NCERT Solutions for Class 1 English Unit 03 Chapter 01 Fun with Pictures

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Question. Fun with Pictures
(a) What do you see in this picture?
(b) Say the names of the fruits and vegetables that you see.
(c) How many fruits are there in the picture?
(d) Can you name the fruits that are red in colour?
(e) How many vegetables are there in the picture?
(f) Can you name the green vegetables?
(g) Which fruits and vegetables do you like the most?
(h) Why do we eat fruits and vegetables?
Answer:
(a) I see many kinds of fruits and vegetables.
(b) Fruits: Apple, banana, cherry, grapes, lemon, mango, pear, pineapple, pomegranate, watermelon.
Vegetables: Bell pepper, broccoli, carrot, cauliflower, corn, cucumber, eggplant, lettuce, potato, pumpkin, radish, tomato.
(c) We can count 10 fruits in the drawing.
(d) The red fruits are cherries, apples, and pomegranates.
(e) There are 13 vegetables shown in the picture.
(f) The vegetables that are green are lettuce, cucumber, bell pepper, and broccoli.
(g) My favourites are sweet bananas and crunchy carrots.
(h) We eat them because they make us healthy and give us vitamins. They help our body grow big and strong.
In simple words: This page shows a lot of healthy fruits and vegetables. We should eat them every day to stay strong and active!

Exam Tip: Try to name different kinds of fruits and vegetables to show your vocabulary skills.

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Question. Let us speak
(a) With whom does the tree share its fruits?
(b) What do you share with your brother, sister or friends?
(c) Circle the words: ‘for’ and ‘on’ in the poem.
Answer:
(a) The tree gives its fruits to birds, animals, and any person passing by.
(b) I like to share my toys, books, and treats with my friends and siblings. Sharing brings us joy and makes playing more fun.

(c) The words for and on are circled in the poem below:

Five yellow mangoes hanging on the tree,
One for the traveller who rests under the tree.
One for the bird who nests on the tree.
One for the squirrel who runs up the tree.
One for the rabbit who lives under the tree.
One for you to share with me

Five red apples hanging on the tree,
One for the traveller who rests under the tree.
One for the bird who nests on the tree.
One for the squirrel who runs up the tree.
One less for the rabbit who lives under the tree.
One for you to share with me.
In simple words: 1. Trees are kind and share their fruits with animals and people. 2. Sharing our things with others makes everyone happy!

Exam Tip: Say "on" and "for" out loud as you spot them in the poem to help you memorize their spellings.

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Question. Let us do - Bring one fruit to the class. Wash it well. Your teacher will cut the fruits. Your teacher will help you prepare a fruit chaat. Sit in a circle and enjoy eating it together.
(a) Is there a market near your house?
(b) Do you go to the market?
(c) With whom do you go?
(d) What do you like best about the market?
Answer:
(a) Yes, we have a small market close to our home.
(b) Yes, I visit the market with my family sometimes.
(c) Generally, I go there with my father and mother.
(d) Seeing all the colourful fruits is my favourite part, and I like how busy and bright the place looks.
In simple words: This activity teaches us about visiting the vegetable and fruit market and how much fun it is to make and eat fruit salad with friends.

Exam Tip: Always wash your fruits nicely under clean water before eating them.

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Read These Aloud

Practice saying the names of these delicious fruits and vegetables out loud:

• tomatoes
• pineapples
• potatoes
• oranges
• brinjals
• onions
• jackfruit
• cauliflowers
• mangoes
• radish
• guava
• carrots
• cabbages
• peas

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Question B. Think of words for the pictures and read aloud.
- Today, my [father] took me to the [market].
- I saw many [fruits] and [vegetables] there.
- I liked the [oranges].
- My [father] bought me an [orange].
- We bought [potatoes] and [onions].
- We had a good dinner.
Answer:
Here is the complete story after putting words in place of the pictures:

Today, my father took me to the market.
I saw many fruits and vegetables there.
I liked the oranges.
My father bought me an orange.
We bought potatoes and onions.
We had a good dinner.
In simple words: This short story tells about a fun trip to the market with father to buy fresh food for dinner.

Exam Tip: Try to replace picture signs with correct spelling words to write stories easily.

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Question A. Draw and colour the fruits and vegetables you like. Discuss with your friends— Why do you like these fruits and vegetables?
Answer:
Draw your favourite fruits and vegetables in the box and colour them. You can talk about them like this:
- I enjoy eating bananas because they taste so sweet and are simple to peel.
- I like carrots because they are very crunchy and help keep my eyes healthy.
In simple words: Choose the fruits and vegetables you love to eat, draw them, and tell your classmates why they are your favourite.

Exam Tip: Mention benefits of your favourite food, such as carrots are excellent for eyesight.

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Question. Write the words in the space below
- yellow mango
- red apple
- yellow banana
- green guava
- purple brinjal
- brown potato
- orange carrot
- white radish
Answer:
Write each colour-and-fruit phrase neatly on the tracing lines twice:
- yellow mango | yellow mango
- red apple | red apple
- yellow banana | yellow banana
- green guava | green guava
- purple brinjal | purple brinjal
- brown potato | brown potato
- orange carrot | orange carrot
- white radish | white radish
In simple words: Practice writing these name tags to learn the colours and spellings of different fruits and vegetables.

Exam Tip: Be sure to keep a small space between the colour word and the food word.

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Question B. Fill in the blanks. Two have been done for you.
1. Are these onions?
Yes, they are.
These are onions. (with picture of onions)

2. Are these tomatoes?
No, they are not.
These are brinjals. (with picture of brinjals)

3. Are these potatoes? (with picture of tomatoes)
_______, they are not.
These are _______.

4. Are these carrots? (with picture of carrots)
_______, they are.
These are _______.

5. Are these roses? (with picture of marigolds)
_______, they are not.
These are _______.
Answer:
The completed blanks for each question are:
1. Are these onions?
Yes, they are.
These are onions.

2. Are these tomatoes?
No, they are not.
These are brinjals.

3. Are these potatoes?
No, they are not.
These are tomatoes.

4. Are these carrots?
Yes, they are.
These are carrots.

5. Are these roses?
No, they are not.
These are marigolds.
In simple words: Look at the picture of the vegetable or flower to see if the question is correct, then fill in "Yes" or "No" and write its correct name.

Exam Tip: If the picture does not match the question, always start your answer with "No, they are not."

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Question B. Fill in the blanks.
1. Are these pumpkins? (with picture of potatoes)
_______, they are not.
These are _______.

2. Are these mangoes? (with picture of oranges)
_______, they are not.
These are _______.

3. Are these cauliflower? (with picture of cauliflower)
_______, they are.
They are _______.

4. Is this a cabbage? (with picture of cabbage)
_______, it is.
This is a _______.
Answer:
The completed sentences are:
1. Are these pumpkins?
No, they are not.
These are potatoes.

2. Are these mangoes?
No, they are not.
These are oranges.

3. Are these cauliflower?
Yes, they are.
They are cauliflowers.

4. Is this a cabbage?
Yes, it is.
This is a cabbage.
In simple words: Fill in the blanks by looking at the picture of the vegetable or fruit and choosing "Yes" or "No".

Exam Tip: If there is only one vegetable in the picture, use "Is this..." and answer with "it is" instead of "they are".