CBSE Class 6 English Revision Worksheet Set 14

READING SECTION

Q1 READ THE PASSAGE CAREFULLY:

Swami Vivekananda once stayed in a small village . Thousands of people came to him and asked him a number of questions. He was so busy with them that he did not get time to eat. No one cared to see if he had his food or rest.

That night when people went away, a poor man came to Viveknanda and said, “ Swamiji, I am pained to see that you are hungry and tired.” Swamiji asked him if he had some food. The poor man had a great desire to give food, but he was a cobbler who repaired shoes and he was afraid. If the King came to know that a cobbler had given food to Swamiji, he would be driven away from the kingdom. Swamiji told him not to be afraid of anything. The cobbler brought bread because his heart was full of love and pity. Swamiji took the bread and ate it. He found that it tasted better than the sweets of the king’s palace.

I ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:

1. Why did people go to Swamiji?

2. Who was pained to see Swamiji hungry and tired?

3. What was the cobbler afraid of?

4. Which words show that the cobbler was a kind-hearted man?

a) _________________________ b) ____________________

II FILL IN THE BLANKS WITH SUITABLE WORDS OR PHRASES

FROM THOSE GIVEN IN THE BRACKET

1. Swami Vivekananda did not get time _______________. (eat, to eat,eating)

2. Swamiji found that the bread _________________ (tasted ,will taste, tastes) better than the sweets of the King’s palace.

3. If the king came to know that a cobbler had given food to Swamiji, he

(i.e. the cobbler)________________(is driven, will be driven, would be driven) out of the kingdom.

4. A cobbler is the one who ______________ (buys shoes, mends shoes, sells shoes).

a. Castle ______________ c. Garden _____________

b. Horsemen _____________ d. Streams ______________

5. Is the child happy when he wakes up or is he disappointed?

WRITING SECTION

You have been to a magic show by a famous magician.Write a letter in about 120-150 words, to your friend Nisha, narrating your experience at the show.
Write a speech to be delivered in the morning assembly on the topic

‘NEED TO KEEP YOUR CITY NEAT AND CLEAN’

Q5 As the school librarian Mrs Prabhjot Kaur frame a notice for the noticeboard, informing the students to return their library books at the earliest , failing which they would be penalized/fined. Put the notice in a box.

REVISION –WORKSHEET-II
GRAMMAR SECTION

Q1 CHOOSE THE CORRECT FORM OF THE VERB FROM THE BRACKETS.
a. My friends have ______________this movie. (saw/seen)
b. I am ___________ my homework. (done/doing)
c. He _____________ an hour ago. (leave/left)

Q2 DO AS DIRECTED :
a. He has drawn the picture ______________( fill in the blank with a reflexive pronoun)
b. The girl worked hard for her examination.(form a negative sentence by using did not)
c. She is known for her beauty.( underline the abstract noun in the sentence)
d. I/on the shore/a group of men/saw/one night ( Rearrange the jumbled words to make meaningful sentence)

Q3 TICK THE CORRECT WORD:
a. Rita ( has/have) cut her finger with the knife.
b. The boys ( has/have) played the match.

Q4 INSERT A,AN OR THE IN THE BLANKS BELOW.
This Friday we decided to go for _________ movie. __________ movie was
very boring so we decided to go to __________ restaurant. It strated to rain.
We had ________ umbrella,but it was not enough. All of us got drenched in
_______ rain. It was _______most enjoyable day of my life.

LITERATURE

Q5 READ THE FOLLOWING EXTRACT AND ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS
a. ‘Our ships shall sail across the high seas.’
i. Name the poem and the poet.
ii. Which literary device is used in line.
b. ‘Every moment has its duty,
Who the future can foretell?
Then why put off till tomorrow
What today can do as well?
i. Name the poem and the poet.
ii. What is the rhyme scheme of the poem?

Q6 ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:
a. What happens if we throw the hours away?
b. Why did Gandiji dislike games and gymnastics?
c. How did the elephant help the forester?
d. Why did the young man go to the remote sea?

Q7 On behalf of the mother elephant,write a request letter to the king pleading for the release of her son.

• Enhance your speaking skills by interacting with your family members and friends in English (at least twice in a day)

Note: Answer all the questions in A4 size sheets and keep all of them in a clear bag. Write your Name, Class, Roll no. and Subject on the right hand side of the clear bag.

Q1.Read the novel assigned to you (Charlie and the chocolate factory) and write its book review.Include the following points:

✤ An outline of the plot

✤ Brief description of the main characters (Charlie Bucket and Mr Willy Wonka)

✤ The positive and negative aspects of the novel in relation to its - Characters, Setting, Plot ,Language

✤ To whom would you recommend the book to read

Q2. Imagine that you have a pet at your home. Try to write a poem in 10-12 lines describing your pet and the exciting time which you spend with it.Try to have a rhyme scheme in your poem,highlighting its various activities. Draw or Paste its pictures in different moods to make your poem more interesting. Record the poem in the CD with proper Voice modulation, intonations and fluency.

Q3.Your school has organized an ‘Interpersonal Skills’ campaign for a month. As a part of the campaign, students are required to design posters to be displayed inside the classroom as well as on the notice board and the main gate of the school. Design a poster on the topic using slogans and photographs. Also use illustrations to go with the slogans. Draft a speech to be delivered at the commencement of the campaign . Record the speech of at least 3-4 mins in a CD.

Q4.Do you enjoy watching movies? Watch Charlie Chaplin movies like The Gold Rush, City Lights or Modern Times, or any other Indian film in which a mother has an important role. Write a short review of the film using following value points

✤ The name of the film

✤ The names of the main actors, both male and female

✤ The name of the director

✤ The name of the music director

✤ The Plot of the movie (in about 120 words)

✤ The description of the main characters – how they look , behave etc?

✤ The character you liked the most and why? (about 100 words)

✤ The lesson (s) that you might have learnt from it about life or life’s problems

✤ Why you would recommend the film to your friends?

Q5.Write a paragraph on any one of the given topics:

i. The happiest day of my life.

ii. A visit to a tourist place

iii. The funniest dream I had

Q6.Complete the story whose opening sentence is given below:

i. One cold morning as I was walking through the woods, I heard …

ii. The two boys stared in surprise at the fresh muddy imprints of a pair of bare feet…

iii. Long ago in a village lived a man who….

Add related pictures to make it more interesting and impressive.

Modals

Q1. Fill in the blanks using must, mustn’t, don’t have to, should, shouldn’t, might, can, can’t.

1. You really______ go to the Louvre if you’re in paris. It’s wonderful.

2. You ______ come to the party if you don’t feel well.

3. I don’t know where Kelly is. She ______ be at the sister’s house.

4. You have passed all your test. You ______ be very pleased with yourself.

5. You _______ smoke in your car, especially if there are children sitting in the back.

6. You _______ work this evening. I can do the tasks for you.

Q2. Complete the following sentences using appropriate modal auxiliaries.

1. I don’t think that I ………………. be able to go. (will / should / can)

2. He ………………. not go unless you throw him out. (shall / will)

3. You ………………….. to obey the rules. (must / should / ought)

4. I wish you ……………….. tell me earlier. (would / should / must)

5. ……………….. I help you? (Would / Should / Will)

6. He said that I ………………. use his phone whenever I wanted. (can / could / may)

7. I ……………………… him, so I sent him a message. (needn’t to see / didn’t need to see / needn’t have seen)

8. ………………. you show me the way to the railway station? (Should / Could / Might)

9. He ……………….. be an atheist but now he is a true believer. (would / used to / ought to)

10. You ……………… light a match for the room is full of gas. (must not / need not / will not)

Q3. Choose the most suitable answer to fill in the blank. Write its number (a), (b), (c) or (d) in the answers.

1. He’s still not here. He……………….. have met with an accident.
(a) should (b) can (c) might (d) shall

2. I wish I ……………….. be as intelligent as Einstein.
(a) must (b) could (c) should (d) shall

3. We ……………….. bring any money because admission is free.
(a) mustn’t (b) couldn’t (c) can’t (d) needn’t

4. This ……………….. be your book. It has your name on it.
(a) can (b) shall (c) need (d) must

5. You ……………….. sleep early so you can wake up early.
(a) should (b) might (c) will (d) need

6. He ……………….. run very fast. He wins competitions easily.
(a) would (b) can (c) shall (d) may

I. Fill in the blanks with present perfect tense by choosing the right option from the words given in the brackets :

(a)________ you _________ (see) that movie many times?

(b) People __________________ (travel) to the Moon.

(c) He ___________________ (never/travel) by train.

(d) Doctors _______________ (cure) many deadly diseases.

(e) The army _______________ (attack) that city five times.

II. Fill in the blanks with present perfect continuous tense by choosing the right option from the words given in the brackets :

a) He __________________ (water) the plants for two hours.

(b) I _____________________ (study) since 3 O’clock.

(c) He __________________ (play) football for a long time.

(d) I __________________ (study) for 3 hours.

III.. Combine the following sentences using the conjunctions given in the box

(a) I like tea. I like coffee.

(b) He reads magazines. He doesn't like to read books.

(c) She goes to the tennis club. She likes to play tennis.

(d) Susan went into the park. She had a ride on the swing.

I. Rewrite the sentences below by correcting the order of adjectives:

Question 1. There was a rectangular large wooden beautiful table in the room.
Answer: There was a beautiful, large, rectangular wooden table in the room.
In simple words: Adjectives follow a specific order (opinion, size, shape, condition, age, colour, origin, material, purpose).

Exam Tip: Remember the general sequence: opinion comes before size, shape, material, etc.

Question 2. He put on a warm winter tweed coat.
Answer: He put on a warm tweed winter coat.
In simple words: Material (tweed) comes closer to the noun than general descriptions like warm.

Exam Tip: Material and purpose nouns usually sit right before the main noun.

Question 3. The man was carrying a small metal black box.
Answer: The man was carrying a small, black metal box.
In simple words: Size (small) comes before colour (black), and colour comes before material (metal).

Exam Tip: Follow the rule: Size - Shape - Age - Colour - Origin - Material.

Question 4. My brother lives in a white big house.
Answer: My brother lives in a big, white house.
In simple words: Size (big) must be placed before colour (white).

Exam Tip: Size adjectives always precede colour adjectives.

Question 5. He is watching a Russian new film.
Answer: He is watching a new Russian film.
In simple words: Age (new) comes before origin (Russian).

Exam Tip: Nationality or origin adjectives are placed closer to the noun than age adjectives.

II. Put these adjectives in the right order:

Question 1. a silk blue dress
Answer: a blue silk dress
In simple words: Colour comes before material.

Exam Tip: Colour adjectives precede material adjectives.

Question 2. a plastic small black bag
Answer: a small, black plastic bag
In simple words: Size comes first, then colour, then material.

Exam Tip: Order: Size (small) -> Colour (black) -> Material (plastic).

Question 3. a leather large comfortable armchair
Answer: a comfortable, large leather armchair
In simple words: Opinion (comfortable) comes first, followed by size (large) and material (leather).

Exam Tip: Opinion adjectives always lead the sequence.

Question 4. a French delicious meal
Answer: a delicious French meal
In simple words: Opinion (delicious) comes before origin (French).

Question 5. a red American huge automobile
Answer: a huge, red American automobile
In simple words: Size (huge) comes before colour (red), which comes before origin (American).

Exam Tip: Size -> Colour -> Origin.

III. Fill in the blanks using negative prefixes of the words given below:

Question 1. A person who is dishonest cheats others. (honest)
Answer: dishonest
In simple words: Add the prefix 'dis-' to 'honest' to make its negative form.

Exam Tip: 'dis-' is commonly used with words like honest, obey, and agree.

Question 2. He is too impatient to wait in queues. (patient)
Answer: impatient
In simple words: The prefix 'im-' is used before words starting with 'p'.

Exam Tip: Use 'im-' for adjectives starting with p, b, or m.

Question 3. It is illegal to drive through a red light. (legal)
Answer: illegal
In simple words: Add 'il-' before words starting with 'l'.

Exam Tip: Words starting with 'l' take the negative prefix 'il-'.

Question 4. He is an irresponsible young man. (responsible)
Answer: irresponsible
In simple words: Add 'ir-' before words starting with 'r'.

Exam Tip: Words starting with 'r' take the negative prefix 'ir-'.

Question 5. Lara was inconsolable after her pet died. (consolable)
Answer: inconsolable
In simple words: Add the prefix 'in-' to form the negative.

Exam Tip: 'in-' is a standard negative prefix for many adjectives.

IV. Write the negative adjectives for the following definitions:

Question 1. inedible means cannot be eaten.
Answer: inedible
In simple words: Something unfit for eating is inedible.

Exam Tip: Use prefix 'in-' with 'edible'.

Question 2. disloyal means not being loyal.
Answer: disloyal
In simple words: Lack of loyalty is described as disloyal.

Exam Tip: Use prefix 'dis-' with 'loyal'.

Question 3. illiterate means unable to read or write.
Answer: illiterate
In simple words: Lacking reading and writing skills is being illiterate.

Exam Tip: Use prefix 'il-' with 'literate'.

Question 4. irreplaceable means cannot be replaced, if lost or damaged.
Answer: irreplaceable
In simple words: Something too valuable to replace is irreplaceable.

Exam Tip: Use prefix 'ir-' with 'replaceable'.

Question 5. impartial means not favouring one side or person.
Answer: impartial
In simple words: Being fair and unbiased means being impartial.

Exam Tip: Use prefix 'im-' with 'partial'.

Question 6. unbreakable means cannot be broken.
Answer: unbreakable
In simple words: Sturdy items that do not break are unbreakable.

Exam Tip: Use prefix 'un-' with 'breakable'.

V. Add suitable prefixes to the following words:

Question 1. grateful - ungrateful
Answer: ungrateful
In simple words: Add 'un-' to form the opposite.

Exam Tip: Common prefix for this group is 'un-'.

Question 2. sensitive - insensitive
Answer: insensitive
In simple words: Add 'in-' to form the opposite.

Exam Tip: Use 'in-' for sensitive.

Question 3. efficient - inefficient
Answer: inefficient
In simple words: Add 'in-' to form the opposite.

Exam Tip: Use 'in-' for efficient.

Question 4. mature - immature
Answer: immature
In simple words: Add 'im-' before 'mature'.

Exam Tip: Use 'im-' before 'm'.

Question 5. mortal - immortal
Answer: immortal
In simple words: Add 'im-' before 'mortal'.

Exam Tip: Use 'im-' before 'm'.

Question 6. perfect - imperfect
Answer: imperfect
In simple words: Add 'im-' before 'perfect'.

Exam Tip: Use 'im-' before 'p'.

Question 7. proper - improper
Answer: improper
In simple words: Add 'im-' before 'proper'.

Exam Tip: Use 'im-' before 'p'.

Question 8. stoppable - unstoppable
Answer: unstoppable
In simple words: Add 'un-' before 'stoppable'.

Exam Tip: Use 'un-' for stoppable.

Question 9. forgettable - unforgettable
Answer: unforgettable
In simple words: Add 'un-' before 'forgettable'.

Exam Tip: Use 'un-' for forgettable.

Question 10. legible - illegible
Answer: illegible
In simple words: Add 'il-' before 'legible'.

Exam Tip: Use 'il-' before words starting with 'l'.

VI. Complete the following sentences with a suitable compound adjective each from the box below: bulletproof, suntanned, record-breaking, duty-free, world-famous

Question 1. Cristiano Ronaldo is a world-famous football player.
Answer: world-famous
In simple words: Ronaldo is known globally, making him world-famous.

Exam Tip: Match compound adjectives based on context and meaning.

Question 2. The athlete's record-breaking performance won him the gold medal.
Answer: record-breaking
In simple words: Winning a gold medal implies breaking records.

Exam Tip: Link achievements with 'record-breaking'.

Question 3. Martin was a suntanned young man.
Answer: suntanned
In simple words: Skin darkened by the sun is suntanned.

Exam Tip: Describes skin tone from sun exposure.

Question 4. There were so many duty-free goods in the airport shop that we just don't know where to begin.
Answer: duty-free
In simple words: Airport shops typically sell tax-free or duty-free goods.

Exam Tip: Airport context strongly suggests 'duty-free'.

VII. Write answers to these questions using the adverbial phrases of frequency:

Question 1. How often do you visit friends?
Answer: I visit my friends once a week.
In simple words: State how regularly you meet your friends using frequency expressions.

Exam Tip: Use phrases like 'once a week' or 'every weekend'.

Question 2. How often do you watch TV?
Answer: I watch TV every day.
In simple words: State your daily or regular TV viewing habits.

Question 3. How often do you read story books?
Answer: I read story books twice a week.
In simple words: State how often you engage in reading books.

Exam Tip: Use time expressions correctly.

Question 4. How many times do you exercise in a day?
Answer: I exercise once a day.
In simple words: Specify your daily exercise frequency.

Exam Tip: Answer directly using frequency metrics.

VIII. Complete the sentences with the words and expressions below: (twice a week, never, always, three times a week)

Question 1. Sam plays football seven days a week. He always plays football.
Answer: always
In simple words: Doing something every day means you always do it.

Exam Tip: 'Seven days a week' equals 'always'.

Question 2. Laura plays tennis on Tuesday and Thursday. She plays tennis twice a week.
Answer: twice a week
In simple words: Doing an activity on two specific days means twice a week.

Exam Tip: Tuesday and Thursday = 2 days = twice a week.

Question 3. John normally travels three times a week. He has to pick up some materials on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.
Answer: three times a week
In simple words: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday make three trips per week.

Exam Tip: Count the days mentioned to determine frequency.

Question 4. Tom hates cricket. He never plays cricket.
Answer: never
In simple words: Hating a sport means you do not play it at all.

Exam Tip: 'Hates' implies 'never'.

IX. You are asking somebody questions about things he/she has done. Make questions from the words in brackets using 'ever' and 'the present perfect':

Question 1. (ride / horse?)
Answer: Have you ever ridden a horse?
In simple words: Form a present perfect question using 'Have you ever' and the past participle.

Exam Tip: Structure: Have + subject + ever + past participle?

Question 2. (bake / bread?)
Answer: Have you ever baked bread?
In simple words: Ask about past baking experiences.

Exam Tip: Use past participle 'baked'.

Question 3. (run / marathon?)
Answer: Have you ever run a marathon?
In simple words: Ask if they have participated in a long-distance race.

Exam Tip: Use past participle 'run'.

Question 4. (be / Canada?)
Answer: Have you ever been to Canada?
In simple words: Ask about visiting Canada.

Exam Tip: Use 'been to' for visiting a place.

Question 5. (climb / mountain?)
Answer: Have you ever climbed a mountain?
In simple words: Ask about mountain climbing.

Exam Tip: Use past participle 'climbed'.

Question 6. (win / competition?)
Answer: Have you ever won a competition?
In simple words: Ask about winning a contest.

Exam Tip: Use past participle 'won'.

X. Use the correct reflexive pronouns to complete the following sentences:

Question 1. He was tired out but he forced himself to go on.
Answer: himself
In simple words: The pronoun 'he' matches with 'himself'.

Exam Tip: Reflexive pronoun for 'he' is 'himself'.

Question 2. I don't want you to pay for me. I'll pay for myself.
Answer: myself
In simple words: The pronoun 'I' matches with 'myself'.

Exam Tip: Reflexive pronoun for 'I' is 'myself'.

Question 3. They had a great time. They really enjoyed themselves.
Answer: themselves
In simple words: The pronoun 'they' matches with 'themselves'.

Exam Tip: Reflexive pronoun for 'they' is 'themselves'.

Question 4. Be careful! That pan is very hot. Don't burn yourself.
Answer: yourself
In simple words: Addressing someone directly uses 'yourself'.

Exam Tip: Reflexive pronoun for 'you' (singular) is 'yourself'.

Question 5. Don't worry about Tom and me. We can look after ourselves.
Answer: ourselves
In simple words: The pronoun 'we' matches with 'ourselves'.

Exam Tip: Reflexive pronoun for 'we' is 'ourselves'.

XI. Complete the following using How far? / very far / near / very near etc:

Question 1. John: How far is Dammam Airport from here?
Answer: How far
In simple words: Use 'How far' to ask about distance.

Exam Tip: Asking for distance starts with 'How far'.

Question 2. Michael: It's not very far. It's about 50 km from here.
Answer: very far
In simple words: 50 km is described as not very far in relative travel terms.

Exam Tip: Match distance descriptions with given numerical values.

Question 3. Sam: How far is Riyadh from here?
Answer: How far
In simple words: Inquiry about distance to another city.

Exam Tip: Use 'How far' for city-to-city distance questions.

Question 4. Peter: Very far. We have to cover a long distance to reach Riyadh.
Answer: Very far
In simple words: A long distance implies it is very far.

Exam Tip: Use 'Very far' when covering extensive distance.

XII. Insert a colon in each sentence:

Question 1. The following are the things we shall need: a flask of coffee, some biscuits and some fruits.
Answer: The following are the things we shall need: a flask of coffee, some biscuits and some fruits.
In simple words: Place a colon before introducing a list.

Exam Tip: Colons are used to introduce lists or explanations.

Question 2. The explanation he gave was this: he had not properly understood the instructions.
Answer: The explanation he gave was this: he had not properly understood the instructions.
In simple words: Use a colon before elaborating on a statement.

Question 3. There are many punctuation marks: comma, exclamation, dash, and others.
Answer: There are many punctuation marks: comma, exclamation, dash, and others.
In simple words: Introduce specific examples using a colon.

Exam Tip: Colons introduce items directly related to the preceding clause.

XIII. Add punctuation marks:

Question 1. The doctor said to the patient, "You are quite healthy now."
Answer: The doctor said to the patient, "You are quite healthy now."
In simple words: Add quotation marks and a full stop for direct speech.

Exam Tip: Direct speech requires commas and quotation marks.

Question 2. It's a fine idea; let's hope its going to work.
Answer: It's a fine idea; let's hope it's going to work.
In simple words: Correct apostrophes and use a semicolon to join related clauses.

Exam Tip: Ensure correct use of apostrophes for contractions.

Question 3. My brother, who is in Delhi, is a journalist.
Answer: My brother, who is in Delhi, is a journalist.
In simple words: Enclose the relative clause within commas.

Exam Tip: Non-defining relative clauses need commas on both sides.

Question 4. "Take rest for a while," he said to his friend.
Answer: "Take rest for a while," he said to his friend.
In simple words: Punctuate direct speech with quotation marks and a comma.

Exam Tip: Place commas inside quotation marks for dialogue.

Question 5. He said to his son, "Do not waste money."
Answer: He said to his son, "Do not waste money."
In simple words: Use quotation marks for direct commands.

Exam Tip: Capitalize the first word inside quotation marks for direct speech.

XIV. Complete each sentence by choosing the correct sound words from the box given below: Rumble, clang, rustle, thud, clatter

Question 1. The dishes clattered in the kitchen while she cleaned up after dinner.
Answer: clattered
In simple words: Dishes make a clattering sound when handled.

Exam Tip: Match sound words to objects (dishes = clatter).

Question 2. The book dropped onto the floor with a loud thud.
Answer: thud
In simple words: Heavy objects hitting the ground produce a thud.

Exam Tip: Dropping heavy items creates a 'thud'.

Question 3. The clang of pots and pans awoke the baby.
Answer: clang
In simple words: Metal utensils crashing together produce a clang.

Exam Tip: Metal objects make a 'clang' sound.

Question 4. When the wind blew the leaves rustled.
Answer: rustled
In simple words: Leaves moving in the wind make a rustling sound.

Exam Tip: Leaves and paper make a 'rustle'.

Question 5. The earthquake rumbled the foundation of our house.
Answer: rumbled
In simple words: Earthquakes produce a deep rumble.

Exam Tip: Ground movement causes a 'rumble'.

XV. Fill in the blanks in the following sentences with most suitable words from the list below: (association, relationship, link, tie, relation, partnership)

Question 1. Rohan knew how strong the relation was between the brothers.
Answer: relation (or relationship)
In simple words: Family connections are described as relations or relationships.

Exam Tip: Use 'relation' for family connections.

Question 2. He entered into business partnership with his best friend.
Answer: partnership
In simple words: Doing business together is a partnership.

Exam Tip: Business ventures typically form a 'partnership'.

Question 3. Mom is always busy at school doing something with the Parent Teacher Association.
Answer: Association
In simple words: Parent Teacher groups are called associations.

Exam Tip: Recognized institutional groups use 'association'.

XVI. Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions given below:

Question 1. At what shop did John and his mother first call?
Answer: John and his mother first called at the greengrocer's shop.
In simple words: Their first stop was the greengrocer's store.

Exam Tip: Locate the first stop mentioned in the opening lines.

Question 2. What was John doing while his mother was buying fruit?
Answer: While his mother was buying fruit, John looked longingly at a box containing lovely red cherries.
In simple words: John stared longingly at the box of cherries.

Exam Tip: Read carefully to track characters' actions simultaneously.

Question 3. What did the greengrocer tell John to do?
Answer: The greengrocer told John to help himself to a handful of cherries.
In simple words: He invited John to take a handful.

Exam Tip: Direct quotes in text reveal spoken instructions.

Question 4. What did the greengrocer do when he saw John was so shy?
Answer: When the greengrocer saw that John was too shy to help himself, he went to the box and gave John a large handful.
In simple words: He walked over and handed John a large handful of cherries himself.

Exam Tip: Follow the narrative sequence of events.

Question 5. What was John's reply to his mother's question?
Answer: John replied to his mother, "Well, you see Mummy, his hand is twice as big as mine."
In simple words: John explained that the greengrocer's hand was twice the size of his own.

Exam Tip: Quote exact dialogue to ensure accuracy.

XVII. Read the following poem carefully and answer the questions that follow:

Question 1. What did the poet hear?
Answer: The poet heard the springtime come across the winter snow, an icy brook beginning to flow, a running wind, and a chirping song.
In simple words: The poet heard the sounds of approaching spring, melting brooks, and wind.

Exam Tip: Scan the poem for sensory words related to hearing.

Question 2. Where did he hear it?
Answer: He heard it across the winter snow, in an icy brook, in a running wind, and in a chirping song.
In simple words: He heard these sounds in nature during the transition from winter to spring.

Exam Tip: Extract locations and imagery mentioned in the stanzas.

Question 3. Who do you think made a chirping song?
Answer: A little bird or insect welcoming the spring season likely made the chirping song.
In simple words: A bird made the chirping sound.

Exam Tip: Use logical deduction based on natural imagery.

Question 4. Give a suitable title to this poem.
Answer: A suitable title for the poem is "The Arrival of Spring" or "Sounds of Spring".
In simple words: The title reflects the transition from winter to spring.

XIX. Change the degree of comparison, without changing the meaning. The first one has been done as an example:

Question 1. Kolkata is the largest town in India.
Answer: Kolkata is larger than any other town in India. (Comparative)
No other town in India is as large as Kolkata. (Positive)
In simple words: Convert superlative to comparative and positive degrees.

Exam Tip: Practice converting between all three degrees of adjectives.

Question 2. Iron is the most useful metal.
Answer: Comparative: Iron is more useful than any other metal.
Positive: No other metal is as useful as iron.
In simple words: Express the same fact using comparative and positive forms.

Exam Tip: Use 'more useful than any other' for comparative.

Question 3. Asoka was the greatest of Kings.
Answer: Comparative: Asoka was greater than any other king.
Positive: No other king was as great as Asoka.
In simple words: Rewrite without altering the core meaning.

Exam Tip: Positive degree starts with 'No other king'.

Question 4. Rajdhani is the fastest train in India.
Answer: Comparative: Rajdhani is faster than any other train in India.
Positive: No other train in India is as fast as Rajdhani.
In simple words: Change superlative to comparative and positive.

Exam Tip: Maintain exact tense and object references.

Question 5. No other boy in the class is as clever as Raman.
Answer: Comparative: Raman is cleverer than any other boy in the class.
Superlative: Raman is the cleverest boy in the class.
In simple words: Convert positive to comparative and superlative.

Exam Tip: Positive starting with 'No other' becomes superlative.

Question 6. Australia is the largest island in the world.
Answer: Comparative: Australia is larger than any other island in the world.
Positive: No other island in the world is as large as Australia.
In simple words: Rewrite in comparative and positive forms.

Exam Tip: Keep geographical facts intact.

Question 7. Public is the best judge.
Answer: Comparative: Public is better than any other judge.
Positive: No other judge is as good as the public.
In simple words: Change superlative to other degrees.

Exam Tip: Use irregular forms like good-better-best.

XX. Rewrite as directed:

Question 1. Tolstoy is the greatest novelist in the world. (change in comparative degree)
Answer: Tolstoy is greater than any other novelist in the world.
In simple words: Use 'greater than any other' for comparative.

Exam Tip: Superlative 'greatest' changes to 'greater than any other'.

Question 2. He is far more interested in games than in studies. (change into positive degree)
Answer: He is not as interested in studies as he is in games.
In simple words: Reverse the comparison using 'as... as' or 'not as... as'.

Question 3. This is the best Christmas gift I ever had. (use better)
Answer: I never had a better Christmas gift than this.
In simple words: Express superlative meaning using the comparative word 'better'.

Exam Tip: Substitute superlative with comparative structure.

Question 4. Rani is wiser than other girls in the class. (change into positive degree)
Answer: No other girl in the class is as wise as Rani.
In simple words: Start positive sentence with 'No other'.

Exam Tip: Comparative with 'than other' becomes positive with 'No other'.

Question 5. Gold is costlier than any other metal. (change into positive degree)
Answer: No other metal is as costly as gold.
In simple words: Use 'No other' to convert comparative to positive.

Exam Tip: 'Costlier than any other' converts to 'as costly as'.

Question 6. Akbar was the wisest of all the Moghal Emperors. (change into comparative degree)
Answer: Akbar was wiser than any other Moghal Emperor.
In simple words: Use 'wiser than any other' for comparative.

Exam Tip: 'Wisest of all' changes to 'wiser than any other'.

Question 7. Tom is the youngest of all my children. (use younger)
Answer: Tom is younger than any of my other children.
In simple words: Rewrite using the comparative adjective 'younger'.

Exam Tip: Convert superlative to comparative using 'younger than'.

Question 8. This is the most interesting book I have read. (change into comparative degree)
Answer: This book is more interesting than any other book I have read.
In simple words: Change 'most interesting' to 'more interesting than any other'.

Exam Tip: Use 'more ... than any other' for comparative.

Question 9. Rahul is the tallest boy in the class. (change into positive degree)
Answer: No other boy in the class is as tall as Rahul.
In simple words: Use 'No other' for the positive degree.

Exam Tip: Superlative converts to positive via 'No other'.

Question 10. Nothing else travels as fast as light. (change into superlative degree)
Answer: Light travels the fastest of all things.
In simple words: Convert positive equality to superlative.

Question 1. Helen was the most beautiful woman in Greece. (beautiful)
Answer: most beautiful
In simple words: Use superlative form for comparing one against all.

Exam Tip: Use 'most' for adjectives with three or more syllables in superlative.

Question 2. Rani took the biggest half of the apple. (big)
Answer: biggest
In simple words: Use superlative form 'biggest'.

Exam Tip: Double the final consonant before adding '-est'.

Question 3. Her handwriting is worse than Arun's. (bad)
Answer: worse
In simple words: Comparative form of 'bad' is 'worse'.

Exam Tip: 'Bad' has an irregular comparative: worse - worst.

Question 4. John is more intelligent than Sam. (intelligent)
Answer: more intelligent
In simple words: Comparative of long adjectives uses 'more'.

Exam Tip: Use 'more' for comparative forms of multi-syllable adjectives.

Question 5. It's hotter today, isn't it? (hot)
Answer: hotter
In simple words: Comparative form of 'hot' is 'hotter'.

Exam Tip: Double the 't' when adding '-er'.

Question 6. A wise enemy is better than a foolish friend. (good)
Answer: better
In simple words: Comparative form of 'good' is 'better'.

Question 7. That is the least price I can take. (less)
Answer: least
In simple words: Superlative form of 'less' is 'least'.

Exam Tip: Use superlative 'least' with definite article 'the'.

Question 8. Every dark cloud has a silver lining. (dark)
Answer: dark
In simple words: Use the positive degree adjective 'dark'.

Question 1. I have decided to give up smoking.
Answer: give
In simple words: 'Give up' means to stop doing a habit.

Exam Tip: Phrasal verb collocation: give up.

Question 2. I'll be late back. I'm going to do the shopping.
Answer: do
In simple words: The correct collocation for shopping is 'do the shopping'.

Exam Tip: Use 'do' with chores and shopping.

Question 3. Sometimes to get a ahead in the world, you have to be willing to take a chance.
Answer: take
In simple words: Taking risks is collocated as 'take a chance'.

Exam Tip: Collocation: take a chance.

Question 4. I wish I had the guts to skydive, but I'm too afraid.
Answer: had
In simple words: Having courage is expressed as 'have the guts'.

Exam Tip: Collocation: have the guts.

Question 5. The little kids had a lot of fun at the fair the other day.
Answer: had
Answer: had
In simple words: Enjoying oneself is expressed as 'have fun'.

Exam Tip: Collocation: have fun.

Question 6. Is there anywhere I could make a phone call?
Answer: make
In simple words: Placing a call is collocated as 'make a phone call'.

Exam Tip: Collocation: make a phone call.

XXIII. Fill in the blanks using must/must not:

Question 1. You must not stand under the hot sun.
Answer: must not
In simple words: Advising against standing in extreme heat requires 'must not'.

Exam Tip: Use 'must not' for prohibitions.

Question 2. You must wear woolen clothes during winter season.
Answer: must
In simple words: A necessary action in winter requires 'must'.

Exam Tip: Use 'must' for strong recommendations and obligations.

Question 3. You must not make noise in the library.
Answer: must not
In simple words: Libraries prohibit noise, so use 'must not'.

Exam Tip: Rules and prohibitions take 'must not'.

Question 4. You must buy a ticket before you enter the cinema hall.
Answer: must
In simple words: Mandatory entry requirements take 'must'.

Exam Tip: Obligatory actions use 'must'.

Question 5. You must not tease animals.
Answer: must not
In simple words: Harmful actions are prohibited with 'must not'.

Exam Tip: Prohibitions take 'must not'.

XXIV. Select the correct answer and fill in the blanks: (Should/ought to)

Question 1. You should improve your spelling.
Answer: should (or ought to)
In simple words: Giving advice uses 'should' or 'ought to'.

Exam Tip: 'Should' and 'ought to' are often interchangeable for advice.

Question 2. The price ought to come down soon.
Answer: ought to (or should)
In simple words: Expressing expectation uses 'ought to' or 'should'.

Exam Tip: Use 'ought to' for strong probabilities.

Question 3. You ought to report the matter to the police.
Answer: ought to (or should)
In simple words: Moral obligation is expressed with 'ought to'.

Exam Tip: 'Ought to' emphasizes moral duty.

Question 4. We should send her invitation.
Answer: should (or ought to)
In simple words: Suggestions take 'should'.

Exam Tip: Use 'should' for friendly recommendations.

Question 5. Test papers should be submitted before 12 noon.
Answer: should
In simple words: Deadlines and instructions are given using 'should'.

Exam Tip: Official guidelines use 'should'.

XXV. Complete the following sentences giving proper reasons using "because":

Question 1. He ran to the station because he was getting late.
Answer: because he was getting late.
In simple words: Provide a logical reason using 'because'.

Exam Tip: Complete clauses introduced by 'because' must show cause.

Question 2. We didn't go out because it was raining heavily.
Answer: because it was raining heavily.
In simple words: Bad weather explains staying indoors.

Exam Tip: Link action and cause with 'because'.

Question 3. I am studying hard because my exams are approaching.
Answer: because my exams are approaching.
In simple words: Upcoming exams motivate hard work.

Exam Tip: Ensure subject-verb agreement in the dependent clause.

Question 4. Rita was unable to buy the books because she forgot her wallet.
Answer: because she forgot her wallet.
In simple words: Lack of money or wallet prevented the purchase.

Exam Tip: Connect the problem directly to the cause.

Question 5. Sam was very unhappy because he lost his favorite toy.
Answer: because he lost his favorite toy.
In simple words: Losing something valued causes unhappiness.

Exam Tip: Provide emotionally logical explanations.

XXVI. Match the words with their meanings:

Question 1. Parable - A short story that teaches a moral lesson
Answer: A short story that teaches a moral lesson
In simple words: Parables are illustrative moral stories.

Exam Tip: Match literary terms with accurate definitions.

Question 2. Fable - A traditional story with animals as characters
Answer: A traditional story with animals as characters
In simple words: Fables feature animal characters with morals.

Exam Tip: Fables = animal characters.

Question 3. Narrative - A description of events, in a novel
Answer: A description of events, in a novel
In simple words: Narratives recount a series of events.

Exam Tip: Narrative = story telling / event sequence.

Question 4. Anecdote - A short, interesting or amusing story about a real person or event
Answer: A short, interesting or amusing story about a real person or event
In simple words: Anecdotes are brief, real-life stories.

Exam Tip: Anecdote = short real-life account.

Question 5. Legend - A story from ancient times that may or may not be true
Answer: A story from ancient times that may or may not be true
In simple words: Legends are traditional historical tales.

Exam Tip: Legend = traditional ancient tale.

Question 6. Yarn - A long story, that is exaggerated or invented
Answer: A long story, that is exaggerated or invented
In simple words: A yarn is an exaggerated tall tale.

Exam Tip: Yarn = tall, exaggerated story.

XXVII. Give meanings for the following idiomatic expressions:

Question 1. Trouble shared is trouble halved.
Answer: When you talk about your problems with someone else, they become easier to bear.
In simple words: Sharing burdens reduces stress.

Exam Tip: Explain the moral implication of idioms clearly.

Question 2. Look before you leap.
Answer: Think carefully about the consequences before taking action.
In simple words: Consider risks before acting.

Exam Tip: Idiom emphasizes caution and foresight.

Question 3. Don't judge a book by its cover.
Answer: Do not judge someone or something solely by outward appearance.
In simple words: Appearances can be deceptive.

Exam Tip: Core meaning: internal value differs from external appearance.

XXVIII. Complete the sentences using the suitable phrasal verbs: (turn around, turn over, turn back, turn out, turn off)

Question 1. Turn off the lights automatically. (or: All the lights turned off automatically.)
Answer: turned off
In simple words: Shutting off appliances uses 'turn off'.

Exam Tip: Match phrasal verbs with electrical switches and appliances.

Question 2. They turned over the unconscious patient.
Answer: turned over
In simple words: Flipping someone from one side to another is 'turn over'.

Question 3. We turned back at the last minute.
Answer: turned back
In simple words: Returning from where you came is 'turn back'.

Exam Tip: Phrasal verb: turn back.

Question 4. The party did not turn out well.
Answer: turn out
In simple words: The final result of an event is how it 'turns out'.

Exam Tip: Phrasal verb: turn out (result).

XXIX. Proverbs and their meanings refer Work book, page number 55.

Question 1. [Reference exercise from workbook]
Answer: Students should refer to page 55 of their workbook for proverbs and their explanations.
In simple words: Consult the textbook reference page.

Exam Tip: Follow textbook reference notes when provided.

XXX. Use simple present or present continuous tense of the verbs given in brackets to complete the sentences below:

Question 1. The teacher writes on the blackboard every day. He is writing on it now. (write)
Answer: writes, is writing
In simple words: Regular actions use simple present; ongoing actions use present continuous.

Exam Tip: 'Every day' = simple present; 'now' = present continuous.

Question 2. Mr. Ron smokes too much. He is smoking a cigarette now. (smoke)
Answer: smokes, is smoking
In simple words: Habits use simple present; current actions use present continuous.

Exam Tip: Distinguish between habitual actions and current actions.

Question 3. She usually sits at this desk. She is sitting at the desk now. (sit)
Answer: sits, is sitting
In simple words: 'Usually' indicates simple present; 'now' indicates present continuous.

Exam Tip: Look for time adverbs like 'usually' and 'now'.

XXXI. Use simple past or past continuous to fill the blanks:

Question 1. When we arrived, they were having lunch. (arrive / have)
Answer: arrived, were having
In simple words: An ongoing action in the past is interrupted by a short action.

Exam Tip: Interrupted actions use past continuous for the ongoing action and simple past for the interruption.

Question 2. He studied maths last night. (study)
Answer: studied
In simple words: Completed past actions use simple past.

Exam Tip: 'Last night' indicates simple past tense.

Question 3. Large crowds were waiting at the station when the Prime Minister arrived. (wait / arrive)
Answer: were waiting, arrived
In simple words: The crowd was already waiting when the arrival happened.

Exam Tip: Use past continuous for background action and simple past for the main event.

Question 4. He spoke well yesterday. (speak)
Answer: spoke
In simple words: Past completed action uses simple past.

Exam Tip: 'Yesterday' requires simple past.

Question 5. I was having a bath when the telephone rang. (have / ring)
Answer: was having, rang
In simple words: The bath was in progress when the phone rang.

Question 1. The river flows under the bridge. (present continuous)
Answer: The river is flowing under the bridge.
In simple words: Change simple present to present continuous using 'is flowing'.

Exam Tip: Structure: subject + is/am/are + verb-ing.

Question 2. It has been raining all night. (present perfect)
Answer: It has rained all night. (or keep present perfect continuous as given)
In simple words: Present perfect uses 'has/have + past participle'.

Exam Tip: Convert continuous state to simple present perfect if needed.

Question 3. He is singing very well. (simple present)
Answer: He sings very well.
In simple words: Change present continuous to simple present.

Exam Tip: Use base verb with '-s' for third-person singular in simple present.

Question 4. She slept all day. (present perfect continuous)
Answer: She has been sleeping all day.
In simple words: Use 'has been sleeping' for present perfect continuous.

Exam Tip: Structure: has/have + been + verb-ing.

Question 5. We listened to the radio all evening. (past continuous)
Answer: We were listening to the radio all evening.
In simple words: Use 'were listening' for past continuous.

Exam Tip: Structure: was/were + verb-ing.

Question 6. It was getting darker. (simple past)
Answer: It got darker.
In simple words: Change past continuous to simple past 'got'.

Exam Tip: Use past form of the verb.

Question 7. I wrote the letter before he arrived. (past perfect)
Answer: I had written the letter before he arrived.
In simple words: Use 'had written' for past perfect.

Exam Tip: Past perfect structure: had + past participle.

Question 8. They protested the whole day. (past perfect continuous)
Answer: They had been protesting the whole day.
In simple words: Use 'had been protesting' for past perfect continuous.

Exam Tip: Structure: had + been + verb-ing.

XXXIII. Write the meaning of the following "TURN" expressions:

Question 1. to do somebody a good turn
Answer: To do a helpful or kind act for someone.
In simple words: Helping someone out.

Exam Tip: Idiomatic expression meaning a helpful deed.

Question 2. in turns
Answer: Taking turns sequentially one after another.
In simple words: Alternating in a sequence.

Exam Tip: Means taking alternate turns.

Question 3. take turns
Answer: To alternate in doing something orderly.
In simple words: Sharing an activity sequentially.

Exam Tip: Collaborative sharing of tasks.

Question 4. the turn of the year or century
Answer: The time when one year or century ends and a new one begins.
Answer: The transition period into a new year or century.
In simple words: The exact change from one era to the next.

Exam Tip: Refers to temporal boundary crossing.

Question 5. wait your turn
Answer: Wait patiently until it is properly your time to do something.
In simple words: Do not jump the queue; wait patiently.

Exam Tip: Basic etiquette instruction.

XXXIV. Paragraph Writing

Question 1. Write a paragraph on a journey you made. Hints: where were you going? How long did the journey take? Was the weather hot or cold? Did you forget to take anything? How did you enjoy your journey?
Answer: Last summer vacation, my family and I planned a trip to the hill station of Shimla. The journey took us nearly eight hours by car from our hometown. Fortunately, the weather in the mountains was pleasantly cool and breezy, providing a welcome relief from the scorching plains. In our excitement, I nearly forgot to pack my woolen jacket, but my mother noticed it just in time before we stepped out. I thoroughly enjoyed the scenic winding roads, the lush green valleys, and the delicious snacks we had at roadside cafes along the way.
In simple words: Describe a memorable trip covering travel details, weather, and experiences.

Exam Tip: Address all given hints smoothly within a well-structured narrative paragraph.

Question 2. Write a paragraph on "My City". Hints: name of the city, places of interest there, kind of climate, love your city
Answer: I live in Bengaluru, a vibrant and bustling metropolis known widely as the Garden City of India. The city boasts wonderful places of interest such as Lalbagh Botanical Garden, Cubbon Park, and the magnificent Bengaluru Palace. The climate here is pleasant and moderate throughout the year, with cool breezes even during summer evenings. Bengaluru is famous for its parks, tech hubs, and friendly people. I deeply love my city because it offers a perfect blend of rich heritage, natural beauty, and modern development.
In simple words: Write about your city, climate, attractions, and why you cherish living there.

Exam Tip: Include descriptive adjectives and cover all bullet hints provided.

XXXV. Diary Entries and Dialogues

Question 1. You have won first prize in an essay-writing competition held in the school. Write a diary entry about how you feel.
Answer:
15th October 2023, Wednesday
9:00 PM
Dear Diary,
Today is one of the happiest days of my life! During our school assembly, the Principal announced the results of the inter-school essay-writing competition, and I won the first prize. When my name was called out, my heart leaped with joy as I walked up to the stage to receive the gleaming gold trophy and certificate. All my hard work, late-night reading, and practice have finally paid off. My parents and teachers are extremely proud of me. I will cherish this moment forever and strive to do even better in the future.
Rahul
In simple words: Express personal excitement and gratitude in diary format.

Exam Tip: Diary entries must include date, time, and emotional personal reflection.

Question 2. Imagine yourself as a caged-bird and describe your feelings in a diary.
Answer:
16th October 2023, Thursday
8:00 PM
Dear Diary,
Today as I sat behind these cold iron bars, my heart ached with sorrow. I watched my fellow birds soar high across the golden clouds, feeling the gentle wind beneath their wings. Yet, my wings are clipped, and my world is confined to this tiny wooden cage. Though I am fed with seeds and clean water every day, what use is food without freedom? I long to sing my songs in the open sky and build a nest in the tall oak tree. Freedom is the greatest gift of life, and imprisonment is a heavy burden.
A Sad Bird
In simple words: Write expressively from the perspective of a trapped bird longing for freedom.

Question 3. Write a dialogue between the good man and the king.
Answer:
King: Good citizen, I have heard tales of your remarkable honesty and kindness towards everyone in my kingdom. What is your secret?
Good Man: Your Majesty, there is no secret. I simply believe that treating every human being with respect and compassion is our primary duty on earth.
King: We need more noble men like you in our royal court. Would you accept the post of royal advisor?
Good Man: It is an honor, Sire, but my happiness lies among the ordinary people, helping them in their daily lives.
King: Your humility only proves your greatness further. You have my eternal gratitude.
In simple words: Create a polite and respectful conversation between a king and a virtuous man.

Exam Tip: Use formal dialogue tags and appropriate royal addressing terms.

Question 4. Write an imaginary dialogue between two boys about the approaching examination.
Answer:
Aman: Hey Rohan! Have you finished revising your mathematics syllabus for the upcoming final exams?
Rohan: Not yet, Aman! I am still struggling with geometry theorems. How about you?
Aman: I finished mathematics, but science is making me quite nervous, especially chemistry formulas.
Rohan: Don't worry! Let us form a study group this weekend and help each other out.
Aman: That is a brilliant idea! Together we can score top marks and beat the exam stress.
In simple words: Write a natural conversation between school friends discussing exam preparation.

Exam Tip: Keep dialogue natural, friendly, and relevant to student life.