to be opened in the bank.

Manager: OK, take this form. Fill in the details.

Mahesh: Sir, I have filled up the form.

Manager: Now paste your photograph and sign it.

Mahesh: Here it is.

Manager: How much money do you want me to deposit?

Mahesh: Rs 500.

Manager: OK, now give your form and money to the cashier. He will give you a passbook.

Mahesh: Thank you, sir.

મહેશને એક બેંકમાં ખાતું ખોલવું છે. તે બેંકમાં જાય છે. તે મનેજર(સંચાલકોને મળે છે.

હું અંદર આવી શકે, સાહેબ?

હા, તમે આવી શકો છો. હું તમારા માટે શું કરી શકું?

મારે બેંકમાં SD ખાતું ખોલાવવું છે.

સારું, આ ફૉર્મ લે. બધી માહિતી ભર.

સાહેબ, મેં ફૉર્મ ભર્યું છે.

હવે તારો ફોટોગ્રાફ ચોંટાડીને સહી કર.

આ રહ્યું. તું તમારી પાસે) કેટલા પૈસા જમા કરવા માગે છે? 7500.

સારું, હવે તારું ફૉર્મ અને પૈસા કેશિઅરને આપ. તે તને એક પાસબુક આપશે.

આભાર, સાહેબ.

Activity 5.

Study the form. Fill in the details. Your teacher will help you.

For the teacher: જુદી જુદી બેંકમાંથી ખાતાં ખોલાવવાનાં ફૉર્મ વર્ગમાં લાવીને, વિદ્યાર્થીઓને બતાવો.

Activity 6.

(A) Work in pairs.

Laxman prepared a set of cards to show how to make lemon sharbat. But he forgot to write the instructions for each card. Write the instructions in the blanks.

Question. Write the instructions for each card to show how to make lemon sharbat.
Answer:
1. Mix well.
2. Cut lemons into half.
3. Take out the seeds from the glass.
4. Pour some water into the glass.
5. Add one spoon of sugar.
6. Add a little salt.
7. Squeeze each half piece into the water.
In simple words: First, mix everything well. Then, cut lemons in half, remove seeds, pour water into a glass, add sugar and salt, and squeeze the lemon halves into the water.

Exam Tip: When describing a sequence, use clear, concise action verbs and numbered steps for better clarity.

(B) Arrange the sentences. Read the process of lemon sharbat.

The process of lemon sharbat:

(1) Laxman poured some water in the glass.

(2) He cut the lemons into half.

(3) He squeezed each half piece into the glass.

(4) He took out the seeds from glass.

(5) He added some sugar.

(6) He then added a little salt.

(7) He mixed the sharbat well.

(C) Answer the following questions.

Question 1. What did Laxman use to mix sugar ?
Answer: Laxman utilized a spoon to blend the sugar.
In simple words: Laxman used a spoon to stir in the sugar.

Exam Tip: For direct questions, state the action and the tool clearly and concisely.

Question 2. How much sugar did Laxman add ?
Answer: Laxman incorporated one spoonful of sugar.
In simple words: Laxman put in one spoon of sugar.

Exam Tip: Always specify the quantity or amount when the question asks "How much?".

Question 3. When did Laxman use a spoon ?
Answer: Laxman employed a spoon to extract the seeds, to include sugar, to include salt, and to combine the sharbat.
In simple words: Laxman used a spoon to get out seeds, add sugar and salt, and mix the drink.

Exam Tip: List all relevant actions associated with the tool when asked about its multiple uses.

Question 4. What did Laxman do after squeezing the lemon ?
Answer: After pressing the lemon, Laxman took away the seeds from the glass.
In simple words: After squeezing the lemon, Laxman removed the seeds from the glass.

Exam Tip: Ensure chronological accuracy when describing steps in a process.

Question 5. Why did Laxman add salt in it ?
Answer: Laxman incorporated salt to enhance the flavor.
In simple words: Laxman added salt for better taste.

Exam Tip: When asked "Why," provide a clear reason or purpose.

Read the process.

For the teacher : ધોરણ 7 – વિજ્ઞાન અને ટેકનૉલજિ – પ્રથમ સત્ર – પાઠ 4નો સંદર્ભ આપીને વિદ્યાર્થીઓ સાથે ચર્ચા કરો.

Material:

Half cut plastic jar, two screws, copper wire, two test tubes, dry battery cells or 6-volt battery, sulphuric acid

Procedure:

(1) Take a plastic jar (cut into half) as shown in the picture. Make two holes at the bottom of the jar. Fit the screws into the holes. Remember, there should not be any water leakage.

પ્લાસ્ટિકની બરણી લો. ચિત્રમાં દર્શાવ્યા પ્રમાણે તેને બે ભાગમાં કાપો. બરણીના તળિયામાં બે કાણાં કરો. ખીલીઓ તે કાણાંમાં બરાબર બેસાડી દો. યાદ રાખો (ક) પાણી ચૂવું ન જોઈએ.

(2) Join the outer ends of the screws with a battery or a dry cell. This is our voltmeter.

(3) Now fill half of the voltmeter with pure water.

(4) Add four or five drops of sulphuric acid.

(5) Water will become a good conductor.

સામગ્રી : અડધી કાપેલી પ્લાસ્ટિકની બરણી, બે ખીલીઓ, તાંબાનો વાયર (તાર), બે ટેસ્ટ ટ્યૂબ, બૅટરિ સેલ અથવા 6 વોલ્ટ બૅટરિ, સફ્યુરિક ઍસિડ)

પદ્ધતિ

Activity 8. Mega Ride.

Gujarat is a progressive state. Ahmadabad is the largest city and a centre of business in Gujarat. Gandhinagar is the capital of Gujarat. Every day, about 50,000 people travel between these two capitals-old and new. So we need a good transport facility.

The Government of Gujarat planned for a new railway project. The government started a Rs 2000 crores (₹20,00,00,00,000) company for that project. The name of the company is MEGA – Metro-link Express for Gandhinagar and Ahmadabad. The cost of this project is about Rs 1200 crores (₹12,00,00,00,000).

This metro-rail project has two phases. In the first phase, there will be three lines : North-South corridor, East-West corridor and underground corridor. Total length of all the three lines will be 76 km.

The North-South corridor will connect Ashram Road to Gandhinagar. This corridor will be 32.65 km long. It will start from APMC, Vasna on National Highway 8A. It will pass through Vasna, Paldi, V S. Hospital and Town Hall.

This line will cross the East-West corridor at Income-Tax junction. It will turn a little left near Coba circle and will run towards Gandhinagar. There are two more junctions on this line: Info City and GIFT City. There will be 31 stations on this corridor.

Now let us go on the East-West corridor. It will start from Kalupur. It will run through the main areas of Ahmadabad. Then the line will turn south towards IT circle. It will go towards Commerce crossing. Thaltej crossing will be the last station of this route. It will be the terminus on the East-West corridor. Total length of this line will be 10.90 kms. It will connect the eastern and western Ahmadabad.

Most of the metro route will be on pillars and over-bridges. This will be called elevated route. The travellers will enjoy the beautiful scenes in the town. It will be a lovely view to see metro trains running on elevated tracks.

You will be able to travel without tickets in this metro rail. You can use smart card facility. You can enter a station with your smart card. You swipe the smart card at your exit station.

The system will automatically count the travel charges. The trains will run without drivers. But you need not worry. Technology will take charge of your safety. CBTC (Communication Based Train Control) signalling technology will make your travel safe. All metro cars will be air-conditioned. The train will travel at the maximum speed of 110 km per hour. Ready for the ride?

(B) Put a cross on the wrong option and make the statement true. Read aloud.

Question 1. The Bast-West / X North-South corridor will connect two parts of Ahmadabad.
Answer: The North-South corridor will link two parts of Ahmadabad.

Exam Tip: When correcting false statements, ensure the correction precisely addresses the incorrect part while maintaining factual accuracy.

Question 2. Travellers will travel in MEGA trains with a X ticket / smart card.
Answer: Travellers will move in MEGA trains using a smart card.

Exam Tip: Understand the key features and services mentioned in the passage, such as the smart card system, to answer specific questions accurately.

Question 3. Most of the metro trains will run on Xunderground / elevated route.
Answer: Most of the metro trains will operate on an elevated route.

Exam Tip: Pay close attention to descriptions of the metro's physical structure, like "elevated route," to identify correct statements.

Question 4. The MEGA trains will run Xwith/without drivers.
Answer: The MEGA trains will function without drivers.

Exam Tip: Remember specific details provided, such as trains operating without drivers, to confirm factual correctness.

Question 5. The terminus for East-West corridor will be Thaltej crossing / Ealupur X
Answer: The terminus for the East-West corridor will be Thaltej crossing.

Exam Tip: Identify the start and end points of each corridor mentioned in the text to determine the correct terminus.

(C) Answer the questions.

Question 1. How many lines will be there in the first phase of MEGA ? Name them.
Answer: There will be three lines in the first phase of MEGA. These are:
(1) North-South corridor
(2) East-West corridor and
(3) underground corridor.

Exam Tip: List all components accurately when asked to name them, ensuring no part is missed from the passage.

Question 2. Which line will connect eastern and western Ahmadabad ?
Answer: The East-West corridor will join the eastern and western Ahmadabad.

Exam Tip: Remember the specific connections mentioned for each corridor to correctly identify which one links eastern and western Ahmedabad.

Question 3. What will be the total distance between Kalupur and Thaltej crossing ?
Answer: The total distance between Kalupur and Thaltej crossing will be 10.90 km.

Exam Tip: When specific distances are provided, make sure to extract and state them accurately, associating them with the correct locations.

Question 4. What does elevated route mean?
Answer: The elevated route will run on pillars and over-bridges.

Exam Tip: Provide a direct definition based on the passage when asked for the meaning of a term like 'elevated route'.

Question 5. Write three specialities of MEGA trains.
Answer:
1. It will offer smart-card facility.
2. Trains will operate without drivers.
3. All metro cars will be air- conditioned.

Exam Tip: List key features clearly and concisely, using numbering if the question implies a list or multiple points.

Question 6. What is the capital city of Gujarat ?
Answer: Gandhinagar is the capital city of Gujarat.

Exam Tip: Answer direct questions about geographical facts clearly and correctly as stated in the text.

Question 7. Why do we need a good transport facility ?
Answer: We need a good transport facility because each day, about 50,000 people travel between Ahmadabad and Gandhinagar.

Exam Tip: When asked for a reason, link the need directly to the problem or situation described in the passage.

Question 8. Which corridor will connect Ashram Road to Gandhinagar?
Answer: The North-South corridor will connect Ashram Road to Gandhinagar.

Exam Tip: Identify the specific corridor mentioned for connecting these two locations directly from the passage details.

Question 9. Which is the last station of the East-West corridor?
Answer: Thaltej crossing will be the last station of the East-West corridor.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to the terms "last station" or "terminus" when identifying end points of routes.

Question 10. What will be the maximum speed of the trains ?
Answer: The maximum speed of the trains will be 110 km per hour.

Exam Tip: State numerical facts, like maximum speed, precisely as given in the provided information.

Question. (D) Former President of India, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam will meet the students ' at Mahatma' Mandir on 15th January.You will reach Ahmadabad from your place. Which MEGA route will you take to reach Mahatma Mandir?
Answer:
(1) If I am at the railway station or the bus stop, I will use the East-West corridor to reach Mahatma Mandir.
(2) If I am in Ahmadabad (around Vasna; Paldi, Town Hall or V. S. Hospital), I will take the North-South corridor to reach Mahatma Mandir.

Exam Tip: Understand the connections of each corridor to various points in Ahmedabad to determine the best route from different starting locations.

Activity 9.

(A) Work in groups of four. Plan a one- day trip with low cost and lots of fun. Select an option for each question.

Question 1. Where will you go?
(A) nearby farm
(B) nearby bazaar
(C) nearby water park
Answer: (A) nearby farm

Exam Tip: Choose options that fit the theme of a 'low cost and lots of fun' trip, which often includes natural or local attractions.

Question 2. How will you go?
(A) on a bicycle
(B) by shared rickshaw
(C) by friend's car
Answer: (A) on a bicycle

Exam Tip: Select the most economical and activity-oriented transport option that aligns with the 'low cost and fun' travel plan.

Question 3. What will you carry ?
(B) ready-made snacks
(C) raw material for cooking
Answer: raw material for cooking

Exam Tip: Opt for choices that suggest an interactive and cost-effective approach to food, fitting the trip's description.

Question 4. What will you do there ?
Answer: We will play games, sing, dance, cook food and enjoy ourselves.

Exam Tip: Envision and list various fun and engaging activities that are suitable for a group outing in the chosen location.

Question 5. What will be the cost of your trip ?
(1) Ticket from my city/town/village Rs 00
(2) Food items on the way Rs 00
(3)Lunch Rs 200
(4) Sight-seeing Rs 00
(5) Shopping Rs 00
(6) Auto fares Rs 00
(7) Miscellaneous expenses Rs 100
Total Rs 300
Answer: The total cost of the trip will be Rs 300, covering lunch and miscellaneous expenses, while other items are free or not applicable.

Exam Tip: Carefully tally all expenses mentioned to arrive at the correct total cost for the trip.

Let's Learn More

Read the following paragraphs from the lesson.

(1) Gujarat is a progressive state. Ahmadabad is the largest city and a centre of business in Gujarat. Gandhinagar is the capital of Gujarat. Every day, about 50,000 people travel between these two capitals-old and new. So we need a good transport facility.

Answer the following questions.

Question 1. What is the capital city of Gujarat?
Answer: Gandhinagar is the capital city of Gujarat.

Exam Tip: Recall and state basic factual information clearly, such as state capitals, from the given passage.

Question 2. Why do we need a good transport facility ?
Answer: We need a good transport facility because every day, about 50,000 people travel between Ahmadabad and Gandhinagar.

Exam Tip: Connect the need for a facility directly to the population's activity or movement described in the text.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. We need a good ............. facility.
(A) road
(B) transport
(C) rail
(D) education
Answer: (B) transport

Exam Tip: Choose the option that best completes the sentence based on the context of the passage, focusing on the main subject.

Question 2. ............ is the largest city.
(A) Surat
(B) Gandhinagar
(C) Vadodara
(D) Ahmadabad
Answer: (D) Ahmadabad

Exam Tip: Identify key facts about cities (e.g., largest city, capital) as explicitly stated in the reading passage.

Question 3. ............ is the capital city.
(A) Gandhinagar
(B) Ahmadabad
(C) Gandhigram
Answer: (A) Gandhinagar

Exam Tip: Distinguish between different cities and their roles (e.g., largest city vs. capital city) based on the text.

Question 4. Gujarat is a ............. state.
(A) conservative
(B) traditional
(C) progressive
(D) slow
Answer: (C) progressive

Exam Tip: Select the adjective that accurately describes Gujarat as mentioned at the beginning of the passage.

Question 5. Ahmadabad is the centre of ............
(A) culture
(B) business
(C) food
(D) clothes
Answer: (B) business

Exam Tip: Recall the specific role attributed to Ahmedabad in the passage to choose the correct center of activity.

Question 6. How many people travel between Ahmadabad and Gandhinagar every day?
(A) 500
(B) 5,000
(C) 50,000
(D) 500,000
Answer: (C) 50,000

Exam Tip: Pay close attention to numerical details like daily travel statistics to ensure accurate answers.

(2) The Government of Gujarat planned for a new railway project. The government started a Rs 2000 crores (₹20,00,00,00,000) company for that project. The name of the company is MEGA – Metro-link Express for Gandhinagar and Ahmadabad. The cost of this project is about Rs 1200 crores (₹12,00,00,00,000).

Question 1. What has the Government of Gujarat planned ?
Answer: The Government of Gujarat has planned a new railway project.

Exam Tip: Directly extract the main initiative or plan of the government as stated in the passage.

Question 2. What is the name of the company started by the government?
Answer: The name of the company started by the government is MEGA.

Exam Tip: State the company's name clearly as provided, ensuring all components are included.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. MEGA means ...
(A) Metro-link Express for Gandhinagar and Ahmadabad.
(B) Metro-link Express for Gandhidham and Ahmadabad.
(C) Metro-link Express for Gandhigram and Ahmadabad.
(D) Metro-link Express for Gandhinagar and Surat
Answer: (A) Metro-link Express for Gandhinagar and Ahmadabad.

Exam Tip: Recall the full form and purpose of the acronym "MEGA" as explained in the text.

Question 2. The cost of the project is ............ crores.
(A) 12
(B) 120
(C) 1200
(D) 12,000
Answer: (C) 1200

Exam Tip: Carefully read and reproduce numerical data, such as project costs, exactly as stated in the passage.

(3) This metro-rail project has two phases. In the first phase, there will be three lines: North-South corridor, East-West corridor and underground corridor. Total length of all the three lines will be 76 km.

Question 1. How many lines will be there in the first phase of MEGA? Name them.
Answer: There will be three lines in the first phase of MEGA. These are:
(1) North-South corridor
(2) East-West corridor and
(3) underground corridor.

Exam Tip: When asked to list items, ensure all specified components (lines, phases, etc.) are included and correctly named.

Question 2. What is the total length of the three lines ?
Answer: The total length of the three lines will be 76 km.

Exam Tip: Extract specific numerical values, like total lengths, accurately from the provided text.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. The total length of the three lines will be ............ km.
(A) 76
(B) 67
(C) 66
(D) 77
Answer: (A) 76

Exam Tip: Confirm numerical figures, such as total lengths, by cross-referencing with the passage to avoid errors.

Question 2. Which word in the passage means 'stages' ?
(A) length
(B) lines
(C) corridors
(D) phases
Answer: (D) phases

Exam Tip: Understand vocabulary in context, specifically identifying synonyms or words that convey similar meanings as "stages."

(4) The North-South corridor will connect Ashram Road to Gandhinagar. This corridor will be 32.65 km long. It will start from APMC, Vasna on National Highway 8A. It will pass through Vasna, Paldi, V. S. Hospital and Town Hall.

Question 1. Which corridor will connect Ashram Road to Gandhinagar?
Answer: The North-South corridor will join Ashram Road with Gandhinagar.
In simple words: The North-South line connects Ashram Road directly to Gandhinagar.

Exam Tip: Always identify the specific corridor mentioned when asked about connections between locations.

Question 2. What will be the length of the North- South corridor?
Answer: The North-South corridor's length will be 32.65 km.
In simple words: The North-South line is 32.65 kilometers long.

Exam Tip: Memorize key numerical facts like lengths and distances for different corridors.

Question 3. From where will the North-South corridor start?
Answer: The North-South corridor will begin from APMC, Vasna.
In simple words: The North-South line starts at APMC, Vasna.

Exam Tip: Pay attention to starting and ending points of each route segment.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. The North-South .......... will connect
(A) Vasna to Ahmadabad
(B) Vasna to Gandhinagar
(C) Ashram Road to Gandhinagar
(D) Gandhi Ashram to Gandhinagar
Answer: (C) Ashram Road to Gandhinagar
In simple words: The North-South line connects Ashram Road directly to Gandhinagar.

Exam Tip: Understand the specific connections each corridor provides to select the correct option.

Question 2. The North-South corridor will start from
(A) Vasna
(B) Paldi
(C) Gandhinagar
(D) Ashram Road
Answer: (A) Vasna
In simple words: The North-South line begins its journey from Vasna.

Exam Tip: Note the starting points for each corridor carefully to avoid confusion.

Question 3. The North-South corridor will be .......... km long.
(A) 23.56
(B) 23.65
(C) 32.56
(D) 32.65
Answer: (D) 32.65
In simple words: The total length of the North-South corridor is 32.65 kilometers.

Exam Tip: Pay close attention to numerical details like lengths, as options often include very similar numbers.

(5) This line will cross the East-West corridor at Income-Tax junction. It will turn a little left near Coba circle and will run towards Gandhinagar. There are two more junctions on this line: Info City and GIFT City. There will be 31 stations on this corridor.

Answer the following questions.

Question 1. Which two junctions are on the North-South corridor?
Answer: Info City and GIFT City are the two junctions found on the North-South corridor.
In simple words: Info City and GIFT City are the two junctions on the North-South line.

Exam Tip: List all important points or junctions mentioned for each corridor.

Question 2. How many stations will be there on the North-South corridor?
Answer: There will be 31 stations located on the North-South corridor.
In simple words: The North-South metro line will have 31 stations.

Exam Tip: Remember the number of stations for each specific corridor.

Answer the question selecting the correct option.

Question 1. There will be .......... stations on the North-South corridor.
(A) 13
(B) 31
(C) 11
(D) 33
Answer: (B) 31
In simple words: There will be 31 stations located along the North-South metro line.

Exam Tip: Be precise with numbers; small differences can make an answer incorrect.

(6) Now let us go on the East-West corridor. It will start from Kalupur. It will run through the main areas of Ahmadabad. Then the line will turn south towards IT circle. It will go towards Commerce crossing. Thaltej crossing will be the last station of this route. It will be the terminus on the East-West corridor. Total length of this line will be 10.90 km. It will connect 5 the eastern and western Ahmadabad.

Answer the following questions.

Question 1. Which line will connect eastern and western Ahmadabad?
Answer: The East-West corridor will connect the eastern and western parts of Ahmadabad.
In simple words: The East-West line links the eastern and western areas of Ahmadabad.

Exam Tip: Clearly state the corridor responsible for connecting different parts of the city.

Question 2. What will the total distance between Kalupur and Thaltej crossing?
Answer: The total distance between Kalupur and Thaltej crossing will be 10.90 km.
In simple words: The distance from Kalupur to Thaltej crossing is 10.90 kilometers.

Exam Tip: For distance-related questions, ensure you include the unit (km).

Question 3. Which is the last station of the East-West corridor?
Answer: Thaltej crossing will be the last station on the East-West corridor.
In simple words: Thaltej crossing is the final stop on the East-West line.

Exam Tip: Identify the final destination or terminus for each corridor accurately.

Question 4. From where will the East-West corridor start?
Answer: The East-West corridor will start from Kalupur.
In simple words: The East-West line begins at Kalupur.

Exam Tip: Note the starting point of each corridor for easy recall.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. The East-West corridor will start from ..........
(A) Thaltej crossing
(B) Commerce crossing
(C) Kalupur
(D) IT circle
Answer: (C) Kalupur
In simple words: The East-West metro line begins its journey at Kalupur.

Exam Tip: Distinguish between the start points and other stations along the route.

Question 2. The last station of the East-West corridor will be ..........
(A) Kalupur
(B) Thaltej crossing
(C) IT circle
(D) Commerce crossing
Answer: (B) Thaltej crossing
In simple words: Thaltej crossing serves as the final stop for the East-West metro line.

Exam Tip: Know the exact names of starting and ending stations for each corridor.

Question 3. The total distance between Kcilupur and Thaltej crossing will be km.
(A) 10.90
(B) 90.10
(C) 10.19
(D) 19.10
Answer: (A) 10.90
In simple words: The entire distance from Kcilupur to Thaltej crossing is 10.90 kilometers.

Exam Tip: Double-check numerical values for distances, as minor errors in recall can lead to wrong answers.

Question 4. Which word in the passage means 'last station'?
(A) corridor
(B) station
(C) junction
(D) terminus
Answer: (D) terminus
In simple words: The word "terminus" in the text means the final station or stop.

Exam Tip: Understand vocabulary from the passage, especially words related to transportation infrastructure.

(7) Most of the metro route will be on pillars and over-bridges. This will be called elevated route. The travellers will enjoy the beautiful scenes in the town. It will be a lovely view to see metro trains running on elevated tracks.

Answer the following question.

Question. What does elevated route mean?
Answer: The elevated route will be on pillars and over-bridges.
In simple words: An elevated route is built high up, supported by pillars and crossing over other structures.

Exam Tip: Define technical terms clearly, specifying the structural components involved.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. Most of the metro route will be on
(A) tracks
(B) bridges
(C) roads
(D) pillars and over-bridges
Answer: (D) pillars and over-bridges
In simple words: The majority of the metro line will be built on high pillars and bridges.

Exam Tip: Focus on the structural elements supporting the metro route as described in the passage.

Question 2. Which word in the passage means 'high'?
(A) elevated
(B) beautiful.
(C) view
(D) tracks
Answer: (A) elevated
In simple words: The word "elevated" in the text refers to something that is raised or high up.

Exam Tip: Match descriptive words from the passage to their correct synonyms or meanings.

(8) You will be able to travel without tickets in this metro rail. You can use smart card facility. You can enter a station with your smart card. You swipe the smart card at your exit station. The system will automatically count the travel charges. The trains will run without drivers. But you need not worry. Technology will take charge of your safety. CBTC (Communication Based Train Control) signalling technology will make your travel safe. All metro cars will be air-conditioned. The train will travel at the maximum speed of 110 km per hour.

Answer the following questions.

Question 1. Write three specialities of MEGA trains.
Answer:
1. It will have smart-card facilities.
2. Trains will run without drivers.
3. All metro cars will be air-conditioned.
In simple words: MEGA trains offer smart card use, operate without human drivers, and have air conditioning.

Exam Tip: Remember the key features of the MEGA trains, such as smart cards, driverless operation, and air-conditioning.

Question 2. What will be the maximum speed of the trains?
Answer: The maximum speed of the trains will be 110 km per hour.
In simple words: The trains can travel at a top speed of 110 kilometers per hour.

Exam Tip: Note the maximum operational speed of the trains as a key detail.

Question 3. What can you use instead of tickets?
Answer: We can use smart cards instead of tickets.
In simple words: Smart cards can be used instead of paper tickets.

Exam Tip: Identify alternative payment or access methods provided in the passage.

Answer the questions selecting the correct options.

Question 1. You can travel without
(A) smart cards
(B) money
(C) tickets
(D) credit cards
Answer: (C) tickets
In simple words: You can ride the metro trains without needing paper tickets.

Exam Tip: Understand the concept of ticketless travel enabled by smart cards.

Question 2. You can use the .......... facility.
(A) smart card
(B) ticket
(C) credit card
(D) debit card
Answer: (A) smart card
In simple words: You can make use of the smart card system for traveling.

Exam Tip: Recognize the specific technology mentioned for seamless travel.

Question 3. You swipe your smart card at.......... station.
(A) junction
(B) terminus
(C) entry
(D) exit
Answer: (D) exit
In simple words: You use your smart card by swiping it when you leave the station.

Exam Tip: Note the specific action (swiping) and its timing (at exit) for using the smart card.

Question 4. The trains will run without
(A) electricity
(B) diesel
(C) drivers
(D) guards
Answer: (C) drivers
In simple words: The metro trains operate automatically, without human drivers.

Exam Tip: Highlight advanced features of the metro system, such as automation.

Question 5. The train will travel at a maximum speed of .......... per hour.
(A) 110 km
(B) 100 km
(C) 11 km
(D) 101 km
Answer: (A) 110 km
In simple words: The highest speed the train can reach is 110 kilometers every hour.

Exam Tip: Remember the maximum speed limit mentioned for the trains.

Fun Activity

Find out the given words from the puzzle.

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