West Bengal Board Butterfly Class 4 Question & Answers

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Revision Lesson

Activity 1

Here are the matches:

Dog → Puppy
Elephant → Calf
Deer → Fawn
Tiger → Cub

Activity 2

Look at the pictures of the insects. Can you identify them? Arrange the letters in the right order:

lyf → fly
pasw → wasp
cirkcte → cricket

Activity 3

Match the following animals with the sounds they make:

Animals	Sounds
(a) cows	(iv) moo
(b) sheep	(iii) bleat
(c) horses	(i) neigh
(d) snakes	(v) hiss
(e) tigers	(ii) roar

Below are suggested answers for both activities.

Activity 4

Rearrange the following words to make meaningful sentences:

milk/us/Cows/give
- Answer: Cows give us milk.
meat/Dogs/eat/to/love
- Answer: Dogs love to eat meat.
In/The/lives/tiger/the/forest
- Answer: The tiger lives in the forest.
zebras/see/in/We/African/the/forests
- Answer: We see zebras in the African forests.
colt/baby/is/the/of/a/horse
- Answer: A colt is the baby of a horse.

Activity 5

Fill in the blank spaces in the given chart (Male–Female). One pair (stag–hind) is already given. The usual male–female forms for the animals listed are as follows:

Stag → Hind (already given)
Tiger → Tigress
Dog → Bitch
Horse → Mare
Fox → Vixen

Activity 6

Tick (√) the appropriate answer:

There are many ( tiger / tigers ) in West Bengal.
- Correct form: tigers
An ( eagle / eagles ) can fly high.
- Correct form: eagle
The ( peacock / peacocks ) is our national bird.
- Correct form: peacock
( Cat / Cats ) love to drink milk.
- Correct form: Cats
The ( cuckoo / cuckoos ) sings sweetly.
- Correct form: cuckoo

Activity 7

Identify the animal or bird on the basis of the hints provided:

(Example)
- I have yellow and brown stripes on my body. I eat flesh. People find me in the deep forest.
- Answer: tiger
(b)
- I am the king of the animals. I have a mane. I roar.
- Answer: lion
(c)
- I eat grass. I give milk. My baby is called a calf.
- Answer: cow
(d)
- I come out in the dark. I can fly. I hoot.
- Answer: owl
(e)
- I am a meat eater. I wag my tail. My baby is called a puppy.
- Answer: dog
(f)
- I have a huge body. I also have a trunk. My cry is called a trumpet.
- Answer: elephant
(g)
- I have webbed feet. I lay eggs. I eat water plants.
- Answer: duck

Activity 8

Select the odd one out.

Delhi / Kolkata / West Bengal / Patna / Chennai
- Odd one out: West Bengal (it’s a state, while the others are cities)
Tiger / Bear / Fox / Vulture / Wolf
- Odd one out: Vulture (it’s a bird, while the others are mammals)
Pigeon / Parrot / Pigeon / Squirrel
- Odd one out: Squirrel (it’s a mammal, while the others are birds)
Cream / Milk / Water / Syrup
- Odd one out: Water (it’s a natural, non-dairy liquid, while the others are edible liquids from animals or plants)
Vessel / Ship / Boat / Steamer / Van
- Odd one out: Van (it travels on land, while the others are water transport)

Activity 9

Tick (√) the correct form:

We (see) trams in Kolkata.
The trams (run) on electricity.
In India, we (can) find trams only in Kolkata.
The river Hooghly (flows) beside Kolkata.
The river (separates) Kolkata from Howrah.

Correct sentence:

We see trams in Kolkata. The trams run on electricity. In India, we can find trams only in Kolkata. The river Hooghly flows beside Kolkata. The river separates Kolkata from Howrah.

Activity 11(a)

Write five sentences to describe the tiger.

A tiger is a wild animal. (Given)
It has black stripes on its orange body.
It is a carnivorous animal.
It can roar loudly.
It belongs to the cat family.

(You can adjust or add details based on the lesson requirements.)

Activity 11(b)

Make new words by adding one letter.
Given the base words ring, gold, and nest, here are some simple examples:

ring → bring (added b at the beginning)
or ring → rings (added s at the end)
or ring → wring (added w at the beginning)
gold → golds (added s at the end)
nest → nests (added s at the end)

(Each example simply adds one letter to form a valid new word.)

Activity 12(a)

Use the picture-cues and solve the crossword (Downward = 1,2,3; Across = 4,5). The pictures typically represent:

Cycle
Tram
Boat
Train
Car

A common 5-word crossword solution would be:

Down
1. CYCLE
2. TRAM
3. BOAT
Across
4. TRAIN
5. CAR

Activity 12(b)

Write four sentences about a tram or a train (using hints: runs on wheels, needs electricity, has compartments, moves on track). For example, about a tram:

A tram moves on tracks.
It runs on wheels and needs electricity to operate.
A tram has compartments for passengers.
We can still find trams in Kolkata, India.

(You can replace “tram” with “train” and adapt the sentences accordingly.)

Activity 13

Complete the list of verbs with their past forms. One is done (act → acted). Here are the others:

act → acted
believe → believed
cook → cooked
lift → lifted
watch → watched
grant → granted
rush → rushed

Activity 14

Choose the appropriate opposite words from the Help Box and fill in the blanks.

Help Box: sad, large, fast, old, short, light

(a) happy : sad (given)
(b) slow : fast
(c) tall : short
(d) heavy : light
(e) little : large
(f) young : old

**Telling the story of The Ugly Duckling (brief outline)**

Below is a step-by-step description of each picture, along with the story of “The Ugly Duckling.” Feel free to adapt the language as needed.

Picture 1

A mother duck is sitting on her nest. Several eggs have already hatched into cute yellow ducklings. There is one large egg left that hasn’t hatched yet.

Picture 2

At last, the large egg cracks open, and out comes a big, grey duckling. He looks different from the other ducklings, and everyone calls him “ugly.”

Picture 3

The mother duck takes her ducklings for a walk. However, the other ducklings tease and peck at the grey one. They make him feel sad because he doesn’t look like them.

Picture 4

Feeling lonely and unwanted, the “ugly” duckling runs away. He decides it’s better to leave the farm than to be teased all the time.

Picture 5

As he wanders, he sees a flock of beautiful swans flying overhead. He admires their grace and beauty, wishing he could be like them someday.

Picture 6

The duckling faces a hard winter alone. He hides in a barn or near a house for warmth. He feels scared and lonely, but he survives.

Picture 7

When spring comes, the duckling sees his reflection in the water. To his surprise, he has grown into a beautiful white swan! He finally realizes he was never an “ugly” duckling after all.

Picture 8

Other swans gather around him and welcome him. He feels happy, loved, and proud of who he has become.

Retelling the Story

Once upon a time, a mother duck was waiting for her eggs to hatch. Most were small and hatched quickly, but one was very large and took longer. When it finally opened, out came a big grey duckling who looked nothing like his brothers and sisters. They teased him and called him “ugly.”

Feeling hurt and lonely, the grey duckling ran away. He spent the winter hiding and struggling to survive. One day, when spring arrived, he saw a group of graceful swans flying in the sky. The duckling admired their beauty, never imagining he could be like them.

However, after the cold winter passed, he saw his reflection in the water and discovered he had grown into a magnificent white swan! No longer was he an “ugly” duckling—he was a beautiful swan. The other swans welcomed him, and he realized he had finally found his true family. He lived happily ever after.

That’s the story of “The Ugly Duckling”: a tale of discovering one’s true self and learning that what seems “ugly” at first might turn out to be beautiful in the end.

Lesson 1- Why is the Sky So high?

Here are the suggested answers for the given activities:

1. Match Column A with Column B

A (Things in the sky)	B (Descriptions)
Sun	gives us light and heat
Cloud	brings rain
Moon	shines at night and changes its shape
Stars	twinkle

2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words

(a) We see the sun, the clouds, stars, and the moon in the sky.
(b) We cannot touch these.

Below are suggested answers for the activities based on the excerpt from the story “Why is the Sky so High?”

Activity 1

Write ‘T’ for true and ‘F’ for false statements in the given boxes:

Mimi and Raju were once near the sky.
- False (They are hearing a story about “long ago,” not actually living in that time.)
The sky and the children were very happy then.
- True (The text says they “laughed together in happiness.”)
The cloud and the children were very happy then.
- False (The story specifically mentions the sky and the children, not the cloud.)
At that time, the sky was far away from the earth.
- False (It was actually very close to the Earth.)

Activity 2

What would you do if you could reach the sky?
This is a creative thinking question. Here are some example ideas:

“I would touch the clouds and see what they feel like.”
“I would play catch with the stars.”
“I would paint the sky in rainbow colors.”
“I would bring a piece of the sky back to share with my friends.”

Below are suggested answers based on the text excerpt from “Why is the Sky so High?”

Complete the sentences (Activity 3)

The old woman lived in a little mud hut.
The hut was beside a paddy field.
One hot summer day there was dust everywhere.
The old woman swept her hut with a broom.

(These words appear in the text: the old woman “cleaned her hut” and “swept” it; the dust rose in “brown clouds.”)

Who did what? (Filling the table)

You might have a table like this:

Who	Did What
People	coughed and sneezed
The old woman	cleaned and swept her hut
The dust	rose all around in brown clouds
The sky	stayed very close to the Earth

(Adapt the exact wording to match your textbook’s phrasing. The key idea is to note each character/element and its action from the story.)

Below are suggested answers for Activity 5 and the follow-up questions based on the story “Why is the Sky so High?”

Activity 5

Below is a suggested correct order for the five statements. The sequence follows the story events as shown in the text:

(c) The old woman ordered the sky to stop raining.
(b) The sky could not stop raining.
(d) The old woman kept on sweeping.
(e) The sky sneezed and coughed.
(a) The sky flew out of reach of the old woman’s broom. The Sky never came down again.

Why this order?

First, the old woman continues sweeping (d).
Then, seeing the rain, she orders the Sky to stop (c).
The Sky, however, cannot stop raining (b).
Finally, fed up with the dust and the old woman’s anger, the Sky flies away (a).

Activity 6

(a) Why was the old woman angry with the sky?
She was angry because the Sky began to rain and would not stop when she told it to. She wanted to keep her hut clean and felt the rain was making her task harder.

(b) Why did the old woman keep on sweeping?
She wanted her hut to be perfectly clean. Even though the Sky pleaded with her to stop (because the dust bothered him), she continued sweeping harder.

(c) What happened when the old woman swept her hut?
Each time she swept, dust rose into the air and got into the Sky’s eyes. The Sky coughed, sneezed, and eventually started raining in frustration.

(d) If you were the old woman, would you have stopped sweeping? Give a reason for your answer.
A possible answer:

“Yes, I would have stopped or swept more gently to avoid raising too much dust. That way, the Sky would not be hurt by the dust, and there would be no need for it to rain so heavily.”

Below are direct solutions to the two activities as requested:

Activity 7(a)

(a) Mira is a girl.
- Mira is the name of a person (Proper Noun).
- girl is a common noun (name for a type of person).
- Answer (bolded): Mira is a girl.
(b) My uncle lives in Kolkata.
- uncle is a common noun (a person).
- Kolkata is a Proper Noun (specific place).
- Answer (bolded): My uncle lives in Kolkata.
(c) The Statesman is a famous newspaper.
- The Statesman is a Proper Noun (specific name of a newspaper).
- newspaper is a common noun (a thing).
- Answer (bolded): The Statesman is a famous newspaper.
(d) Piku went to Agra to see the Taj Mahal.
- Piku is a Proper Noun (name of a person).
- Agra is a Proper Noun (specific place).
- Taj Mahal is a Proper Noun (specific monument).
- Answer (bolded): Piku went to Agra to see the Taj Mahal.

Activity 7(b)

Underline the Proper Nouns in the passage

There lived a young boy in a village. His name was Rajib. He studied in class VI. His sister Bihu studied in class IV. One day they went to visit the zoo in Kolkata. They also visited the Victoria Memorial. They enjoyed the day very much.

Proper Nouns to underline:

Rajib
class VI
Bihu
class IV
Kolkata
Victoria Memorial

(Some teachers may or may not consider “class VI” and “class IV” as proper nouns. However, if your textbook or teacher treats them as unique identifiers, you can underline them as well.)

Below are direct answers for Activities 7(c) and 7(d), identifying the Neuter Gender and Common Gender nouns in each sentence.

Activity 7(c)

Underline the neuter gender (things that do not have life):

(a) The old woman swept with her broom.
- Neuter gender: broom
(b) The calendar is on the wall.
- Neuter gender: calendar, wall
(c) The teacher is writing on the blackboard.
- Neuter gender: blackboard
(d) The lion lives in the forest.
- Neuter gender: forest

Activity 7(d)

Underline the common gender (nouns that can refer to either male or female):

(a) The servant is sweeping the floor.
- Common gender: servant
(b) The students are going out for a picnic.
- Common gender: students
(c) The king was a kind person.
- Common gender: person
  (“king” is masculine, but “person” can be male or female.)
(d) The son of my neighbour is my classmate.
- Common gender: neighbour, classmate

(Both “neighbour” and “classmate” can be used for males or females.)

Below are the direct answers for each activity:

Activity 8(a)

Fill in the blanks with words from the help box. One is done for you.

Help Box: dust, coughing, flew, avoid, eyes

(a) My pet cat has green eyes.
(b) The old man was coughing the entire night.
(c) After the rain, there was no dust on the road.
(d) We should always try to avoid telling lies.
(e) The bird flew off to the sky.

Activity 8(b)

Make sentences of your own using the following words:

Here are sentences using each of the words:

Village: I visited a quiet village nestled in the hills.
Broom: She swept the floor with a sturdy broom every morning.
Stop: Please stop and listen carefully to the instructions.
Play: The children love to play in the park after school.

Activity 9(a)

Write four sentences on how the community workers keep your school area clean.
(Using hints: using broom and water, sweeping the dust regularly, removing the garbage)

“The community workers use a broom and water to clean every corner of our school area.”
“They sweep the dust regularly to ensure the floors are free of debris.”
“They remove the garbage from the playground and surrounding areas promptly.”
“Their continuous efforts make our school a clean and healthy place to learn.”

Activity 9(b)

Write four sentences on how one should take care of old people.
(Using hints: looking after the needs of old people, providing healthy food, helping in daily work)

“We should always look after the needs of old people with kindness and respect.”
“It is important to provide them with healthy and nutritious food every day.”
“Helping them with daily tasks, like cooking and cleaning, makes a big difference.”
“Spending quality time with them and listening to their stories is essential for their well-being.”

LESSON 2- A Girl in A Fair

The answer to question 2 is likely (c) fair.

Below are direct answers for the activities based on the passage:

Activity 1

Complete the following sentences with words from the text:

(a) Lipi is nine years old.
(b) Lipi and her parents live at Sukhnagar.
(c) Lipi’s father makes masks.
(d) Lipi repeatedly asks her father to take her to the fair.

Activity 2

Why is Lipi so eager to go to the fair?

Lipi is excited to see the fair because she wants to enjoy all the fun activities, explore the different stalls, and watch her father selling masks. As a little girl, she finds the lively atmosphere of the fair very appealing and doesn’t want to miss out on the excitement.

Below are direct answers for Activities 3 and 4 based on the given passage.

Activity 3

Write ‘T’ (True) for true and ‘F’ (False) for false statements:

(a) Nobody was buying masks.
- False (A small crowd was buying masks.)
(b) Lipi’s father sells dolls.
- False (He sells masks, not dolls.)
(c) The dolls are made of wood.
- False (They are made of burnt clay.)
(d) Mansur is Rubina’s father.
- True (He is indeed Rubina’s father.)

Activity 4

Match Column A with Column B:

A	B	Answer
1. Lipi is excited	(a) made of burnt clay	1 → (d) to be at the fair
2. Some people gathered	(b) inside Mansur’s shop	2 → (c) to buy masks
3. Lipi meets Rubina	(c) to buy masks	3 → (b) inside Mansur’s shop
4. Mansur sells dolls	(d) to be at the fair	4 → (a) made of burnt clay

So the correct matches are: 1 → (d), 2 → (c), 3 → (b), 4 → (a).

Activity 5

Below is a suggested correct order for the sentences based on the story events:

(b) Lipi looks around the fair.
(c) Close by, a puppet show is about to start.
(e) She also hears a group of bauls sing some distance away.
(a) She has fun riding the merry-go-round.
(d) She wishes to visit the fair again next year.

So, if you are numbering them 1–5 in the boxes, it would be:

(b) → 1
(c) → 2
(e) → 3
(a) → 4
(d) → 5

Activity 6

Answer the following questions:
(a) Who is Lipi’s classmate?
(b) What does Sujoy buy at the fair?
(c) What does Lipi eat at the fair?
(d) Why is Lipi very happy?

Below are the answers:

(a) Lipi’s classmate is Sujoy.
(b) Sujoy buys a doll from Mansur uncle’s shop and a tiger mask from Lipi’s father.
(c) Lipi eats alu kabli and phuchka at the fair (and she also takes some jilabis home).
(d) Lipi is very happy because she had a fun day at the fair enjoying the rides, delicious food, and attractive gifts, and she got to meet her friend Sujoy.

Below are the answers for Activity 8:

Activity 7

Underline Nouns and Pronouns

Lipi looks around the fair. She sees the huge merry-go-round.
(Nouns: Lipi, fair, merry-go-round; Pronouns: She)
Little Lipi has never been to a fair. So she is very excited today.
(Nouns: Lipi, fair; Pronouns: she)
Sujoy is Lipi’s classmate. He buys a mask.
(Nouns: Sujoy, Lipi, classmate, mask; Pronouns: He)
Lipi’s father buys her a doll. It is made of burnt clay.
(Nouns: Lipi, father, doll, burnt clay; Pronouns: her, It)

Activity 8(a)

Replace Underlined Words

(i) We see different shops in the fair. (replaced “various”)
(ii) Rini is glad to see her friend. (replaced “delighted”)
(iii) Large rocks are found under the sea. (replaced “huge”)
(iv) The football match is about to begin. (replaced “start”)

Activity 8(b)

Create Sentences

Agrees: She agrees to join the team for the project.
Exclaims: “Wow!” he exclaims when he sees the fireworks.
Crowd: The crowd erupted in applause after the performance.
Folk: The folk in the village gathered for the annual festival.

Below are sample answers for all the activities:

Suppose you are Lipi’s friend. Tell the class:

(a) What do you think Lipi enjoyed the most in the fair?
I think Lipi enjoyed riding the merry-go-round the most.

(b) Why do you think so?
Because she mentioned having a lot of fun and laughing with excitement as the merry-go-round spun around.

Activity 9(a)

Lipi enjoyed eating alu-kabli and phuchka at the fair. Have you ever tasted these? Write four sentences on what other food you like eating.

I love eating crispy samosas filled with spicy potatoes.
I enjoy a hot plate of chole bhature on weekends.
My favorite snack is pani puri because of its tangy and refreshing taste.
I also like indulging in sweet jalebis for dessert after a meal.

Activity 9(b)

In this lesson you have read about a village fair. There are many other fairs held in our state. Given a chance, which one of these fairs would you like to visit? Write in four sentences.

I would love to visit the Book Fair because I enjoy reading and discovering new stories.
It is exciting to see so many books from different countries all in one place.
I look forward to finding rare and interesting books that spark my imagination.
Visiting the Book Fair would be a wonderful way to spend my day learning and exploring.

Let’s Work Together

Make a clay model of any one of the following (a fruit, a vegetable, or a doll) and tell the class how you have made it.

Sample Answer (Fruit – Apple):

I took a small ball of red clay and rolled it between my palms to form a smooth, round apple shape.
Then, I gently pressed the top to create a small dimple where the stem would be.
I rolled a tiny piece of green clay into a leaf shape and attached it beside the dimple.
Finally, I smoothed out the surface to give my apple a polished look, and now it looks just like a real apple!

LESSON 3 – TASTE OF BENGAL

Below are sample answers for the “Taste of Bengal” lesson:

1. What is the taste of the following food items?

Rosogolla: SWEET
Lemon pickle: SOUR
Fried bitter gourd: BITTER

2. Which taste do you like the most?

Sample answer:
I like the sweet taste the most because it is delicious and reminds me of traditional Bengali desserts.

Activity 1

Complete the following sentences with information from the text:

(a) Gogol visited Kolkata with his parents.
(b) Gogol taught his cousins to play badminton.
(c) Gogol was delighted to learn ludo and carrom.
(d) A warm relationship quickly developed among the cousins.

Activity 2

“Gogol was enjoying his summer holidays, except for one thing” – What do you think was this one thing?

I think the one thing might have been that Gogol felt a little homesick or out of place because it was his first visit to Bengal. Even though he enjoyed spending time with his cousins and learning new games, he might have missed his familiar surroundings and friends from abroad.

Below are the direct answers based on the passage:

Activity 3

Tick the most appropriate answer from the alternatives given:

(a) Gogol was not particularly fond of
□ eggs √ rice □ meat

(b) Gogol had spent
□ a month □ a day √ a week in his cousin’s home.

(d) Grandma had
□ black √ white □ brown hair.

Activity 4

Write “T” for true and “F” for false for the following statements:

(a) Gogol did not try any Bengali dish at his cousin’s house.
F (He had tried many Bengali dishes during his stay.)

(b) Rivu and Gouri liked the taste of Hilsa fish.
T (They enjoyed Hilsa fish in mustard, posto, moong dal with peas.)

(d) Gogol’s grandmother did not welcome them.
F (She welcomed them with an embrace and hugged Gogol tightly.)

Below are the direct answers for the two activities based on the passage:

Activity 5

Match column A with column B:

A	B
(i) Grandma	(c) had prepared hot luchis and potato curry
(ii) Gogol	(a) found the food very tasty
(iii) The children	(d) heard stories told by Grandma
(iv) The family	(b) returned to Kolkata in the evening

Activity 6

Answer the following questions:

(a) What did the children do after having breakfast?
They played in the courtyard.

(b) What did Gogol have for lunch?
Gogol had a hearty lunch of rice and rohu curry, followed by rosogollas and sweet curd.

(d) Why was the day unforgettable for Gogol?
The day was unforgettable for Gogol because he realized that the taste of Bengali food is closely related to love and care, and he enjoyed experiencing the warmth and deliciousness of the food.

Below are the answers for Activity 7 as per the tasks given in the screenshot.

Activity 7(a)

1. Circle the Proper Nouns in the passage:
Passage:
“India is our motherland. We have the Himalayas in the north, the Indian Ocean in the south. The Bay of Bengal lies in the east and the Arabian Sea in the west. New Delhi is the capital of our country.”

The Proper Nouns are:

India
Himalayas
Indian Ocean
Bay of Bengal
Arabian Sea
New Delhi

2. Fill in the blanks with Pronouns:

(i) Ravi is a good boy.
Answer: He is a good boy.

(ii) People were happy.
Answer: They were happy.

(iii) Salma is a young girl.
Answer: She is a young girl.

Activity 7(b)

For the sentence:
(iv) I read a book yesterday. I liked ______ very much.
Answer: I read a book yesterday. I liked it very much.

(If there are any additional sentences needing pronoun replacement from your book, use “it” for singular objects and “they” for plural ones as appropriate.)

Activity 7(c)

Pick out the Proper Nouns and Pronouns from the passage and place them in the correct columns.

Passage:
“There are many famous tourist spots in West Bengal. The Sunderbans, Santiniketan and Jaldapara are some of them. Many people visit these places during vacations. They enjoy their stay at these places. I have visited the Sunderbans. It is a beautiful place.”

Proper Nouns:

West Bengal
The Sunderbans
Santiniketan
Jaldapara

Pronouns:

them
these
They
their
I
It

Below are sample answers for each activity:

Let’s Talk

Suppose you had gone for a picnic with your friends. You might say to your partner:

(a) About the Place:
“I really enjoyed the picnic spot; the park was so serene with green lawns, tall trees, and a gentle breeze that made the day perfect.”

(b) About the Food:
“The food was amazing too—fresh sandwiches, crunchy salads, and sweet lemonade made the picnic truly delightful.”

Activity 8(a)

Circle the following words in the table:
Words to circle:

SUMMER
VISIT
TASTE
CARROM
BENGAL

(Note: In your answer sheet, simply circle these words as they appear in the letter grid.)

Activity 8(b)

Change the numbers of the underlined words and rewrite the sentences correctly.

Example:
Original: She has a nice pen.
Revised: She has nice pens.

Now, rewrite the following:

(a) Original: I collected a leaf for my project work.
Revised: I collected leaves for my project work.

(b) Original: He saw a butterfly.
Revised: He saw butterflies.

Activity 9(a)

Write four sentences on your favourite food item. Use the following hints: name of the food item, taste, flavour, and colour.

Sample Answer (using “mango ice cream” as an example):

My favourite food item is mango ice cream.
It has a sweet and refreshing taste that makes it irresistible.
The flavour of ripe, juicy mangoes is perfectly captured in every spoonful.
Its vibrant yellow colour brightens my day and reminds me of summer.

Activity 9(b)

Suppose you live in a beautiful village. Describe the village and its surroundings in four sentences. Use the following hints: name of the village, the natural beauty around, and simple and peaceful life.

Sample Answer:

I live in a quaint village called Shantipur.
The village is surrounded by lush green fields, sparkling streams, and colorful blooming gardens.
Life here is very simple and peaceful, with friendly neighbours and a calm atmosphere.
Every morning, I wake up to the melodious chirping of birds and the gentle rustle of the trees, which fills me with joy.

LESSON 4 – THE HERO

Below is one way to match the persons with their professions:

Soldier: fights for his country
Footballer (or any sports person): plays for his/her team in the field
Cobbler: mends shoes
Doctor: takes care of sick people

Regarding the question, “Can we call these persons heroes?” – Yes, we can call them heroes because each one contributes to society in a special way. A soldier defends the nation, a sports person brings joy and unity, a cobbler supports everyday life with his skills, and a doctor or nurse saves lives with care and dedication. Their efforts, though different, all make a positive impact on our community.

Activity-1

Complete the following sentences by choosing the most appropriate alternatives:

(i) The writer went to his uncle’s house.
(ii) During the afternoons, the writer was bored.
(iii) The writer’s friends played football or cricket every afternoon.
(iv) The writer felt that he was very unimportant.

Activity-2

What do you think was the ‘miracle’?

Sample Answer:
I think the miracle was that something unexpected happened which changed the writer’s situation. Perhaps he was finally given a chance to play with his friends, making him feel included and valued. This unexpected opportunity transformed his feelings of insignificance into one of joy and belonging.

Below are the direct answers for the activities:

Activity 3

Write ‘T’ for true and ‘F’ for false for each statement:

(a) Apu went to see a football match.
F
(He went to see a Kabadi match.)

(b) The team from Motiganj was last year’s winner.
T

(d) Nasir pulled Apu to the playground.
F
(It was Apu’s cousin who pulled him, not Nasir.)

Activity 4

Match column A with column B to make meaningful sentences:

Column A	Column B
(a) Apu and his cousin must go to Burir Math	(iii) by 4 o’clock
(b) Apu was anxious	(iv) about his role in the match
(c) Nasir hasn’t come	(i) because his mother is ill
(d) It’s a matter of prestige	(ii) for our village

So, the matches are:

(a) → (iii)
(b) → (iv)
(c) → (i)
(d) → (ii)

Below are the direct answers for the two activities:

Activity 5

Arrange the following sentences in the correct order. (Use the numbers/letters provided as they appear in your question.)

The sentences in correct order are:

(IV) I moved into their part of the ground.
(II) They caught me easily.
(V) I felt helpless.
(III) experienced a painful bite
(I) I gave a jerk.

(This reflects the sequence in the story: first, Apu moved into the opponents’ area; then he was caught easily, felt helpless when piled on; soon after, he experienced a painful ant bite; and finally, he gave a jerk to free himself.)

Activity 4

Answer the following questions:

(a) How did the opponents play?
They played very well, catching our players one by one and making it difficult for us to stay in the game.

(b) Why were the supporters losing their hope?
The supporters were losing hope because almost all of our players had been caught, and the opposing team was close to victory.

(c) When did Apu give a jerk?
Apu gave a jerk after he experienced a painful bite on his right leg—when he was helpless on the ground and trying to save himself from more bites.

(d) Who won the match for Apu’s team?
Apu won the match for his team with his unexpected jerk, which caused the opponents to be caught out, and that moment was cheered by all our supporters.

Activity-7(a)

(i) He is a brave boy.

Noun: boy (circle this)
Qualifying Adjective: brave (underline this)

(ii) This is a beautiful dress.

Noun: dress (circle this)
Qualifying Adjective: beautiful (underline this)

Activity-7(b)

Underline the Qualifying Adjectives in the following sentences:

(a) Today we enjoyed a tasty lunch.
(b) I saw an exciting match yesterday.
(c) My grandma told me an interesting story.
(d) The bright moon shines in the clear sky.

Activity 7(c)

For each sentence, underline the past forms ending in -ed (regular verbs) and circle the past forms formed by changing letters (irregular verbs):

(a) So I (circled: felt) myself to be as insignificant as an ant.
- “felt” is the past form of feel (irregular; formed by changing letters).

(b) The large crowd (underlined: cheered).
- “cheered” is formed by adding -ed (regular verb).

(c) They (circled: caught) me easily.
- “caught” is the past form of catch (irregular; formed by changing letters).

(d) We (underlined: clapped), we (underlined: shouted).
- Both “clapped” and “shouted” are formed by adding -ed (regular verbs).

Activity 7(d)

Pick out the Regular and Irregular Verbs from the following sentences and write them in the appropriate boxes:

(a) Torsha sang beautifully.
- sang → Irregular Verb
(b) My brother helped me in my studies.
- helped → Regular Verb
(c) She walked to school every day.
- walked → Regular Verb
(d) The soldiers fought for their country.
- fought → Irregular Verb

Regular Verbs: helped, walked
Irregular Verbs: sang, fought

Below are the answers for Activity 8:

Activity-8(a)

Rearrange the letters properly to form meaningful words (the words are found in the text):

(i) NIOCUS → COUSIN

(ii) IACELRM → MIRACLE

(iii) PSIERETG → PRESTIGE

(iv) SPOTEUPRRS → SUPPORTERS

Activity-8(b)

Make sentences of your own using the following words:

vacation:
“I spent my vacation at the beach, where I built sandcastles and enjoyed the warm sunshine.”
anxious:
“I felt anxious before my school play, but my friends’ encouragement made me feel better.”
severe:
“The weather forecast warned of severe storms, so we stayed indoors all day.”
jump:
“I love to jump on the trampoline in the park with my friends.”

Let’s Talk

How I Wish to Spend My Summer Vacation:
“I wish to spend my summer vacation traveling to new places, reading my favorite books, and learning a new hobby. I plan to spend quality time with my family and friends at the beach. I would also love to explore museums and historical sites to learn more about our culture. Overall, I want my summer vacation to be a mix of adventure, relaxation, and learning.”

Activity 9(a): Celebrating India’s Independence Day at School

“At our school, teachers and students come together with patriotic spirit to celebrate India’s Independence Day.”
“We start the day by hoisting the national flag and singing the national anthem with pride.”
“After the flag hoisting, we perform cultural activities such as skits, speeches, and recitations about freedom.”
“I feel proud and inspired when I see everyone united, and the celebrations fill my heart with joy and gratitude for our country.”

Activity 9(b): My Favourite Game

“My favourite game is football.”
“It is played on a large field where two teams try to score by kicking the ball into the opponent’s net.”
“The game requires teamwork, strategy, and physical fitness, which makes every match exciting.”
“I enjoy playing football because it keeps me active, challenges my skills, and lets me bond with my friends.”

LESSON 5 – MEETING BARRE MIYA

Domestic Animals:

Cow
Goat

Wild Animals:

Lion
Deer

Animal Description:
The animal is a tiger.

Activity 1

Write “T” for True and “F” for False for each statement:

(a) The Sunderbans is in the north of Bengal.
F
(The Sunderbans is in the extreme south of Bengal.)

(b) Subol and Madol had a boat.
T

(d) The river beyond Basanti is called the Matla.
F
(Beyond Basanti, the river is called Bidya.)

Activity 2

“It was his first time and he was very excited.”
Before starting their journey into the deep forest, Subol felt excited and full of anticipation. He was thrilled by the new experience and eager to explore the unknown, even though he had never ventured that far into the forest before.

Activity 3

Complete the following sentences with words from the text:

Barre Miya is a ______ creature.
Answer: strange
(The text says, “Barre Miya is a strange creature…”)
Subol and Madol were sailing down the ______.
Answer: Bidya river
(“They were sailing down the Bidya river.”)
Kamots have ______.
Answer: sharp teeth
(The text states, “Kamots are creatures of the water with sharp teeth.”)

(If there is an extra sentence like “In Sunderbans, men and animals ______ live together,” the answer would be “live together.”)

Activity 4

Complete the following table by matching the “Who/What” with the correct “Action” from the text.

Who/What	Action
Subol	asked Madol eagerly
Barre Miya	can snatch a prey at will
Madol	gave warning to Subol
The waters of the Bay of Bengal	mixed with the river

(Explanation:
– Subol is the one who asks Madol eagerly,
– Barre Miya is described as being able to snatch a prey at will,
– Madol warns Subol (“Don’t dip your hand into the water”), and
– The waters of the Bay of Bengal mixed with the river.)

Activity 5

Arrange the following sentences in the correct order.

The sentences to arrange are:

There appeared a huge tiger.
They stood like statues.
They carried empty sacks to collect dry wood for fuel.
The tiger ambled away.
The brothers heard a deafening roar.

Correct Order:

First: (3) They carried empty sacks to collect dry wood for fuel.
Second: (5) The brothers heard a deafening roar.
Third: (1) There appeared a huge tiger.
Fourth: (2) They stood like statues.
Fifth: (4) The tiger ambled away.

Activity 6

Answer the following questions:

(a) Which trees did Subol and Madol see in the forest?
They saw sundari, hental, and goran trees.

(b) What did they hear suddenly?
They suddenly heard a deafening roar.

(d) Why did the tiger amble away?
The tiger ambled away after pausing and giving the brothers a cold look, as the brothers remained calm and did not challenge it.

Activity 7(a)

Underline the verbs that show action in the present time in the following sentences:

(a) The girl is singing a song.
(b) They are playing football.
(c) I am reading a book.
(d) They are going to school.

(The underlined verbs – is singing, are playing, am reading, are going – are in the Present Continuous Tense.)

Activity 7(b)

Underline the verbs that are in the Present Continuous Tense:

(a) Mita is dancing on the stage.
(b) The child is laughing.
(c) Rita is buying a mask.
(d) The man is eating rice.

Activity 8(a)

Fill in the blanks with words from the Help Box:
Help Box: fuel, ambled, afraid, experience

(a) I had a wonderful experience to see the tiger.
(b) The two brothers were afraid.
(c) We use petrol and diesel as fuel for our cars.
(d) They ambled down by the river bank.

Activity 8(b)

Make sentences of your own using the following words:

extreme:
“The weather in the desert was extreme, with scorching heat during the day.”
silent:
“The classroom was completely silent as we prepared for the exam.”
sacks:
“We carried heavy sacks filled with rice from the store to our home.”
relieved:
“I felt relieved when I finally finished my assignments on time.”

Let’s Talk

How Trees Help Us:
Trees play a vital role in our lives. They provide oxygen through photosynthesis, help regulate the climate, and offer us much-needed shade on hot days. Trees also serve as habitats for birds and other wildlife and help prevent soil erosion. Moreover, they contribute to the beauty of our surroundings and offer resources like fruits and timber. In short, trees not only support the environment but also enhance our quality of life.

Activity 9(a)

Suppose your school has arranged a tour to the Sunderbans. Write five sentences on which three items you will carry with you and why.

For the tour to the Sunderbans, I would carry a water bottle, a map, and snacks.
I would choose a water bottle to stay hydrated during the hot and humid conditions.
A map is essential to help me navigate through the dense forest and complex waterways.
I would also pack snacks to keep my energy levels up during the long journey.
With these three items, I will be well-prepared to explore the Sunderbans safely and comfortably.

Activity 9(b)

Write five sentences on how you would take care of your pet animal if you had one.

If I had a pet, I would ensure it receives nutritious food every day to keep it healthy.
I would provide my pet with clean water at all times.
I would create a safe and comfortable environment to protect my pet from harm.
Whenever my pet feels ill or gets hurt, I would nurse it back to health with proper care and medication.
I would also spend quality time with my pet, playing and cuddling with it, so that it feels loved and secure.

CHAPTER 6 – SWADESH

Matching Column A with Column B

(a) Independence Day → (iii) 15th August
(b) Republic Day → (i) 26th January
(c) Netaji’s birthday → (ii) 2nd October
(d) Gandhiji’s birthday → (iv) 23rd January

How These Days Are Celebrated in Our School

In our school, we celebrate Independence Day and Republic Day with great enthusiasm. On Independence Day (15th August), the school assembly begins with the hoisting of the national flag, followed by the singing of the national anthem and patriotic songs. Students often perform cultural programs such as dances, skits, and recitations that highlight our struggle for freedom. On Republic Day (26th January), the focus is on honoring the Constitution of India; we organize parades, patriotic speeches, and various competitions that instill a sense of national pride in all of us.

Some schools also celebrate Gandhiji’s birthday (23rd January) by discussing his life, values, and contributions through essay competitions and presentations, while Netaji’s birthday (2nd October) might be acknowledged with special programs or readings about his role in India’s freedom movement.

Each celebration helps us understand and appreciate our rich history and the values that make our nation unique.

Activity 1

Complete the following sentences with words from the text:

(a) It was a busy morning in a railway station.
(b) A young boy in soiled clothes entered the platform.
(c) The eyes of the young boy were glowing like fire.
(d) A Calcutta-bound train was coming.

Activity 2

“He recalled the incidents of the previous evening.”
Based on the context of the passage, here are some things he might have recalled:

His close encounter with the British police who were on the lookout for freedom fighters.
Any tense or dangerous moments from the previous evening related to his involvement in the freedom movement.
The atmosphere of fear and urgency that surrounded him.
His secret plans or instructions received as a young freedom fighter.
The risks and challenges he faced which made him decide to escape by boarding the train.

Activity 3

Write ‘T’ for true and ‘F’ for false for each statement:

(a) Yesterday evening Swadesh was studying in his room.
T

(b) Swadesh’s elder brother was deeply involved in the freedom movement.
T

(d) The bag contained some unimportant documents.
F
(The bag contained many secret documents.)

Activity 4

Match column A with column B:

Column A	Column B
(a) Swadesh	(iv) wanted to do something for his motherland
(b) The elder brother’s voice	(iii) trembled with emotion
(c) The elder brother entered the room	(ii) in a hurry
(d) The British police	(i) were chasing the elder brother

Activity 5

Answer the following questions:

(a) How was Swadesh brought back to the present?
He was brought back to the present when the train stopped suddenly with a jerk.

(b) Who were walking down the platform?
Some policemen were walking down the platform.

(c) How did Swadesh escape from the train compartment?
He found a window with a broken grille, hesitated for a moment, and then jumped out of the window.

(d) Why did he continue to run?
He continued to run because he realized he had to escape from the police who were about to search everyone, and he had a long way to go to reach safety.

Activity 6

Arrange the following sentences in the correct order. Put the numbers in the given boxes:

The sentences to arrange are:

The train stopped suddenly.
They wanted to search everyone.
There was a young boy in the train.
Swadesh jumped out of the window and escaped.
Some policemen ran towards his compartment.

Correct Order:

(3) There was a young boy in the train.
(1) The train stopped suddenly.
(5) Some policemen ran towards his compartment.
(2) They wanted to search everyone.
(4) Swadesh jumped out of the window and escaped

Activity 7(a)

For each sentence, circle the verbs and underline the words that add meaning to the verbs (adverbs):

(a) “He is now in Calcutta,” the elder brother said breathlessly.

Verbs: is, said
Adverbs: now, breathlessly

(b) Quickly he found a window with a broken grille.

Verb: found
Adverb: Quickly

(c) He was also deeply involved in the freedom movement.

Verb: was
Adverbs: also, deeply

(d) Suddenly the train stopped with a jerk.

Verb: stopped
Adverb: Suddenly

Activity 7(b)

Underline the adverbs in the following sentences:

(a) Suddenly the boy went out of the class.

(b) Mother spoke to her son angrily.

(c) The girl was slowly doing her work.

(d) We should always cross the road carefully.

Activity 8(a)

Fill in the blanks with words from the Help Box:

(a) The way up the hill was uneven.
(b) My friend shares her secret with me.
(c) The eyes of the cat were glowing in the dark.
(d) I found a football behind a bush.

Activity 8(b)

Complete the following table by writing the appropriate pairs of masculine and feminine gender nouns. (A common set of pairs is given below.)

Masculine Gender	Feminine Gender
1. Son	1. Daughter
2. Uncle	2. Aunt
3. Brother	3. Sister
4. Drone	4. Bee

Note: In the natural world, a male bee is called a drone while the worker bees (which are all female) are simply known as bees.

Let’s Talk

Tell the class how you dearly love the place you live in.

Sample Answer:
“I dearly love the place I live in because it is peaceful and full of natural beauty. My neighborhood is quiet and friendly, with plenty of parks and green spaces where I can relax and play. The people here are caring and supportive, making me feel safe and happy. I appreciate the clean environment and the sense of community that makes it feel like home.”

Activity 9(a)

Many great freedom fighters have fought for India’s independence. Write five sentences about one of them using the given hints.

Sample Answer (about Mahatma Gandhi):

Mahatma Gandhi was born in Porbandar, Gujarat.
He dedicated his life to fighting for India’s independence through non-violent means.
Gandhi organized peaceful protests and marches that united millions of Indians.
His philosophy of non-violence and truth inspired people across the country.
Even today, his teachings continue to motivate and influence the world.

Lesson 7 – A DREAM JOURNEY

Below are the sample answers for the activities:

1. Match the pictures with their names

Picture 1: Sealdah Station
Picture 2: General Post Office (GPO)
Picture 3: Victoria Memorial
Picture 4: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport

2(a) Name the city where these famous places are located

These famous landmarks are in Kolkata.

2(b) Suppose you are given the chance to visit a place of your choice. Which place would you like to visit? Would it be a city or a village? Discuss with the class.

Sample Answer:
If I had the chance, I would love to visit a city like Kolkata because it is rich in history and culture. The city has many famous landmarks such as the Victoria Memorial and the General Post Office, which tell fascinating stories about our past. However, I also appreciate the calm and simplicity of village life. Ultimately, I would choose a city for its vibrant energy and diverse attractions, but I believe every place has its own charm.

Activity 1

Complete the following sentences with information from the text:

(a) Jhinuk lives with her mother in Alipurduar.
(b) Alipurduar is a pretty city surrounded by distant hills.
(c) One weekend, Jhinuk was expecting her father to arrive.
(d) Jhinuk had her dinner silently.

Activity 2

“Then she had a strange dream” — What do you think was this strange dream all about?

Sample Answer:
I think the strange dream might have been about her longing to see her father. In her dream, she could have imagined him arriving unexpectedly, surrounded by happy and comforting images that made her feel loved and safe. Perhaps the dream mixed memories of the stories he told her about Kolkata with her own hopes of a joyful reunion. This dream might have been her mind’s way of coping with the sadness of his absence.

Activity 3

Tick the most appropriate answer from the alternatives given:

The fairy waved a
□ cloth √ magic wand □ paper
In a moment, Jhinuk found herself in a
□ classroom □ marketplace √ busy road
In another wave of the fairy’s magic wand, Jhinuk saw in front of her a
√ river □ sea
The fairy wanted to take Jhinuk to
□ Victoria Memorial √ Eden Gardens □ Science City

Activity 4

Write “T” for true and “F” for false for each statement:

(a) An old woman visited Jhinuk in her dreams.
F
(It was a beautiful fairy, not an old woman.)

(b) Jhinuk found only small buildings in the city.
F
(She saw tall buildings, moving traffic, and a busy road.)

(d) Kolkata is a very busy city.
T

Activity 5

Match column A with column B:

Column A	Column B
(1) Jhinuk	(b) wanted to see the underground trains
(ii) A familiar voice	(c) wakes Jhinuk up
(iii) Jhinuk’s father	(d) managed to return home
(iv) People	(a) buy old and new books from College Street

Activity 6

Answer the following questions:

(a) Which metro station did Jhinuk and the fairy enter?
They entered the Esplanade Metro station.

(b) Where did Jhinuk find a road lined with bookshops on either side?
She found it on College Street.

(c) Why was Jhinuk delighted?
She was delighted because she spotted her father in a bookshop, realizing that he had come home.

(d) What did Jhinuk see after waking up?
After waking up, she saw her father standing before her, smiling.

Activity 7(a)

Fill in the blanks with the Present Continuous form of the given verbs:

(a) Shamim, is drawing a picture.
(b) The boy is climbing a rock.
(c) I am talking to my friend.
(d) They are crossing the desert.

Activity 7(b)

Circle the adverbs in the following sentences:

(a) He ran quickly to the bus stop.
(b) The teacher is thinking deeply.
(c) The wind is blowing gently.
(d) I always try to help others.

Activity 8(a)

Match the states with their capitals:

State	Capital
(a) West Bengal	(iii) Kolkata
(b) Bihar	(i) Patna
(c) Odisha	(iv) Bhubaneswar
(d) Assam	(ii) Guwahati

Activity 8(b)

Make sentences of your own using the following words:

anchored:
“The boat was anchored firmly in the harbor.”
wand:
“The magician waved his wand to perform an amazing trick.”
familiar:
“I felt comfortable and happy in the familiar surroundings of my hometown.”
city:
“The city buzzed with energy as people hurried along the busy streets.”

Let’s Talk

Experience with a Famous Cricketer:
“Yesterday, I had the incredible opportunity to meet a famous cricketer who once played at Eden Gardens. He shared exciting stories about his memorable matches at the iconic stadium and the electrifying atmosphere during games. I felt starstruck and inspired by his passion for cricket. His humble nature and encouraging words made the encounter truly unforgettable. I left the meeting with a heart full of joy and a renewed love for the game.”

Activity 9(a)

Choice of Place to Visit

Among the three places, I would like to visit Eden Gardens.
It is famous for its exciting cricket matches that fill the stadium with energy and passion.
As a cricket fan, I have always dreamed of watching a match in such a historic venue.
The roar of the crowd and the thrill of the game in Eden Gardens would be an experience like no other.
Visiting Eden Gardens would allow me to connect with the spirit of the game and create lasting memories.

Activity 9(b)

Meeting a Fairy and My Three Wishes

I met the fairy in a serene garden on a cool, starlit evening.
She waved her magic wand and graciously offered to grant me three wishes.
For my first wish, I would ask for endless peace and happiness for everyone, because a harmonious world would be a magical place to live.
My second wish would be to have the power of instant travel, so I could explore the wonders of the world whenever I desire.
For my third wish, I would wish for eternal good health and prosperity for my family, ensuring that we always share in the joy and excitement of life.

LESSON 8 – SISTERS

1. What are the things that you see on the stage as shown in the picture?

From the image, it appears there is:

A trunk or wooden box.
A stool or small seat.
Some pots or containers.
A bundle of straw or thatched roof overhead.
Two sisters in traditional attire—one is combing the other’s hair.

(Your exact answer may vary depending on how many objects you identify in the picture.)

2. Suppose an English play is going to be staged in your school. Would you like to participate in it? Give reasons for your answer.

Sample Answer:

Yes, I would love to participate in an English play at my school. First, it would give me the chance to improve my English-speaking skills by learning lines and delivering them confidently on stage. Second, I enjoy acting and expressing different emotions in front of an audience, which helps build my self-confidence. Finally, being part of a team and working together on a creative project is exciting and fun, as it brings classmates closer and helps us learn from each other.

Activity 1

Tick (√) the correct answer:

Ruma and her mother were missing:
- (i) father
- (ii) Bikash (√)
- (iii) baby
The hair of Ruma’s mother was:
- (i) short
- (ii) curly
- (iii) long (√)
Ruma’s mother was wearing:
- (i) a skirt
- (ii) a saree (√)
- (iii) a gown
Ruma ___ her mother’s hair.
- (i) combed
- (ii) braided (√)
- (iii) dyed

Activity 2

Why do you think Bikash had gone to attend a language-learning course?

Sample Answer:
Bikash likely attended the language-learning course to improve his English-speaking skills. It might have been important for his studies, career opportunities, or to communicate effectively in different situations. Learning English can open up new paths in higher education, help in getting better jobs, and allow him to interact with people from various places.

Activity 3

Write ‘T’ for true and ‘F’ for false statements:

(a) Bikash entered carrying one parcel.
F (He was carrying several parcels.)

(b) Bikash has become a postal service employee.
T

(d) Mother took the parcels from her son.
F (Bikash gave the parcels to Ruma.)

Activity 4

Match Column A with Column B to make meaningful sentences:

Column A	Column B
(1) Bikash holds Ruma’s hand	(c) and approaches their mother
(2) The great news was that	(d) Bikash was a postal service employee
(3) In Bengal a lot of office work	(a) is done in English
(4) Bikash brought	(b) sarees and sweets for Ruma and mother

So the final matches are:

(1) → (c)
(2) → (d)
(3) → (a)
(4) → (b)

Activity 5

Fill in the table by matching “Who/What” with the correct “Action” from the text:

Who/What	Action
(a) The family	sit down on the floor mat
(b) Everyone	keen to learn English
(c) Bengali Language	lives in people’s heart
(d) English Language	points to the family on the floor mat

Activity 6

Who are the two sisters?
The two sisters are the Bengali Language and the English Language.
Why was ‘Bengali Language’ worried?
She was worried because she felt everyone was eager to learn English, and she feared being neglected or losing her importance.
How is the ‘English Language’ useful?
The English Language is useful because it helps link different regions and enables people who speak various languages to communicate with each other.
What did the two sisters do in the end?
In the end, they agreed to stay like sisters. They held hands and showed that both languages can coexist in harmony.

Activity 7(a)

Underline the words which show the relationship between any two Nouns or between a Noun and a Pronoun:

(i) I was greatly benefitted by the English class.

(ii) But you live in the hearts of your people.

(The underlined words “by”, “in”, and “of” are prepositions that show the relationship between the words in the sentences.)

Activity 7(b)

Underline the prepositions in the following sentences:

(a) I kept the book on the table.

(b) He is inside the room.

(d) We participate in different events on the Sports Day.

Activity 8(a)

Rearrange the letters properly to form meaningful words. (You will find the words in the text.)

(a) SIMS → MISS
(b) ORCUES → COURSE
(c) ETRGESU → GESTURE
(d) ANAEGUGL → LANGUAGE

Activity 8(b)

Make sentences of your own using words that are opposite in meaning to the following words:

day (opposite: night)
Example: “I love the quiet of the night when the world seems to rest.”
after (opposite: before)
Example: “I always check my schedule before I leave the house.”
open (opposite: closed)
Example: “The shop is closed on Sundays, so we visited another store.”
happy (opposite: sad)
Example: “I felt sad when the rainy day ruined our picnic plans.”

Let’s Talk

Imagine you are a postman in your neighbourhood.
“Every day as I deliver letters and parcels, I meet interesting people and hear their stories. I once delivered a birthday invitation to a kind old lady who invited me in for a cup of tea. I enjoy greeting children who excitedly show me their drawings and thank me for the mail. Sometimes I even help neighbours by delivering messages for those who cannot leave their homes. My job as a postman lets me connect the community and brighten people’s days.”

Activity 9(a)

Write five sentences on what you want to be when you grow up.

When I grow up, I want to be a doctor because I have a strong desire to help others and save lives.
I chose this profession because it combines science with compassion, allowing me to make a real difference in people’s health.
Becoming a doctor requires hard work and dedication, which motivates me to learn and grow every day.
I believe doctors play a vital role in society by keeping communities healthy and providing comfort during times of need.
My aim is to work in a modern hospital where I can use advanced technology to treat patients and contribute to medical research.

Activity 9(b)

Write five sentences on the subject you like to study the most.

My favorite subject is Mathematics because it challenges my mind and encourages logical thinking.
I enjoy solving complex problems and puzzles that require creative and analytical approaches.
Mathematics is universal and forms the foundation for many modern technologies and scientific discoveries.
Studying Mathematics helps me develop critical problem-solving skills that are useful in everyday life.
I find great satisfaction in understanding patterns and theories, which makes every math lesson exciting.

Let’s Work Together

Suppose you have been given the task to arrange a play in your school. Discuss the following points with your friends:

How will you prepare the stage?
“We will decorate the stage with a creative backdrop and props that match the play’s theme. The lighting will be set up to highlight key areas, and we’ll arrange the seating to allow the audience a clear view of the performance.”
List of characters in the play:
“Our play will include characters such as the hero, the villain, a wise mentor, a comic relief, and supporting characters that drive the story forward.”
Names of your friends who will act in the play:
“I suggest that Rohit plays the hero because he is confident on stage, Anjali can portray the wise mentor, Priya is great at delivering emotional dialogues as the supporting character, and Rahul has a natural flair for comedy as the comic relief. We can assign other roles based on everyone’s strengths.”

LESSON 9 – A PROFILE IN KINDNESS

Below are sample answers for each of the activities based on the attached image and instructions:

On Your Mark

Certain situations are mentioned below. Put them under Do’s and Don’ts:

Helping an old man to cross the road
Throwing water at a dog
Giving food to a poor man
Having tiffin without sharing it with your friend

Do’s	Don’ts
(1) Helping an old man to cross the road	(2) Throwing water at a dog
(3) Giving food to a poor man	(4) Having tiffin without sharing with a friend

How would you feel after carrying out the “Do” actions?

I would feel happy and satisfied knowing that I helped others and showed kindness.

Let’s Read

(The story snippet: a man walking alone at night, hears children crying from a nearby hut, sees a faint light, and listens carefully.)

Activity 1

Write ‘T’ for true and ‘F’ for false statements:

(a) It was a stormy night.
→ F (False; the text says “The night was calm and quiet.”)

(b) A man heard some children crying.
→ T (True; he heard children crying.)

(d) The man moved far away from the hut.
→ F (False; he came close to the hut to listen carefully.)

Activity 2

“He listened carefully”—What do you think the man was listening to?

Sample Answer:

I think the man was listening to the children inside the hut, trying to figure out why they were crying and if they needed help. Perhaps he heard faint voices or sobbing sounds, and he wanted to make sure everyone was safe.

Activity 3

Below are sample answers for Activity 3, using exact phrases from the text:

(a) The man looked inside the hut.
(b) The woman had nothing to feed her children.
(c) The mother hoped that her children would fall asleep and forget their hunger.
(d) Maulavi Aga Siraji had a great influence on Mohsin.

Activity 4

Complete the following table:

Who/What	Action
(a) The woman	was talking to the children
(b) The children	crying in hunger
(c) Mohsin (the man)	returned with food
(d) Maulavi Aga Siraji	taught Mohsin in his childhood

Activity 5

Arrange the following sentences in the correct order. Put the numbers in the given boxes:

The sentences to arrange are:
(a) Mohsin felt sad for the man.
(b) He saw a stranger in his room.
(c) Mohsin was sleeping at night.
(d) A mild sound woke him up.
(e) Mohsin caught him stealing.

Correct Sequence:

(c) Mohsin was sleeping at night.
(d) A mild sound woke him up.
(b) He saw a stranger in his room.
(e) Mohsin caught him stealing.
(a) Mohsin felt sad for the man.

Activity 6

Answer the following questions:

(a) Why did Mohsin feel sad for the man?
Mohsin felt sad because he saw that the man was forced to steal out of desperation due to hunger and the need to feed his crying children.

(b) What did Mohsin give the thief?
He gave the man money to help him start a business.

(c) What did Mohsin dedicate his life to?
Mohsin dedicated his life to spreading education among Muslims and to helping the poor through charity.

(d) When did Mohsin die?
Mohsin died in 1812.

Activity 7(a)

Read the passage carefully and identify the Proper Nouns, Pronouns, and Qualifying Adjectives.

Passage:
“Last winter Brishti and Tupai went to Birbhum with their parents. Uncle Arup, a close friend of Tupai’s father, lived there with his family. They travelled by Santiniketan Express. In the train, they enjoyed beautiful songs sung by a baul. It was an unforgettable journey.”

Proper Nouns:

Brishti
Tupai
Birbhum
Uncle Arup
Santiniketan Express

Pronouns:

their (in “with their parents” and “with his family”)
They (in “They travelled…”)
It (in “It was an unforgettable journey”)

Qualifying Adjectives:

Last (in “Last winter”)
close (in “a close friend”)
beautiful (in “beautiful songs”)
unforgettable (in “unforgettable journey”)

Activity 7(b)

Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions:

(a) I placed the vase on the table.
(b) I sat at my desk to do the work.
(c) The cat ran across the road.
(d) The river flows under the bridge.

Activity 8(a)

Fill in the blanks with words from the Help Box:

(a) He was a rich and noble merchant.
(b) I was curious to know the secret.
(c) Never forget a helpful friend.
(d) My friend promised to meet me today.

Activity 8(b)

Solve the given crossword puzzle as instructed.

Across

to show love and kindness – CARE
region – AREA
say – TELL
365 days – YEAR

Down

vehicle drawn by cows or horses – CART
opposite of late – EARLY

(Note: The above words are common answers for the given clues.)

Activity 9(a)

Write five sentences on any memorable incident in your life.
Sample Answer:

Last summer, I attended a school camp where I learned how to set up tents and start a campfire.
I felt excited and proud when I helped my friends build our campsite.
We spent the evenings singing songs and sharing stories around the campfire.
I was filled with joy and a sense of adventure as I slept under the starry sky.
This incident is memorable to me because it taught me the value of teamwork and the beauty of nature.

Activity 9(b)

Suppose you have made a promise to your parents. Write five sentences about the promise you have made and how you have fulfilled it.
Sample Answer:

I promised my parents that I would study hard and improve my grades this year.
I made this promise because I knew that my success would make them proud.
I set up a daily study schedule and dedicated extra time to difficult subjects.

LESSON 10 – SANTINIKETAN

Below is a sample way to complete the chart and answer the questions based on the festivals mentioned:

1. Fill in the chart with the festivals given:

Festivals Celebrated in West Bengal	Festivals Celebrated Outside West Bengal
(i) Poush Mela	(i) Bihu (celebrated in Assam)
(ii) Basanta Utsab	(ii) Onam (celebrated in Kerala)

2. Mention two festivals celebrated in West Bengal. Where in West Bengal are they celebrated?

Poush Mela
- Celebrated in Santiniketan, Bolpur, located in the Birbhum district of West Bengal. It typically takes place in late December and features folk music, dance performances, and local handicrafts.
Basanta Utsab
- Also famously celebrated in Santiniketan. It coincides with the festival of Holi, and participants wear colorful attire, sing songs, and dance to welcome spring.

You can discuss these festivals further with your friends, sharing how people celebrate, what special foods they eat, and why these events are significant to the culture of West Bengal.

Activity 1

Write ‘T’ for true and ‘F’ for false statements:

(a) A storm was blowing.
→ F (False) – The text mentions a mild wind, not a storm.

(b) Santiniketan is reminded of old days.
→ T (True)

(d) Earlier there was only empty land around Santiniketan.
→ T (True)

Activity 2

“But they can talk to one another like human beings.”
Discuss with your partner how two houses can speak with each other.

Sample Discussion:
Imagine that each house has a personality and a voice. They use the wind to carry their words, just as humans use sound waves. The mild breeze could pick up their whispered conversations about memories of the past, changes they have seen, and the people who have lived in them. This personification makes the houses come alive in our imagination, allowing them to share stories and experiences just like friends would do.

Activity 3

Complete the following sentences with words from the text:

(a) Deholi is now a children’s school.
(b) Prayer House is made of coloured glass.
(c) Amrakunjo is a mango orchard.
(d) Prayer House had lost five towers.

Activity 4

Fill in the following table by identifying who said each statement:

Statement	Said by Whom?
(i) “I came up in 1863.”	Santiniketan
(ii) “There were no electricity or motor cars then.”	Prayer House
(iii) “Rabindranath sat among my trees and wrote poems.”	Amrakunjo
(iv) “There are beautifully carved figures on my walls.”	Shyamoli

Activity 5

Arrange the following sentences in their proper order.
The sentences to arrange are:
(a) There is a song and poetry‐reading evening at Amrakunjo.
(b) Santiniketan will remain the same.
(c) Santiniketan is a great centre of education.
(d) A rehearsal for a drama takes place at night.
(e) The bell rings at Singhasadan.

Correct Order:

(e) The bell rings at Singhasadan.
(d) A rehearsal for a drama takes place at night.
(a) There is a song and poetry‐reading evening at Amrakunjo.
(c) Santiniketan is a great centre of education.
(b) Santiniketan will remain the same.

Activity 6

Answer the following questions:

(a) Why are the students sitting in the open air?
They are sitting in the open air because, as the text explains, “the earth is their classroom and the sky is their roof.” This means that they learn outside, just as people did in olden days.

(b) What will ring for the future generations?
The bell at Singhasadan (the gateway) will ring for future generations.

(d) What is Santiniketan also famous for?
Santiniketan is also famous as the land of fun and friendship.

Activity 7(a)

Fill in the blanks with suitable adverbs from the Help Box.
Help Box: daily, early, brightly, bravely

(a) Soldiers fight bravely for their country.
(b) I go to school daily.
(c) We should get up early in the morning.
(d) The sun shines brightly.

Activity 7(b)

Read the following passage and pick out the Regular and Irregular Verbs:

Passage:
“Rakhi got up early in the morning and washed her face. She took her breakfast at 8 a.m. and went to school at 10 a.m. At school she studied hard. During her lunch break, she played with her friends. She came back home at 4 p.m.”

Regular Verbs:

washed (from “wash”)
studied (from “study”)
played (from “play”)

Irregular Verbs:

got up (from “get up”)
took (from “take”)
went (from “go”)
came (from “come”)

Activity 7(c)

Fill in the blanks with the Present Continuous Tense of the given verbs:

(i) Ravi is reading a book in his room.
(ii) I am learning to speak English well.
(iii) (There is no (iii) provided; we proceed to (iv) below.)
(iv) The boys are having their lunch.
(v) The children are listening to a story.

Activity 8(a)

Fill in the blanks with words from the Help Box:

Help Box: earthen, soft, empty, remember

(a) I clearly remember my first day in school.
(b) Earthen pots keep the water cool.
(c) There is an empty land in front of my house.
(d) Children love to play with soft balls.

Activity 8(b)

Make sentences of your own using the following words:

conversation:
“I had an interesting conversation with my teacher about the importance of reading.”
electricity:
“Electricity lights up our homes and powers many of the devices we use every day.”
rehearsal:
“Our drama club held a rehearsal after school to prepare for the annual play.”
sunlight:
“The soft sunlight in the early morning filled the room with a warm glow.”

Let’s Talk

Imagine speaking to an old house on your way home from school:
“Every day on my way home, I pass by an old house that looks full of memories. One day, I mustered the courage to speak to it. I said, ‘Hello, old house, what stories do you hold in your walls?’ I imagined you might tell me about the generations that lived here and the laughter that once filled these rooms. Though the house couldn’t really speak, I felt as if it whispered back its silent secrets of the past.”

Activity 9(a)

A visit to Santiniketan – an open-air classroom experience:

Last weekend, I visited Santiniketan with my parents and discovered an open-air classroom for the first time.
I saw students sitting under the shade of tall trees, learning amidst nature.
Unlike our conventional classroom with walls and desks, this setting was vibrant and alive with the sounds of nature.
The natural light and fresh air made the learning experience feel very peaceful and refreshing.
This close connection to nature inspired me and made me appreciate a different way of education.

Activity 9(b)

Describe your best friend in a paragraph (five sentences):
My best friend is Anjali, and I first met her on the very first day of school when we were paired up for a class project. She is kind-hearted and always willing to help me, even when I struggle with my homework. Anjali has a contagious laugh that brightens even the dullest days, and she listens carefully whenever I share my thoughts. We discovered many common interests, from our love for books to our passion for drawing. I cherish our friendship because she makes every day at school feel special and fun.

Let’s Work Together

On a map of West Bengal, point out the following places and discuss:

Kolkata:
Kolkata is the vibrant cultural and commercial capital of West Bengal. It is known for its historic architecture, bustling markets, and rich literary and artistic heritage. The city is a melting pot of tradition and modernity and hosts many festivals and events throughout the year.
Santiniketan:
Santiniketan is famous as an educational and artistic center, founded by Rabindranath Tagore. It is known for its serene, natural setting with open-air classrooms and a strong emphasis on art, culture, and nature. The peaceful environment makes it a place of inspiration and learning.
The Sunderbans:
The Sunderbans is a unique mangrove forest region, renowned for its rich biodiversity, especially the Bengal tiger. It features winding waterways, dense forests, and a fragile ecosystem. This area is not only a natural wonder but also a reminder of the intricate balance between nature and human life.

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