ASSIGNMENTS

IN ENGLISH

PLUS

6
TEACHERS' HANDBOOK

FULL MARKS PVT. LTD.

(A Unit of Saraswati Group) New Delhi-110002

GRAMMAR

CONTENTS SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT-1

SECTION A: READING SECTION B: WRITING SECTION C: GRAMMAR FULL MARKS ASSIGNMENT-1 FULL MARKS ASSIGNMENT-2 3-5 5-12 13-15 15-16 17-18

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT-2
SECTION A: READING SECTION B: WRITING SECTION C: GRAMMAR FULL MARKS ASSIGNMENT-1 FULL MARKS ASSIGNMENT-2 19-21 22-27 27-29 30-31 31-32

Note: Please note this Teachers Handbook contains the Solutions/ Hints for the Unit Assignments/ Full Marks Assignments given in the book Assignments in English Plus 6, published by Full Marks Pvt. Ltd.

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SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
SOLUTIONS/ HINTS SECTION A : READING

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 1
1. 1. What is the sweetest thing in the world? In answer to this question his older daughter said it was sugar and younger daughter said it was salt. 2. The father thought that the answer of his elder daughter was right. 3. because she was sure that it was only salt that was the sweetest thing in the world. 4. because it adds taste to the food. 5. his realisation that salt was truly the sweetest thing in the world. 2. 1. he was always busy in other urgent work. 2. the cow is not treated kindly. 3. the United States and Germany 4. aggressive, fighting animals, beasts of prey. 5. their patron animal is the cow. 3. 1. (b) it is lotus-shaped 2. (a) Bahai faith 3. (d) the Bahai temple 4. (a) remain untouched by the wrong in the world 5. 4. 1. (c) impressive (c) the poorest of the poor

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 2
1. 1. We sometimes envy rich people because they dont need to work for their living. 2. Rich people are not happy sometimes because they are tired of having nothing to do. 3. work brings happiness to us. 4. People who dont work and lives on the work of others. 5. Good habits such as punctuality, carefulness, thoroughness and faithfulness in work develops the best character. 2. 1. taking proper care of them. 2. a good tooth paste and a good quality tooth brush. 3. massage our gums. 4. sweets and sticky foods like chocolates, candies, ets. 5. plaque. 3. 1. (d) six to ten days 2. (c) fats 3. (b) belly 4. (a) It does not require food regularly. 5. (b) very big 4. 1. (a) acute pneumonia 2. (a) nutritious food and proper care 3. (c) in hospital 4. (d) it was not original but a painted one 5. (b) a caretaker of a building

2. (a) twelve 3. (a) she found it a missionary country 4. (b) the profession of teaching 5. (d) far away

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1. 1. Wealth brings comfort, a fleeting fancy of joy, but no real happiness. 2. on the occasion of his sons birth. 3. He went to the jungle with five disciples. He gave himself up to fasting and penance. 4. He gave up fasting because he realised that truth may be reached best by nourished brain in a healthy body. 5. fleeting 2. 1. food and breeding grounds. 2. they have to lay eggs. 3. they destroy standing crops. 4. spring comes. 5. find its direction. 3. 1. (b) more than 165 2. (c) They are united in their aims. 3. (d) 1863 4. (b) Switzerland 5. (a) divided 4. 1. (c) they treated them like human beings. 1. 3.

3. the entire kingdom woke up as soon as it became dark. 4. everything cost the same, a single duddu. 5. prepare land for growing crops. 1. (c) naturalist 2. 4. (b) Kashmir (a) courtship habit

3. (d) flowers 5. (b) well-known 4. 1. (a) laugh

2. (a) they give us comfort 3. 5. (c) makes us sad (c) the sky with its clouds and stars 4. (b) it shapes ones life

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 5
1. He showed the signs of his revolutionary spirit right from his early days. 2. Oten used to denigrate the Indian people while teaching. Other students could put up with this insult but Subhash Chandra Bose could not tolerate it. One day he slapped Oten, his teacher, in the class. 3. He decided to appear in the I.C.S. examination in England in deference to the wishes of his father. 4. He wanted to spend his life in serving the motherland and liberating her from the British shackles. 5. His heroes were Rana Pratap and Shivaji.

2. (d) very upset 3. (b) her son 4. (a) her Master would never sell her son. 5. (c) gave relief to

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 4
1. 1. Most of the trees and plants shed their leaves during autumn. This is called defoliation. 2. Deciduous trees shed their leaves every year but evergreen trees dont shed their leaves at one time and thus always appear green. 3. Because leaves of the evergreen trees last for two to three years. As soon as a leaf withers it falls down and a new leaf sprouts in its place. 4. Pines and firs. 5. The magnolia plants bear beautiful white flowers that are used for decoration. 2. 1. do their work in night and sleep during day. 2. they were afraid of being punished with death.

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1. doing acts well and honourably. 2. a graceful behaviour towards superiors, inferiors and equals. 3. good behaviour has been shown. 4. good behaviour gives pleasure to all. 5. illustrate

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(c) it marked the beginning of work and discipline (c) didnt want to go to school

2. (a) class teacher 3. 4. (b) his class teacher was standing with his back to it. 5. (c) sad

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1. (a) fairyland 2. (c) green 3. (a) small ugly creatures that cause trouble to people. 4. (c) goblins 1. 5. (a) sweet love.

4. (d) broomsticks 5. (b) money given in return for loss or damage

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 7
1. Rabindranath Tagore was a poet, writer, musician and philosopher. He liked music and poetry. 2. Banphol was his first poem. He wrote it when he was just 15. 3. In 1913, he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature for his book, Gitanjali. 4. Education was the only means through which India could progress. 5. Shantiniketan was founded in 1901. It is known today as the Vishva Bharati University. 2. 1. combustion of fuels remains incomplete. 2. the complete combustion of fuels. 3. incomplete combustion of fuels. 4. carbon dioxide, water vapour and carbon particles. 5. the heart and lungs. 3. 1. (a) bravery 2. (a) princess 3. (c) his seal 4. (b) she wanted to keep her son with herself. 5. (d) bold 4. 1. (a) satisfaction 2. (a) they get enough rain water 3. (b) in small quantity 4. (a) the sun comes out 5. (b) wonderful

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 6
1. 1. God decided to destroy the earth because the people began to do wrong things. He sent a great flood on the earth to destroy it. 2. Noah was a good man. God told him that he wanted to save him. Therefore, he must build a big boat for his family. 3. The earth was covered with water. No one, nothing survived except Noah and his family. 4. God told Noah that it was time for them all to leave the boat and make a fresh start in the clean, new world. 5. They thanked God for keeping them safe. 2. (a) God (c) chestnut (e) willow 3. 1. (b) it was injured 2. (d) his own silk shirt 3. (a) he had saved its life 4. (a) Siddhartha 5. 4. (c) a medicinal liquid applied to the skin (b) children (d) pines

1. (b) Gonds 2. (a) fighters 3. (b) an inner ring of dancers round a tree

SECTION B : WRITING

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 1
1. 2 August, 2011 5:30 p.m. Today I was surprised to see that a gang of snatchers was arrested by the police at Model

Town, Panipat. They were caught red-handed when they were harassing a lady. However, they agreed to return the articles which they had snatched from the innocent residents of that colony. These articles included 5 gold chains and 10 ear-rings. Arpit

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KARNAM MALLESHWARI Karnam Malleshwari is a great Indian sports person. She is the first ever Indian who has won any medal at Olympic Games. She has been named South Asian of the year by Time Magazine as per report published on December 29, 2000. Karnam Malleshwari bagged bronze in 69 kg weight lifting for women at Sydney Olympics in the year 2000. She received the highest number of votes in a poll recorded by the magazines website.

beyond imagination. Hence, they become a perennial source of pollution. People should take pledge not to use them. They can use cloth and jute bags in place of plastic bags. Some state governments have banned their use. Now, it is the duty of the common masses to cooperate with the government.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 2
1. MESSAGE 10 August, 2011 11:00 a.m. Dear Mother Sarla auntie rang up to say that she is unable to go with you for shopping in the evening. Her father-in-law is arriving from Kolkata. Hence, the shopping trip will be planned in the next week. You must confirm her about it on phone tonight. Juhi 2. Manisha Manisha Manisha : May I come in, Sir? : Thank you, Sir. : I need to ask you a question about yesterdays lecture. : How many tenses are there? : But we have been told that there are two tenses in English.

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Date From To

: : surendermohan@gmail.com : r.kumar@hungamachannel.com

Subject : New Programmes for children Sir It is to bring to your notice that the students stick to television sets during the summer break. They spend their time in watching cartoon network and serials. I want to request you to telecast interesting educational programmes to educate the students. We need to make tremendous efforts to produce good citizens who have civic sense. I want that you should apprise the children of the traffic rules, humility, fundamental duties and rights, their responsibilities towards the nation and environment conservation. These programmes will assist the teaching community in making the children law abiding citizens. With regards Surender Mohan 4. SAY NO TO PLASTIC BAGS Plastic bags pollute our environment. People should be aware of the fact that plastic bags are made of harmful chemicals. They contaminate the eatables carried in it. Moreover, plastic bags are non-biodegradable. It means they cannot be recycled. Obviously they will block the drainage system when thrown away carelessly on the roads or in the streets. And if the drainage system is chocked, pollution will spread. It can become the cause of an epidemic too. The life of plastic bags is

Principal : Certainly. Come in. Have a seat. Principal : How can I help you?

Principal : Okay. Whats the question? Manisha Manisha Principal : Three.

Principal : It is right to some extent, because there is no future tense. Manisha : But time has three divisions. Principal : Sometimes Future Time is referred to with the help of Present Indefinite and Present Progressive. Generally, the modal auxiliaries are used to express future time. Manisha : Thank you, Sir. Principal : Okay.

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Room No.20, Hansraj Hostel SDM School Dehradun 5 May, 2011 Dear Father I am fine here and hope that you will also be in good health. I want to tell you that you should not be worried about me. The school is very good and the teachers are cooperative. I feel convinced that this campus will give me ample opportunity and intensive training to excel in life. My roommates are very studious and sensitive. The other boarders are also diligent, industrious and focus on their career. I assure you that I will achieve my long cherished goals in the company of such talented teachers, sincere roommates and cooperative fellow boarders. I am very thankful to you giving your consent to get me admitted to this school.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 3
1. SUNSHINE SCHOOL, PATNA NOTICE 10 October, 2011 It is to bring to your notice that Diwali is at hand. Children are very excited for this festival. They plan to celebrate it by cracking a variety of crackers. They are least aware of the bad impact of these crackers on our fellow students to celebrate Diwali without crackers. It will be a major step towards environment conservation. Sunil Pal Head Boy

2. Yours affectionately Aditya 4. Good morning to all! We cannot deny the fact that water is essential for survival. Wasting water is very bad. Water harvesting has numerous advantages. One can get drinking water during shortage and droughts. People can consume water from the harvesting units. Water harvesting plants have been a boon to the human civilisation during the times of crisis. It is also beneficial for crops. It gives the people courage to fight with the threat of natural disaster such as famine. The innocent citizens of the nation get benefitted by the water harvesting plants. It is very useful for our farmers. Water harvesting units play a significant role in the lives of the city dwellers too. The residents of cities get potable or drinking water during power crisis. Due to the failure of power they dont get water in their locality. They can be helped by the water harvesting plants.

INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATIONS 15th of August is a red letter day in the history of India. India got freedom on this day. It is celebrated with great pomp and show throughout the country. Preparations in our city are started about a fortnight before the 15th August. Cultural programmes by various parties were organised during day time at various venues, so that the people could enjoy a variety of things and get maximum pleasure. Rehearsals of the parade by policemen and N.C.C. cadets were held on the grounds in the police-lines. People started coming at 8:15 a.m. By 8:45 the pandal was fully packed. The policemen on duty were very active. After a few minutes the honourable Chief Minister arrived. All stood at their places to welcome him. The Chief-guest hoisted the National Flag at 9:00 a.m. The National Anthem was sung by a group of girls of the school. N.C.C. cadets, police-constables, and scouts, in their respective uniforms, marched past the flag. The honourable Chief Minister spoke for a few minutes on the importance of this historical Day.

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201, West Ram Nagar Panipat 10 December, 2011 The Municipal Commissioner West Ram Nagar Panipat Sir I wish to bring to your kind notice that in our street there is no provision for the street lights. The commuters from Delhi face a lot of problems because of the non-availability of the street light. The residents of the locality are also afraid of the theft cases. The manholes of the street have not been covered despite our repeated requests. The inhabitants of the area are perturbed because they have not been given any facility. This colony is authorised. A number of accidents have taken place in the street due to darkness. I humbly request you to look into the matter and do the needful.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 4
1. ABC SCHOOL, AGRA NOTICE 5 August, 2011 This is to notify to you all that a tree plantation ceremony is going to be held in our school premises on 10th August, 2011. All the students of the school are invited to participate in this programme. They are requested to contribute more and more plants. Each class must contribute five plants. Maximum contribution will be rewarded. Jay Prakash Head Boy 2. Jenny Eric Jenny Eric Jenny Eric Jenny Eric Jenny Eric Jenny Eric : I want to go to the post office. Would you please help me? : Which post office do you wish to go? : Main Post Office : You will have to go back. : Really : Yes, of course. : Is there no other alternative? : No : I dont think there is any U turn here. : You will find the U turn after 2 kilometres. : How do I get to the post office from here? : Drive two blocks to 16th Avenue. Then turn right on Forest Street. Go two more blocks to Market Street and turn left. The post office is halfway down the street on the right-hand side. : Thanks.

Yours faithfully Lakshman 4. On Saturday morning our school stadium was fully packed with the students from both the schools D.A.V. Public School and Sun Shine Public School. The match started at 10:00 a.m. sharp. Our captain Sachin Kumar won the toss and decided to bat. The opening batsmen Sunil and Abhijit gave a good start. However, Abhijit got run out at the score of 25. After him three more wickets fell quickly and the total score reached only 65. The middle order batsmen tried their best but they could not add more than 20 runs altogether. Soon the score reached 85 for seven. It was at this stage that Kapil Chandra came on the field. Being an all-rounder he played very well and scored 45 runs. He remained not out. Our team scored 155 runs in the allotted thirty overs. After innings break the Sun Shine School team started batting. They gave a good start but did not show much confidence. Although their target was not big, they could not score even that. Finally, our team was declared victorious. We won the match. Kapil Chandra was declared the Man of the Match. It was an exciting match.

Jenny

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Date From To

: : anitaacharya@gmail.com : savitamenon@yahoo.com

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 5
1. MESSAGE 25 October, 2011 11:30 a.m. Dear Father I received a telephone call from Rohit uncle from Jaipur. He told me that his flight has been cancelled and therefore he could not come to meet you in the evening today. He also told me that he would come after two days. Saurav 2. My birthday falls on 10 October. I am given beautiful presents from father on this day. As usual he gave me battery-operated scooty this year. It is a wonderful gift. I am very excited about it. I dont need a driving license to drive it. Moreover, its operation is very simple. It is without gear. It runs very fast. The colour of my scooty is grey. It has a dazzling headlight. It does not make any noise. It is eco-friendly. 567, Sector-45 Noida 8 August, 2011 My Dear Abhishek I am very happy to know that you succeeded in getting the first position in the National Mathematics Olympiad. I knew that you would bring laurels to your family. You are so diligent and labourious that the Almighty helps you at every step. You have the ability to shape your destiny. It is a matter of pride to declare that I have befriended a genius. Please accept my hearty congratulations and also convey the same to your parents as well. Yours affectionately Mohit Arya

Subject : Make new friends Dear Savita I have come to know that you are not happy at your new school. I hope you are feeling bored and lonely. I advise not to give much importance to such feelings. Your target is to score 95 per cent marks in the Board Exams. You should concentrate on studies and devote maximum time to extensive reading. It is often said that time is a great healer. You should retain patience. You will get good friends very soon. The problem will come to an end as soon as you get company. I advise you to keep patience and seek the guidance of your learned teachers. Your eyes must be on the target. You should think only about your studies. I hope youll follow what I advise you. With regards Anita 4. A hare and a tortoise were good friends. But the hare was proud of his speed and often laughed at the tortoise for his slow speed. One day he asked the tortoise to have a race. The tortoise readily accepted his challenge. He was, however, aware of the hares vanity. Next morning, the race began. A winning post was fixed. The hare ran fast. Soon he was out of sight. The tortoise was left behind. Meanwhile the hare, proud of his speed, decided to take rest for a while. He lay down under a shady tree. Soon he fell fast asleep. But the tortoise didnt stop. He continued his journey. He went on slowly but steadily. On the way, he saw the hare sleeping soundly. He didnt wake him up. Finally, he reached the winning post. At sun-set the hare woke up. Now he was in hurry. He ran fast and reached his destination. But he was shocked to see the tortoise already there. Thus, he lost the race. Moral: Slow and steady wins the race.

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A TRIP TO NAINITAL Our school organised a five-day trip to Nainital during this summer vacation. Needless to say that Nainital is a beautiful hill-station at the southern slopes of the Himalayas. People visit this place to enjoy its cool climate and natural beauty. It was really a very exciting experience. We were 60 students altogether with five teachers. We went upto Kathgodam by train. Then we had to go some kilometres in a bus to reach Nainital. The road went up to the hill in a zig-zag way. There were green trees and deep valleys on both the sides. The path was difficult but the driver was very expert. He drove the bus carefully. When we reached the city of Nainital we saw mountain peaks covered with snow. We went to lakes and enjoyed boating there. We visited many places in Nainital such as Snow View, Cheena Peak and the Government House. We also visited Naina Devi Temple. We enjoyed walking on the famous Mall Road in the evenings. It was a very pleasant trip which I cant forget.

through non-violence and Gandhian means. The winner gets the cash prize of ` 1 crore but this was equally distributed between Mandela and Grameen Bank of Bangladesh. He waged a war against apartheid in South Africa and spent 27 years in jail to bring down an unjust political order. Mandela has already got the highest Indian civilian award of Bharat Ratna . He received this highest award twice. 3. The Principal Delhi Vidyapeeth Sr Sec School Jind Sub: Application for change of section. Sir Respectfully, I want to state that I am studying in class VI-C at your school. I know that the sections have been bifurcated keeping in mind the grades of the students. My aggregate grade point is 7 and I have been shifted to section C. I have always been in Section A. I request you to change my section from C to A so that I can pursue my studies peacefully and I may not feel dejected. I hope that you will understand my predicament and do the needful. Yours faithfully Monika 5 April, 2011 4. Good morning everybody! The scientific advancement of the todays era has surprised everyone. It has made our living comfortable and luxurious. Man has created numerous electronic devices and electrical gadgets for his convenience. Television is one of the most important electronic gadgets of this age of communication. Television is a source of information, entertainment, knowledge pertaining to politics, current affairs, education etc. The diligent and intelligent students watch Discovery Channel, News Channel, National Geograpy, History etc to keep themselves aware of the latest developments in their respective fields. Television is not a bane for the modern man. In fact it is a boon because it exposes the malpractices prevalent in the society. If the

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 6
1. 15 September, 2011 8:00 p.m. Today I saw a film Malamal Weekly. The lead roles were played by veteran actors like Paresh Rawal, Om Puri, Asrani etc. It is a humorous film. It starts with the result of a lottery and later it shows a real picture of attraction for money of the poor folk. Though the theme is serious but the presentation is so humorous that one cant keep silence any way. The visitors kept on laughing during the entire show. I cant forget this film. Rajat 2. NELSON MANDELA The former South African President and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate (1993) was selected to share the Gandhi Peace Prize together with the Grameen Bank of Bangladesh. The latter was selected on the basis of exemplary work resulting in social, economic and political transformation

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citizens of a nation are well acquainted with the current affairs and the activities of politicians and bureaucrats, the nation will certainly grow. The autocratic nature of these people is checked by the selfless service of the newspapers and news channels. Television can be a bane for those who dont use it wisely.

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Date From To

: : sanjeetarora@gmail.com : madanmohan@rediffmail.com

Subject : Complaint regarding unauthorised parking Sir It is to bring to your kind notice that a number of cars and scooters are parked in the locality without taking into consideration the convenience of the travellers. The residents of the locality are facing many problems due to the unauthorised parking. You are requested to look into the matter and make proper arrangements for parking in the locality. The residents of the locality will be thankful to you. With regards Sanjeet

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 7
1. MESSAGE 5 August, 2011 2:00 p.m. Dear Sister I received a telephone call from Rekha when you were not at home. She asked me to inform you that she cannot collect you in the evening to attend the birthday party. She has some urgent work in the office. Sharmila 4. 2. A CRICKET MATCH Cricket is the most popular game in India. The Indian cricket team has beaten all the world famous teams. Yesterday I got an opportunity to witness a cricket match played between India and Pakistan in Feroze Shah Kotla Stadium. The match started with the spin of the coin at 9:30 a.m. The players took position on the field which was beautifully decorated with bunting. A score board was also placed near the stadium. At the very first ball a fine batsman of the Indian team was out. The second player was caught at 39 runs. The next batsman had to cut a sorry figure. He was clean bowled at the score of 42 runs. The Indian team was all out by lunch for 115 runs. The opening batsman of the Pakistan team came to crease. He faced the ball and hit right and left and scored forty runs before he was bowled out. Later on the score was raised to 116 for 8 wickets. Pakistan won the match. Friends and admirers of this team rushed on the ground to congratulate its captain. It was really an exciting match.

Good morning everybody! It is rightly said that speaking is an art. A wise person thinks before he speaks. An experienced and intelligent person never expresses his/her opinions without taking into consideration the results of the speech. No one can deny the fact that great men keep their eyes and ears open and restrain their tongue. They speak only when silence can damage their interest. A remark can change the destiny of a person. Speech has various aspects. The most important aspect is the way of speaking. One cannot go on speaking on the same tone. This practice makes his/ her speech boring and nobody will listen to his/ her speech . Moreover, giving pause at the right place is of utmost importance. Wrong pause/ expression may change the meaning of the expression. At last, I would like to say that the art of speaking should be developed right from childhood.

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1. 5 December, 2011 10:00 p.m. Ambala It was 7:00 a.m. I was going to school. Suddenly I saw that a car driver lost his balance and collided with a pillar. His car crushed a seven-year old girl sleeping on the footpath. Her parents came running from the public convenience and wept bitterly. People tried to console them but her mother kept on crying. The police arrested the driver. I felt moved when I saw her mothers predicament. Rishabh Shukla 2. SWAMI DAYANAND SARASWATI Swami Dayanand Saraswati was born on 12th February 1824. The boy was named Moolshankar. His fathers name was Karsanji Trivedi. He was a tehsildar. Two incidents forced Moolshankar to renounce the world. When his sister, whom he loved dearly, died after a brief illness in 1840, the boy was shattered. Three years later, in 1843, before he could even begin to recover from the loss of his sister, he suffered another shock when his beloved uncle also died. Questions about life and death, about the transitory nature of all human ambitions, began to hunt the young boy. Moolshankar lost his interest in home and surroundings and left home quietly in 1846. He was then 22. One day he met saint Poornanand. It was this elderly ascetic and scholar who initiated him into the ascetic order. 3. The Principal D.A.V. Multipurpose School Butana Sub: Regarding grant of free studentship. 4.

Sir Most humbly I beg to say that I am a student of your school studying in class VI. My father is a peon in a publishing company. He earns ` 6000 per month. He has a big family to support. He wants to give me a good education but he cannot pay my school fee any further. I am a good student of your school. I obtain the highest marks in my class every year. Teachers have high hopes from me. I, therefore, request you to kindly grant me full fee concession from class VI onward so that I may continue my studies. Thanking you Yours Obediently Vijay Rana ADVANTAGES OF READING NEWSPAPERS A newspaper in this modern society has great social and educative value. It is a common media of giving news along with views. We cannot live without it. It is the basic need of the common people. By reading newspapers we come to know what is happening around us. Nobody wants to live in ignorance. Hence, reading newspapers becomes essential. They are a link between the common people and the government. Newspapers have literary importance too. The learned persons contribute their articles to enlighten and broaden the outlook of the educated people. They encourage the people to oppose the social evils like female foeticide, dowry, etc. The unemployed young men and women come to know of various job opportunities through newspapers. The teenagers can improve their vocabulary by reading newspapers. Thus, the advantages of reading newspapers are many.

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SECTION C : GRAMMAR

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 1
1. (a) (iii) flock (c) (i) a little (e) (ii) will (g) (ii) at 2. (a) (i) The (c) (i) a (e) (iv) no article (g) (ii) the 3. (a) has arrived (c) had seen (e) have not seen (g) had run 4. (b) (iv) What (d) (h) (i) Would (i) much (f) (iii) in

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(a) Grass is eaten by the cow. (b) The plants are being watered by the garderner. (c) He is loved by me. (d) The sum was solved by him.

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(a) Did boys run fast? (b) Is the teacher teaching us? (c) Do I go to the market? (d) Have we done our homework?

(b) (iv) no article (d) (ii) an (f) (iii) an (h) (iv) no article (b) have been learning (d) is playing (f) plays (h) were taking 1. 5.

(a) sacked (c) retired

(b) was looted (d) were killed

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 3
(a) (iii) the modern name of (b) (i) transferred his (c) (i) was intended to (d) (ii) in some cases (e) (iv) from Delhi to (f) (i) the capital of the (g) (iii) until the (h) (iii) when it came 2. (a) (i) is heated (c) (ii) is poured 3. (a) most beautiful (c) better (e) most popular (g) hotter 4. (b) (ii) are put (d) (i) is poured

(a) His skin is very thick, rough and dry. (b) His trunk helps him to eat and drink. (c) His trunk also serves him as the nose. (d) Some elephants have long white tusks.

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(a) and (c) should (e) pray (g) not

(b) we (d) ourselves (f) give (h) have

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 2
1. (a) (iii) the best known (b) (ii) on the body (c) (i) When we laugh (d) (i) are burned off (e) (iv) warmth (f) (iii) stimulates (g) (i) in the body (h) (ii) many body functions 2. (a) (i) beside (c) (iv) shall (e) (iii) can (g) (ii) himself (b) (i) since

(b) younger (d) worse (f) intelligent (h) least

(a) It was raining heavily. (b) Anjana said that she was going to the market. (c) The princess praised the woman for her sincerity. (d) Good boys help their friends.

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(a) Sports make the body strong. (b) Camels are the ship of desert. (c) Good children never tell a lie. (d) Mrs Mathur made an excellent speech.

(d) (ii) should (f) (iv) team (h) (iii) A little

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1. (a) (ii) with (c) (i) they (e) (iii) must (g) (ii) army 2. (a) (iv) had gone (b) (ii) has been suffering from (c) (i) Did the doctor prescribe (d) (ii) Is your father a doctor 3. (a) My father does not go to the market in the evening. (b) All the participants did not work hard. (c) They were not discussing some important issues. (d) My uncle wont come tomorrow. 4. (a) He has done his homework himself. (b) We have heard his speech. (c) Girls have prepared tea. (d) The naughty boy has thrown the ball into the pond. 5. (a) living lived (c) cleverer clever (e) to than (g) him them (b) the a (d) but and (f) shares shared (h) liked like 2. (b) (ii) who (d) (iv) of (f) (h) (ii) should (i) because 4.

(e) an the (f) to of (g) kilometre kilometres (h) is are (a) ran amok (c) has been nabbed 5. (b) is building (d) will, throw open

(a) The police catch the criminals. (b) A dictionary has been bought by them. (c) Does the cat catch the mouse? (d) Abhinav said that he was working hard to get good marks.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 6
1. (a) (ii) had gone (b) (ii) has come (c) (iv) has been teaching (d) (i) sets (e) (iv) will buy (f) (i) went (g) (iii) is playing (h) (i) did (a) (i) on (c) (ii) between (e) (ii) For (g) (iii) by (b) (iii) in (d) (f) (h) (i) for (ii) of (i) in

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 5
1. (a) (i) The few (c) (iii) eldest (e) (ii) Each (g) (ii) oldest 2. (b) (f) (i) many (i) many (d) (iv) any (h) (iii) many

3.

(a) The teacher said that he didnt like that. (b) He asked me where he lived. (c) Rita said that she would go to a movie the next day. (d) Arpit said that Vikas wrote a letter.

(a) (iii) want to book a taxi for (b) (i) Could you tell me your name (c) (ii) will I have to pay (d) (i) have booked the taxi

4.

(a) We should love our country. (b) When will you return these books? (c) The climate of India is hot. (d) Why are you looking so sad?

3.

(a) higher highest (b) a the (c) among along (d) It They

5.

(a) by (c) are (e) have (g) that

(b) who (d) predict (f) safer (h) can

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1. (a) (ii) was raining (c) (i) delayed (e) (ii) shone (g) (i) feel 2. (a) (ii) bunch (c) (iv) the (e) (ii) Could (g) (iii) them 3. (a) with of (b) (ii) were hidden (d) (i) had fallen (f) (iv) lifted (h) (ii) will get (b) (ii) much (d) (f) (i) who (i) should 5. 4.

(c) by from (e) into in (g) from with (a) Sheep give us wool. (b) Hunters kill deer.

(d) much many (f) its their (h) enters enter

(c) Birds are busy in building their nest. (d) Policemen catch thieves. (a) depth (c) innocence (e) growth (g) knowledge (b) freedom (d) beauty (f) privacy (h) perfection

(h) (iv) an (b) live lives

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SECTION A
1. A. (a) prices of goods rise faster than they are made. (b) faulty government expenditure, labour unions, wars, etc. (c) they are afraid that the cost of various goods will rise further. (d) they see that their goods are selling well. (e) the savers, creditors, pensioners and salaried people. (f) they use the wrong controls. B. (a) chasing (b) steady (c) expand (d) suffer 2. 1. (d) Two years 2. (b) 1879 3. (b) America 4. 5. 3. (c) He produced the hearing aid for the deaf. (c) switched off 5.

4. (a) slight excuse or reason 5. (b) she remains busy in her work all the time.

SECTION B
4. ABC SCHOOL, HARYANA NOTICE 15 February, 2011 This is to inform you that classwise picnics will take place in the guidance of class teachers on Saturday, 25th February. The students of class VI will be taken to Appu Ghar. Those who are willing to join this school picnic should give their names and a deposit of ` 200 each to the undersigned. Mahesh Captain Class VI Shimla is a beautiful hill- station. We spent a week there visiting various places. Shimla is called the Queen of hill-stations. The green

1. (b) Both are stinging insects. 2. (a) Wasp 3. (d) Tolerate

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valleys, high mountains with snow at the top and other national scenery add to the beauty of the place. The climate there is so pleasant that one is tempted to visit this place in every weekend. We visited many springs. We also visited Ridge, Bada Bazar, Lakkar Bazar, Jakhoo Temple and Kufri. At Kufri we had a view of snow. We visited Glenn too. It is a thickly wooded forest. It is located around 4 kilometres from the centre of Shimla. The thick cover of the deodar trees makes this place a calm and tranquil locale. I liked this place very much. 6. XYZ, Jagat Puri New Delhi 10 August, 2011 Dear Suman Our summer holiday will start from the next week. I think yours will also start from the same week. I have planned to visit all the important places of Delhi during the vacation. I would like to invite you to spend a few holidays with me in Delhi. You know Delhi is the capital of India and has many historical places worth-visiting. The Red Fort, the India Gate, the Jama Masjid, the Qutab Minar, the Rashtrapati Bhawan, etc. tell the history of India. A visit to these places will add to our knowledge. I hope you will accept my invitation and come to me with enough time. Convey my regards to uncle and auntie and love to Neha. Yours Rehman 7. It was a hot summer day. A thirsty bee flew here and there to quench its thirst. Finally it came to a canal. By chance it fell into it while trying to drink water. The waves of the canal were strong and they washed the bee far away. The bee tried hard to reach the shore but in vain. A dove flew past. It looked the tremendous efforts of the bee to come out of the canal. The dove took pity on the bee and dropped a big leaf into the water. The bee

looked at the dove and climbed on the leaf. It waited there for some time and the moment its wings became dry it flew away. A few days later a hunter came to the forest. He aimed at the dove. The bee noticed it and found that the dove helped it in the trying circumstances. It also intended to help the dove. The bee attacked the hunter and stung him. The hunter could not shoot the dove. The bee saved the doves life. One good act of the dove became a boon to it. She thanked the bee for saving her life.

SECTION C
8. (a) (iii) remained at (b) (i) with him (c) (i) from village to village (d) (iv) Whenever (e) (i) travelled (f) (ii) do you travel (g) (i) travelled by bullock-cart (h) (iv) did not succeed 9. (a) (i) shall (c) (iii) would (e) (iii) May (g) (ii) could 10. (a) at in (c) or and (e) a the (g) became become 11. (a) picked up (c) issue (b) (i) can

(d) (ii) will (f) (iv) must (h) (i) should

(b) was is (d) stones stone (f) what that (h) figures figure (b) was killed (d) will

12. (a) He said that he wanted a pen. (b) The teacher said that he would see those boys then. (c) Raman asked where I was going. (d) He said that he had learnt two lessons the previous day.

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SECTION A
1. A. (a) The multi-coloured floral decorations are an essential part of the Onam celebration. (b) Onam is celebrated in the month of August-September. One feature of this month the harvest has been reaped and granaries are full. (c) Mahabali was an asura king who ruled Kerala. People loved him because he was a wise and good ruler. (d) Indra is the king of gods. He wanted to oust Mahabali because he exercised great power in the heavens the nether world. (e) In order to oust Mahabali Vishnu disguised himself as a Brahmin boy, Vamana. He then went to Mahabali and asked him for as much land as he could cover in three steps. Mahabali agreed to this request. Vamana immediately grew his size and covered the earth, the heavens and the nether world in two steps. He then placed his third step on the head of Mahabali and pushed him down. (f) Mahabali requested Vishnu to allow him to come to the earth once a year to see his people. Vishnu granted his request. B. (a) legend (b) nether (c) generously (d) grandeur 2. 1. (a) Goddess Kali 2. (b) health 3. (a) he had a vision of Goddess Kali. 4. (d) showing deep respect for religion 5. (b) all religions lead to the same goal 3. 1. (a) the cupboard door 2. (c) Tom had stolen jam from the cupboard 3. (d) divert her attention 4. (a) making him work 5. (b) went out with great speed

SECTION B
4. Monday, 23 September, 2011 9:00 p.m. Our school organised an inter-school debate competition on Importance of Plantation. I participated in this debate and won the first prize. Man has thoughtlessly cut down forests for his need. This has imbalanced the environment. Hence, it is the need of the hour to highlight the importance of plantation. We should grow more and more trees in order to keep our environment healthy. Greenery should be spread everywhere. Amit 5. Sachin Tendulkar is a great name in the history of cricket. He was born on 24th April, 1973 in Mumbai. He was groomed by famous cricket guru Ramakant Achrekar. His test debut was like a baptism with fire when he played his first series against Pakistan in 1989. He took time to make his mark and reached his peak during 1994 to 1999. Everybody has some lacuna and Sachin is also a human being. He has never been a successful captain. But almost all batting records are in his name and he is still counting. He had been a part of the 2011 World Cup Cricket winning Indian Team. He has made total 18,000 runs in ODIs. He is really a great cricketer. Date From To : : manav1357@gmail.com : principal@abcschool.com

6.

Subject : Regarding the repair work of school building Sir I want to draw your kind attention towards the bad condition of our classrooms. Needless to say that our school building has become very old. The class-

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rooms in which we students are studying are in their worst condition. The cement plaster of the rooms keeps on falling every now and then. Our attention gets diverted due to this reason. Also, we feel insecure. Rainy season adds to our problems. I, therefore, on behalf of all the students of school, request you to pay attention to it and get the repairs done in time. I hope for the best from you. Yours obediently Manav 7. Hints: Movies like Taare Jamin Par, Black, Pa, Abra Cadabra etc. shown. Films entertained the audience, especially the children. Films were thought-provoking. Films were based on some social issues also. Such shows should be promoted. FILM FESTIVAL ORGANISED

SECTION C
8. (a) (iv) fastest (c) (i) a (e) (i) has (g) (iv) uses 9. (a) (iii) returned (b) (ii) did you see (c) (i) was the weather (d) (i) forgot 10. (a) what he was doing. (b) he was writing a letter to Raju. (c) who was Raju. (d) he was his cousin. 11. (a) Ashoka is known for his welfare works. (b) He organised a great digging of wells in India. (c) He got trees planted on both sides of the roads. (d) He also established hospitals and public parks for the welfare of the people. 12. (a) Did he go to the market? (b) Children were playing in the field. (c) A sweater is being knitted by my mother. (d) They do not shout loudly. (b) (ii) an (d) (iii) can (f) (ii) referred (h) (iii) with

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SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT
SOLUTIONS/ HINTS SECTION A : READING

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 1
1. 1. Dicky Dolma was born on 5 April 1974 in Palchan, a village in Himachal Pradesh. 2. Dolma recalls how the boy reduced to tears while carrying a sack of grain along with her on a hill. But she was built of sterner stuff. She offered to do his shares as well. 3. He wrote a letter to Dolmas parents asking them to allow her for a skiing course. After reading his letter her parents agreed. 4. In 1993, she achieved the unique distinction of being the youngest woman to climb the Everest. 5. carried. 2. 1. their occupation. 2. fought in the battlefield. 3. he was a wise man. 4. looking after the crops and the cattle and dealing in goods. 5. the Yadvas of western India. 3. 1. (d) India 2. (c) Portuguese and Spanish 3. (a) good fish-catcher 4. (a) fish 5. (b) silly 4. 1. (a) Speak frankly 2. (c) speak as much as you 3. (b) he does not want you to talk either 4. (d) it is found out soon 5. (d) to change

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 2
1. 1. The Western Ghats are a narrow stretch of hills. The total area of the Western Ghats is about 1,60,000 sq km. 2. The average annual rainfall of the Western Ghats is 2,500 mm. Tropical evergreen rainforests are found here. 3. Huge colonies of rock bee and bats live here. 4. Nearly 150 species of ants and 508 species of mammals live in the Western Ghats. 5. 300 species of butterflies and 193 species of fresh-water fishes are found in the Western Ghats. 2. 1. he loved children very much. 2. his sisters were much younger than him. 3. Kashmir to the rich plains. 4. he got higher education. 5. prosperous 3. 1. (c) banyan tree

2. (d) Alis grandfathers beard was white. 3. (a) he was very old 4. (b) pale pink with a small green tail 5. 4. 1. (c) laughed quietly (c) on ice

2. (b) extreme cold 3. (d) snow 4. (a) he makes his own bed 5. (c) storm with a lot of snow and strong wind

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UNIT ASSIGNMENT 3
1. 1. Some governments like Bangladesh, Bhutan and Zanzibar have decided to ban plastic bags. 2. Trees produce oxygen, which human beings inhale, by taking in carbon dioxide in the presence of sunlight. 3. Grasses hold up top soil and absorb a lot of carbon dioxide. They fill a gap in places where there isnt enough rain for large trees to grow. 4. The toxic gas that petrol-run vehicles and aeroplanes emit is the major cause of air pollution. 5. Green cover means the entire environment which needs to be protected by mankind by avoiding the use of plastic bags from our lives. 2. 1. little Diamond knocked down the lighted candle. 2. burnt to ashes. 3. his little Diamond had done all the mischief. 4. stroked him on the head with his usual affection. 5. Newton was a very kind person. 3. 1. (b) it is high in calories 2. (b) fleshy and fibrous 3. (a) constipation 4. (c) skin

2.

1. helps to adapt to stress. 2. common colds, headaches, stomach disorders, etc. 3. dried leaves of tulsi into them 4. Shyama tulsi 5. tulsi cures all illnesses and promotes longevity.

3.

1. Kashmir lies in the northwestern Indian subcontinent. It is surrounded by China in the northeast, the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh and Punjab in the south by Pakistan in the west and by Afghanistan in the northwest. 2. The southern and south eastern parts of the region make up the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. 3. Islam 4. Hinduism 5. Both have lived in harmony since the 13th century. They co-exist and complement each other.

4.

1. 2.

(c) rarely get ill (c) fit and healthy

3. (a) upsetting calcium phosphorus balance in body 4. (d) worried all the time 5. (b) a short, interesting story

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 5
1. (a) song (b) arrow (c) song (d) unbroken (e) effect 2. 1. the AMUL man. 2. innovatives like having a network of veterinary services and cattle breeding centres. 3. dairy development programme. 4. dependence on milk imports. 5. happening very easily or quickly. 3. 1. The flowers in the garden got damaged due to strong winds that brought rain and sleet.

5. (b) fights 4. 1. (b) the gold 2. (b) digging a hole in the garden 3. (d) return his measure 4. (a) a piece of gold stuck to it 5. (d) put into the earth

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 4
1. (a) dresses (b) common (c) spoiling (d) restrictions (e) common

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2. Due to cold wind. 3. She lay in bed most of her time, because the bed gave her warmth. 4. One night the hot-water bottle burst, soaking the bed. 5. She felt so weak that she could not get up and close her bedroom window. 4. 1. 2. (c) cinema (c) Oscar awards are given every year

4.

1. (b) slowly and silently 2. (a) dove 3. (c) log 4. (b) running 5. (a) silvery

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 7
1. 1. In the forests of Asia and Africa. 2. Ten or eleven feet. 3. Trunk. Its various uses are: It serves as a finger for picking up small things. It serves as hand for holding large things. It serves as an arm for lifting weights. 4. They can walk fast long distances. They are good at swimming. 5. Today they are used to pull down huge trees and to carry huge logs. 2. (a) nuisance (b) hat (c) blossoms (b) sail (d) fly 3. 1. Sri Lanka, China, Japan, Korea and Thailand 2. Three menone very sick, one very old and one dead. 3. the cure of mans suffering 4. controlling his selfish desires 5. a man of fine understanding 4. 1. (a) Kamalamma 2. (b) an old woman 3. (c) pots for festivals 4. (b) three daughters 5. (a) collected

3. (b) Louis B. Mayor 4. (a) media played a major role 5. (c) words or lines that are taken from a book

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 6
1. 1. As Sacred Tree, Heal All, Natures Drugstore, Village Pharmacy and Panacea for all diseases. 2. Neem oil is used for preparing cosmetics. It is used in the treatment of acne. It is effective mosquito repellent. 3. Neem repels pests and affects their growth. 4. It has anti-desertification properties. It is a good carbon dioxide sink. 5. To sleep on neem leaves. 2. 1. wisdom of King Solomon 2. was made of real flowers. 3. both the garlands looked very much alike 4. began hovering around the garland in the Queens right hand. 5. she found him really a very wise man 3. 1. (b) it is marked with light and dark rings. 2. (a) lies close to the ground 3. (d) insects 4. (a) it is a lovely pet 5. (c) make free of something

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SECTION B : WRITING

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 1
1. MESSAGE 20 September, 2011 4:00 p.m. Dear Mohit I received a telephone call from Suresh when you were not at home. He asked me to inform you that the new chairman would visit your school tomorrow with a team of inspectors. You must reach the school on time. If you have any school document with you then you must bring it with you. Sheela 2. Student 1 : Do we have homework for tomorrow? Teacher : How sincere you are?

3.

78-A, Vasundhara Enclave New Delhi 4 June, 2011 Dear Naveen You will be glad to know that the marriage of my elder sister will be solemnised on 3 December, 2011. The boy is a doctor and belongs to a good family. His elder brother is an engineer. I want that you should be with me on this auspicious occasion. You and your parents are cordially invited to attend the marriage party. You are to reach here on 1 December, 2011 to make the arrangements of the party. I hope that you will come in time with your parents. Yours sincerely Kapil

4.

Student 2 : Sir, the whole class is sincere. Teacher : You are absolutely right. I am proud of you all.

Student 3 : Homework is very important. You are very regular in giving us homework. Perhaps therefore, we are so sincere and get good marks. Teacher : You get everything revised while doing homework. Hence, it is necessary for students.

Student 4 : Sir, this is the reason we want to know about our homework. Teacher : Yes. Read pages 24 to 36 and answer the questions on page 37, in writing. Dont do questions 9 and 11, well do those in class.

Once a crow was very thirsty. The weather was extremely hot. The scorching heat was intolerable and aggravating the problem. The crow flew here and there in search of water. But he could not find water anywhere. Eventually, he reached a garden. There he saw a jug. He felt delighted. He perched on the brim of the jug and peeped into it. There was little water in it. However, he tried to drink it but in vain. His beak could not touch the surface of the water. He became sad but he did not get disheartened. He had a plan. Some pebbles were lying near the jug. He picked them up one by one and dropped them into the jug. The level of the water rose up. He quenched his thirst and flew away with the feeling of satisfaction. Hard work never goes in vain. Moral: Where there is a will, there is a way.

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UNIT ASSIGNMENT 2
1. THE CULTURAL SOCIETY Tilak Public School, Pune NOTICE 20 January, 2012 The Cultural Society of our school is going to organise a Fancy Dress Competition for the students of class VI on the occasion of the Republic Day. The students who are willing to participate in this competition are requested to send their names to the undersigned by January 22. Chetna Head Girl Junior Wing 2. A young boy came in the evening to meet you. He was tall and handsome. He was wearing a white Tshirt and a blue jeans. He had a fair complexion. His curly hair was neatly combed. He seemed courteous and good-mannered. He spoke in a low voice. He did not give his name. He only told that he is one of your good friends. Date From To : : sapnasingania@yahoo.com : rajeevsingania@gmail.com

4.

HEALTH CHECK-UP CAMP A Health Check-up Camp was organised by the Rotary Club in our school premises on 10 November, 2011. The camp was inaugurated by the Health Minister at 10 oclock. Four prominent doctors of the city were cordially invited. They showed great patience while examining the health of the students. More than 200 students were examined. Most of them were alright except a few. The students who had health problems were provided medicines free of cost by the Rotary Club. The programme continued till 5:00 p.m. It was really a very nice programme. Students got benefitted by this.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 3
1. 5 September, 2011 Thursday The students of our school celebrated the Teachers Day in the school premises. They adopted a new way of celebrating the day. They requested the teachers to give opportunities to them to teach the pupils. They represented their teachers in the classrooms and taught their fellow students. This was followed by cultural programmes. They staged solo and group dance performances. I participated in the Solo Dance. Anjan 2. RABINDRANATH TAGORE Rabindranath Tagore was born on 7 May, 1861 at Jorasanko, Calcutta. He was the son of Devendranath Tagore and Sarda Devi. Among nine sons and six daughters, Rabindranath was the last but one, namely Budhendernath who, however, died in infancy. He was admitted to the Oriental Seminary in 1868. He received the sacred thread when he was eleven years old. He founded a school named Shantiniketan on 22 December, 1901. The English translation of Rabindranaths poems, called Gitanjali, appeared in book form in 1912. In 1913, he was awarded with the Nobel Prize for Literature for Gitanjali. He was the very first Asian to receive such honour. He breathed his last on 7 August, 1941.

3.

Subject : Thanks Dear Aunt I am very thankful to you for sending a beautiful gift on my birthday. I never thought that you would remember my birthday. When I received your letter and the gift, I wept bitterly. I missed you on the occasion of my birthday. I love you from the core of my heart. I request you to write me about your return journey from New York. I shall come to receive you at the airport. I thank you again for sending me such a beautiful present. With regards Sapna

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School Hostel Sun Rise Public School New Delhi 10 November, 2011 My dear father Our school is organising an educational tour during the winter break. We have planned to visit Mathura, Agra and Bharatpur. Five senior teachers will accompany us. We shall visit many places worth-seeing. This tour will definitely increase our knowledge. Papa, please allow me to join this educational tour and kindly send atleast one thousand rupees for tour expenses. I have to pay seven hundred rupees in school office. Hope for the best. Convey my regard to dear mother and love to Nitu. Rest is fine. Yours affectionately Ratan

2.

Jolly Jay Jolly Jay Jolly Jay Jolly Jay Jolly

: Please close the window, Jay. Its a little chilly in here. : Okay. Is there anything else I can do for you before I leave? : Could you turn off the light in the kitchen? : No problem. Anything else? : Ummm, please hand me the remote control of the TV. Its over there. : Sure. Here. : Thanks. : Take care of yourself in my absence. : Dont worry. Ill be careful. Thanks again.

3.

125-A, Shiv Colony New Delhi 3 April, 2011 The Postmaster Daryaganj New Delhi Sir It is to bring to your kind notice that the postman of my area does not carry out his duty sincerely and honestly. The residents of the locality are disturbed because of his irregular delivery of letters. Sometimes he throws the letters near the main gate irrespective of the letter box. It is found that he throws my letters in others houses and the important letters are lost. I would like to tell you that last month I had to receive a very important letter from LIC of India. He did not deliver it in time and I had to pay a penalty of ` 1000. I request you to counsel the postmaster. I hope necessary actions will be taken to resolve this issue. Yours faithfully Ranjan

4.

Hints: Delhi pride of India. Capital of India. A monumental city. Hub of tourists. A lot of places of attractions like the Akshardham Temple, the Red Fort, ChandniChowk, the Rajghat, the Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Purana Quila, the Qutab Minar, the Lotus Temple, the Birla Mandir, etc. A city of flyovers, wide roads. Metro a new chapter in its glory.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 4
1. ABC SCHOOL, INDORE NOTICE 11 September, 2011 A devastating flood has badly hit the people of Bihar. Most of those affected belong to the poor sections of the society. They are in a crying need of your help. You are requested to contribute liberally to the fund. Your help can minimize the misery of the flood-victims. Vijaya Head Girl

4.

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the trying circumstances. They were to go through a dense forest. They suddenly saw a bear in front of them. They were in a fix. They could not decide how to protect themselves. One of them was a selfish friend. He climbed the tree without thinking about his companion. The other did not know how to climb up a tree. He thought of a plan to protect him from the bear. He lay down on the ground and held his breath. The bear reached the spot and smelt the boy from top to bottom. He considered him a corpse and went away. The boy on the tree climbed down and informed his friend the bear had gone. He asked his friend, What did the bear say in your ear? He replied that the bear advised me to beware of the false friends. The boy felt ashamed and kept mum. The basis of friendship is trust. It must not be broken in any circumstances.

3.

Date From To

: : karansaroha@gmail.com : sanjaykapoor@esss.com

Subject : Lack of clean toilets. Sir It is to inform you that I visited your prestigious institution on 3 September, 2011 to meet my brother. But I am sorry to tell you that the toilets of your school were not clean. It is expected that the school authorities should take care of cleanliness as it is said that cleanliness is next to Godliness. The students should be taught to live in a hygienic and pollution free environment. Unfortunately, the school fails to train the students in cleanliness. I request you to look into the matter and appoint the required number of sweepers to maintain cleanliness on the campus. With regards Karan 4. VALUE OF GAMES It is often said that a healthy mind lives in healthy body. Creativity and productivity can be enhanced by making the pupils healthy. They must not suffer from any chronic and fatal disease. The students can actively take part in all the activities if they have no ailment. It is possible only when they play daily. Physical fitness makes the human beings active, energetic, enthusiastic and decisive. They become alert and accomplish all assignments. Those who are unhealthy cannot enjoy life. They seem lazy, disheartened and dejected. They lose the battle of life. All work and no play make Jack a dull boy is a popularly known saying. Team games gives us lessons in coordination. Sports persons become disciplined and supportive. Man is a social animal. He should adept to the new situations. A sportsman learns to adjust himself in the team. Victory and defeat must not be given importance. The most important is to learn team work and persistent efforts to grow. It is rightly said that there is always a scope for improvement. Games hone our life skills. The most unfortunate

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 5
1. MESSAGE 20 November, 2011 Dear Father Anurag uncle called you up in the morning. He has met with an accident and is admitted at Max Hospital, Saket. He has requested you to reach there with ` 10,000 urgently. He may need blood also. Please do hurry. Ravi 2. My school is situated on the main road. The road always remains busy. The rush of the traffic reaches its peak in the morning, when it is our school time. As usual I reached the school before time. I was standing at the gate. Suddenly I saw a young boy, on a bicycle, got hit by a speeding bike. He was thrown off his bicycle. He got injuries at several places of his body. He soon got fainted because the bleeding was incessant. Some passersby who had stopped at the spot came to his rescue. They picked up the boy and took him to a nearby hospital.

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thing is that parents do not allow children to play. They are forced to study round the clock. These children develop a sick mentality. They become the victim of complex. Games refresh players and instil a sense of responsibility in the sportspersons.

Sir With due respect I want to say that a fine of ` 50 has been imposed on me for returning the library book late. Sir, I was suffering from high fever. I was on sick leave for a week. The delay was caused due to this reason. Otherwise I am very punctual about returning the book in time. You may check my record. I, therefore, request you to please exempt me from paying the fine. I shall remain grateful to you forever. Thanking you Yours sincerely Saunak 4. Hints: A famous poet Wordsworth said A child is the father of man. Childhood is the primary stage of human life. A child grows in a certain family, society. A child learns as per the culture and environment of the family and society in which he/ she grows. Habits, nature learnt grow with his/ her age. Later in life his/ her habits mature. Hence, manhood/ womanhood reflects his/ her environment.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 6
1. 30 July, 2012, Tuesday 7:50 p.m. I participated in a zonal exhibition on craft held in our school at the Middle Courtyard. The aim of the exhibition was to bring out the potential of the young students. They were given numerous opportunities to make beautiful dolls and design rakhies . All the participants decorated thalies and pitchers. Nearly 20 schools participated in this zonal exhibition and emphasized on the production of handicraft. I painted the pitcher with red and blue colour and decorated it beautifully. Though I didnt get any position yet I enjoyed the competition. Ankita 2. GAUTAM BUDDHA Gautam Buddha was born around 566 BC to Mahamaya and Suddodana, King of Kapilavastu. His childhood name was Siddhartha. When he was sixteen his father got him married to Yasodhara. He came across three things that changed his life forever. He saw an old man, a sick man and a dead body. He was 29 when he renounced the world. His teaching involved four basic principles: The world is full of suffering and misery. Desire is the main reason of suffering. Suffering can be removed by removing desire. Desire can be overcome by following the Eight Fold Path. 3. The Librarian Gateway Public School Aurangabad July 10, 2012 Sub: Request for exemption from paying fine.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 7
1. ABC SENIOR MIDDLE SCHOOL, DELHI NOTICE 30 April, 2012 This is to inform you that our school is organising an excursion to Nainital during the coming summer vacation. The schedule of the tour is from 22 May to 28 May. The students who are willing to join this excursion must bring a permission letter from their parents along with ` 2000 and submit to the undersigned latest by 15 May. Mansi Head Girl

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Hints: LCD a new gadget of T.V. Equipped with many added features. Big screen loaded with a feature of a computer. Storing capacity, high picture quality, real life images, etc.

4.

THE LION AND THE MOUSE Once a lion was enjoying a sound sleep at the entrance of his den. A mouse came out of its hole in the rock and, seeing the lion, got on his body. The lion awoke and caught the mouse in his paw and snubbed the mouse. He said How dare you disturbed my peace of mind? Do you want that I should put an end to your life? The mouse got frightened and felt sorry. He requested the lion to forgive him. The lion sympathised with him and forgave him. The mouse thanked him and returned to his hole. A few days later the same lion was entrapped by a hunter. He was caught in a net. He tried his best to free himself but all in vain. The net was too strong to break. The lion roared loudly. The mouse heard his loud roar. He came to the spot and decided to help the lion. He started cutting one cord after another till the lion was free. The lion thanked the mouse for his act of kindness. Moral: Do good, find good.

3.

B-41, Alka Apartment Preet Vihar New Delhi November 10, 2011 My dear father Hope that you must be pulling on well with your health. It has come to my notice that you are coming from London on 25 November, 2011. Mom has told me that you want to bring some special present of my choice. I would just like to have a mobile phone with latest technology in which all the facilities be available. Papa, please tell me the arrival time of your flight so that I along with my mom and sister, Ritika may come to receive you. Rest is fine. Yours affectionately Sanjeet

SECTION C : GRAMMAR

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 1
1. (a) (i) picked (c) (iv) breathed (e) (ii) could live (g) (ii) has died 2. (a) (iii) much (c) (ii) a little (e) (iv) any (g) (i) oldest 3. (b) (i) could not get 4. (d) (ii) build (f) (iii) led (h) (iv) help (b) (ii) Each (d) (i) many (f) (iv) Many (h) (iii) Neither 5.

(b) Plants are being watered by them. (c) A letter was written by mother. (d) The sum was being solved by boys. (a) Smita does not teach English. (b) Girls are not painting the door. (c) We have not done our work in time. (d) The poor boy did not ask for food. (a) a (c) An (e) a (g) The (b) the (d) the (f) The (h) an

(a) The poor are helped by me.

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1. (a) (ii) should (c) (i) could (e) (i) can (g) (i) will 2. (a) (i) has gone (b) (i) Does he go for (c) (iii) When will he return (d) (ii) Would you like 3. (a) The dog barked at night (b) Did Suman polish his shoes? (c) He had bought a pair of shoes for him. (d) He said that his mother was knitting a sweater for him. 4. (a) an (c) on (e) herself (g) When 5. (b) who (d) as (f) and (h) of 3. 2. 1. (b) (iv) Would (d) (ii) could (f) (iii) must (h) (iv) will 5. 4.

(c) Sweets are liked by her. (d) The Taj was built by Shahjahan. (a) turtle turtles (c) who that (e) some the (g) number numbers (a) swept (c) has agreed (b) an a (d) bend bending (f) occurs occur (h) but and (b) banned (d) back

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 4
(a) (ii) whom (c) (i) who (e) (ii) that (g) (iii) that (a) (i) will (c) (iv) Shall (e) (iii) Can (g) (iii) may (a) most (c) in (e) was (g) and 4. (b) (f) (i) which (ii) whom (d) (iv) who (h) (iii) which (b) (d) (f) (h) (i) should (i) May (i) could (i) must

(a) Walt Disney founded Disneyland in 1955 at California, U.S.A. (b) It is a popular recreation centre for people. (c) He also set up Disney World. (d) It is another city of spectacles and amusement rides in U.S.A.

(b) it (d) was (f) by (h) this

(a) The technological development has polluted our air, oceans and rivers. (b) Our rivers are becoming dark. (c) Fishes are rotting on the sea-shores.

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 3
1. (a) (ii) On (c) (i) off (e) (ii) in (g) (iii) with 2. (a) (iii) broke (e) (i) falls (g) (iii) had done 3. (b) (d) (h) (i) at (i) of 5. (i) among

(d) Trees are withering and cities are filled with foul air. (a) mob (b) strength (c) to (d) Children do not play in the evening (e) Is the Principal sitting in his chamber? (f) I study day and night because I want to get good marks. (g) a little (h) Present Perfect Tense

(f) (iii) across

(b) (iii) died (i) forgot (ii) were breaking (f)

(c) (i) has been crying (d)

(h) (iv) will catch

(a) Mangoes were purchased by my mother. (b) The newspaper is being read by the boy.

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1. (a) (iii) most (c) (iii) greatest (e) (iii) most (g) (iii) better 2. (a) (ii) is believed (c) (iv) is known 3. (a) a the (c) argues argue (e) he they (g) will should 4. (a) why she was angry (b) her brother had taken her pen (c) would give the pen to her (d) he was very stubborn 5. (a) Exclamatory sentence (b) After the Kalinga war King Ashoka adopted non-violence. (c) May (d) The patient was examined by the doctor. (e) Does Sunita sing sweetly? (f) I have written a letter. (g) Past Continuous Tense (h) The 2. (b) (f) (i) tall (ii) older (d) (ii) thicker (h) (iii) wisest (b) (d) (i) lies (i) is joined 5. 4.

(e) of (g) on

(f) in (h) be

(a) George Washington was the first President of the U.S.A. (b) He was very kind at heart. (c) His heart was moved with pity if he saw someone in distress. (d) Once he jumped into the mud to pull a dog. (a) am told/ was told (b) heavier (c) the (d) The birds flew in the sky. (e) Did Shanta work the sum correctly? (f) All the students were punished by the teacher. (g) Transitive (h) ourselves

(b) criticising criticism (d) should would (f) with about (h) school schools

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 7
1. (a) (iv) under (c) (ii) touched (e) (i) was recorded (g) (i) since (a) (ii) some (c) (i) Could (e) (i) didnt (g) (iv) go 3. (b) (ii) when (d) (i) on (f) (iv) and (h) (iii) by (b) (ii) suffering (d) (iii) will (f) (iv) would (h) (i) cant

UNIT ASSIGNMENT 6
1. (a) (ii) was (b) (i) had been (c) (iii) were (d) (iv) went (e) (iii) didnt tell (f) (i) happened (g) (ii) should have told (h) (iv) am reaching 2. (a) (i) is checked (c) (ii) is put 3. (a) the (c) to (b) (iii) is dialled (d) (i) is put

(a) The teacher said that the earth moves round the sun. (b) He said that his friend was studying hard. (c) Vipul said that he had done his work. (d) He asked me where I lived.

4.

(a) The thief was arrested by the police. (b) Plants are being watered by the gardener. (c) A tiger is killed by the hunter. (d) Tea has been made by him.

5.

(a) Farmers are working in the field. (b) Children cried loudly. (c) These sheep are mine. (d) Monkeys have long tails.

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SECTION A
1. A. (a) he didnt know to whom he had to fetch. (b) by knowing these things he would easily guess to whom the king wanted. (c) the royal barber to be fetched. (d) the royal barber along with the servant. (e) it was Birbal who advised him to fetch the royal barber. (f) he understood his (kings) thoughts and needs. B. (a) fetch (c) enlightened 2. 1. (b) In early childhood 2. (a) It forms his character and makes him a good citizen 3. (c) fall ill frequently 4. (d) All the above. 5. (b) bad qualities 3. 1. (c) Because there is abundance of books nowadays. (b) specified (d) appreciated

5.

An Inter-School Drama Competition was organised in our school on 14th November to celebrate Jawaharlal Nehrus birthday. There were altogether eleven schools that took part in this competition. Each school was given fifteen minutes to show its performance. The theme of the drama was to discourage child labour. An eminent educationist of the city named Mr Harish Shankar was the chief guest. There were three judges who were all reputed journalists. They acted impartially. The performance of almost all the participant schools was brilliant. Everybody appreciated them. But our school remained the winner and received the trophy. C-10, Janak Puri New Delhi 10 October, 2011 The Editor The Hindustan Times New Delhi Sir Loudspeakers have created great nuisance in our locality. We are greatly disturbed due to them. Our studies suffer. Moreover, they aggravate the problem of noise pollution. Therefore, I request you to please publish my views in your newspaper so as to make people aware of our problems. Thanking you Yours faithfully Sumit Menon

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2. (d) Good books are rarely found. 3. (d) All the above. 4. (a) we want to learn something about a subject of our interest 5. (b) claims

SECTION B
4. 10 July, 2011 3:30 p.m. Dear Amrita Neha telephonically informed that Meena has met a serious accident and is admitted in Get Well Hospital. She will reach the hospital soon. She wants you to join her. Naveen MESSAGE 7.

Note: You can add more to it. ADVANTAGES OF EARLY RISING The habit of early rising is a great boon. And it must be cultivated right from the early childhood. An early riser is always hale and hearty. He gets the opportunity of enjoying nature at its best. Early rising enables us to breathe fresh and pure air. It also enables us to start our days work early. Needless to say that in the early morning our mind is fresh and we can do the best. We never feel depressed. Instead we remain happy all the day. Note: Add some more advantages of early rising.

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8. (a) (ii) which stands (b) (i) the picture of (c) (i) indicates (d) (iv) is made of (e) (ii) in the midst of (f) (iii) was erected (g) (i) was laid (h) (iv) is a 9. (a) (i) over (c) (ii) about (e) (ii) at (b) (iv) of (d) (iii) with (f) (i) to

(g) (i) to 10. (a) was thinking (c) was giving 11. (a) The (c) since (e) the (g) so

(h) (iv) from (b) was running (d) was riding (b) for (d) people (f) to (h) had

12. (a) Smita passed with high marks because she worked hard. (b) Since I am ill I cannot accompany you. (c) My mother is simple and kind. (d) She is intelligent but her brother is dull.

FULL MARKS ASSIGNMENT 2

SECTION A
1. A. (a) Because they were all good-looking, healthy girls. (b) Bholi was the youngest daughter of Ramlal. Ramlal was worried about her because she had neither good looks nor intelligence. (c) He suggested Ramlal to send his daughters to the newly-opened school. (d) She was afraid that her father would turn her out of the house like their old cow. B. (a) farmer (c) to school C. (a) bridegrooms (c) consult 2. 1. (b) Palace 2. (a) the palace of the gods 3. (b) The spiritual leader of the Tibetan Buddhists. 4. (d) 9 storeys 5. (b) excellent (b) the village Tehsildar (d) decent clothes (b) intelligence (d) terror

3.

1. (b) Khwaja Gharib Nawaj 2. (a) possesses generous and noble heart 3. (c) noble character 4. (d) all the above 5. (a) unemotional

SECTION B
4. ABC SCHOOL, ALIGARH NOTICE 2 December, 2011 This is to notify you all that our school has decided to hold a fete in the school playground on 10 December, 2011. The Education Secretary will give away prizes to three best stalls. The interested students are invited to participate in it. Arpita Head Girl

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Pankaj Suman Pankaj Suman Pankaj Suman

: How are you? Why didnt you come yesterday? : I am so sorry that I couldnt attend your birthday party. : But what happened to you by the way? : I got severe stomachache while I was getting ready for the party. : O my God! Did you consult a doctor? : Yes I did. I rushed to a physician in my neighbourhood. It was just a gas problem. Now I am okay. : Thank God. But we missed you much at the party. : : gaurav.12@gmail.com : pradeep@yahoo.com

7.

Pankaj

6.

Date From To

A farmer had three sons. They never heed the advice of their father. They had peevish nature. They often quarrelled among themselves. The farmer advised them time and again to check their irresponsible behaviour. He intended that they should not quarrel with one another. His words failed. He asked his sons to bring a bundle of sticks. They followed him and came to him with a bundle of sticks. All of them were asked to break those sticks tied in a bundle. The sons tried their level best but could not break the bundle. All failed. Then the farmer united the bundle and asked his sons to break the sticks. All of them broke the sticks easily. The farmer taught them a lesson that if they lived united, misfortunes would not befall them. If they quarrelled, they would suffer. These words of the farmer worked magically. His quarrelesome sons promised him to change their ways. They began to live peacefully. Moral: Unity is strength.

Subject : Visit to a zoo. Dear Pradeep Last week I along with my classmates went to see the zoo at Mysore. Our class teacher was with us. As we entered the compound of the zoo, we saw a small house surrounded by a wire net. Inside it, we saw a number of snakes of all sizes and colours. The pythons seemed to be two-three quintals heavy. Then we saw a tank full of all kinds of coloured fish. They were leaping about and swimming beautifully in the clear water of the tank. We saw many kinds of birds too. The ostrich was as large as the camel. The peacocks presented a beautiful scene. They were dancing merrily. Then we saw the deer and rhinoceros. The big rhinoceros was surrounded by the iron bars. I enjoyed the visit very much. I had a wonderful experience in the company of animals. Yours affectionately Gaurav

SECTION C
8. (a) (ii) is closed (c) (i) to (e) (iii) has come (g) (i) come 9. (a) (i) is boiled (c) (ii) should be kept 10. (a) was appointed (c) ended 11. (a) likes (b) Anu asked him if he liked that dress. (c) A new flat has been purchased by us. (d) costlier 12. (a) Lotus is the national flower of India. (b) The lotus is big and beautiful and has a grace of its own. (c) This beautiful flower has its roots in the mud. (d) It takes the colours, white, pink and even bluish. (b) (f) (i) is (ii) will be (d) (iv) have (h) (ii) our (b) (iii) is drunk (d) (i) should be taken

(b) delayed (d) will regularly meet

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