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A NATION'S STRENGTH - Ralph Waldo Emerson 3) Read the following Poem and answer the following Questions. Not gold, but only men, can make A people great and strong Men who for truth and honour’s sake Stand fast and suffer long. Brave men who work while others sleep Who dare while others fly They build a nation’s pillars deep And lift them to the sky. 1. What do you mean by the word \"stand fast”? 2. Who is the poet of the poem? 3. Whom does the word \"men\" refer to? 4. Name some of the pillars of our Nation like Gandhiji. 5. What does \"sleep\" mean in the above lines? WILMA ­ RUDOLPH 4) Read the following passage and answer the following Questions. Wilma Rudolph was born in a poor family in Tennessee. At the age of four, she had pneumonia with scarlet fever which left her paralyzed with polio. She had to wear a brace and the doctor said she would never put her foot on earth. But her mother encouraged her. She told Wilma that with God-given ability, persistence and faith she could do anything she wanted. Wilma said, “I want to be the fastest woman runner in the world.” 1. What was Wilma's ambition? 2. What does the word \"Persistence\" mean? 3. What happened to Wilma when she was four? 4. How did Wilma's mother encourage her? 5. What do you learn from Wilma? 100

Unseen Comprehension Passages Template for unseen passages These passages or stanzas (from poems) have been picked up from various sources on a variety of topics. They would be immensely beneficial to the students in enhancing their thinking skills and substantiating their understanding. The key concept of CCE, the '5 W and 1 H' has been emphatically incorporated into this section as well. Students must be encouraged to do them on their own. The different type of questions like multiple choice, True or False, fill in the blanks and content based questions would help the children from the examination point of view. Passage – 1 1. Read the comprehension and answer the following questions: Mr Green went to the barber every month to have a haircut. He sometimes took his little son, Philip with him, and Philip sat and looked at magazines during his father’s haircut. But at that time, the barber did not cut Philip’s hair. Mrs Green would always cut it at home. Then one day, Mr Green said to his wife, Philip is five now and the barber is going to cut his hair, next time. He took Philip there the next day, and first the barber cut Mr.Green’s hair. Then the barber put Philip in the chair and said, “How do you want your hair, young man?” “Like my father\", answered Philip, \"with a whole in the middle” Questions: 1. How often did Mr Green go to the barber? 2. What did Philip do during his father’s haircut? 3. Who cut Philip’s hair at home? 4. Why did Mr. Green have the barber cut Philip’s hair? 5. How did Philip want his hair? Passage – 2 2. Read the comprehension and answer the following questions: Margaret took over the tea and sent Becky to cut more and more cake. Susan’s legs ached and an immense hunger seized her; she had eaten nothing but sandwiches since her breakfast at half- past seven, but there was no time, the girls clamoured for more and she ran backward and forward with four helpers, who had their own tea in between. 101

A clothes basket was filled with cut-up pieces of cake, pastry slabs of men‟s cake, apple pastry and current slices. There the box of ginger- snaps was taken round and some girls actually refused. The end was approaching but still Joshua walked up and down the line with food. Questions: 1. What had Susan eaten since morning? 2. What was Joshua doing? 3. How did the girls behave? 4. Where was all the eatables kept? 5. What did the box contain? Passage – 3 3. Read the comprehension and answer the following questions: WHO BECAME THE PRIDE OF THE NATION? At the time of her sacrifice, Sister Myra Ivanovna was only twenty years of age, and was small and frail. Her temperament, however, was such that it produced great activity and most remarkable saying powers. No undertaking seemed too large for the wonderful, courageous spirit within her frail form. In her, we can picture a woman moved by deep religious instincts and burning desire to minister the suffering humanity. When war broke out, she accompanied her brother, a military doctor, to the battle front and did valuable service among the sick and wounded. Her touch, it is said, healed as if by magic. Her presence was the presence of angels. No service was too small, no effort too great. Questions: 1. What was Sister Myra Ivanovna’s age at the time of her sacrifice? 2. Was Ivanovna an active and smart girl? 3. Where did Ivanovna go when the war broke out? 4. What was Ivanovna’s brother? 5. What is the most interesting thing from the passage? Passage – 4 4. Read the comprehension and answer the following questions: Paper was a Chinese invention, and the secret of making it came to Europe through the Arabs. The Babylonians and Assyrians did their writing with a pointed instrument on cakes or bricks of soft earth which was later baked to make them hard. Much of the Roman writing was done with sharp sticks. 102

Other materials which have been used for writing on at different times are sheep’s bones, broken pots, leaves, trees stems, and metals. In Europe, before paper became common, writing was done on a special sort of thin leather. In time, the feather pens which had been used for a great number of years gave place to steel pens, then to fountain pens, ball point pens and of course, pencils. Questions: 1. Who invented paper? 2. How did the invention of paper reach Europe? 3. How did the Babylonians and Assyrians do their writing? 4. Where was much of the Roman writing done? 5. Where did the European write before they started using paper? Passage – 5 5. Read the comprehension and answer the following questions: It is only in difficult moments that we come to know whether a person is brave or not. A majority of the people are not brave. But there is none who does not consider himself brave. Our soldiers met an army of jackals when they fought the Pakistan forces. Indian soldiers are known in the world for their bravery. They never fear death. The day of battle is the only day worthy to be lived. And to die while defending the honour of their motherland is the greatest sacrifice instead of turning back in disgrace. By doing so, they become the pride of the nation. Questions: 1. When do we know whether a person is brave or not? 2. Do all people consider themselves brave? 3. When do our soldiers meet an army of jackals? 4. Which is the day worth living for to the Indian soldier? 103

Writing Discourses 1. Designing an Invitation Card Invitations are a means to announce special occasions in a grand manner. Letting people know about the details of the occasion in charming designs and flowery words, just about defines an invitation. Template The following tips will help in designing an invitation card: The name of the programme must be bold & highlighted. Details about the venue, time, day & date must be given. Key attractions of the programme with pictures must be presented. Host’s name, phone number must be given at the bottom. Now design an Invitation Card for your school on the occasion of Science Exhibition. The following hints would be useful: Hints: • Date, day & time must be mentioned clearly • Venue – school campus • Occasion – Science Exhibition • Highlights of the exhibition • Entry fee, etc. You are cordially invited for the SCIENCE EXHIBITION ON Sunday, Jan 20th 2019, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm AT THE PATHANJALI SCHOOL CAMPUS Key attractions: Models of Araku Valley, Kailashgiri puppet show, Valmiki Ashram, Globe ISLV- Rocket, Danger zone, and many others. By the students, Staff & Management of PATHANJALI INSTITUTIONS PH: 886642001, Email ID: [email protected] 104

2. Biographical Sketch: A Biographical Sketch is the story of the life of a famous personality- either living or dead, giving details about his personal life, his professional life, his achievement and his fame. Template • The full name date of birth, place of birth, town, state, country, etc. • Some more personal details • Professional details of his career. • His achievements & medals won • His contribution to the nation Write a biographical sketch of Sania Mirza based on the hints given below:­ Born on 15th November 1986 - born in Mumbai - father Imran Mirza, mother Naseema - family moved to Hyderabad - took up tennis at the age 6 - initial coach Roger Anderson - attended Nasar School - graduated from St Mary’s College - Honorary Doctorate from MGR Education & Research University Chennai - turned to professional tennis in 2003 - won 2003 Wimbledon Championship Girl’s Doubles title - won many more titles - currently ranked No. 1 in Women’s doubles ranking - 3rd Indian Women in the Open Era to feature and win a round in a Grand Slam Tournament - A Gem of India Sania Mirza is an Indian Professional Tennis player, who is currently ranked No. 1 in Women’s doubles. She was born in Mumbai on 15th November 1986. Her father, Imran Mirza and mother Naseema moved with their family to Hyderabad when Sania was very young. She took up tennis at the age 6. During the initial years, her coach was Roger Anderson. She attended Nasar School, and later graduated from St. Mary’s College. She was awarded an Honorary Doctorate from MGR Educational & Research University, Chennai. Sania turned to professional tennis in 2003 and in the same year, won the prestigious Wimbledon Championship Girl’s Doubles title. She went on to win many more titles in international tennis circles. She is currently ranked no. 1 in Women’s doubles ranking. She is the 3rd Indian woman in the Open Era to feature and win a round in a Grand Slam Tournament. Sania Mirza stands tall and proud as a true Gem of India. 105

3. Speech Writing:­ A speech is a formal address or discourse delivered to an audience. Speech is a powerful means of communication. Therefore the tone, the words, the language must have a long lasting effect. Template Hints which would make speech writing easier: • Making a good impression • Introduction of the topic in an impressive way • Giving examples related to the topic • Using quotes and similes • Asking questions • Speech must be structured • Conclusion must be memorable Prepare a speech that you would like to make on the occasion of ‘Friendship Day’ in your school during the Morning Assembly. Hints: • Who is a true friend? • Qualities of a friend • How can we maintain their friendship? • Friend in need is a friend indeed. Good morning teachers and my dear friends. As you all know that the first Sunday of August is celebrated as Friendship Day. I am here to share my views on friendship. Friends are God’s gift. Only lucky people get true friends. A friend is one who gives us support like a board and warmth like the fire place. He/she understands our feelings and emotions even when we don’t expect them. Spending time with a friend is as refreshing as the morning dew. The value of a true friend is known only in his absence. Therefore it is very important to make good friends who will guide us along the right path. Maintaining friendship for years is an equally difficult task, but nevertheless a rewarding task. Wishing all of you a Happy Friendship Day. Thank you 106

4. Diary Entry: Diaries are notebooks filled with a writer’s personal & private form of writing, where the inner most feeling, thoughts and ideas are expressed freely. Template The following hints would be useful while writing a diary: • The date must be written at the top of the entry. • It is a day – wise entry • Chronologically organized • The entry is often addressed to the diary as if it were a living thing • Events which happened or incidents are mentioned. Thursday, 20th June, 2019 10 pm Upset over poor exam performance Today I was very upset. Our subject teachers announced the marks scored by us in the recently conducted examinations. My performance was poor. Almost all the teachers scolded me. My classmates made fun of me. I felt terrible. I came home and cried in my room. My mother saw and asked me the reason. I showed her my marks. I was afraid that she too would scold me. But she said she was proud that I tried my best. She said that instead of crying, I should work harder and never give up. I felt so happy to have such a supportive mother. I promised myself that in the next exam, I will work hard and obtain excellent marks and show everybody what I am capable of doing. 107

5. Letter Writing – Informal Letter writing is an important part of written communication. It is generally of 2 types:­ Formal and Informal letters. In this section we would focus on informal letters. All letters follow the block format. Template An informal letter consists of 6 parts in the following order: • The Heading­ consists of the writer’s address and the date. • The salutation – consists of addressing the addressee. • Body of the letter – contains the main content of the letter. • The signature • The superscription – consists of the senders address to be written on the envelope Your friend has got a gold medal at the National Level. Write a letter to your friend congratulating him on his success. Flat No. 208 Surya Apartments Sumanti Nagar Vijayawada 19th January 2019 Dear Suman, How are you? I am fine. Hearty congratulations! I came to know from Siri aunty that you have won a Gold medal in Roller Skating at the National Level. It was wonderful to hear the news. Competing with thousands of participants and winning a medal is an incredibly great achievement. All your hard work and commitment towards the game have helped you to achieve this success. I wish that you win many more such medals. I am proud of you. Mom and dad have conveyed their congratulations and blessings to you. Hoping to see you soon. Your loving friend Malashree To Ms. Suman D/o Mr Venkat Rao 1-12-34 A Shanti Nagar Hyderabad 108