Question 1:
Match sentences under I with those under II.
Answer:
(i). (b),
(ii). (c),
(iii). (a),
(iv). (d)
Question 2:
Who says this to whom and why?
“My wife knows best how to run the house.”
Answer:
Jumman says this to his aunt when she asked him to give her a monthly allowance to set up her own kitchen.
Question 3:
Who says this to whom and why?
“But is it right, my son, to keep mum and not say what you
consider just and fair?”
Answer:
Aunt says this to Algu as she wants to make him realise his duty and speak the truth.
Question 4:
Who says this to whom and why?
“What have you to say in your defence?”
Answer:
Algu says this to Jumman as he wants to settle the dispute fairly.
Question 5:
Who says this to whom and why?
“I can’t pay you a penny for the wretched beast you sold
me.”
Answer:
Sahu says this to Algu because he had become dishonest after the bullock’s death.
Question 6:
Who says this to whom and why?
“Victory to the Panchayat. This is justice.”
Answer:
Algu says this to Jumman and others after Jumman gives a fair judgement.
Question 7:
“Then the situation changed.” What is being referred to?
Answer:
The situation in this case is being referred to the agreement between Jumman and his aunt. Few years after his aunt transferred her property, Jumman and his family became tired of looking after her.
Question 8:
When Jumman’s aunt realised that she was not welcome in his house, what arrangement did she suggest?
Answer:
Jumman's aunt suggested that Jumman should give her a monthly allowance so she could set up a separate kitchen for herself.
Question 9:
What was the villagers’ reaction when the aunt explained her case to them?
Answer:
The villagers’ reaction was a mixed one. Some symphathised with her while some laughed at her. Others advised her to settle the dispute with Jumman and his wife.
Question 10:
Why was Jumman happy over Algu’s nomination as head Punch?
Answer:
Jumman was happy because Algu was his best friend. He was sure that his friend would not go against him.
Question 11:
‘God lives in the heart of the panch,’ the aunt said. What did she mean?
Answer:
Jummans aunt meant that the Panch should be impartial like God while giving judgement. He should not favour anybody. His judgement should be fair and just like God.
Question 12:
What was Algu’s verdict as head Panch? How did Jumman take it?
Answer:
afraid of man
Question 13:
Algu’s verdict was that Jumman must either pay his aunt a monthly allowance or he must return the property to her. At this Jumman became Algu’s enemy.
Answer:
fleet
Question 14:
Algu found himself in a tight spot. What was his problem?
Answer:
Algu sold his bullock to Samjhu Sahu but within a month the bullock died. Now Samjhu Sahu refused to pay Algu.
Question 15:
Why was Algu upset over Jumman’s nomination as head Panch?
Answer:
Algu was upset thinking that Jumman would have his revenge on him.
Question 16:
What was Jumman’s verdict as head Panch? How did Algu take it?
Answer:
Jumman’s verdict was that Sahu must pay Algu the price of the bullock. Algu was overjoyed and
said loudly, “Victory to the Panchayat.”
Question 17:
Which of the following sums up the story best?
a) “I also know that you will not kill your conscience for the sake of friendship.”
b) “Let no one deviate from the path of justice and truth for friendship or enemy.”
c) “The voice of the Panch is the voice of God.”
Give a reason for your choice.
Answer:
The second statement seems to be most correct. The story clearly states that no one should deviate from the path of justice. Both Algu and Jumman favoured justice when they were nominated the panch.
Question 18:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
keep mum
Question 19:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required
Answer:
As ill luck would have it
Question 20:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
take chances
Question 21:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
looked after
Question 22:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
make it up
Question 23:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
tight spot
Question 24:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
my heart sank
Question 25:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
go into
Question 26:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
swallowed
Question 27:
Replace the italicised portion of each sentence below with a suitable phrase from the box.
Make necessary changes, wherever required.
Answer:
ease my conscience
Question 28:
Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrases to fill in the blanks in
the sentences given below.
Answer:
set down
Question 29:
Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrases to fill in the blanks in
the sentences given below.
Answer:
set up
Question 30:
Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrases to fill in the blanks in
the sentences given below.
Answer:
set aside
Question 31:
Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrases to fill in the blanks in
the sentences given below.
Answer:
sets in
Question 32:
Look at the following phrases and their meanings. Use the phrases to fill in the blanks in
the sentences given below.
Answer:
set out
Question 33:
Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her a
reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes/No, whichever is proper.
Do you have a
separate room for sleep and study?
Answer:
Yes, because it helps me to study with concentration.
Question 34:
Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her a
reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes/No, whichever is proper.
Would you prefer to
live in a joint family?
Answer:
Yes, because a joint family usually, is a happy family.
Question 35:
Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her a
reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes/No, whichever is proper.
Do you get on with people?
Answer:
Yes, I get on with people because I like to socialize.
Question 36:
Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her a
reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes/No, whichever is proper.
Do you like the area
you live in?
Answer:
No, because it is well-planned.
Question 37:
Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her a
reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes/No, whichever is proper.
Do you use public transport?
Answer:
Yes, because it is cheaper and saves energy.
Question 38:
Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her a
reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes/No, whichever is proper.
Would you like a
vehicle of your own?
Answer:
Yes, because it makes the journey comfortable.
Question 39:
Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her a
reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes/No, whichever is proper.
Do you like reading?
Answer:
Yes, because reading gives me great pleasure.
Question 40:
Work in small groups. Ask your partner the questions given below. If possible, ask him/her a
reason for saying Yes or No. Then tick Yes/No, whichever is proper.
Would you like to be
a teacher/doctor/engineer/architect?
Answer:
No, I would like to be an astronaut.
Question 41:
Your teacher will speak the words listed below. Write against each a word of opposite
meaning.
Answer:
new/young
Question 42:
Your teacher will speak the words listed below. Write against each a word of opposite
meaning.
Answer:
dry
Question 43:
Your teacher will speak the words listed below. Write against each a word of opposite
meaning.
Answer:
shut/close
Question 44:
Your teacher will speak the words listed below. Write against each a word of opposite
meaning.
Answer:
sharp
Question 45:
Your teacher will speak the words listed below. Write against each a word of opposite
meaning.
Answer:
remember