RBSE Solutions Class 7 English Chapter 2 My Dream School

 

Question 1. Answer these questions briefly :
इन प्रश्नों के संक्षिप्त उत्तर दीजिए :
(i) Who is Janki Lal?
जानकी लाल कौन है?
Answer: Janki Lal is a mason by profession. A mason is a skilled worker who builds things with stone or brick.
In simple words: Janki Lal works as a builder with bricks and stones.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked about a person's identity, state their name and occupation clearly for full marks.

 

(ii) How many members are there in his family?
उसके परिवार में कितने सदस्य हैं?
Answer: There are four members in Janki Lal's family. A small family often shares responsibilities closely.
In simple words: Janki Lal's family has four people.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always provide a specific number if the question asks for "how many," then briefly state who they are if known.

 

(iii) What is the name of Janki Lal's wife?
जानकी लाल की पत्नी का क्या नाम है?
Answer: Janki Lal's wife is named Gauri. In many cultures, names are chosen with special meanings.
In simple words: His wife's name is Gauri.

🎯 Exam Tip: When answering about names, write the name clearly and correctly as it appears in the story.

 

(iv) Where do Janki Lal and Sugan go?
जानकी लाल और सुगन कहाँ जाते हैं?
Answer: Janki Lal and Sugan go to meet the village school teacher. They seek advice from the teacher about Vidya's schooling.
In simple words: They visit the school teacher in the village.

🎯 Exam Tip: Mention both the destination and the purpose of their visit if the information is available.

 

(v) What does Vidya want?
विद्या क्या चाहती है?
Answer: Vidya wants to go to school and study. Her strong desire for education is a central theme in the story.
In simple words: Vidya wishes to go to school to learn.

🎯 Exam Tip: State the character's desire clearly and concisely, focusing on their main goal.

 

Question 2. Answer these questions briefly:
(i) गौरी जानकी लाल से क्या कहती है?
Answer: गौरी जानकी लाल से कहती है कि उनकी बेटी विद्या स्कूल जाना चाहती है. यह बात उसने अपनी बेटी के सपनों को साकार करने की इच्छा से बताई.
In simple words: Gauri told Janki Lal that their daughter Vidya wants to go to school.

🎯 Exam Tip: When a question asks what a character says, present the message clearly and in simple terms, optionally adding the context.

 

(ii) What was Janki Lal's reply?
जानकी लाल का क्या उत्तर था?
Answer: Janki Lal replied that their earnings were low. He explained that sending Vidya to school would involve high expenses. He felt worried about the cost of education.
In simple words: Janki Lal said they earned little, and school costs a lot of money.

🎯 Exam Tip: Include the main point of the reply and the reason behind it to give a complete answer.

 

(iii) What did Manghu say to it?
इस पर मंघू ने क्या कहा?
Answer: Manghu said that he himself had not gone to school. He believed that only rich people could afford to send their children to school. This shows a common belief about education in poor communities.
In simple words: Manghu said he never went to school and that only rich families could send their kids.

🎯 Exam Tip: Note the speaker's personal experience or belief, especially if it reflects a broader social issue.

 

(iv) Why was Janki Lal worried?
जानकी लाल चिन्तित क्यों था?
Answer: Janki Lal was worried because he did not have enough money to send his daughter Vidya to school. The high cost of education was a major concern for him.
In simple words: Janki Lal worried because he lacked money for Vidya's schooling.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on the direct cause of the character's emotion and link it to the main conflict in the story.

 

(v) Why did Sugan take Janki Lal to Jagdishji?
सुगन जानकी लाल को जगदीश जी के पास क्यों ले गया?
Answer: Sugan took Janki Lal to Jagdishji to ask for advice about sending Vidya to school. Jagdishji was the village school teacher, known for his knowledge and helpful nature.
In simple words: Sugan took Janki Lal to Jagdishji to get advice on Vidya's school admission.

🎯 Exam Tip: Identify the person they visited and the specific reason for seeking their help.

 

Question 3. Answer these questions in 20-30 words each :
इनमें से प्रत्येक प्रश्न का उत्तर 20-30 शब्दों में दीजिए।
(ii) How was Vidya's dream fulfilled? विद्या का स्वप्न किस प्रकार पूरा हुआ?
Answer: The village school teacher informed Vidya's father about free education for children aged 6 to 14 years. He helped her get admission to a government school. This way, Vidya's dream of schooling came true.
In simple words: The teacher told Vidya's father about free schooling, and she got admitted to a government school, fulfilling her dream.

🎯 Exam Tip: When explaining how a dream was fulfilled, mention the key person who helped and the exact action that led to the fulfillment.

 

Activity II

 

Question 1. Fill in the blanks of the given sentences choosing words from the brackets : कोष्ठक में से शब्द चुनकर दिए हुए वाक्यों के रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति कीजिए।
(afford, desire, sufficient, relaxed, wages)
1. The carpenter did not continue his work because he was not paid his .......... regularly.
2. The poor couple could not new set of books for their daughter.
3. Swami Vivekananda had a strong .......... to regain the past glory of Bharat.
4. Janki Lal and Gauri felt ... send Vidya to school.
5. There was .......... petrol in my car to cover a distance of 22 kms.
Answer:
1. wages
2. afford
3. desire
4. relaxed
5. sufficient.
In simple words: Choose the best word from the list to complete each sentence. Each word fits a specific sentence to make it meaningful.

🎯 Exam Tip: Read each sentence carefully and try each option. The correct word will make the sentence logical and grammatically correct.

 

Question 2. Complete the following crossword puzzle :
(निम्नांकित शब्द पहेली को पूर्ण कीजिए)
Across : बाये से दांये :
1. A payment earned for work or service.
4. Ram .......... Laxman were brothers.
5. Weapons.
6. Hari worked hard .......... he became rich.
Down : ऊपर से नीचे :
1. Put on clothes.
2. .......... and sports keep us fit.
3. Make sure.
Answer:
Across:
1. Wages
4. and
5. Arms
6. so
Down:
1. Wear
2. Games
3. Ensure
In simple words: Solve the puzzle by finding words that fit the given hints across and down. The answers complete the crossword grid.

🎯 Exam Tip: Read each clue carefully. For 'Across' clues, the word goes horizontally, and for 'Down' clues, it goes vertically.

 

Activity III

 

Question 1. Change into indirect speech :
(i) Bhanu said to his brother, "Your friend is calling you".
Answer: Bhanu told his brother that his friend was calling him. When changing to indirect speech, pronouns and tenses often shift.
In simple words: Bhanu told his brother that his friend was calling him.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember to change pronouns (your to his) and adjust the tense if necessary (is calling to was calling) when converting to indirect speech.

 

(ii) Prakash said to Priya, "Are you willing to go on the picnic trip?"
Answer: Prakash asked Priya if she was willing to go on the picnic trip. When reporting a question, use 'asked' and 'if' or 'whether'.
In simple words: Prakash asked Priya if she wanted to go on the picnic trip.

🎯 Exam Tip: For yes/no questions in direct speech, use "if" or "whether" to introduce the reported question in indirect speech.

 

(iii) The conductor said to me, "I can't give you a new ticket.”
Answer: The conductor told me that he could not give me a new ticket. Modal verbs like 'can' change to 'could' in indirect speech.
In simple words: The conductor told me he could not give me a new ticket.

🎯 Exam Tip: Be sure to change the tense of verbs (can't to couldn't) and pronouns (I to he, you to me) to match the indirect speech context.

 

(iv) They said to the watchman, "You were absent yesterday.”
Answer: They told the watchman that he had been absent the previous day. Time expressions like 'yesterday' also change in indirect speech.
In simple words: They told the watchman he was absent the day before.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always change time expressions like "yesterday" to "the previous day" and "today" to "that day" in indirect speech.

 

Question. Vidya could fulfil her desire to go to a school. Work in pairs. Discuss it with your partner how Vidya would have felt there. Write her experiences in a paragraph form.
विद्या अपनी स्कूल जाने की इच्छा को पूरा कर सकी। जोड़ों में कार्य करो। अपने साथी से चर्चा करो कि वहाँ विद्या ने कैसा महसूस किया होगा। उसके अनुभवों को एक पैराग्राफ में लिखो।
Answer: Vidya had a strong wish to go to school. With the help of her father's friend, she got admission into a government school. She received free books and a free uniform. She was very happy seeing the school building and playground. She made many good friends who were kind and helpful. The teachers taught the children with love, making school a wonderful place for her. This fulfilled her dream completely.
In simple words: Vidya felt very happy in school. She got free books and uniform, made friends, and learned from loving teachers, making her dream come true.

🎯 Exam Tip: When describing a character's experience, include details about their feelings, what they received, and how others treated them to paint a complete picture.

 

Activity V

 

Question. Divide the class into four groups. Ask each group to prepare a list of the children from their locality who do not go to school. Also, they should mention the reasons of their not going to school.
कक्षा को चार समूह में बाँटो। प्रत्येक समूह से कहिये कि वह अपनी बस्ती में उन बच्चों की सूची बनाये जो स्कूल नहीं जाते हैं। उनके स्कूल न जाने के कारण भी बताओ
Answer: In my neighborhood, four children named Mohan, Sohan, Kush, and Rajesh do not attend school. Mohan and Kush are too lazy to go. Sohan cannot go because he helps his father at his tea stall. Rajesh works as a ragpicker, and his family is not interested in sending him to school. Many children from poorer families face such barriers to education.
In simple words: Mohan and Kush are lazy, Sohan works at a tea stall, and Rajesh is a ragpicker. Their families do not send them to school.

🎯 Exam Tip: Provide specific names and clear, distinct reasons for each child's absence from school to show a detailed understanding.

 

Question. Share the rules of RTE and KGBV with the parents of such children with the help of your teachers.
अपने शिक्षकों की सहायता से RTE और KGBV के नियमों को ऐसे बच्चों के माता-पिता के साथ साझा करें जो स्कूल नहीं जाते हैं।
Answer: RTE stands for 'Right to Education'. It ensures free education for all children aged 6 to 14 years across the country. KGBV means 'Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya', which are free residential schools designed to improve girls' literacy. These initiatives aim to make education accessible to all.
In simple words: RTE gives free education to all children aged 6-14. KGBV are free boarding schools for girls to help them get educated.

🎯 Exam Tip: Clearly define the full forms and main objectives of both RTE and KGBV to explain their importance and benefits.

 

Read the following passages and answer the questions that follow :
निम्न गद्यांशों को पढ़े और नीचे दिये गये प्रश्नों के उत्तर दें।

 

Question 1. What is not a big issue these days?
आजकल क्या चीज बड़ी बात नहीं है?
Answer: Getting admission in a school is not considered a big issue these days. This is mainly due to government policies ensuring access to education for children.
In simple words: Getting into a school is not a big problem anymore.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked what is "not a big issue," identify the specific point from the passage that is described as easy or common.

 

Question 2. What is the age limit for free admission to a government school?
किसी राजकीय स्कूल में प्रवेश पाने की आयु सीमा क्या है?
Answer: The age limit for free admission to a government school is from 6 to 14 years. This age range covers primary and upper primary education for children.
In simple words: Children from 6 to 14 years old can get free admission to government schools.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always state the exact age range mentioned in the passage for questions about limits or criteria.

 

Question 3. What do you mean by RTE ? Whose duty is it to provide free education to the children? RTE से आप क्या समझते हैं? मुफ्त शिक्षा उपलब्ध कराना किसकी जिम्मेदारी है?
Answer: RTE stands for "Right to Education". It is the government's duty to provide free education to every child up to Class VIII. This law makes sure all children have a chance to learn.
In simple words: RTE means "Right to Education". The government must give free education to all children up to Class 8.

🎯 Exam Tip: Provide both the full form and the core purpose of RTE, along with identifying the responsible authority, as asked in the question.

 

Question 4. Who was Vidya? What was her strong desire?
विद्या कौन थी? उसकी तीव्र इच्छा क्या थी?
Answer: Vidya was a young girl who deeply wished to go to school and study. Her desire for learning was very strong, motivating her father to seek help.
In simple words: Vidya was a girl who strongly wanted to go to school and learn.

🎯 Exam Tip: Clearly state who the character is and then articulate their main aspiration or desire as mentioned in the text.

 

Question 6. Write the word from the passage which is opposite to those.
Answer: The word from the passage that is opposite to 'those' is 'these'. These words are often used to point to things near or far.
In simple words: The opposite of 'those' from the passage is 'these'.

🎯 Exam Tip: When finding antonyms from a passage, ensure the chosen word directly contradicts the meaning of the given word and fits the context.

 

Question 1. What do the children get in government schools?
राजकीय स्कूलों में बच्चों को क्या मिलता है?
Answer: In government schools, children receive free education, free books, and a mid-day meal. These provisions help ensure that economic status does not prevent children from attending school.
In simple words: Children in government schools get free education, free books, and a free meal at noon.

🎯 Exam Tip: List all the benefits mentioned in the passage to fully answer what children receive in government schools.

 

Question 2. Who charge huge fee from the students?
छात्रों से बड़ा भारी शुल्क कौन वसूल करते हैं?
Answer: Private schools are the ones that charge a huge fee from students. This is often a concern for families with limited income who seek quality education.
In simple words: Private schools ask for a lot of money from students.

🎯 Exam Tip: Identify the specific type of institution or group mentioned in the passage that is responsible for the action in the question.

 

Question 3. What facility does the RTE provide to the poor and backward students ? RTE गरीब और पिछड़े छात्रों को क्या सुविधा देता है?
Answer: The RTE includes a rule that allows 25% of poor and backward students to get admission in private schools. The government pays their fees and other expenses. Additionally, KGBV residential schools are set up for girls' education. These measures aim to support underprivileged students.
In simple words: RTE helps poor students get into private schools for free, with the government covering costs. Also, special schools (KGBV) are there for girls.

🎯 Exam Tip: When listing facilities, ensure you include all relevant provisions mentioned for the specific group (poor and backward students) and any related programs like KGBV.

 

Question 5. Write the word from the passage which means 'pay'.
Answer: The word from the passage that means 'pay' is 'fee'. A fee is a payment made for a service or right.
In simple words: The word 'fee' means 'pay' in the passage.

🎯 Exam Tip: Look for direct synonyms in the passage that accurately convey the meaning of the given word.

 

Question 6. Write the word from the passage which is opposite to 'high'.
Answer: The word from the passage that is opposite to 'high' is 'low'. These adjectives describe varying levels or amounts.
In simple words: The opposite of 'high' in the passage is 'low'.

🎯 Exam Tip: Identify a word in the text that expresses the direct opposite meaning of the given adjective.

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