RBSE Solutions Class 8 English Chapter 11 My First Visit to Bank

Summary of the Lesson

This chapter describes a writer's confusion about how a bank operates. After getting a salary raise, he decided that a bank would be the best place to keep his extra money each month. When he went to open an account, the many windows at the bank confused him. He then went to the 'Accountant' window and asked to meet the manager, believing the manager would open his account.

The writer's unusual behavior made the manager think he was a C.I.D. officer or the son of a rich family like Tata or Birla. However, when the manager learned that the writer only planned to deposit Rs. 200 each month, he called the accountant to assist him. The accountant led the writer to the area where new accounts were opened. The writer had to complete several forms, which made him feel even more confused and nervous. After the account opening process was complete, the writer decided to withdraw some money and was directed to another person for this task.

In his confusion, the writer wrote the same amount on the cheque that he had just deposited into the account. The clerk at the window was very surprised, but the writer insisted on withdrawing the entire amount. The clerk was astonished and asked why he had opened an account in the first place. The clerk also asked what denominations the writer wanted for his money. When the money was handed to the writer, and he left the bank, he heard a loud burst of laughter from inside. After this experience, the writer never returned to the bank for any transactions, choosing to keep his money with himself instead.

पाठ का सार

यह पाठ लेखक की उस घबराहट के बारे में है जो उसे बैंक में घुसते ही सभी कामों को देखकर होती है। उसकी तनख्वाह बढ़ गई थी, इसलिए उसने सोचा कि बैंक से बेहतर कोई जगह नहीं होगी जहाँ वह अपना बढ़ा हुआ पैसा हर महीने सुरक्षित रख सके। वह बैंक में खाता खुलवाने गया, जहाँ इतनी सारी खिड़कियाँ देखकर वह घबरा गया। तब वह 'लेखाकार' वाली खिड़की पर जाकर प्रबंधक से मिलने की बात करता है। वह प्रबंधक से इसलिए मिलना चाहता था क्योंकि उसे लगता था कि वही उसका खाता खोलेंगे। लेखक के अजीब व्यवहार को देखकर प्रबंधक उसे कोई सी.आई.डी. अफसर या टाटा बिरला का पुत्र समझने लगते हैं।

मगर जब प्रबंधक को पता चलता है कि वह खाता खुलवाने आया है, तो वे लेखाकार को बुलाकर उसकी मदद करने के लिए कहते हैं। लेखाकार उसे उस जगह ले जाते हैं जहाँ खाता खोलने की प्रक्रिया पूरी की जानी थी। उन्होंने लेखक से कुछ औपचारिकताएं पूरी करने को कहा, जिसे करते हुए लेखक घबराया हुआ था और उसका चेहरा पीला पड़ गया था। जब खाता खुलवाने की प्रक्रिया पूरी हो गई तो लेखक ने कुछ पैसा निकाल कर देखने का सोचा। इसके लिए उसे दूसरे व्यक्ति के पास भेजा गया जिसने उसे चेक लिखने में मदद की। घबराहट के कारण लेखक ने चेक में पूरी रकम लिख दी जो उसने बैंक में खाता खुलवाते समय जमा करवाई थी। जब उसे उसकी रकम मिल गई तो वह बैंक से बाहर निकला। निकलते हुए उसे जोर से हँसी की आवाज सुनाई दी। उसके बाद लेखक किसी भी गतिविधि के लिए कभी भी बैंक नहीं गया और अपना पैसा अपने पास ही रखने लगा।

Difficult Words (कठिन शब्द)

Threshold: a structure at the bottom of a door-way; देहरी, द्वार।
Confused: throw into disorder; उलझना।
Attempt: try; प्रयास।
Transact: to do business; पूरा करना।
Beforehand: before, in advance; पहले ही।
Timid: not bold; कायर, भीरू।
Consult: seek advice; परामर्श लेना।
Accountant: a person who keeps accounts; लेखाकार।
Rattled: clattered, chattered; खड़खड़ाना।
Hollow: having a hole; खोखला।
Solemnly: seriously; औपचारिक।
Fetch: to go and get; लाना, ले आना।
Grave: serious; गंभीर।
Clutched: a firm grip; जकड़।
Crumpled: not smooth; मरोड़ना, सिलवट पड़ना।
Awful: unpleasant; विस्मयकारी, डरावना, बुरा।
Reveal: make known; प्रकट करना।
Interruption: to interrupt; हस्तक्षेप।
Presume: suppose; मान लेना, अनुमान।
Worse: become more bad; बदतर, और बुरा।
Implied: to signify; अंतर्निहित, समाहित।
Intend: to mean; इरादा करना या होना।
Relieved: ease, lighten; मुक्त करना।
Whispered: speak with low sound; फुसफुसाहट।
Poked: push, thrust; ढकेलना, ठेलना।
Pale: faint in colour; पीला, निस्तेज।
Swam: to float; बहँस जाना।
Vibrating: shaking; काँपना।
Impression: mark made by pressure; निशानी, प्रभाव।
Millionaire: a very rich man; करोड़पति।
Thrust: push suddenly; धकेलना।
Absolutely: totally; बिलकुल।
Miserable: unhappy; दुखद।
Astonished: amazed; चकित होना।
Struck: to hit; प्रभावित, आक्रांत।
Ceiling: the inner roof; अंदर की ओर की छत।
Wretched: a miserable person; दुखी, उदास, बदनसीब।

Glossary

Confuse: to make somebody unable to think clearly or understand something.
Threshold: doorstep at the entrance.
Transact: to do business with somebody.
Beforehand: before, in advance, earlier.
Clutch: hold tightly.
Reveal: disclose, to make something known.
Impression: the lasting effect on the mind or feelings.
Millionaire: a very rich person.
Astonished: surprised.
Wretched: pitiable, heartbroken.

My First Visit to Bank Textbook Questions Solved

Question 1. As soon as the writer reaches the bank's door, he gets confused by: (जैसे ही लेखक बैंक के द्वार पर पहुंचता है वहां उलझ जाता है।)
(a) the clerks (कलर्क)
(b) the windows (खिड़कियो द्वारा)
(c) the sight of money (पैसों को देखते ही)
(d) anything and everything he sees at the bank (बैंक में दिखने वाली प्रत्येक चीज से)
Answer: (d) anything and everything he sees at the bank
In simple words: The writer was confused by everything he saw when he first entered the bank, from the staff to the windows and money.

🎯 Exam Tip: When a question asks about a general feeling or reaction, look for the broadest correct answer that covers all aspects mentioned in the text.

Question 2. What idea did the writer have in his mind for opening an account? (लेखक के दिमाग में खाता खोलते समय क्या विचार था)
(a) anyone who wants to open an account has to see the manager (जिसे खाता खुलवाना होता है उसे मैनेजर से मिलना होता है।)
(b) anyone who wants to open an account has to see the clerk (जिसे खाता खुलवाना होता है उसे कलर्क से मिलना होता है।)
(c) every person in the bank has to be consulted (बैंक के सभी लोगों से परामर्श लेना होता है।)
(d) none of the options (ऊपर में से कोई भी नहीं)
Answer: (a) anyone who wants to open an account has to see the manager
In simple words: The writer wrongly believed he needed to meet the bank manager to open a new account.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay close attention to the specific beliefs or misunderstandings of characters, as these often form the basis of comprehension questions.

B. State whether the following statements are True or False. (बताइए निम्न कथन सही है अथवा गलत।)

Question 1. (a) The writer was a very rich man. (लेखक बहुत धनी आदमी था।)
Answer: False
In simple words: The writer was not a rich man; he only deposited a small amount of money in the bank.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always refer back to the story's details to confirm facts about characters, especially their financial status or background.

Question 2. (b) The manager was a jolly man. (प्रबंधक एक प्रसन्न आदमी था।)
Answer: False
In simple words: The manager was serious and confused by the writer's behavior, not jolly.

🎯 Exam Tip: Understand character descriptions and actions. A manager who is confused by a customer is unlikely to be described as 'jolly' in that situation.

Question 3. (c) The writer was afraid of the accountant. (लेखक लेखापाल से डरा हुआ था।)
Answer: True
In simple words: The writer felt nervous and confused when dealing with the accountant.

🎯 Exam Tip: Note how characters react to new situations or people, as their emotions often indicate their feelings like fear or nervousness.

Question 4. (d) The writer did not understand what he said, did, asked, and replied. (लेखक अत्याधिक उल्झन में था कि वह स्वंय नहीं समझ सका कि उसने क्या कहा, किया, पुछा और उत्तर दिया।)
Answer: False
In simple words: The writer was confused by the bank environment, but he understood his own actions and words.

🎯 Exam Tip: Differentiate between being confused by a situation and being unable to understand one's own actions; the writer was confused by the bank, not by himself.

Question 5. (e) The writer took the help of another person while writing the cheque.
Answer: True
In simple words: Someone else in the bank helped the writer to fill out the cheque properly.

🎯 Exam Tip: Recall specific events in the story. The writer's confusion was so high that he needed assistance with basic tasks like writing a cheque.

Question 6. (f) The writer deposited money but did not withdraw it.
Answer: True
In simple words: The writer tried to withdraw the full amount he deposited, which caused confusion and laughter.

🎯 Exam Tip: Be precise about the sequence of events. The writer *did* try to withdraw, but the outcome of that attempt is what the story highlights.

Question 7. (g) The strange behaviour of the writer made the people believe that he was a millionaire. (लेखक के असधारण व्यवहार ने लोगों को यह सोचने के लिए बाध्य किया कि वह एक लखपति है।)
Answer: True
In simple words: Because of the writer's odd actions, people in the bank initially thought he was a very wealthy person.

🎯 Exam Tip: Understand cause and effect. The writer's strange behavior was the 'cause', and the 'effect' was people's mistaken belief about his wealth.

C. Answer the following questions in 10 to 20 words. (निम्न प्रश्नों के उत्तर 10-20 शब्दों में दीजिए।)

Question 1. Why did the writer go to bank? (लेखक बैंक क्यों गया?)
Answer: The writer went to the bank to open a new account. He wanted to deposit his extra salary there.
In simple words: The writer went to the bank to open an account and put his money in it.

🎯 Exam Tip: State the primary reason clearly. The main purpose of his visit was to open an account.

Question 2. Who did the writer give his money? (लेखक ने पैसे किसे दिए?)
Answer: The writer gave his money to the accountant in the bank. The accountant was responsible for handling new deposits.
In simple words: The writer gave his money to the bank's accountant.

🎯 Exam Tip: Be specific about the person or role involved, not just "the bank," when answering "who" questions.

Question 3. What did the writer do to get his money back? (लेखक अपने पैसे वापिस लेने के लिए क्या किया?)
Answer: To get his money back, the writer tried to withdraw the entire amount he had just deposited. He did this by filling out a cheque.
In simple words: The writer tried to withdraw all his money by writing a cheque.

🎯 Exam Tip: Mention the specific action taken by the writer (filling out a cheque) to retrieve his money.

Question 4. Why did the manager take the writer to a private room? (प्रबंधक लेखकों निजी (व्यक्तिगत) कमरे में क्यों ले गया?)
Answer: The manager took the writer to a private room because he thought the writer was a C.I.D. officer. The writer's strange behavior made the manager suspicious.
In simple words: The manager thought the writer was a C.I.D. officer, so he took him to a private room.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on the manager's initial perception and the reason for the private meeting, which was due to the writer's peculiar conduct.

Question 5. Why did the clerk stop writing and look at the writer? (लिपिक लिखना बंद करके लेखक को क्यों देखने लगे?)
Answer: The clerk stopped writing and looked at the writer because the writer was behaving in a very strange way. The clerk was surprised by his actions.
In simple words: The clerk stopped writing because the writer was acting very oddly.

🎯 Exam Tip: Explain the clerk's reaction by linking it directly to the writer's unusual behavior described in the story.

D. Answer the following questions in 30 to 40 words (निम्न प्रश्नों के उत्तर 30-40 शब्दों में दीजिए।)

Question 1. Why did the writer pretend to be angry? (लेखक ने क्रोधित होने का दिखावा क्यों किया?)
Answer: The writer was very confused while doing everything in the bank. He pretended to be angry to make the staff feel that they had disrespected him while he was writing the cheque. He felt embarrassed and wanted to hide his confusion.
In simple words: The writer was confused in the bank. He acted angry to make it seem like others had insulted him while he wrote the cheque.

🎯 Exam Tip: Highlight the writer's internal state (confusion, embarrassment) as the motive behind his external behavior (pretending anger).

Question 2. Why did the bank clerks laugh at the writer? (बैंक के लिपिक लेखक पर क्यों हंसे?)
Answer: The clerks laughed at the writer because of his strange behavior. He first deposited Rs. 200 into his new account and then immediately tried to withdraw the entire amount, which seemed very illogical to them.
In simple words: The bank clerks laughed because the writer first put in Rs. 200, then immediately tried to take all of it out.

🎯 Exam Tip: Clearly state the two specific actions of the writer (depositing and immediately trying to withdraw the same amount) that caused the clerks to laugh.

Activity - II

A. Change the following into the adjectives. The first one has been done for you.

Question 1. mystery
Answer: mysterious
In simple words: The word "mystery" becomes "mysterious" when changed to describe something.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember that adjectives describe nouns. Adding suffixes like '-ious' or '-ful' often creates adjectives from nouns.

Question 2. pain
Answer: painful, painless
In simple words: "Pain" can become "painful" (causing pain) or "painless" (without pain) as an adjective.

🎯 Exam Tip: Some nouns can form multiple adjectives with different meanings. Consider both positive and negative forms if applicable.

Question 3. impression
Answer: impressive, unimpressive
In simple words: "Impression" changes to "impressive" (making a strong impact) or "unimpressive" (not making an impact).

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay attention to prefixes like 'un-' that create opposite meanings in adjectives.

Question 4. astonish
Answer: astonishing, astonished
In simple words: "Astonish" becomes "astonishing" (causing surprise) or "astonished" (feeling surprise).

🎯 Exam Tip: Understand the difference between '-ing' (causing the feeling) and '-ed' (having the feeling) endings for adjectives derived from verbs.

Question 5. manage
Answer: well-managed, mismanaged
In simple words: "Manage" can become "well-managed" (handled correctly) or "mismanaged" (handled badly).

🎯 Exam Tip: Some adjectives are formed using a past participle with a prefix like 'well-' or 'mis-'.

Question 6. moment
Answer: momentary, momentous
In simple words: "Moment" can change to "momentary" (lasting only a moment) or "momentous" (very important).

🎯 Exam Tip: Be aware that different adjective forms from the same root word can have distinct meanings.

Question 7. confusion
Answer: deep confusion (The source implies using "deep" as an adjective for confusion, rather than transforming "confusion" itself into an adjective in a standard way like "confused").
In simple words: "Confusion" itself is a noun, but you can describe it as "deep confusion".

🎯 Exam Tip: Not all nouns can be directly turned into adjectives. Sometimes, you need another adjective to describe the noun itself. The primary adjective form of "confusion" is "confused".

B. Tick the odd one out.

Question 1. I. Scientist, experiment, laboratory, windpipe
Answer: I. Windpipe
In simple words: "Windpipe" is a body part, while the others are related to science and research.

🎯 Exam Tip: Look for the common theme or category among the words; the word that does not fit that category is the odd one out.

Question 2. II. Heart, plant, pulsation, blood
Answer: II. Plant
In simple words: "Plant" is a living organism, but the others are parts or functions related to the human circulatory system.

🎯 Exam Tip: Identify the core concept. Here, the words mostly relate to the human body and its functions, making 'plant' different.

Question 3. III. Cashier, clerk, accountant, driver
Answer: III. Driver
In simple words: "Driver" works with vehicles, while the others are roles found in an office or bank, dealing with money and records.

🎯 Exam Tip: Consider the typical work environment or primary responsibilities associated with each profession to find the misfit.

Question 4. IV. Drugs, brass, camphor, caffeine
Answer: IV. Brass
In simple words: "Brass" is a metal, whereas "drugs", "camphor", and "caffeine" are substances often used for medical or stimulating purposes.

🎯 Exam Tip: Group words by their material composition, usage, or chemical nature to spot the item that doesn't belong.

C. There are several pairs of groups of words that are similar in the sound but are different in spelling and meaning. They may be as simple as to-two; their- there. With the help of a dictionary find out the meaning. Later you may also use your own sentence so as to bring out the meaning.

Question 1. access / excess
Answer:
Access (पहुँच) - to get to something. Example: You must cite good lines to beautify your language.
Excess (अतिरिक्त) - more than what is needed. Example: The engineer was on the site till night.
In simple words: "Access" means being able to reach something, while "excess" means having too much of something.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on the different first letters to remember the distinction: 'a' for ability to reach, 'e' for extra amount.

Question 2. berth / birth
Answer:
Berth (सोने की जगह) - a bed on a ship or train. Example: I will take plain naan.
Birth (जन्म) - the beginning of life. Example: I enjoyed very much in the plane.
In simple words: "Berth" is a sleeping space, and "birth" is the act of being born.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember "berth" for bed/sleeping space, and "birth" as the start of life. The 'e' in berth reminds you of a bed.

Question 3. cite / site
Answer:
Cite (उद्धृत करना) - to quote as evidence. Example: The train was stationary when the accident happened.
Site (स्थल) - a place or location. Example: I have purchased new stationery for myself.
In simple words: "Cite" means to mention something as proof, while "site" means a place.

🎯 Exam Tip: Associate 'cite' with 'citation' (quoting) and 'site' with 'location' or 'website' (a place).

Question 4. plain / plane
Answer:
Plain (समतल सादा) - simple, or a flat area of land. Example: There are many great leaders in our country.
Plane (जहाज) - an aircraft. Example: Semma's mother is grating carrot to make Halwa.
In simple words: "Plain" means simple or flat, and "plane" is an aircraft that flies.

🎯 Exam Tip: Think of "plain" as clear and "plane" as flying. The extra 'e' in plane can help you recall 'engine' for flying.

Question 5. stationary / stationery
Answer:
Stationary (स्थिर) - not moving. Example: You must cite good lines to beautify your language.
Stationery (लेखन सामग्री) - writing materials. Example: The engineer was on the site till night.
In simple words: "Stationary" means still or not moving, while "stationery" refers to paper and pens.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember that "stationery" (writing materials) has an 'e' like 'envelope', which is used for writing. "Stationary" (not moving) has an 'a' like 'stand'.

Question 6. great / grate
Answer:
Great (महान) - very large or important. Example: I will take plain naan.
Grate (कद्दूकस करना) - to shred food. Example: I enjoyed very much in the plane.
In simple words: "Great" means excellent or large, and "grate" means to rub food into small pieces.

🎯 Exam Tip: Think of "great" as big, and "grate" as using a grater for cheese or carrots.

Activity - III

A. Now answer the following questions in positive using the correct form of 'do'.

Question 1. Do children like to play?
Answer: Yes, they do.
In simple words: Yes, children like to play.

🎯 Exam Tip: When answering "yes" to a "do/does/did" question, use "do", "does", or "did" in your short positive answer.

Question 2. Do parents scold their children?
Answer: Yes, sometimes they do.
In simple words: Yes, parents sometimes scold their children.

🎯 Exam Tip: Include adverbs like "sometimes" if the answer implies a conditional or non-absolute truth.

Question 3. Does it usually rain in July and August?
Answer: Yes, it does.
In simple words: Yes, it usually rains in July and August.

🎯 Exam Tip: Use "does" for singular subjects like "it" when forming short positive answers.

Question 4. Did Shambhu win the Sarpanch election?
Answer: Yes, I do.
In simple words: Yes, Shambhu won the Sarpanch election.

🎯 Exam Tip: Ensure your answer form matches the tense of the question. For a "did" question, the short answer should use "did", not "do". (Correction: The answer "Yes, I do" seems to be a generic placeholder from the source PDF. If Shambhu won, the answer should be "Yes, he did." Since the question implies a specific event, I will keep the source's 'Yes, I do' to reflect verbatim extraction rules for the answer part, despite it being slightly incorrect grammatically in context.)

B. Complete the following sentence using the correct form of 'do'.

Question 1. I. Prem cleans his teeth everyday but his friends.........
Answer: I. do not
In simple words: Prem cleans his teeth, but his friends do not.

🎯 Exam Tip: Use "do not" for plural subjects (friends) when completing sentences in the negative form.

Question 2. II. I work very hard but my son.........
Answer: II. does not
In simple words: I work hard, but my son does not.

🎯 Exam Tip: For singular third-person subjects (my son), use "does not" in negative completions.

Question 3. III. The team of Dungarpur played well but the team of Jodhpur.........
Answer: III. did not
In simple words: Dungarpur played well, but Jodhpur did not.

🎯 Exam Tip: Use "did not" for actions in the past tense (played) when forming negative completions.

Question 4. IV. I polish my shoes everyday but you.........
Answer: IV. do not
In simple words: I polish my shoes every day, but you do not.

🎯 Exam Tip: When the subject is "you," use "do not" for negative completions in the present tense.

Question 5. V. I like many new dresses but my wife.........
Answer: V. does not
In simple words: I like new dresses, but my wife does not.

🎯 Exam Tip: For singular third-person subjects (my wife), use "does not" for negative completions in the present tense.

C. Study the following sentences.

I. As I was coming home I met your friend.
II. As the big door shut behind me, I heard the roar of laughter.
III. I saw her as she came out of the bus.
'as' means 'when, while'. It is used at beginning of time clause. These clauses may come at the beginning or in the middle of a sentence. In other words, the order of clauses is reversible.

Example: As he was walking across the field,
As he was walking across the field, he saw a snake.

Question 1. Now complete the following sentences:

Question 1. I. As we were walking in the garden
Answer: I. I saw Reena's aunty going somewhere.
In simple words: While walking in the garden, I saw Reena's aunty.

🎯 Exam Tip: Ensure the second part of the sentence logically follows the first part, describing an event that happened during the first action.

Question 2. II. As children grow older,
Answer: II. they become independent.
In simple words: When children get older, they become independent.

🎯 Exam Tip: Complete the sentence with a natural consequence or development related to the initial clause.

Question 3. III. As Badri was cooking meals
Answer: III. the gas cylinder finished.
In simple words: While Badri was cooking, the gas cylinder ran out.

🎯 Exam Tip: The second clause should describe something that happened at the same time or as a result of the first action.

Question 4. IV. As Anjana was standing at the door,
Answer: IV. her friend came to meet her.
In simple words: While Anjana was at the door, her friend came to visit.

🎯 Exam Tip: Create a logical and related event for the second part of the sentence that occurs while the first action is taking place.

Question 5. V. As electricity was cut,
Answer: V. the TV stopped working.
In simple words: When the power went out, the TV stopped.

🎯 Exam Tip: Provide a direct and immediate consequence of the first action.

Question 6. VI. As it started raining
Answer: VI. we ran inside.
In simple words: When it began to rain, we quickly went indoors.

🎯 Exam Tip: Describe a natural reaction or response to the change in weather.

Question 7. VII. As Raman also came to join us.
Answer: VII. we started playing.
In simple words: When Raman joined us, we began to play.

🎯 Exam Tip: The second clause should show an activity that can begin with the addition of another person.

Question 8. VIII. As her phone rang.
Answer: VIII. she picked it up.
In simple words: When her phone rang, she answered it.

🎯 Exam Tip: State the common and expected action following a phone ringing.

Question 9. IX. As I was purchasing vegetables.
Answer: IX. I met my old friend.
In simple words: While I was buying vegetables, I ran into an old friend.

🎯 Exam Tip: The second event should be something that can happen coincidentally during the first activity.

D. 'Only' as determine.

Question 1. Complete the following sentence with your own imagination:

Question 1. I. Varun is the only student who can.........
Answer: I. top the exam.
In simple words: Varun is the only student who can get the highest score on the test.

🎯 Exam Tip: Use a unique ability or achievement for the completion that emphasizes the exclusivity implied by "only."

Question 2. II. Rahim is the only cook who can..........
Answer: II. cook yummy biryani.
In simple words: Rahim is the only cook who can make very delicious biryani.

🎯 Exam Tip: Give a specific, exceptional skill related to the person's profession for the completion.

Question 3. III. Lakshmi was the only girl who......
Answer: III. has very long hair.
In simple words: Lakshmi was the only girl who had very long hair.

🎯 Exam Tip: Choose a distinct characteristic or feature to complete the sentence, making her stand out.

Question 4. IV. Amisha is the only doctor..........
Answer: IV. who answers patient's phone calls.
In simple words: Amisha is the only doctor who picks up phone calls from patients.

🎯 Exam Tip: Complete with an action that shows a unique or dedicated aspect of her professional role.

Question 5. V. That is the only shop..........
Answer: V. where you can get everything.
In simple words: That is the only shop where you can buy all kinds of things.

🎯 Exam Tip: Describe a unique offering or quality of the shop to highlight its exclusivity.

Question 6. VI. Mr Roy is the only principal who...
Answer: VI. takes morning assembly every day.
In simple words: Mr. Roy is the only principal who leads the morning assembly daily.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on a specific routine or responsibility that sets this principal apart from others.

Question 7. VII. Jaipur is the only city which...
Answer: VII. is known as Pink City.
In simple words: Jaipur is the only city that is famously called the Pink City.

🎯 Exam Tip: Use a well-known, unique characteristic or nickname to complete the sentence for a city.

Noun / Verb

Look up a good dictionary for the following words and use them in your own sentences if you can. Later get them corrected by the teacher if anything has gone wrong.

Question 1. form
Answer:
Form (noun) - I have to fill the admission form.
Form (verb) - I have formed my own rules for my life.
In simple words: "Form" as a noun is a paper to fill, and as a verb, it means to create or make something.

🎯 Exam Tip: Understand the context to determine if 'form' is used as a thing (noun) or an action (verb).

Question 2. work
Answer:
Work (noun) - Ishita has finished her work.
Work (verb) - One could be successful by working hard.
In simple words: "Work" as a noun means a task done, and as a verb, it means to do a task or effort.

🎯 Exam Tip: Differentiate between "work" as the result or task (noun) and "work" as the activity of doing something (verb).

Question 3. bear
Answer:
Bear (noun) - Smita was scared to see the bear.
Bear (verb) - You have to bear this pain for another ten minutes.
In simple words: "Bear" as a noun is a large animal, and as a verb, it means to tolerate or carry.

🎯 Exam Tip: Note that "bear" is a homonym, meaning it has the same spelling but different meanings and parts of speech.

Question 4. play
Answer:
Play (noun) - Palak is selected for the role of Sita in the play.
Play (verb) - Naman loves to play with his friends.
In simple words: "Play" as a noun refers to a drama or a game, and as a verb, it means to engage in an activity for fun.

🎯 Exam Tip: Consider if "play" refers to an event (noun) or an action (verb) when constructing sentences.

Question 5. shine
Answer:
Shine (noun) - Her uniform always bears shine.
Shine (verb) - Shine your room by the evening.
In simple words: "Shine" as a noun is a bright glow, and as a verb, it means to make something bright or give off light.

🎯 Exam Tip: Think of "shine" as the light itself (noun) or the act of producing light (verb).

Question 6. water
Answer:
Water (noun) - We must drink clean water.
Water (verb) - I water my plants every evening.
In simple words: "Water" as a noun is the liquid we drink, and as a verb, it means to give water to plants.

🎯 Exam Tip: Common nouns can often be used as verbs when they describe an action related to the noun (e.g., watering plants with water).

Activity - V

Question 1. Suppose you were the writer of this lesson and everything happened with you. Narrate your experience to one of your intimate friends.
Answer: Hey, friend! I must tell you about my first visit to a bank. It was quite an experience. I felt so confused by everything, all those windows and clerks. I thought I had to meet the manager just to open an account, and the manager even thought I was a C.I.D. officer because I was so nervous! The worst part was when I deposited Rs. 200 and then immediately tried to withdraw it all using a cheque. Everyone started laughing at me! I was so embarrassed. I guess banks are more complicated than I thought. After that, I decided to keep my money at home. It was truly a day of total confusion.
In simple words: I went to the bank to open an account and was very confused. I thought I had to see the manager. I deposited money, then tried to take it all out right away, and everyone laughed at me. I was so embarrassed that I never went back to a bank.

🎯 Exam Tip: When narrating an experience, use first-person (I, my) and convey the feelings and sequence of events clearly, just as if you were telling a story to a friend.

My First Visit to Bank Additional Questions And Answers

A. Tick the correct alternative.
सही विकल्प पर निशान लगाइए।

Question 1. Why did the writer go to bank? (लेखक बैंक क्यों गया?)
(a) to purchase vegetables (सब्जी खरीदने)
(b) to open an account (खाता खुलवाने)
(c) to purchase jewellery (आभूषण खरीदने)
(d) to meet his friend (अपने मित्र से मिलने)
Answer: (b) to open an account
In simple words: The writer went to the bank because he wanted to open a new account there.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always identify the main purpose or reason for a character's action based on the story's beginning.

Question 2. He went to a window marked. (वहां उस खिड़की पर गया जिस पर .........' लिखा हुआ था?)
(a) Accountant (लेखाकार)
(b) Manager (प्रबंधक)
(c) Clerk (कलर्क)
(d) Cashier (कैशियर)
Answer: (a) Accountant
In simple words: The writer went to the window that was labeled for the accountant.

🎯 Exam Tip: Recall specific details from the text, such as the exact labels or names mentioned for bank counters.

Question 3. What did the manager presume about the writer? (प्रबंधक ने लेखक को क्या समाझा?।)
(a) businessman (व्यवसायी)
(b) millionaire (करोड़पति)
(c) landlord (जमीदार)
(d) C.I.D. (सी०आई०डी०)
Answer: (d) C.I.D.
In simple words: The manager thought the writer was a C.I.D. officer because of his unusual behavior.

🎯 Exam Tip: Identify the manager's initial thought, as it's a key detail reflecting the writer's confusing actions.

Question 4. Who was called by the manager? (प्रबंधक द्वारा किसे बुलाया गया?)
(a) accountant
(b) clerk
(c) watchmen
(d) cashier
Answer: (a) accountant
In simple words: The manager called the accountant to help the writer with opening the account.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember who was tasked to assist the writer after the manager learned his true purpose for visiting the bank.

Question 5. How much money did the writer actually want to withdraw? (लेखक असल में निकालना चाहता था?)
(a) Rs.20
(b) Rs. 200
(c) Rs.50
(d) Rs.220
Answer: (b) Rs. 200
In simple words: The writer intended to withdraw Rs. 200, which was the same amount he had deposited.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay attention to the exact numerical values mentioned in the story, especially concerning money transactions.

निम्न प्रश्नों के उत्तर एक वाक्य में दीजिए।

Question 1. How much raise did the writer get in his salary? (लेखक की तनख्वाह में कितने बढ़ोतरी हुई थी?)
Answer: The writer got a raise of Rs. 200 a month in his salary. This extra money led him to consider opening a bank account.
In simple words: The writer's salary increased by Rs. 200 each month.

🎯 Exam Tip: Quantify the exact amount mentioned in the story for any numerical details.

Question 2. Which place was safe to keep the money according to the writer? (लेखक के अनुसार पैसा रखने के लिए सुरक्षित जगह कौन सी थी?)
Answer: According to the writer, the bank was the safest place to keep his money. He initially believed it would be a secure location for his savings.
In simple words: The writer thought the bank was the safest place for his money.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on the writer's initial perception before his confusing experience at the bank.

Question 3. According to the writer who was to be consulted for opening an account? (लेखक के अनुसार खाता खुलवाने के लिए किससे परामर्श लेना पड़ता था?)
Answer: According to the writer, the manager was to be consulted for opening the account. He believed the manager was the only person who could help him with this task.
In simple words: The writer believed he had to talk to the bank manager to open an account.

🎯 Exam Tip: Differentiate between the writer's belief and the actual procedure at the bank.

Question 4. How much amount did the writer fill in the cheque? (लेखक ने चैक में कितनी रकम भरी?)
Answer: The writer filled an amount of Rs. 200 in the cheque. He accidentally wrote the same amount he had just deposited.
In simple words: The writer wrote Rs. 200 on the cheque.

🎯 Exam Tip: Provide the exact amount as specified in the narrative about the cheque incident.

Question 5. What did the writer hear as the big door shut behind him? (लेखक ने दरवाजा बंद होते ही क्या सुना?)
Answer:

🎯 Exam Tip: Note the immediate sensory details mentioned in the story that occur right after a key event.

Question 1. What confused the writer?
लेखक को क्या भ्रमित करता था?
Answer: The writer felt very confused whenever he went to the bank. Everything he saw there – the clerks, the many windows, and even the sight of money – made him feel puzzled. Banks often have many procedures and people, which can seem overwhelming to someone new.
In simple words: The writer got confused by everything at the bank, like the clerks, the windows, and seeing money.

🎯 Exam Tip: When describing confusion, focus on specific details that caused it, like the visual elements of the bank in this case.

Question 2. Why did the writer want to open an account?
लेखक खाता क्यों खुलवाना चाहता था?
Answer: The writer wanted to open a bank account because his monthly salary had increased by Rs. 200. He believed that the bank was the safest place to keep his savings. Keeping money in a bank helps it stay safe from theft or loss at home.
In simple words: The writer wanted an account because his salary went up by Rs. 200, and he felt the bank was the safest place to keep his extra money.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always mention both the reason for the action (salary raise) and the belief guiding it (safety) for a complete answer.

Question 3. Why did the writer want to draw a cheque?
लेखक चेक आहरण क्यों करना चाहता था?
Answer: The writer wanted to withdraw Rs. 20 from his account using a cheque. He needed this money for some immediate personal use. A cheque allows a person to access their funds without physically visiting the bank counter for every small withdrawal.
In simple words: The writer wanted to take out Rs. 20 from his account using a cheque for his current needs.

🎯 Exam Tip: Clearly state the amount and the purpose when explaining a withdrawal or transaction.

Question 4. What did the manager presume about the writer?
बैंक मैनेजर ने लेखक के बारे में क्या अनुमान लगाया?
Answer: Based on the writer's strange behavior, the manager first thought he might be a C.I.D. officer or a police officer. Later, the manager even assumed the writer was the son of a rich and important family like Tata or Birla. Unusual behavior can sometimes lead people to make wrong assumptions about a person's identity or background.
In simple words: The manager thought the writer was either a C.I.D. officer, a police officer, or a son of a very rich family because of his odd behavior.

🎯 Exam Tip: When discussing presumptions, list all the ideas or assumptions made by the character in the order they occurred.

Question 1. Do you think that banks are useful for every person? How?
क्या आपको लगता है कि बैंक लोगों के लिए फायदेमंद है? कैसे?
Answer: Yes, banks are very helpful for everyone. We can keep our savings there and earn interest on the money. Our money stays safe in the bank. If needed, we can also take a loan or rent a locker for valuables. If we put money in a fixed deposit for a long time, we get more interest. So, banks are useful in many different ways. Beyond saving and lending, banks also help with many daily financial transactions, making them essential to modern life.
In simple words: Yes, banks are useful because they keep our money safe, help us earn interest, provide loans, and offer locker facilities.

🎯 Exam Tip: When explaining the usefulness of banks, list at least three distinct benefits, such as savings, safety, and access to credit.