UP Board Solutions Class 7 English Chapter 3 Sanjay the Brave Boy

Exercise (अभ्यास)

Comprehension Questions

Question 1. Answer the following questions:
Question a. Why did Sanjay always try to avoid people?
Answer: Sanjay always felt that other people stared at his leg and made fun of his walking. This made him feel very sad and self-conscious, so he tried to stay away from everyone. He hoped that by avoiding people, he would also avoid their judging looks.
In simple words: Sanjay thought people looked at his leg and laughed at how he walked. So, he kept away from them to avoid their stares.

🎯 Exam Tip: When answering questions about a character's feelings, clearly state the main emotion and the reason behind it from the story.

Question b. How did mother help Sanjay in building up his self-confidence?
Answer: His mother told Sanjay not to lose hope and encouraged him to be kind and friendly with everyone. She gave him confidence by saying that one day, everyone would praise him for his good qualities. This helped Sanjay believe in himself more.
In simple words: His mother told Sanjay not to be sad and to be friendly. She made him believe that one day, people would praise him.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on the specific advice or actions the mother took and how it directly boosted Sanjay's self-esteem.

Question c. What did Sanjay do when he saw a girl drowning in the canal?
Answer: When Sanjay saw a girl drowning in the canal, he immediately offered his crutch for her to grab. Then, he firmly held her hand. After a lot of struggle and effort, he managed to pull her safely out of the water and onto the bank. His brave actions saved her life.
In simple words: Sanjay gave his crutch to the drowning girl and held her hand tightly. He tried hard and pulled her to the side of the canal.

🎯 Exam Tip: Describe Sanjay's actions in a clear, step-by-step manner, highlighting his courage and resourcefulness.

Question d. How did the students behave with Sanjay after he rescued Rita?
Answer: After Sanjay rescued Rita, all the students lined up and clapped loudly for him. Every student wanted to talk to Sanjay and shake his hand. Their behavior showed that they now admired and respected him greatly.
In simple words: The students stood in a line and clapped for Sanjay. Everyone wanted to talk to him and shake his hand.

🎯 Exam Tip: Explain the distinct change in the students' attitude and the specific actions they took to show their appreciation.

Question 2. Who said these and to whom:

Question a. "You are getting late.” - Mother said to Sanjay.
Answer: This line was spoken by Sanjay's mother to him. She said it because she wanted him to wake up and get ready for school on time. Her words show a caring tone, gently urging him to start his day.
In simple words: Sanjay's mother said this to him. She said it because he was running late for school.

🎯 Exam Tip: For such quotes, clearly identify both the speaker and the person being spoken to. Briefly adding the context helps complete the answer.

Question b. "I will never go to school again.” - Sanjay to his mother
Answer: Sanjay said this to his mother. He spoke these words because he felt deeply hurt and neglected by his classmates at school. His despair over the bullying made him not want to return.
In simple words: Sanjay said this to his mother. He felt sad because other students did not treat him well at school.

🎯 Exam Tip: When a character makes a strong statement, explain the emotion and reason behind it clearly from the story's perspective.

Question c. "Please forgive me for my misbehaviour.” - Amit to Sanjay.
Answer: Amit said this to Sanjay. He apologized for treating Sanjay badly and not being friendly in the past. This apology marked a turning point, showing Amit's regret and desire to be friends.
In simple words: Amit said this to Sanjay. He was sorry for treating Sanjay badly before.

🎯 Exam Tip: Note the importance of an apology in a story, indicating a change in character or relationship.

Word Power

Question 1. Fill in the blanks with the words given in the box:
(a) The teacher does not like misbehaviour in the classroom.
(b) The army rescued many people affected by flood.
(c) Ritu was astonished to see the beauty of the place
(d) Ritesh entered confidently in the room for the interview.
(e) There was a long queue of vehicles on the road.
Answer: These sentences are completed with the most suitable words from the provided box, making sure the meaning of each sentence is correct and clear. Choosing the right word helps to convey the intended message.
In simple words: We filled in the blanks using words that best fit each sentence. This makes the sentences complete and easy to understand.

🎯 Exam Tip: For fill-in-the-blanks, always read the entire sentence to understand the context before choosing the best-fitting word.

Question 2. un-, im-, dis., ir-are added before some words to form their opposites. These are called prefixes. Rewrite the following words with appropriate prefixes:
Answer: Prefixes are small parts added to the beginning of words to change their meaning, often turning them into their opposites. For example, 'un-' means 'not', so 'happy' becomes 'unhappy', meaning 'not happy'. Understanding these prefixes helps you figure out the meaning of many new words.

🎯 Exam Tip: Memorize common prefixes and the types of words they typically attach to (e.g., 'im-' often goes before words starting with 'p' or 'm') to improve your spelling and vocabulary.

Language Practice

Question 1. Write the negative and interrogative sentences of the given positive sentences. One is done for you:
Answer: Changing sentences from positive to negative or interrogative forms is an important skill in English grammar. It often involves using auxiliary (helper) verbs like 'do', 'is', 'will', or 'has' and placing them correctly within the sentence structure. Mastering these transformations allows for greater flexibility in expression.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay close attention to the verb tense (present, past, future) and subject-verb agreement when converting sentences, as these influence which helping verb you should use.

Activity

Note: Do it yourself.