UP Board Solutions Class 6 English Chapter 16 The Kind Prince

कक्षा 6 अंग्रेजी पाठ 16 के प्रश्न उत्तर

The Kind Prince

TRANSLATION OF THE LESSON (पाठ का हिन्दी अनुवाद)

EXERCISE (अभ्यास)

Comprehension Questions

Question 1. Answer the following questions:
Answer: This section provides answers to several questions related to the story of 'The Kind Prince.' Each answer will explain a specific detail from the chapter, helping to understand the story better.
In simple words: Here are the answers to questions about the story 'The Kind Prince.'

🎯 Exam Tip: When answering comprehension questions, always refer back to the text to ensure your answers are accurate and complete.

Question a. Where was Siddhartha born?
Answer: Siddhartha was born in a place called Kapilvastu. This ancient city was where his journey began as a prince.
In simple words: Siddhartha was born in Kapilvastu.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on remembering key geographical names mentioned in the story, as they are often direct answer points.

Question b. What were the names of Siddhartha's parents?
Answer: Siddhartha's father was King Suddhodhana, and his mother was Queen Mahamaya. They were the royal parents of the young prince.
In simple words: His father was King Suddhodhana, and his mother was Queen Mahamaya.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember both parents' names and their royal titles (King/Queen) for a complete answer.

Question c. Why was Siddhartha not happy though he lived in a beautiful palace?
Answer: Siddhartha really loved nature and its beauty. He enjoyed seeing trees, flowers, birds, small creatures, and animals. Because of this deep love for the outdoors, he did not feel happy staying inside a grand palace.
In simple words: Siddhartha loved nature and animals more than living in a beautiful palace, so he was not happy inside.

🎯 Exam Tip: To explain character feelings, connect them directly to their actions or known preferences from the story.

Question d. Who shot the swan?
Answer: The swan was shot by Devadatta, who was Siddhartha's cousin. Devadatta was known for being proud and cruel.
In simple words: Siddhartha's cousin, Devadatta, shot the swan.

🎯 Exam Tip: Clearly state the person's name and their relationship to the main character if it's important.

Question e. What did Siddhartha do to save the swan?
Answer: To save the swan, Siddhartha carefully removed the arrow from its body. He then gently cleaned the wound and gave the injured bird water to drink. His quick actions showed great compassion.
In simple words: Siddhartha took out the arrow, cleaned the wound, and gave the swan water to help it.

🎯 Exam Tip: List the specific actions Siddhartha took, showing his compassion and what made him "The Kind Prince".

Question f. What was the judgement of the king?
Answer: The king decided that the bird did not belong to Devadatta, even though he had shot it. Instead, the king ruled that the swan rightly belonged to Siddhartha because he had saved its life. This judgment highlighted the value of saving over harming.
In simple words: The king said the bird was Siddhartha's because he saved it, not Devadatta's, who only shot it.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always focus on the reason given for the king's judgment: saving a life holds more merit than causing harm.

Question 2. Who said the following? Write their names in the box.One has been done for you:
Answer: Below are the statements from the story, matched with the characters who spoke them. Knowing who said what helps us understand the characters' personalities.
a. I shot it. - Devadatta
b. I am brave. - Devadatta
c. You should be kind to birds and animals. - Siddhartha
d. Give that swan to me. - Devadatta
e. I will not give you this bird. - Siddhartha
f. It is Siddhartha's bird as he saved it. - King
In simple words: Identify who said each sentence from the story.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay attention to who says what in the story to correctly match the dialogues with the characters, especially when distinguishing between characters with similar roles.

Word Power

Question 1. Write the opposites of the following words from the box :
Answer: Here is a list of words from the story paired with their opposite meanings. Learning these helps improve your vocabulary.

🎯 Exam Tip: Build your vocabulary by learning pairs of opposite words; it helps in understanding text and writing more effectively.

Language Practice

Question 1. Frame sentences (requests) with the help of the table given below :
Answer: These sentences show how to ask for things politely using the words given. Using polite language is important when making requests.
1. Will you open the door, please?
2. Will you close the window, please?
3. Will you stand up, please?
4. Will you sit down, please?
5. Will you go back to your seat, please?
In simple words: These sentences show how to politely ask for something.

🎯 Exam Tip: When framing requests, always use polite words like 'Will you' or 'Could you' and 'please' to show respect.

Question 2. Fill in the blanks with the correct form of verbs given in the brackets :
Answer: Complete each sentence by putting the verb in the correct past tense form. This helps to show when the action happened in the past.
a. She fell down and cried a lot last night. (cry)
b. Yesterday Dipti's mother cooked special food. (cook)
c. Rekha saw an elephant last week. (see)
d. Kabir walked very fast to catch the bus. (walk)
In simple words: Fill in the blanks using the correct past form of the word given in brackets.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always check the time indicator in the sentence (e.g., "last night," "yesterday," "last week") to decide the correct past tense form of the verb.