Unit 8: Hobbies and Interests (Class 10) Part II

 Unit 8: Hobbies and Interests

Reading II (page 127)

Climbing

 

A. Find the words from the text above that have the following meanings.

a. a small flash of light, especially a reflected one

b. main branch of a tree

c. a little tower of a building or a castle

d. a set of steps leading from one floor of a building to another

e. causing great wonder; extraordinary

Answer:

a. a small flash of light, especially a reflected one-glint

b. main branch of a tree-bough

c. a little tower of a building or a castle- turret

d. a set of steps leading from one floor of a building to another-stair

e. causing great wonder; extraordinary-marvelous

 

B. Choose the correct answer.

a. What does the speaker view from the branch of the tree?

i. the sky

ii. the earth

iii. the town

b. What aids the speaker to go up and up?

i. the apple tree

ii. the branches on the tree

iii. a stair bought for her support

c. What does the speaker compare the glow of a dome with?

i. a turret

ii. a spire

iii. sea foam

d. Which of the following statements is true?

i. The speaker used to climb onto the tree top.

ii. The speaker is sure to get to the top of the tree now.

iii. The tree leaves will certainly prevent her from going higher and higher.

e. Which of the following statements carries the message of the poem?

i. We should not give up in the middle of any situation or a goal.

ii. Be satisfied with what you have at the moment.

iii. We cannot enter the heaven without a staircase.

Answer:

a. iii. the town

b. ii. the branches on the tree

c. iii. sea foam

d. ii. The speaker is sure to get to the top of the tree now.

e. i. We should not give up in the middle of any situation or a goal.

C. Answer these questions.

a. Why does the speaker want to climb on the tree?

b. What things are shining brightly when viewed from above?

c. Is it the first time that the speaker has climbed up the tree? How do you know?

d. Make a list of words from the poem which describe the light or brightness.

e. What do the sky and the earth symbolise in the poem?

Answer:

a. The speaker wants to climb on the tree to see the town shining up.

b. When viewed from above a turret and dome are shining brightly.

c. No, it is not the first time that the speaker has climbed up the tree. She says that before she always had to stop, but today she is sure she will reach the top. This implies that she attempted the climb before.

d. The words from the poem which describe the light or brightness are:

shining

gleam

glint

sparkling

bright

glittering

flash

e. In the poem, the sky symbolizes the ultimate goal or destination, while the earth symbolizes the starting point or the journey towards that goal. The sky and the earth emphasize the sense of accomplishment that comes with reaching the top of the tree or achieving one's goals.

 

D. "The more determined you are, the better opportunity you will achieve in life and obtain what you want in life." Do you agree with this statement? Discuss.

 

Yes, I agree with this statement. On the one hand, a person's level of determination can greatly influence their ability to succeed. A person is more likely to succeed in overcoming challenges and achieving their intended outcome if they are motivated and persistent in pursuing a specific goal. Additionally, it can assist people in cultivating a solid work ethic and an optimistic outlook, both of which are advantageous in all facets of life.

 

In conclusion, it is absolutely important to be determined if you want to succeed and take advantage of life's opportunities. It offers the zeal, inspiration, and resiliency required to overcome obstacles and failures. But it's crucial to keep a balanced viewpoint, taking into account the impact of outside events and the necessity of realism. Many times, perseverance, strategic thinking, flexibility, and a little bit of luck are needed for success.

 

 

Grammar I

A. Now, change the following sentences with passive voice using 'being' or 'having'.

a. Puja hates people shouting at her in the street.

b. Jahagir can't stand beggars wiping his feet.

c. Our class teacher detests students flattering her.

d. The headteacher likes teachers checking students' home works.

e. The actress does not mind journalists following her.

f. Rebika prefers people writing to her better than talking to her on the lines.

Answer:

a. Puja hates being shouted at in the street.

b. Jahagir can't stand having his feet wiped.

c. Our class teacher detests being flattered.

d. The headteacher likes having students' home works checked.

e. The actress does not mind being followed.

f. Rebika prefers being written to better than talked to on the lines.

 

B. Change the following sentences into active voice.

a. A lot of books are stored online by various sites.

b. Computers are repaired with warranty here.

c. Chinese is rarely spoken in our community.

d. The criminal is thought to have fled to another country.

e. It is believed that the film can spell the spectators.

f. It is expected that the war is going to end soon.

g. She is supposed to be married.

h. I hate being kept waiting.

i. She loves having her clothes praised.

j. This road is not very often used.

k. Ajima is never punished by teachers.

l. Many accidents are caused by speeding.

Answer:

a. Various sites store a lot of books online.

b. They repair computers with warranty here.

c. People in our community rarely speak Chinese.

d. People think that the criminal has fled to another country.

e. People believe that the film can spell the spectators.

f. People expect that the war is going to end soon.

g. They suppose she is married.

h. I hate people keeping me waiting.

i. She loves people praising her clothes.

j. People do not use this road very often.

k. Teachers never punish Ajima.

l. Speeding causes many accidents.

 

 

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