UP Board Solutions Class 6 English Chapter 2 Sharing and Caring

Sharing and Caring

Translation of the Lesson (पाठ का हिन्दी अनुवाद)

Exercise (अभ्यास)

Comprehension Questions

Question 1. Answer the following questions:
Answer:

Question a. What did the mango tree and the banyan tree do all day long?
Answer: The mango tree and the banyan tree spent their entire day talking to each other and having fun. They enjoyed each other's company in the jungle.
In simple words: The mango and banyan trees spent their whole day chatting and having a good time together.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked about daily activities, use simple verbs to describe their regular routine.

Question b. Why did the mango tree want to drive the animals away?
Answer: The mango tree wanted to chase the animals away because it did not like them. The tree said that the animals made loud noises and smelled bad. It felt annoyed by their presence.
In simple words: The mango tree disliked the animals because they were noisy and smelly, so it wanted them gone.

🎯 Exam Tip: Always state both the main reason and any supporting details from the story when explaining a character's motivation.

Question c. What advice did the banyan tree give to the mango tree?
Answer: The banyan tree advised the mango tree not to be so unkind. It explained that trees and animals need to live peacefully together and help each other. Living in harmony is important for everyone.
In simple words: The banyan tree told the mango tree to be kinder and reminded it that trees and animals need to live together and help each other.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on the core message of any advice given and summarize it clearly, including the key reason for the advice.

Question d. What happened when the banyan tree cried loudly?
Answer: When the banyan tree cried out loudly, its call was heard by the wild animals. Upon hearing the cries, the animals quickly came running towards the banyan tree to help.
In simple words: When the banyan tree shouted for help, the wild animals heard it and quickly ran to where the tree was.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember to include both the action (cried loudly) and the immediate reaction (animals heard and rushed) in your answer.

Question e. What lesson do you learn from this story?
Answer: This story teaches us an important lesson: we should not dislike others, because we might need their help during difficult times. All living things depend on each other and should live together in peace. Sharing and caring for each other creates strong bonds.
In simple words: We learn that everyone needs each other, so we should be kind and live in peace, because we might need help from anyone.

🎯 Exam Tip: When asked for a lesson, state the moral clearly and briefly explain its importance using keywords like 'inter-dependent' and 'harmony'.

Question 2. Hark tick(✓) for the correct and cross (X) for the incorrect statements:
Answer:
(b) There was a demon in the mango tree. (X)
(c) Two farmers came to the forest. (X)
(d) Trees and animals need each other. (✓)
In simple words: You need to decide if each sentence is true or false according to the story. If it's true, put a tick; if it's false, put a cross.

🎯 Exam Tip: Read each statement carefully and compare it directly with the events in the story to determine if it is correct or incorrect.

Word Power

Question 1. Choose the words from the box which mean the same, one is done for you:
Answer:
(a) situation causing problem - trouble
(b) living together in a friendly manner - harmony
(c) anything done in a hurry - rushed
(d) showing kindness to others - caring
(e) dividing something between two or more people - sharing
In simple words: Match the phrase on the left with the single word on the right that has the same meaning.

🎯 Exam Tip: Read all options first, then match the clearest ones. Cross out words as you use them to make the remaining choices easier.

Language Practice

Question 1. Frame questions and their answers with the help of the table given below :
Answer:
- Was the duster on the table? Yes, it was. / No, it wasn't.
- Was the glass on the table? Yes, it was. / No, it wasn't.
- Were the books on the table? Yes, they were. / No, they weren't.
- Were the pens on the table? Yes, they were. / No, they weren't.
In simple words: Look at each item and where it is. Then make a "Was/Were... on the table?" question and answer "Yes, it was/they were" or "No, it wasn't/they weren't".

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember to use "was" for singular items (duster, glass) and "were" for plural items (books, pens) to correctly form questions and answers.

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