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Unit 5 of Poorvi pays tribute to courage, sacrifice and patriotism through the stories of India's soldiers and warriors. The opening prose, 'A Homage to Our Brave Soldiers', is an exchange of letters between two friends, Soumya and Ananda. Soumya describes a school visit to the National War Memorial in New Delhi, explaining its four chakras around the eternal Amar Jawan Jyoti flame and the thousands of names of fallen soldiers it honours, and recalls real heroes such as Lance Naik Albert Ekka and Major Padmapani Acharya. Ananda replies with gratitude, recalling a war memorial in Chandigarh and the sacrifice of Captain Anuj Nayyar. The unit's poem, 'My Dear Soldiers' by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, salutes the soldiers who guard the borders through snow, heat and lonely terrain while the country sleeps, and ends with a prayer for their well-being. The third reading, 'Rani Abbakka', is a dramatised retelling of the sixteenth-century queen of Ullal who defied the Portuguese, refused to pay tribute, built trade alliances and led her people in armed resistance, becoming one of India's earliest women freedom fighters. Together the readings honour the bravehearts — soldiers and warriors, men and women — who sacrificed for the nation, and remind every citizen to remember and pay homage to them.
1 Soumya writes to Ananda after visiting the National War Memorial in New Delhi with her school. 2 She learns that the memorial honours soldiers who died in wars after Independence and carries their names on tablets. 3 Her teacher tells the class about gallantry awards and the brave actions of soldiers like Lance Naik Albert Ekka. 4 Soumya sees Amar Jawan Jyoti and the four chakras, and she feels pride, sadness, and deep respect. 5 She plans a school presentation on Major Padmapani Acharya and shares a link so Ananda can learn more. 6 Ananda replies with gratitude, recalls a war memorial visit, and feels inspired to visit, share ideas, and serve the nation. N National War Memorial The memorial in New Delhi, with four chakras and the eternal Amar Jawan Jyoti flame, that honours India's fallen soldiers since 1947.
P Param Vir Chakra India's highest wartime gallantry award; the unit recalls heroes such as Lance Naik Albert Ekka who earned the nation's top honours.
A A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Former President of India and author of the poem 'My Dear Soldiers', which salutes those who guard the nation's borders.
R Rani Abbakka The dauntless sixteenth-century queen of Ullal who defied the Portuguese and is remembered as an early woman freedom fighter.
S Sacrifice and patriotism The central theme of the unit — soldiers and warriors giving the prime of their lives to protect the country and its freedom.
A Amar Jawan Jyoti The eternal flame at the War Memorial; it works as a metaphor for the undying courage and memory of the soldiers.
territorial integrity
safeguarding nation’s borders
tribute
showing respect and gratitude
gallantry
exceptional courage in battle
citation
meritorious performance of duty
commemorates
remembers officially with respect
obelisk
tapering stone pillar
discourses
serious discussions on topics
Q1 In what form is 'A Homage to Our Brave Soldiers' written? Answer Q2 What is the National War Memorial and what does it honour? Answer Q3 Why is Lance Naik Albert Ekka remembered in the unit? Answer Q4 Why does the unit say it is our duty to pay homage to our brave soldiers? Answer Q5 Who wrote the poem 'My Dear Soldiers' and what is it about? Answer Q6 How does 'My Dear Soldiers' describe the soldiers' hardships? Answer Q7 How does the poem 'My Dear Soldiers' end? Answer Q8 Who was Rani Abbakka and what did she refuse to do? Answer Q9 How did Rani Abbakka resist the Portuguese? Answer Q10 What single theme connects all three readings of the unit? Answer Q1 I Homage means ‘something that is said or done to show respect publicly for someone’. Whom should every Indian pay homage to? Share your answers with your classmates and the teacher. Answer Q2 II Work in pairs to complete the table by writing any three ways in which we can celebrate the victories and honour the sacrifices of the soldiers. An example has been done for you. Share your answers with your classmates and the teacher. Celebrating their Victories | Honouring their Sacrifices | visiting a war memorial Answer Q1 I Complete the table given below. An example has been done for you. Check your answers with the teacher. Name of the War Hero | Contribution and Achievement | Award Given | Major Somnath Sharma - Battle of Badgam in 1947 - First Param Vir Chakra awarded posthumously | Captain Mahendra Nath Mulla | Lance Naik Albert Ekka | Major Padmapani Acharya - Captain Mahendra Nath Mulla Answer Q2 I Complete the table given below. An example has been done for you. Check your answers with the teacher. Name of the War Hero | Contribution and Achievement | Award Given | Lance Naik Albert Ekka Answer Q3 I Complete the table given below. An example has been done for you. Check your answers with the teacher. Name of the War Hero | Contribution and Achievement | Award Given | Major Padmapani Acharya Answer Q4 II Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below. 1. feeling of wonder Answer Q5 II Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below. 2. heartening Answer Q6 II Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below. 3. sense of motivation Answer Q7 II Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below. 4. pride Answer Q8 II Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below. 5. visually inspiring Answer Q9 II Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below. 6. sadness Answer Q10 II Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below. 7. gratitude Answer Q11 II Find the paragraph(s) and sentences in the text that evoke the feelings given below. 8. inspiration Answer Q12 III Which is India’s highest gallantry award? Answer Q13 IV How would Ananda feel after reading this letter? Answer Q14 V Do you think Soumya enjoyed writing this letter? Why or why not? Answer Q1 I Why was Ananda reminded of the poem ‘Pushp ki Abhilasha’? Answer Q2 II How does Soumya’s letter help Ananda in pursuing her hobby? Answer Q3 III Ananda is inspired to act after reading the letter from Soumya. What actions does she intend to take up? Fill in the table citing the sentences from the text. 1. visit Answer Q4 III Ananda is inspired to act after reading the letter from Soumya. What actions does she intend to take up? Fill in the table citing the sentences from the text. 2. mobile app Answer Q5 III Ananda is inspired to act after reading the letter from Soumya. What actions does she intend to take up? Fill in the table citing the sentences from the text. 3. sharing ideas Answer Q6 III Ananda is inspired to act after reading the letter from Soumya. What actions does she intend to take up? Fill in the table citing the sentences from the text. 4. creating a collage Answer Q7 III Ananda is inspired to act after reading the letter from Soumya. What actions does she intend to take up? Fill in the table citing the sentences from the text. 5. joining the army Answer Q8 III Ananda is inspired to act after reading the letter from Soumya. What actions does she intend to take up? Fill in the table citing the sentences from the text. 6. website Answer Q1 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 1. You can see the obelisk surrounded by wreaths that have been placed as a mark of respect. The lighting design is planned in such a way that it transforms the monument’s landscape as sunlight changes from dawn to dusk. It truly is a majestic site that filled me with pride for our nation. I was also overwhelmed by the interminable flame as a metaphor for eternal stories of courage and valour. (i) Complete the analogy with a word from the extract. flame: valour:: wreath: ______________ Answer Q2 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 1. (ii) How does the lighting design make the monument visually appealing? Answer Q3 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 1. (iii) State whether the following sentence is a fact or an opinion. It truly is a majestic site… Answer Q4 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 1. (iv) What does the everlasting flame suggest? Answer Q5 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 1. (v) Choose the correct option to complete the sentence. The tone of the writer in this extract is ______________. A. modest B. light-hearted C. admiring D. nostalgic Answer Q6 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 2. I was happy to hear that you got an opportunity to visit the National War Memorial. I have heard a lot about it. Some people might see a war memorial as just a monument, statue, an edifice to celebrate a war or victory and commemorate those who sacrificed their lives or got injured in the war. In my view, it is also an expression of deep gratitude for the supreme sacrifice made by our brave soldiers defending the sovereignty and integrity of the country. (i) Choose a line from the extract which shows that Ananda was aware about the National War Memorial. Answer Q7 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 2. (ii) What might be the most likely reason for people to consider a war memorial as a monument? Answer Q8 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 2. (iii) Fill in the blank with a suitable word from the extract. We conduct special competitions at school to ______________ our Independence day. Answer Q9 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 2. (iv) Select a phrase from the extract showing that Ananda is expressing an opinion. Answer Q10 I Read the extracts given below and answer the questions that follow. 2. (v) Complete the sentence with a suitable reason. Ananda refers to the sacrifice of soldiers as ‘supreme’ sacrifice because ______________. Answer Q11 II Answer the following questions. 1. What is the significance of the National War Memorial? Answer Q12 II Answer the following questions. 2. Lance Naik Albert Ekka is an example of selflessness, determination, and exceptional courage. Elaborate. Answer Q13 II Answer the following questions. 3. Explain how the National War Memorial and Museum app will be helpful in spreading awareness about war heroes. Answer Q14 II Answer the following questions. 4. Why is it our duty to pay homage to our brave soldiers? Answer Q15 II Answer the following questions. 5. What is the main idea of this text? How does it justify the title, ‘A Homage to our Brave Soldiers’? Answer Q16 II Answer the following questions. 6. Why were the students awestruck and humbled? Explain in your own words. Answer Q1 I Match the prefixes with their meanings and the root words to create a new word in the table given below. An example has been done for you. Prefixes Meanings Root Words New Words re- badly, wrongly questionable mal- beyond, outside activate un- opposed to; against define anti- former functioning extra- lacking; not service Extraordinary ex- remove ordinary de- do again social Now, complete the paragraph by using the new words created in the table. Soldiers undergo (i) extraordinary training to prepare for their challenging duties. They learn to (ii) ____________ explosives and handle (iii) ____________ equipment with precision. They stand as a powerful force against (iv) ____________ elements, displaying (v) ____________ bravery. (vi)________ members often share their experiences to inspire new recruits. Their service can continually (vii) ____________ the essence of commitment and sacrifice. (ii) Answer Q2 I Match the prefixes ... (iii) ____________ equipment Answer Q3 I Match the prefixes ... (iv) ____________ elements Answer Q4 I Match the prefixes ... (v) ____________ bravery Answer Q5 I Match the prefixes ... (vi)________ members Answer Q6 I Match the prefixes ... (vii) ____________ the essence Answer Q7 II Find words associated with ‘brave’ by filling in the missing vowels in the boxes given below. V _ L _ _ N T C _ _ R _ G _ H _ R _ _ C V _ L _ _ R G _ L L _ N T F _ _ R L _ S S D _ R _ NG B _ L D _ N D _ _ N T _ D BRAVE \(- V_L\)__NT Answer Q8 II Find words associated with ‘brave’ ... C _ _ R _ G _ Answer Q9 II Find words associated with ‘brave’ ... H _ R _ _ C Answer Q10 II Find words associated with ‘brave’ ... V _ L _ _ R Answer Q11 II Find words associated with ‘brave’ ... G _ L L _ N T Answer Q12 II Find words associated with ‘brave’ ... F _ _ R L _ S S Answer Q13 II Find words associated with ‘brave’ ... D _ R _ NG Answer Q14 II Find words associated with ‘brave’ ... B _ L D _ N D _ _ N T _ D Answer Q15 III Fill in the blanks with the correct opposite words of ‘brave’ from the box to complete the following sentences. fear cowardly timid afraid 1. Ajay’s ____________ refusal to stand up for his friend was disappointing to everyone. Answer Q16 III Fill in the blanks ... 2. The ____________ child hid behind his mother, too scared to meet the new teacher. Answer Q17 III Fill in the blanks ... 3. Anjali’s ____________ of heights prevented her from climbing the tall ladder. Answer Q18 III Fill in the blanks ... 4. Sushma felt ____________ as she entered the dark, abandoned building alone. Answer Q19 IV Read the following sentences from the text and divide them into two parts. An example has been done for you. 1. I aspire to be courageous like him when I join the army! Answer Q20 IV Read the following sentences from the text and divide them into two parts. 2. They exchange letters and share their feelings of gratitude for the freedom they enjoy because of the sacrifices made by the bravehearts of the country. Answer Q21 IV Read the following sentences from the text and divide them into two parts. 3. Though seriously wounded in this encounter, he continued to fight alongside his comrades. Answer Q22 IV Read the following sentences from the text and divide them into two parts. 4. The sacrifices of the soldiers make monuments like the National War Memorial extremely important so that we should never forget the cost of freedom. Answer Q23 V Combine the following pairs of sentences using suitable subordinating conjunctions given in the box below. because unless when where though 1. Wasi burst into tears. He heard the good news. Answer Q24 V Combine the following pairs of sentences using suitable subordinating conjunctions given in the box below. 2. Himani was very nervous. She delivered a great presentation. Answer Q25 V Combine the following pairs of sentences using suitable subordinating conjunctions given in the box below. 3. This is the place. I was born. Answer Q26 V Combine the following pairs of sentences using suitable subordinating conjunctions given in the box below. 4. The students performed very well. They studied diligently. Answer Q27 V Combine the following pairs of sentences using suitable subordinating conjunctions given in the box below. 5. Water the plants. They will die. Answer Q28 VI Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 1. Farheen was late to work because ________________. Answer Q29 VI Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 2. The dog started barking when ________________. Answer Q30 VI Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 3. She completed the marathon although ________________. Answer Q31 VI Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 4. ________________ while they were hiking in the mountains. Answer Q32 VI Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 5. Abhishek received a promotion after ________________. Answer Q33 VI Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 6. ________________ before the deadline approached. Answer Q34 VI Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 7. We waited in the car until ________________. Answer Q35 VI Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause. 8. ________________ as the waves rushed to the shore. Answer Q1 1. What type of job does Gunjan think the Armed Forces is? Answer Q2 2. What feature of the Armed Forces fills Gunjan with pride? Answer Q3 3. How does the disciplined life of the Armed Forces impact the body and mind, according to Gunjan? Answer Q4 4. List any one aspect about a job in the Armed Forces that Gunjan feels helps someone grow. Answer Q5 5. State any two things that Gunjan feels life in the Armed Forces teaches. Answer Q1 1. Work in pairs and identify the different professions displayed in the picture. Answer Q2 2. Imagine that you dream of or wish to pursue some of these professions and vocations. Take turns to express this along with a reason. Do not forget to include what preparation would be required to fulfill the dream. Speak about all the given professions and vocations. Answer Q1 I Every branch of the Armed Forces has a motto. Read the mottos given below. 1. Indian Army Sevā Paramo Dharmaḥ (Service Before Self) 2. Indian Air Force Nabhaḥ Spr̥śaṁ Dīptam (Touch the Sky with Glory) 3. Indian Navy Sham No Varunah (Be Auspicious Unto Us Oh Varuna) Answer Q2 II India has many other Forces that serve the nation. For example, Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). Find out about such Forces and discuss with the teacher. Answer Q3 III Create a collage capturing the lives and stories of people that inspire us. In groups of four, prepare a collage on a chart paper on any such person and present it in the class. Answer Q4 IV Many women have joined the Armed Forces and are serving the nation. Have a discussion in the class with examples. Answer Q1 You have read about the sacrifices made by the Armed Forces during war. However, the Armed Forces also play a key role during peace time. Write a letter to your friend sharing how the Armed Forces contribute their services during the times of natural calamities (floods, earthquakes, etc.), infrastructure development (building bridges in remote areas, etc.) and for welfare initiatives (medical camps, establishment of libraries, etc.) Use the prompts given below. • I would like to become... because... For this I would have to first... • I dream of working as a... as... This would involve... • To become a... has been a childhood dream. This is so because...In order to become a... I would have to... • One day, I hope to become... Then I would be able to... However, first I would need to... • It would be great if I could work as... as it would let me... For this I would have to... Answer Q1 I Look around and identify the people who contribute to your life selflessly with a risk to their own lives. Share your answers with your classmates and the teacher. Answer Q2 II Work in pairs. Discuss at least three questions that you would like to ask the people identified in I. Answer Q1 I Complete the summary with an exact word from the poem. An example has been done for you. Share your answers with your classmates and the teacher. The poem is a tribute to the soldiers of the 1. land who defend the 2. _______________ of their country. It highlights their untiring commitment and sacrifices as they guard the nation. The soldiers remain vigilant and dedicated, whether it’s windy, snowy, or 3. _______________ hot. They walk on 4. _______________ stretches of land like the yogis. Their duty takes them to different terrains, including mountains, valleys, 5. _______________, and marshes. The poet acknowledges that they have given a major part of their 6. _______________ to protect the nation. The poet says the wind chimes show their respect to the soldiers’ 7. _______________. The poet concludes with prayers for their well-being and blessings. 2. Answer Q2 I Complete the summary ... 3. _______________ hot. Answer Q3 I Complete the summary ... 4. _______________ stretches Answer Q4 I Complete the summary ... 5. _______________, and marshes. Answer Q5 I Complete the summary ... 6. _______________ to protect the nation. Answer Q6 I Complete the summary ... 7. _______________. Answer Q7 II Select the correct option for the following questions. 1. The theme of the poem is _______. (i) patriotism and sacrifice (ii) heroism and awareness (iii) nature and hardship (iv) seasons and terrains Answer Q8 II Select the correct option for the following questions. 2. The tone of the poem is _______. (i) admiring (ii) sad (iii) respectful (iv) grateful (v) prayerful A. Only (v) B. (i) and (iii) C. (ii), (iii) and (v) D. (i), (iii), (iv) and (v) Answer Q9 III Complete the following sentences by explaining why the poet has used the following poetic devices. 1. Imagery because ___________________________________________________. Answer Q10 III Complete the following sentences by explaining why the poet has used the following poetic devices. 2. Simile because the soldiers are likened to __________________________. Answer Q11 III Complete the following sentences by explaining why the poet has used the following poetic devices. 3. Metaphor because the poet uses wind chimes ______________________. Answer Q12 III Complete the following sentences by explaining why the poet has used the following poetic devices. 4. Repetition of the words ‘you’ and ‘we’ because _____________________. Answer Q13 III Complete the following sentences by explaining why the poet has used the following poetic devices. 5. Alliteration such as ‘season or snowy’ and _________________________ to create _____________________. Answer Q1 I Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. When we are all asleep You still hold on to your deed Windy season or snowy days Or scorching sun’s sweltering rays You are there guarding all the time awake Treading the lonely expanses as yogis 1. Identify a set of opposite words from the extract. Answer Q2 I Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. 2. Complete the sentence appropriately. The phrase ‘still hold on to your deed’ refers to the soldier’s attitude of ______________________. Answer Q3 I Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. 3. Identify whether the following statement is true or false. The soldiers walk across the deserted stretches of land. Answer Q4 I Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. 4. Give evidence from the extract to show that soldiers face harsh weather conditions. Answer Q5 I Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. 5. Which quality of the soldiers is highlighted in this extract? (i) modesty (ii) optimism (iii) simplicity (iv) dedication Answer Q6 II Answer the following questions. 1. Who is the speaker of this poem? How can you say so? Answer Q7 II Answer the following questions. 2. How is the theme of the poem conveyed through imagery? Support your answer with examples from the poem. Answer Q8 II Answer the following questions. 3. How does the poet highlight the commitment of the soldiers? Provide examples from the poem to support your answer. Answer Q9 II Answer the following questions. 4. What is the significance of the line ‘Prime of your youth given to the nation!!’ with reference to sacrifice and service? Answer Q10 II Answer the following questions. 5. The poem ends with a prayer for the soldiers’ well-being and blessings. Why is it important for each one of us to pray for the well-being of soldiers? Answer Q1 I The poem mentions a few terrains (physical features of land)—valleys, deserts, and marshes. Identify the terrains from the box given below. There are two that you do not need. ghats river plateau delta bay peninsula mountains 1. Answer Q2 I The poem mentions a few terrains ... 2. Answer Q3 I The poem mentions a few terrains ... 3. Answer Q4 I The poem mentions a few terrains ... 4. Answer Q5 II Study the following phrases from the poem. • treading the lonely expanses • climbing the heights • scorching sun Such phrases are word pairs that come together in combinations and are called collocations. Collocations are specific word pairings in English. They refer to the way certain words frequently appear together with others. Fill in the blanks by choosing the words given in the brackets that collocate appropriately. 1. The hikers reached the ____________ (summit/peak) of the mountain after several days of trekking through challenging conditions. Answer Q6 II Fill in the blanks ... 2. The ____________ (empty/barren) landscape of the desert made it nearly impossible to find any water sources. Answer Q7 II Fill in the blanks ... 3. In the rainforest, the ____________ (heavy/dense) forest provides a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife. Answer Q8 II Fill in the blanks ... 4. Chitra is a very ____________ (heroic/adventurous) person and enjoys mountain climbing. Answer Q9 II Fill in the blanks ... 5. I’ll try to get back in time, but I'm not ____________ (doing/making) any promises. Answer Q1 I Think and complete the poem titled ‘A Soldier’s Pride’, given below. (Transcript for the teacher on pg. 224) In fields so vast, our soldiers stand, With hearts so brave, and firm 1. ______________, They guard our land both night and 2. ______________, To keep our fears and foes at bay. With every dawn and setting 3. ______________, Their duty calls, it must be done, Through 4. ______________ skies and blazing heat, They 5. ______________ along with steady feet. For love of land, they 6. ______________ and strive, To keep our hopes and 7. ______________ alive, With pride and honour, they defend, Our beloved India, till the very 8. ______________. 1. Answer Q2 I Think and complete the poem ... 2. ______________ Answer Q3 I Think and complete the poem ... 3. ______________ Answer Q4 I Think and complete the poem ... 4. ______________ Answer Q5 I Think and complete the poem ... 5. ______________ Answer Q6 I Think and complete the poem ... 6. ______________ Answer Q7 I Think and complete the poem ... 7. ______________ Answer Q8 I Think and complete the poem ... 8. ______________ Answer Q9 II Now, listen to the poem and correct your answers wherever required. Answer Q1 I Work in pairs and practise reciting the poem ‘My Dear Soldiers’. Pause briefly at (/) and emphasise the highlighted words. My/Dear/Soldiers/by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (pause and count 1-2-3 silently before reciting the poem) Oh! Defenders / of borders / You are great sons / of my land / When we are all / asleep / You still hold on / to your deed / ... Answer Q2 2. Now, recite aloud in groups of 8–10. Remember— • Use volume to add emotion to the poem. For instance, speak more softly for lines that express tenderness or solemnity and louder for lines that convey strength or pride. • Maintain a steady pace. Don’t rush through the lines. • Use appropriate facial expressions to boost the meaning of the poem. Stand tall with a confident posture to reflect the pride and strength of the soldiers. Answer Q1 I An acrostic poem is the one in which the first letter of each line spells out a word, name or phrase when read vertically. Read the example given below and compose your own acrostic poem. Proud of motherland S__________________________ Always alert I stand O__________________________ Time, my concern never L__________________________ Respect to her, forever D__________________________ In worse times or better I__________________________ Our love has no end E__________________________ To me, my country is my friend. R__________________________ Answer Q2 II We cannot thank our soldiers enough. To express your admiration, draft a note of gratitude for their selfless service to the nation. (Word limit: 50 words) You may begin this way: Dear Bravehearts, I would like to… Answer Q1 I Design a badge of honour for the soldiers. You may make it by hand, with cardboard, paper, and colours, or alternately, design it digitally and take a printout. Remember to include a self-designed logo and a slogan in the badge. Answer Q2 II Find out any poem or story in your mother tongue or regional language about the sacrifices and bravery of soldiers. Make a presentation in the class. Answer Q1 I Solve the riddle given below and share your answer with your classmates and the teacher. She was a queen who led the fight, She fought for her country and her right. With a shining sword in her hand, Her son on her back in a cloth band Remembered as a warrior grand, She died defending her beloved Motherland. Who is she? Answer Q2 II Think of any other women warriors who made a significant contribution to India’s struggle for Independence. Share your answers with your classmates and the teacher. Answer Q1 I Match the words in Column 1 with their meanings in Column 2. Share your answers with your classmates and the teacher. Column 1 Column 2 1. vassal (n) (i) extreme anger 2. coronation (n) (ii) take hold of suddenly or forcibly 3. successor (n) (iii) happen in a violent way 4. rash (adj.) (iv) acting or doing something without thinking about the consequences 5. sovereign country (n) (v) association or partnership 6. league (n) (vi) a ceremony at which a person is made king or queen 7. wrath (n) (vii) fearless 8. seize (v) (viii) capture 9. resolve (n) (ix) a country with a government having complete authority 10. raged (v) (xi) a person who succeeds another 11. decisive (adj.) (xiii) showing the ability to make decisions effectively 12. apprehended (v) (viii) capture 13. dauntless (adj) (vii) fearless 14. avenge (v) (xii) take revenge for 1. vassal (n) Answer Q2 I Match the words ... 2. coronation (n) Answer Q3 I Match the words ... 3. successor (n) Answer Q4 I Match the words ... 4. rash (adj.) Answer Q5 I Match the words ... 5. sovereign country (n) Answer Q6 I Match the words ... 6. league (n) Answer Q7 I Match the words ... 7. wrath (n) Answer Q8 I Match the words ... 8. seize (v) Answer Q9 I Match the words ... 9. resolve (n) Answer Q10 I Match the words ... 10. raged (v) Answer Q11 I Match the words ... 11. decisive (adj.) Answer Q12 I Match the words ... 12. apprehended (v) Answer Q13 I Match the words ... 13. dauntless (adj) Answer Q14 I Match the words ... 14. avenge (v) Answer Q15 II Complete the table given below based on your understanding of the story. An example has been done for you. Share your answers with your classmates and the teacher. Cause Effect 1. Ullal had been captured by the Portuguese. (i) Ullal had to pay a tribute to the colonial power. 2. (ii) Rani Abbakka’s husband Veera Narsimha felt it was a hasty decision. Answer Q16 II Complete the table ... 3. Veera Narsimha ordered the soldiers to stop Rani Abbakka when she said she would not be frightened by the Portuguese. (iii) Answer Q17 II Complete the table ... 4. Rani Abbakka addressed a meeting of rajas for their support, who felt they would be no match for the Portuguese army and their power. (iv) Answer Q18 II Complete the table ... 5. (v) Rani Abbakka in turn attacked the Portuguese Fort. Answer Q1 I Read the extract given below and answer the questions that follow. Portuguese envoy: Our Governor has sent me to remind you that the annual tribute from Ullal is long overdue and... Rani Abbakka: We are a sovereign country. We don’t pay tribute to Portugal. And we don’t take orders from the Portuguese! Portuguese envoy: Your Majesty, you will regret your stand. Abbakka ordered merchant ships to be built and in alliance with the Zamorin of Kozhikode, she defied the Portuguese and established a hugely profitable trading relation with Arabia. 1. What does the word ‘tribute’ mean in this context? Answer Q2 I Read the extract ... 2. Complete the sentence with a suitable reason. Rani Abbakka says, “We are a sovereign country” because __________. Answer Q3 I Read the extract ... 3. Identify whether the following statement is true or false. The Portuguese envoy threatened Rani Abbakka. Answer Q4 I Read the extract ... 4. Choose a word given in brackets to replace the underlined word. “… she defied the Portuguese and established a hugely profitable trading relation with Arabia.” (defeated/disobeyed) Answer Q5 I Read the extract ... 5. Choose the option that lists the qualities of Rani Abbakka, based on this extract. (i) bold (ii) thoughtful (iii) capable (iv) generous (v) determined A. (i), (ii), and (v) B. (ii), (iii), and (iv) C. (i), (iii), and (v) D. (ii), (iv), and (v) Answer Q6 II Answer the following questions. 1. Rani Abbakka spoke to her mother on her deathbed. How might these words have made her mother feel? Answer Q7 II Answer the following questions. 2. What does the support of the people of Ullal and the soldiers for Rani Abbakka suggest about their mindset? Answer Q8 II Answer the following questions. 3. How might the people of Ullal have felt when the mighty Portuguese were defeated? Answer Q9 II Answer the following questions. 4. Why do you think Rani Abbakka’s victory against the Portuguese would have inspired other rulers to go against a foreign power? Answer Q1 I Study the following words from the text. seize, sovereign, their, soldiers The spelling of the given words have ‘ei’ and ‘ie’ in them. Spelling tip: ‘i’ before ‘e’ except after ‘c’ For example: receive, deceive Now, fill in the blanks with ‘ie’ or ‘ei’ for the following words. 1. c___ling Answer Q2 I Study the following words ... 2. bel___ve Answer Q3 I Study the following words ... 3. th___\(f\) Answer Q4 I Study the following words ... 4. ach___ve Answer Q5 I Study the following words ... 5. perc___ve Answer Q6 I Study the following words ... 6. prot___\(n\) Answer Q7 I Study the following words ... 7. soc___ty Answer Q8 I Study the following words ... 8. sh___ld Answer Q9 I Study the following words ... 9. w___ght Answer Q10 I Study the following words ... 10. fr___nd Answer Q11 II Study the highlighted word in the following sentence from the text. …; and Bangadi too may have to face their wrath. Was the initial letter ‘w’ pronounced? There are many words in the English language where certain letters are not pronounced but are spelt. They are called ‘silent letters’. For example : campaign, knowledge, pneumonia, honour, calm Now, find more words with silent letters. Answer Q12 III Read the following expressions from the text. laughing stock, last laugh Use the dictionary page given below to find the meanings of the following. burst out laughing, don’t make me laugh, laugh until you cry, have a good laugh. Now, use these expressions in sentences of your own. burst out laughing Answer Q13 III Read the following expressions ... don’t make me laugh Answer Q14 III Read the following expressions ... laugh until you cry Answer Q15 III Read the following expressions ... have a good laugh Answer Q16 IV Rewrite the following sentences in direct speech to indirect speech. Remember to make the necessary changes. 1. The teacher said, “Women of valour have made significant contributions throughout history.” The teacher remarked that _________________________________. Answer Q17 IV Rewrite the following sentences ... 2. “I enjoy reading historical novels,” said Smitha. Smitha shared that _________________________________. Answer Q18 IV Rewrite the following sentences ... 3. The captain said to the coach, “Our team won the championship last year.” The captain told the coach that _________________________________. Answer Q19 IV Rewrite the following sentences ... 4. The class teacher said, “Please turn off the lights when you leave.” The class teacher requested _________________________________. Answer Q20 IV Rewrite the following sentences ... 5. “Finish the work before dinner,” said mother to Ravi. Mother advised _________________________________. Answer Q21 IV Rewrite the following sentences ... 6. The vet said to the pet owner, “Take the dog for a walk.” The vet instructed _________________________________. Answer Q22 V Read the conversation between the Captain and the team. Captain: We need to focus on our strategy for the final match. Player : I have some ideas on how we can improve our strategy. Captain: Make sure to share those ideas with the team during practice. Complete the following paragraph by transforming the dialogue in the indirect form of speech. The Captain remarked that 1. ________________________________________. To which one of the players replied that 2. ___________________________. The Captain advised the player to 3. _________________________________. 1. Answer Q23 V Read the conversation ... 2. Answer Q24 V Read the conversation ... 3. Answer Q1 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. As you listen, complete the bio-table given below. (Transcript for the teacher on pg. 224) Information Details Full Name Rani Gaidinliu Date of Birth January 1. ________ 1915 Place of Birth Tamenglong district, 2. ___________ Tribe Rongmei (Kabui) Age when joined the Hereka Movement 3. ________ Main aim of Movement Revival of Naga tribal religion and self-rule (Naga Raj) Year of Arrest 4. _________ Age of Arrest 5. _________ Sentence Life imprisonment Years of Imprisonment 1932 – 1947 Title Given ‘Daughter of the Hills’, 6. ‘____________’ Award 7. ___________________, Birsa Munda Award Year of Death 1993 Honour in Silchar, Assam Park and 8. _____________ Postal Stamp Issued 1996 Commemorative Coin Issued 9. _________ 1. Answer Q2 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. ... 2. ___________ Answer Q3 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. ... 3. ________ Answer Q4 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. ... 4. _________ Answer Q5 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. ... 5. _________ Answer Q6 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. ... 6. ‘____________’ Answer Q7 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. ... 7. ___________________ Answer Q8 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. ... 8. _____________ Answer Q9 You will listen to the teacher speak about a braveheart. ... 9. _________ Answer Q1 Some of the words from the story ‘Rani Abbakka’ are given in the table below. Work in pairs and pronounce these words by referring to the notes given below. Emphasise the highlighted syllable. Remember, single syllable (monosyllabic) words do not have any stress. Words Pronunciation Notes 1. vassal (n) va-sul (two syllables) The /a/ sound in va is similar to van. The word vassal rhymes with apple. 2. successor (n) suhk·seh·suh (three syllables) The /r/ sound in the end of the word is not pronounced. 3. rash (adj.) rash (monosyllabic) The /a/ sound is similar to rat. 4. league (n) leeg (monosyllabic) Use the long -ee sound, as in seed. 5. wrath (n) roth (monosyllabic) The -w is silent. 6. seize (v) seez (monosyllabic) Not to be confused with ‘size’. 7. resolve (n) ri-zolv (two syllables) The -s becomes the /z/ sound. Answer Q1 India’s past was heroic, and at present, the pace of her development is inspiring. Women play a significant role in it. These women are around us, inspiring us all the time. With these thoughts, write a conversation between two students, Pratap and Tarana, discussing the role played by women in forming India’s identity as a strong nation. You may begin like this: Pratap : Tarana, I have a lot of respect for women like... Tarana : I believe in the capabilities of women. Did you...? Complete the conversation in about six to eight sentences for each of them and share your answers with your classmates and the teacher. Answer Q1 In groups of five, find facts about any one brave woman who we remember because of her achievements and present in class. For example, Rani Chennamma of Kittur, Rani Durgavati, Ahilyabai Holkar, Jhalkari Bai, Captain Lakshmi Sahgal, Kanaklata Barua, Kalpana Chawla, or anyone else. Include the following in your presentation: 1. Childhood 2. Training / Education 3. Achievements 4. Contributions 5. What you have learnt from her Answer
In what form is 'A Homage to Our Brave Soldiers' written?
A As a poem B As a play C As an exchange of letters between two friends D As a newspaper article
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