Maharashtra Board Class 8 English Unit 2 Chapter 2.5 The Happy Prince Solutions

Std 8 English Lesson 2.5 The Happy Prince Question Answer Maharashtra Board

Class 8 English Chapter 2.5 The Happy Prince Textbook Questions And Answers

2.5 The Happy Prince Warming Up:

 

Question 1. There are different types of short stories. Use a dictionary/the Internet and find out what each of the following types refers to:
(a) fable:
(b) anecdote :
(c) fairy tale :
(d) parable:
Answer:
(a) A fable is a short story, typically with animals as characters, conveying a moral lesson. These stories often teach valuable life lessons.
(b) An anecdote is a short, amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.
(c) A fairy tale is a children's story featuring magical creatures, lands, and events, often with a happy ending.
(d) A parable is a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson, as told by Jesus in the Gospels.
In simple words: Short stories come in different forms: fables teach morals with animal characters, anecdotes are brief personal stories, fairy tales involve magic, and parables teach lessons through simple narratives.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked to define terms, provide a clear, concise definition for each, highlighting their key characteristics and purpose. Using examples can also strengthen your answer.

 

Question. (e) tragedy :
(f) humorous story :
(g) detective story :
(h) myth :
Answer:
(a) fable: moral bearing story with animal characters.
(b) anecdote: short amusing account of an incident.
(c) fairy tale: having supernatural characters/a moral for children.
(d) parable: having religious base and a message or moral.
(e) tragedy: serious and ends in a tragedy.
(f) humorous story: causing laughter and amusement; comic.
(g) detective story: the plot revolves around the investigation and solving of a crime/s.
(h) myth: originated in ancient times, authorship unknown. Understanding these terms helps in classifying different literary genres.
In simple words: This section defines various types of stories, from fables that teach morals to myths that explain ancient beliefs.

🎯 Exam Tip: When defining terms, provide a concise and clear explanation that highlights the key characteristics of each term. Use examples if helpful.

 

Question 2. Have you heard of birds that fly from one part of the world to another in small or large flocks? They are called Migratory birds. Discuss and write down two reasons why they migrate and return.
Answer: Migratory birds migrate for food and for warmth. They return when the food supplies in their home area stabilize and winter changes to summer again. This incredible journey is a survival strategy for many species.
In simple words: Migratory birds fly long distances to find food and warmer weather, returning home when conditions improve.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked for reasons, provide at least two distinct points and explain them briefly.

 

Question 3. Speech or dialogues can be reported in two ways Direct and Indirect. When the exact words of the speaker are reported we call it Direct Speech. When the exact words of the speaker are not reported, but just its contents we call it Indirect Speech. Direct Speech: Amar said, “I shall come to meet you, tomorrow, Sanket." Indirect Speech: Amar told Sanket that he would go to meet him, the next day. Note down the changes you observe in the Indirect Speech.
Answer: The main changes observed in Indirect Speech are:

• There are no inverted commas in Indirect Speech.
• The verb changes in Indirect Speech.

These changes are crucial for correctly reporting what someone said without using their exact words.
In simple words: In Indirect Speech, you don't use quotation marks, and the verbs often change tense to reflect that the speech is being reported later.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember the key transformations for Indirect Speech: removal of inverted commas, changes in tense, pronouns, and time/place expressions.

Say Whether These Sentences Are True Or False And Correct The False Ones.

 

Question a. The writer of the story is Wiiliam Blake.
Answer: False. The writer of the story is Oscar Wilde.
In simple words: The story was written by Oscar Wilde, not William Blake.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always remember the author's name correctly for literary works. A simple factual error can cost marks.

 

Question b. Everyone admired the statue of the Happy Prince.
Answer: True. The Happy Prince's statue was indeed admired by everyone in the city.
In simple words: Yes, everyone in the story looked up to and praised the statue of the Happy Prince.

🎯 Exam Tip: For true/false questions, identify the key fact and confirm its accuracy from the text. If true, simply state 'True'.

 

Question c. The mother was working, when the Swallow brought the yellow jewel.
Answer: False. The mother was sleeping when the Swallow brought the yellow jewel.
In simple words: The mother was asleep, not working, when the Swallow delivered the jewel.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay close attention to details about character actions and timing in the story to avoid common mistakes in true/false questions.

 

Question d. The two best things the servants brought to God were gold and jewel stones.
Answer: False. The two best things the servants brought to God were a broken heart and a dead bird.
In simple words: The most valuable offerings were not material wealth but symbols of suffering and sacrifice.

🎯 Exam Tip: Understand the moral or central message of the story, as it often guides the significance of events and characters' actions.

 

Question 2. Find from the story the Homophones of the following words: (Words that sound, the same, but differ in spellings and meanings.)
(a) weak
(b) their
(c) blew
(d) seo

Answer the Given Questions In Your Own Words:

 

Question a. Where was the Happy Prince's statue located?
Answer: The Happy Prince statue located high above the city. He was placed there so he could oversee the entire city and its people.
In simple words: The statue of the Happy Prince was placed high up, allowing him to see everything happening in the city.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked about location, be precise and mention any additional context like "high above" or "in the city center" if available.

 

Question b. Why did the swallow decide to stay under the statue of the Happy Prince at night?
Answer: The Swallow decided to stay under the statue of the Happy Prince at night because it was high up, and so there was plenty of fresh air. This elevated position offered a good resting spot for the night.
In simple words: The swallow chose to stay under the statue because it was high up and had fresh air, making it a comfortable place to rest.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always provide the reason or justification for a character's action when asked "Why" in a question.

 

Question c. Why was the Prince sad?

 

Question d. What was the first task given to the Swallow?
Answer: The Happy Prince asked the Swallow to take the great red jewel from his waist and give it to a poor woman whose son was ill and hungry. This was the Swallow's first task, demonstrating the Prince's compassion.
In simple words: The Prince asked the Swallow to take a red jewel from his waist and give it to a poor woman whose son was sick and hungry.

🎯 Exam Tip: For questions about specific events, clearly state the action, the object involved, and the recipient to score full marks.

 

Question e. To whom did the Prince gift the two gemstones of his eyes?
Answer: The prince gave one of the two gemstones of his eyes to a Door little girl whose eggs had fallen to the ground and broken. He sacrificed his sight to help those in need.
In simple words: The Prince gave one of his eye jewels to a little girl whose eggs had broken.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember the specific details of each act of generosity, including who received the gift and their particular plight.

 

Question f. What decision did the Swallow finally make? Was it a wise one? Comment.
Answer: The Swallow finally decided not to go to Egypt but to remain with the Happy Prince, whom he loved very much. It may not have been a wise decision because it led to the death of the Swallow, but it was a decision made from the heart and was an emotional decision that was rewarded in heaven, showing the value of selfless love.
In simple words: The Swallow chose to stay with the Prince instead of flying to Egypt because he loved him. While it led to his death, it was a heartfelt decision rewarded in heaven.

🎯 Exam Tip: When commenting on a decision, state the decision, evaluate its wisdom, and provide reasons for both the decision and your evaluation, often considering both practical and emotional aspects.

 

Question g. Why did the Swallow finally decide not to leave the Prince?
Answer: The Swallow finally decided not to leave the prince because he loved him very much. His affection for the Prince grew stronger with each act of kindness.
In simple words: The Swallow stayed with the Prince because he loved him deeply.

🎯 Exam Tip: Simple "why" questions require a direct and clear statement of the character's motivation.

 

Question h. What message do you get from this story?
Answer: The message that we get from this story is that we should be loyal, generous, and
In simple words: The story teaches us the importance of being loyal and generous to others.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked for the message of a story, identify the core moral values or lessons conveyed through the characters' actions and their consequences.

compassionate. We will not only get peace when on earth but will also get appreciation and reward in heaven.

4. Infinitives, Participles, Gerunds:

(a) Infinitives
In the sentences '1 have to study' and ' I must study', 'study' is in the infinitive form, because it does not take -s, -es or -cd aller it even if the number or person of the Subject changes.
Infinitives are generally preceded by 'to' or sometimes by a modal auxiliary.

(b) Participles
In the sentences 'She dived into the swimming pool' and 'The writing table is in a mess' 'Swimming' and 'writing' are in the verb + ing form and function as Adjectives. These are Present Pcirticiples. In the sentences, 'The police recovered the stolen jewels' and 'He bandaged his
bruised arm', stolen and bruised are in the verb + en I ed form and function as Adjectives.

(c) Gerunds
In the sentences, 'I love swimming' and 'Reading is a good habit', the verb + ing form fuction as Nouns (as the Subject or Object). These are called Verbal Nouns or Gerunds.

Say whether the underlined are Infinitives/Participles (Present or Past) Gerunds.

 

Question 1. I wish to go to Egypt.
Answer: Infinitive. The phrase 'to go' functions as an infinitive, indicating purpose or intention.
In simple words: 'To go' is an infinitive because it's the base form of a verb preceded by 'to', showing an action or state.

🎯 Exam Tip: Infinitives often appear with 'to' before the verb and act like nouns, adjectives, or adverbs in a sentence.

 

Question 2. They liked his written stories.
Answer: Participle(past). The word 'written' is a past participle functioning as an adjective, describing the stories.
In simple words: 'Written' is a past participle because it's the past tense form of the verb 'write' and describes the noun 'stories'.

🎯 Exam Tip: Participles (both present ending in -ing and past often ending in -ed, -en, -t) act as adjectives, modifying nouns or pronouns.

 

Question 3. He is trying to finish a story.
Answer: Infinitive. This grammatical form indicates the purpose or object of an action.
In simple words: An infinitive is the basic form of a verb, usually with "to" before it, like "to finish" in this sentence.

🎯 Exam Tip: To identify an infinitive, look for 'to' followed by the base form of a verb. It often functions as a noun, adjective, or adverb in a sentence.

 

Question 4. Suffering is stranger than anything.
Answer: Gerund. Here, 'suffering' acts as the subject of the sentence, functioning like a noun.
In simple words: A gerund is a verb ending in -ing that acts like a noun, like 'suffering' in this sentence.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember that a gerund always ends in '-ing' and functions as a noun, while a present participle also ends in '-ing' but acts as an adjective or part of a continuous verb.

 

Question 5. The dying swallow fell at his feet.
Answer: Participle (Present). The word 'dying' describes the swallow, acting as an adjective.
In simple words: A present participle is a verb ending in -ing that describes a noun, like 'dying' describing the swallow.

🎯 Exam Tip: Distinguish between a gerund (verb + -ing acting as a noun) and a present participle (verb + -ing acting as an adjective or part of a continuous verb tense).

 

Question 6. He began to cry.
Answer: Infinitive. The phrase 'to cry' completes the meaning of the verb 'began'.
In simple words: 'To cry' is an infinitive because it's the basic form of the verb 'cry' with 'to' before it.

🎯 Exam Tip: Infinitives often follow verbs like 'begin', 'want', 'try', 'decide', and 'learn', indicating the action that follows.

 

Question 7. He watched the working seamen
Answer: Participle (Present). 'Working' describes the seamen, indicating their ongoing action.
In simple words: 'Working' is a present participle because it's a verb ending in -ing that describes the noun 'seamen'.

🎯 Exam Tip: When an -ing word modifies a noun, it's usually a present participle. If it acts as the subject or object, it's a gerund.

5. Write The Following Dialogues From The Story In The Indirect Speech:

 

(a) 'Who are you?' asked the bird. 'I am the Happy Prince.'
'Then why are you crying? I am wet with your tears.'
Answer: The bird asked who he was. The Happy Prince replied that he was the Happy Prince. The bird then asked why he was crying and added that it was wet with his tears. This conversation highlights the bird's initial curiosity and empathy.
In simple words: The bird asked the Prince who he was, and the Prince told him. Then the bird asked why he was crying and said it was wet from his tears.

🎯 Exam Tip: When converting questions to indirect speech, change the question form to a statement and use reporting verbs like 'asked' or 'enquired'. Remember to adjust pronouns and tenses.

 

(b) The Happy Prince looked very sad, and the little Swallow was sorry for him. 'It is very cold here,' he said 'but I will stay with you for one night. Tomorrow I will take the jewel.'
'Thank you, little bird,' said the prince.
Answer: The Happy Prince looked very sad, and the little Swallow was sorry for him. The Swallow said that it was very cold there but that it would stay with him for one night and would take the jewel the next day. The prince thanked the little bird. This exchange shows the Swallow's compassion despite the cold.
In simple words: The Swallow, seeing the sad Prince, said it was cold but promised to stay one night and take the jewel the next day. The Prince thanked the Swallow.

🎯 Exam Tip: When converting statements to indirect speech, change tenses (e.g., 'is' to 'was', 'will' to 'would'), pronouns, and time/place expressions (e.g., 'here' to 'there', 'tomorrow' to 'the next day').

(c) 'Little bird, little bird,' said the prince, 'please will you stay with me for one more night?'
'My friends arc waiting for me.' answered the bird.
(d) Under a bridge, two little boys were lying close together to keep warm.
'We are so hungry!' they said. 'You cannot lie there!' shouted a guard.
(e) 'Goodbye, dear prince!' he said.
'I urn glad that you are going to Egypt,' said the prince. 'You have stayed too long.'I am not going to Egypt,' said the Swallow. 'I am going to the House of God'

 

Question 6. Divide the story into parts. Make 4 groups in your class. Each group should take one of the 4 parts to convert the story into a play and enact your part.

 

Question 7. If you could change the end of the story i.e. after the Swallow refused to fly to Egypt. how would you change it? Summarise your idea in 10 to 12 lines.
Answer: Summary of the idea : A MIRACLE
The Swallow, battling the bitter cold, refuses to fly to Egypt and continues to live with the prince to support him in his time of need. God sees this love and friendship among the two and decides to do something. He restores the prince to his glory. The Happy Prince becomes golden and beautiful once again and is admired by all. The little Swallow develops extra layers of feathers to protect him from the cold, and the two continue to live with each other. The prince continues to be generous, but his wealth never diminishes. The Swallow is his messenger and informant. They become immortal. The two realize that these miracles are the work of God and they look towards heaven to thank God. This new ending emphasizes the power of selfless love and divine intervention.
In simple words: The Swallow stays with the prince, and God rewards their friendship by restoring the prince's glory and making them both immortal, showing that true love brings miracles.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked to change a story's ending, ensure your new ending is creative, logical, and aligns with the story's themes, providing a clear summary of your revised plot.

 

Question 8. Think of one of your favorite stories. Fill in the following facts about the story:
• Name of the story:
• Type of story:

Class 8 English Chapter 2.5 The Happy Prince Additional Important Questions and Answers

Say Whether The Following Sentences Are True Or False And Correct The False Ones:

 

Question 1. One night a little swallow flew over the city with his friends.
Answer: False. The corrected sentence is: One night a little swallow flew alone over the city.
In simple words: The statement is false because the swallow was flying by itself, not with a group of friends.

🎯 Exam Tip: For True/False questions, always provide the correct statement if the original is false to score full marks.

 

Question 2. The Happy Prince saw that the Swallow was crying.
Answer: False
Corrected Sentence: The Swallow saw that the Happy Prince was crying. The Swallow was deeply moved by the Prince's sorrow.
In simple words: The bird was crying, not the Prince, and the Swallow noticed the Prince's tears.

🎯 Exam Tip: For True/False questions, always provide the corrected sentence if the statement is false to show full understanding.

 

Question 3. The Swallow felt sorry for the Happy Prince.
Answer: True. The Swallow's compassion grew as it learned about the Prince's sadness.
In simple words: Yes, the Swallow felt bad for the Happy Prince because he was sad.

🎯 Exam Tip: When answering True/False, a simple 'True' or 'False' is often enough, but adding a brief reason can sometimes earn extra credit.

 

Complete the Following

 

Question 1. The Happy Prince's statue was located ______
Answer: high above the city. From this vantage point, he could see all the city's joys and sorrows.
In simple words: The Happy Prince's statue was placed very high up, overlooking the whole city.

🎯 Exam Tip: For fill-in-the-blanks, ensure your answer directly completes the sentence logically and grammatically.

 

Question 2. The drops that fell on the swallow were ______
Answer: the tears from the eyes of the Happy Prince. These tears showed the Prince's deep empathy for his people.
In simple words: The drops were tears coming from the Happy Prince's eyes.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay close attention to descriptive details in the story, as they often form the basis for such questions.

 

Question 3. The Swallow decided to stay under the statue of the Happy Prince at night; because ______
Answer: it was high up, and so there was ; plenty of fresh air. The height also offered a good view of the city.
In simple words: The Swallow stayed under the statue because it was high up and had lots of fresh air.

🎯 Exam Tip: When a question asks for a reason, provide a clear and concise explanation directly from the text.

 

Question 4. The Prince was sad ______
Answer: to see all the unhappiness of the city. His golden exterior hid a heart full of sorrow for the suffering people.
In simple words: The Prince was sad because he could see all the sad things happening in the city.

🎯 Exam Tip: Understand the character's motivations and feelings as they are often tested in comprehension questions.

 

Question 5. The first gift from the Happy Prince was ______
Answer:
In simple words: Recall the initial act of generosity from the Prince to identify his first gift.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always remember the sequence of events in a story, especially key actions like the first gift or important decisions.

 

Question 6. he Swallow felt warm because _______.
Answer: he had done a good thing. The act of kindness brought a comforting feeling to the Swallow.
In simple words: The Swallow felt warm because helping someone made it feel good and happy.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked for a reason, always provide the direct cause mentioned in the text, focusing on the character's actions or feelings.

 

Question 7. The clever man was surprised _______
Answer: to see a swallow in the city in winter. It was unusual for a swallow to be in the city during such a cold season.
In simple words: The clever man was surprised because swallows usually fly away to warmer places in winter, so seeing one in the city was unexpected.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay attention to details that describe unusual or unexpected events in the story, as these often lead to questions about character reactions.

 

Question 8. The prince gave a _______ one of the two gemstones of his eyes.
Answer: poor writer. The prince sacrificed his precious gemstone to help the struggling writer.
In simple words: The prince gave one of his eye gemstones to a poor writer to help him.

🎯 Exam Tip: Identify the recipient of the prince's generosity and the specific item he gave away to score full marks.

 

Question 9. The writer was trying hard _______
Answer: to complete the story. He was working diligently to finish his literary piece.
In simple words: The writer was working very hard to finish writing his story.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on the character's immediate goal or task when answering questions about their efforts.

 

Question 10. It was easy to get into the young man's room because _______ .
Answer: there was a hole in the roof. This structural flaw provided an easy entry point.
In simple words: It was easy to enter the young man's room because there was a hole in the roof.

🎯 Exam Tip: Look for specific physical details or conditions mentioned in the text that explain how an action was possible.

 

Question 11. The Swallow refused to take off the other eye because _______
Answer: then the prince would not be able to see. The Swallow cared deeply for the prince and didn't want him to be completely blind.
In simple words: The Swallow didn't want to take the prince's other eye because then the prince would not be able to see anything at all.

🎯 Exam Tip: When a character refuses an action, always state their reason, especially if it highlights their compassion or loyalty.

 

Question 11. The prince gave one of the two gemstones of his eyes to ______
Answer: a poor little girl whose eggs had fallen to the ground and broken. This act of kindness showed the prince's deep compassion.
In simple words: The prince gave his eye gemstone to a poor girl whose eggs were broken, showing his generosity and sympathy.

🎯 Exam Tip: When filling in blanks from a story, recall the specific event and character involved to ensure accuracy.

 

Question 13. Use the word 'see' and its homophones in a single sentence of your own.
Answer: sea-see: The children went all the way from Indore to Mumbai to see the sea. This sentence effectively uses both homophones in a meaningful context.
In simple words: To use 'see' and 'sea' together, you can write a sentence where someone travels to the 'sea' to 'see' something.

🎯 Exam Tip: For homophone questions, ensure your sentence clearly distinguishes the meaning of each word while using them naturally.

 

Question. Pick out the finite and non-finite verbs in the following sentence: And he decided to fly away.
Answer: decided-finite verb; to fly-non- finite verb. Finite verbs change with tense and subject, while non-finite verbs do not.
In simple words: 'Decided' is a finite verb because it shows the past action, and 'to fly' is a non-finite verb because it doesn't change with the subject or tense.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember that finite verbs show tense and agree with the subject, while non-finite verbs (infinitives, participles, gerunds) do not change form based on tense or subject.

 

Personal Response:

 

Question. Have you ever observed statues and admired them? Name some.
Answer: I admire statues which are artistic or tell us a story. For example, some of the statues of Shivaji are very well carved, with all the details. However, most of the time statues in India are neglected, and only serve as resting places for birds. It's a shame that such historical and artistic pieces are not always well-maintained.
In simple words: Yes, I admire detailed statues like those of Shivaji, but often they are neglected and used by birds.

🎯 Exam Tip: For personal response questions, provide a clear 'yes' or 'no' and then elaborate with specific examples and observations to support your answer.

 

Give Reasons:

 

Question 1. The mother was forced to ignore her ailing son.
Answer: The mother was forced to ignore her ailing son as she did not have money to buy food, and could only give him water from the river. She was busy making a dress for one of the queen's ladies. After doing this, she was so tired that she fell asleep. Her desperate circumstances left her with no other choice.
In simple words: The mother had to ignore her sick son because she was poor, had no food, and was exhausted from working on a dress for the queen.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked to give reasons, always provide all contributing factors mentioned in the text to fully explain the situation.

 

Question 2. What was the first task given to the Swallow?
Answer: The Happy Prince asked the Swallow to take the great red jewel from his waist and give it to a poor woman whose son was ill and hungry. This was the Swallow's first task, a truly compassionate act.
In simple words: The Swallow's first job was to take a red jewel from the Happy Prince and give it to a poor, sick, and hungry boy's mother.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked about a character's first action, clearly state the action and the reason or recipient, as this shows a complete understanding of the narrative.

 

Question 3. The Swallow wished to go to Egypt.
Answer: It was winter, and it would soon begin snowing. The Swallow would not be able to bear this cold weather. So, he wished to go to Egypt where the sun was warm and the leaves were green, seeking a more hospitable climate.
In simple words: The Swallow wanted to go to Egypt because winter was coming, it was getting too cold, and Egypt had warm sun and green leaves.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always explain the 'why' behind a character's actions, especially when it involves their survival or comfort, to provide a comprehensive answer.

 

Find From The Passage The Homophones Of The Following Words:
1. read
2. threw
Answer:
1. read-red
2. threw-through
In simple words: Homophones are words that sound the same but have different spellings and meanings, like 'read' and 'red', or 'threw' and 'through'.

🎯 Exam Tip: When identifying homophones, always ensure both words sound identical but have distinct spellings and meanings, often requiring careful reading of the passage for context.

 

Write The Noun Forms Of The Following Words:
1. poor
2. flew
3. warm
4. ill
Answer:
1. poverty
2. flight
3. warmth
In simple words: Noun forms are words that name a person, place, thing, or idea. For example, 'poor' describes someone, but 'poverty' is the state of being poor.

🎯 Exam Tip: To find the noun form, think about the state, quality, or action related to the given word. Practice with common adjectives and verbs to build your vocabulary.

4. Illness

Complex Factual Activities:

 

Question 1. Why was the writer unable to complete his story?
Answer: The writer was very cold, weak and hungry. There was no fire in his room. Due to all these reasons, he was unable to complete his story. These harsh conditions made it impossible for him to focus on his work.
In simple words: The writer couldn't finish his story because he was cold, weak, hungry, and had no fire to warm his room.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked for reasons, list all contributing factors mentioned in the text to provide a complete answer.

 

Question 2. What did the writer conclude when he saw the blue jewel?
Answer: When the writer saw the blue jewel, he concluded that it was a gift from someone who had read and liked his books. He felt a sense of appreciation from an unknown admirer.
In simple words: The writer thought the blue jewel was a gift from a reader who enjoyed his books.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay close attention to character's thoughts and interpretations when answering questions about their conclusions or feelings.

Rewrite as an Affirmative Sentence:

 

But he is very cold and he cannot write.
Answer: But he is very cold and he is unable to write. This transformation makes the sentence positive while retaining its original meaning.
In simple words: To make the sentence affirmative, we change "cannot write" to "is unable to write," keeping the meaning but changing the negative form.

🎯 Exam Tip: When rewriting sentences, ensure the meaning remains the same while changing the grammatical structure as requested.

Personal Response:

 

Have you seen birds migrating/flying in groups or information?
Answer: Yes, I have. I did not realize what it meant in the beginning, but later I saw a documentary film about migratory birds. I like the way they fly in a formation, all of them flying at the same speed. I often wonder how they know where to go and what to do. Observing nature's wonders like bird migration is truly fascinating.
In simple words: Yes, I've seen migratory birds flying together and learned about them from documentaries, finding their coordinated flight amazing.

🎯 Exam Tip: For personal response questions, provide a clear 'yes' or 'no' and then elaborate with relevant personal experiences or observations.

Complete the Table and Write Who Said the Given Words and to Whom:

 

Question 1.

 

Question. Complete the table by identifying who said the words and to whom.

The words	Who said them	To whom
(1) You cannot see now
(2) She has no money to take home.
(3) This is a beautiful piece of glass!
(4) You must go to Egypt

Answer:

The words	Who said them	To whom
(1) You cannot see now	The Swallow	The prince
(2) She has no money to take home.	The prince	The Swallow
(3) This is a beautiful piece of glass!	The little girl	The Swallow
(4) You must go to Egypt	The prince	The Swallow

In simple words: This table shows who spoke each line and to whom they were speaking, helping to understand the conversations in the story.

🎯 Exam Tip: When completing tables from a story, always refer back to the text to ensure accuracy in identifying speakers and listeners for each dialogue. Context is key!

Complete the table:

 

Question 1. Complete the table with the comparative and superlative forms of the given adjectives.

Positive	Comparative	Superlative
strange
beautiful

Answer:

Positive	Comparative	Superlative
strange	stranger	strangest
beautiful	more beautiful	most beautiful

In simple words: This table shows how adjectives change their form to compare things: 'positive' is the basic form, 'comparative' compares two things, and 'superlative' compares three or more things, showing which is the most or least.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember that most one-syllable adjectives add '-er' and '-est', while longer adjectives typically use 'more' and 'most' for comparative and superlative forms. Watch out for irregular adjectives too!

Positive	Comparative	Superlative
strange	stranger	strangest
beautiful	more beautiful	most beautiful
dear	dearer	dearest
wonderful	more wonderful	most wonderful

Underline the Pronouns in the Following Sentences:

 

Question 1. She is selling eggs. her eggs have fallen on the ground and they are broken.
Answer: She is selling eggs. Her eggs have fallen on the ground and they are broken.
In simple words: Pronouns are words that replace nouns, like 'She' for a girl, 'Her' to show possession, and 'they' for multiple things.

🎯 Exam Tip: To identify pronouns, look for words that refer to people, places, or things without naming them directly, and remember possessive pronouns too.

 

Question 2. "I will stay with you," repeated the Swallow, and he slept at the Prince's feet.
Answer: "I will stay with you," repeated the Swallow, and he slept at the Prince's feet.
In simple words: 'I' refers to the speaker, 'you' refers to the person being spoken to, and 'he' refers to a male person or animal.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always check for pronouns in direct speech (within quotation marks) as well as in the narrative part of the sentence.

Personal Response:

 

Question. How does the suffering of other people affect you?
Answer: I feel very bad when I see someone suffering. I don't like to see even animals suffer, and I often have fights with boys who are cruel to animals. If I see someone suffering, I try to help them if it is possible. This empathy drives me to act. I plan to become a doctor when I grow up so that I can help those who are in pain.
In simple words: Seeing others or animals suffer makes me feel sad and want to help, which inspires me to become a doctor.

🎯 Exam Tip: For personal response questions, express your genuine feelings and provide specific examples or future plans to support your answer, showing thoughtfulness and empathy.

Complete The Table And Write Who Said The Given Words To Whom:

 

Question 1.

The words	Who said them	To whom
(1) You cannot lie there!
(2) Yes, you have brought the right things.

Answer:

The words	Who said them	To whom
(1) You cannot lie there!	A guard	Two little boys
(2) Yes, you have brought the right things.	God	His servants

The dialogue reveals the characters and their interactions within the story.
In simple words: The first line was said by a guard to two boys, and the second line was spoken by God to his servants.

🎯 Exam Tip: When completing tables about dialogues, always identify both the speaker and the listener accurately from the story context to score full marks.

Complex Factual Activities:

 

Question 1. Describe the sufferings that the Swallow discovered and reported to the prince.
Answer: The Swallow saw poor people sitting at the gate. He flew into the dark streets, where he saw hungry and sad children. Many children were cold and were treated badly by the guards in the city. These were the sufferings that the Swallow discovered and reported to the prince, highlighting the widespread hardship.
In simple words: The Swallow saw poor, hungry, cold, and badly treated children and people, reporting all these sad sights to the prince.

🎯 Exam Tip: When describing sufferings, list specific examples from the text to show a comprehensive understanding of the story.

 

Question 2. In what state did the important man in the city find the statue?
Answer: The important man in the city found the statue looking dull. The red stone and the gold covering were gone, making it appear ordinary and without its former beauty.
In simple words: The important man found the statue looking dull because its precious red stone and gold covering were missing.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay attention to descriptive words used in the text to accurately convey the state or appearance of objects or characters.

 

Question 3. Why did the servants of God take the broken heart and the dead bird to God?
Answer: The servants of God took the broken heart and the dead bird to God because they were the two best things in the city. This act showed their deep understanding of true value.
In simple words: God's servants took the broken heart and dead bird because they represented the most valuable things in the city: selfless love and sacrifice.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked about symbolic actions, explain the deeper meaning or reason behind the action, connecting it to the story's themes.

 

Question 4. Why did the Swallow finally decide not to leave the prince?
Answer: The Swallow finally decided not to leave the prince because he loved him very much. His affection grew stronger with each act of kindness they performed together.
In simple words: The Swallow stayed with the prince because he felt a strong love and loyalty towards him.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on the emotional connection between characters when explaining their decisions, especially in stories about friendship and sacrifice.

 

Question 5. What decision did the Swallow ; finally make? Was it a wise one? Comment.
Answer: The Swallow finally decided not to go to Egypt but to remain with the Happy Prince, whom he loved very much. It may not have been a wise decision because it led to the death of the Swallow but it was a decision made from the heart, and was an emotional decision which was rewarded in heaven. Ultimately, this choice, though costly, demonstrated profound devotion.
In simple words: The Swallow chose to stay with the prince instead of flying to Egypt, which led to its death. While not wise for its survival, it was a loving choice rewarded in heaven.

🎯 Exam Tip: When commenting on a decision, consider both its practical consequences and its moral or emotional significance, explaining why it was or wasn't wise.

 

Question 6. What, do you think, was the part of the statue which did not melt?
Answer: The part of the statue which did not melt was the heart of the Happy Prince. This symbolizes that true compassion and love are eternal and indestructible.
In simple words: The Happy Prince's heart did not melt, showing that his love and kindness were stronger than anything else.

🎯 Exam Tip: In questions about symbolic elements, identify the object and then explain what it represents or signifies within the story's context.

 

Question 7. What message do you get from this story?
Answer: The message that we get from this story is that we should be loyal,generous and compassionate. We will not only get peace when on earth but will also get appreciation and reward in heaven. Living with such virtues brings both earthly contentment and divine recognition.
In simple words: The story teaches us to be loyal, generous, and kind. Doing good deeds brings happiness on Earth and rewards in heaven.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked for the message or moral of a story, summarize the main lesson or values the author wants to convey, linking them to character actions and outcomes.

Do As Directed:

 

Question 1. Pick out two compound words from the lesson.
Answer: bedroom, daytime
In simple words: Compound words are formed by joining two smaller words to create a new word with a new meaning.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked to find compound words, look for words that are clearly made up of two distinct words joined together, like 'sun' + 'flower' = 'sunflower'.

 

Question 2. Use the following phrase in your own sentence : to get in
Answer: The thief found it difficult to get in through the narrow opening.
In simple words: To use a phrase in a sentence, make sure it fits naturally and makes sense within the context of your sentence.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always ensure the phrase is used grammatically correctly and conveys the intended meaning within your sentence. Practice using common phrases in different contexts.

 

Question 3. Underline the non-finite verb and say what type it is : The boy is crying and his mother is so unhappy.
Answer: The boy is crying and his mother is so unhappy.
crying – present participle
In simple words: A non-finite verb doesn't change its form with the subject or tense, and here 'crying' acts like an adjective describing the boy, not the main action of the sentence.

🎯 Exam Tip: To identify non-finite verbs, look for infinitives (to + verb), participles (-ing or -ed forms used as adjectives), and gerunds (-ing forms used as nouns). They do not show tense or agree with the subject.

 

Question 4. Find out four hidden words from the given word : (Each word should have at least 3 letters.) flower
Answer: flower: lower, flow, wolf, wore
In simple words: Hidden words are smaller words you can find by using only the letters available in a longer word, without rearranging them too much.

🎯 Exam Tip: When finding hidden words, ensure each word uses only the letters from the original word and meets any length requirements. It's like a mini word puzzle!

 

Question 5. Use the following word and its homophone in a single sentence : heard
Answer: The lion heard the herd of buffaloes chasing him.
In simple words: Homophones are words that sound the same but have different spellings and meanings, like 'heard' (past tense of hear) and 'herd' (a group of animals).

🎯 Exam Tip: For homophones, the key is to use both words correctly in a single sentence, demonstrating that you understand their distinct meanings and spellings.

 

Question 6. Rewrite using a clause in place of | the underlined phrase : I played with my friends in a very beautiful garden.
Answer: I played with my friends where the garden was very beautiful.
In simple words: Replacing a phrase with a clause means changing a group of words without a subject-verb pair into a group of words that does have a subject and a verb, while keeping the same meaning.

🎯 Exam Tip: To replace a phrase with a clause, identify the function of the phrase (e.g., adverbial of place, time, manner) and then construct a clause that performs the same function, usually starting with a subordinating conjunction like 'where', 'when', 'because', 'although', etc.

 

Question 7. Rewrite as an affirmative \ sentence : I did not know what lay on the other I side.
Answer: I was unaware of what lay on the other side. This transformation changes a negative statement into a positive one while keeping the original meaning.
In simple words: To make a sentence affirmative, you change negative words like 'not know' into positive ones like 'unaware'.

🎯 Exam Tip: When converting to an affirmative sentence, ensure the meaning remains the same. Often, replacing a negative verb with an antonym (e.g., 'did not know' to 'was unaware') is effective.

 

Question 8. Punctuate : I will stay here he thought it is high up so there is plenty of fresh air :
Answer: "I will stay here,” he thought. "It is high up, so there is plenty of fresh air."
In simple words: Add quotation marks around spoken words and use commas or periods to separate them from the speaker's narration.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember to use quotation marks for direct speech, a comma before closing quotation marks if the sentence continues, and proper capitalization for the start of new sentences within quotes.

 

Question 9. Pick out the modal auxiliary and state its function : I must find another place.
Answer: I must find another place, (must- indicates compulsion.) The modal auxiliary 'must' clearly conveys a strong obligation or necessity.
In simple words: 'Must' is the modal verb here, and it shows that finding another place is absolutely necessary or compulsory.

🎯 Exam Tip: Modal auxiliaries like 'must', 'should', 'can', 'may' express different functions such as compulsion, advice, ability, or permission. Identify the modal and then explain what it signifies in the given context.

 

Question 10. Identify the type of sentence: Tell me what you see there.
Answer: Imperative sentence
In simple words: This sentence gives a command or makes a request, which is the characteristic of an imperative sentence.

🎯 Exam Tip: Imperative sentences often start with a verb and imply 'you' as the subject. They are used for commands, requests, or instructions.