UP Board Solutions Class 6 English Chapter 5 I Wish I Could

Exercise (अभ्यास)

Comprehension Questions

Question 1. Answer the following questions:
(a) Where does a diver dive?
(b) What does an engineer do?
(c) Write the names of professions mentioned in the poem.
(d) Which profession according to you is the best?
(e) Which is your favourite dish cooked by your mother?
Answer:
(a) A diver goes deep underwater in the sea. This helps them explore the ocean and see marine life.
(b) An engineer learns how to fix or repair many different things. They use their skills to solve problems and build new structures.
(c) The poem talks about different jobs like diver, astronaut, pilot, cricketer, engineer, doctor, and chef. Each of these professions plays an important role in society.
(d) Students should pick the profession they like the most and write about it. For example, some might like being a doctor, an astronaut, or a cricketer. It's important to choose a job that makes you happy and matches your skills.
(e) Students should write about their favorite meal that their mother cooks. Sharing details about its taste and ingredients can make the answer more interesting.
In simple words: The first question asks where a diver goes. The second asks about an engineer's job. The third asks for all the jobs in the poem. The fourth asks for your favorite job. The last one asks about your mom's best dish.

🎯 Exam Tip: When answering multi-part questions, make sure to address each part clearly and separately, using the same labels (a), (b), (c), etc., as in the question.

Word Power

Question 1. Choose the correct profession for the following persons from the words given in the box. One is done for you:
Answer:

🎯 Exam Tip: Read each description carefully and think about the main duty of that profession. This will help you choose the best fit.

Question 2. Who are they
(a) My mother helps sick people. She is a doctor.
(b) My uncle fights fires. He is a fire-fighter.
(c) My father serves food in a hotel. He is a waiter.
(d) My aunt teaches maths. She is a teacher.
Answer:
(a) My mother helps sick people. She is a doctor. Doctors work to keep us healthy.
(b) My uncle fights fires. He is a fire-fighter. Fire-fighters bravely protect us from fires.
(c) My father serves food in a hotel. He is a waiter. Waiters make sure guests get their food and drinks.
(d) My aunt teaches maths. She is a teacher. Teachers help students learn new things every day.
In simple words: Match the family member to their job based on what they do. Your mother is a doctor, your uncle is a fire-fighter, your father is a waiter, and your aunt is a teacher.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay attention to the action verbs (helps sick people, fights fires) as they clearly indicate the profession. This is a common way to identify jobs.

Activity

Question. Do it yourself.
Answer: This activity requires you to complete it on your own, following the instructions given by your teacher. It is designed to encourage personal reflection and creativity. Always try your best to complete these activities as they help you learn more.
In simple words: This is a task for you to do by yourself. Follow the instructions your teacher gives you for this activity.

🎯 Exam Tip: For 'Do it yourself' activities, always ensure you understand the goal of the task. If it involves writing, focus on clear and creative expression; if it's drawing, use appropriate details.