Unit 19
A Tale of Two Birds
- Find the words from the text that have the following meanings:
- …………….. i. young birds that have not yet learned to fly
- …………….. ii. evil or morally wrong
- …………….. iii. peaceful
- …………….. iv. the dwelling of a hermit
- …………….. v. a person living in solitude as a religious disciple
- …………….. vi. someone who steals money or property
- …………….. vii. copy the way a person speaks or behaves
Answer
- Nestlings- i. young birds that have not yet learned to fly b. Wicked- ii. evil or morally wrong
- Tranquil- iii. peaceful
- Hermitage- iv. the dwelling of a hermit
- Hermit- v. a person living in solitude as a religious disciple
- Robbers- vi. someone who steals money or property
- Imitates- vii. copy the way a person speaks or behaves
- Put the following events of the story in the correct order:
- The tall tree in which the birds had their nest fell down.
- The mother bird was killed; however, the nestlings survived.
- A bird and its two nestlings lived in a forest.
- The other nestling lived near a hermitage.
- The bird welcomed the king and requested him to be comfortable at the hermitage.
- The hermit told the king that one was known by the company one kept.
- The robbers were informed by a brown bird about the arrival of the king.
Answer
- A bird and its two nestlings lived in a forest.
- The tall tree in which the birds had their nest fell down.
- The mother bird was killed; however, the nestlings survived.
- The other nestling lived near a hermitage.
- The robbers were informed by a brown bird about the arrival of the king.
- The bird welcomed the king and requested him to be comfortable at the hermitage.
- The hermit told the king that one was known by the company one kept.
- Read the story again and answer the following questions:
- What caused the tall tree to fall down?
- Where were the nestlings blown to?
- Was the king able to catch the deer? How do you know?
- Why do you think the brown bird informed the robbers about the arrival of the king?
- Why did the king not fight with the other robber’s gang?
Answer
- The tall tree fell down due to a big storm with thunder, lightning, and strong winds.
- The nestlings were blown to the other side of the forest. One came down near a cave where robbers lived, and the other landed near a hermitage.
- No, the king was not able to catch the deer because he lost his way in the forest and became tired.
- The brown bird informed the robbers about the arrival of the king because it had made friends with the robbers.
- The king did not fight with the robber’s gang because they were more in number.
- One is known by the company one keeps. Do you agree with the statement? Discuss.
Answer
The statement “One is known by the company one keeps” implies that a person’s reputation and character are shaped by the people they surround themselves with. The idea that our associations influence our behavior and how others see us has some validity, but it’s crucial to understand that associations do not entirely define who we are as people. Individual development, personal decision-making, and autonomous thought are also important. It can be unjust and ignore the complexity of human connections to make generalizations about someone based only on who they associate with. In the end, although our affiliations influence us, they do not fully define us.
Grammar I
- Match the sentences in the left column with their indirect speech in the right column.
Answer
- The teacher said to the boys, “Have you done your homework?” – iv. The teacher asked the boys if they had done their homework.
- The little girl said to the man, “Will you help me?” -viii. The little girl asked the man to help her.
- Ridish said, “I have been reading this book.” -vi. Ridish said that he had been reading that book.
- My mother said to me, “Go and change your dress.” -i. My mother told me to go and change my dress.
- Rita said, “I had read this book before I gave it to you.” -ii. Rita said that she had read that book before she had given it to me.
- Alish said, “I will bring my guitar.” -iii. Alish said that he would bring his guitar.
- The boss told the clerk, “Bring me that file.” -x. The boss ordered the clerk to bring her that file.
- Prima asked, “Have you read that book?”– ix. Prima asked if I had read that book.
- Rabina said to Shambhu, “Where is our watch?”– v. Rabina asked Shambhu where his watch was.
- Sophia said, “What do you want?”– vii. Sophia inquired what I wanted.
- Change the following sentences into indirect speech. Use the reporting clauses given.
- “I’m coming now.”
She told me ……………….
- “Please, help me get to the hospital.”
He requested ……………….
- “Can you give me your phone number?”
She asked me ……………….
- “Reshma does not work.”
He said ……………….
- “Where is he?”
She asked me ……………….
- “Come here at once.”
She commanded me ……………….
- “What are you doing?”
She asked me ……………….
- “Do you work in a factory?”
She asked him ……………….
- “Why did you go out last night?”
She asked ……………….
- “Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.”
She told me ……………….
Answer
- “I’m coming now.”
She told me that she was coming then.
- “Please, help me get to the hospital.”
He requested me to help him get to the hospital.
- “Can you give me your phone number?”
She asked me if I could give her my phone number.
- “Reshma does not work.”
He said that Reshma does not work.
- “Where is he?”
She asked me where he was.
- “Come here at once.”
She commanded me to come there at once.
- “What are you doing?”
She asked me what I was doing.
- “Do you work in a factory?”
She asked him if he worked in a factory.
- “Why did you go out last night?”
She asked why I had gone out the previous night.
- “Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.”
She told me that water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
Writing I (page 246)
Write a story beginning with ‘Two friends were walking along the forest…….’
Answer
Two friends were walking along the forest with the whispering breeze and rustling leaves as they strolled along the forest path. As best friends since they were young, Bibek and Krishna had always sought comfort in the embrace of the natural world. The sun created a captivating dance of light and shadow on the forest floor by penetrating the dense vegetation overhead and casting dappled patterns.
Excitement seemed to permeate the air as they wandered more into the trees. It seemed as if the forest itself held secrets waiting to be revealed. Their hearts overflowed with expectancy, curious about what was ahead. Mark’s cheeky smile suggested his desire for adventure, while Sarah’s hazel eyes glistened with delight.
Their lighthearted conversation stopped as they discovered an old, moss-covered stone with enigmatic markings. The inscriptions seemed strange, a complex design carved into the
stone, as if it contained the key to a lost world. Drawn in by its charm, Sarah stroked her fingertips lightly over the designs, her touch creating a slight ripple in the atmosphere.
The surrounding woodland abruptly changed. Vibrant hues swirled and blended with the sounds of invisible creatures as the colors became more intense. A soft tune filled the air as the trees danced in an ethereal fashion. Bibek and Krishna exchanged a puzzled look, a mixture of nervousness and excitement in their eyes.
Pokhara international airport inaugurated
- The meanings of some of the highlighted words are given below. Find the words and write them down.
- praised formally or officially
- extremely crowded and blocked with traffic or people c. made a formal beginning of; initiated
- the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another e. a formal religious or public occasion
- the act of keeping something in good condition
Answer
- praised formally or officially – commended
- extremely crowded and blocked with traffic or people – congested
- made a formal beginning of; initiated – inaugurated
- the process or a period of changing from one state or condition to another – transition
- a formal religious or public occasion – ceremony
- the act of keeping something in good condition – maintenance
- Answer the following questions.
- Who inaugurated the newly built Pokhara Regional International Airport and when?
- How is the airport useful according to the Prime Minister?
- What was the first airline to land on the newly built airport?
- Why were the locals commended by the Deputy Prime Minister?
- Why is ICAO grateful to the Government of Nepal and CAAN ?
- How are airport infrastructure and air services vital according to Mr. Tao Ma?
Answer
- The newly-built Pokhara Regional International Airport was inaugurated by prime minister on January 1, 2023.
- According to the Prime Minister, the airport is useful for contributing to the economic development of Pokhara and the entire country.
- Himalaya Airlines was the first airline to land on the newly built Pokhara Regional International Airport.
- The locals were commended by the Deputy Prime Minister for their sacrifices and patience during the completion of the airport project.
- ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) is grateful to the Government of Nepal and CAAN (Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal) for their long-standing commitment, consistency, and comprehensive support.
- Mr. Tao Ma stated that airport infrastructure and air services are vital for ensuring connectivity, socio-economic development, and disaster relief efforts in landlocked countries.
- Why do you think the operation of an international airport is helpful in the economic development of a country? Discuss.
Answer
The operation of an international airport plays an important role in the economic development and growth of a country. It helps to come to our country easily from other countries. It serves as a gateway for other people from different foreign countries. It supports global connectivity, facilitating the movement of people and goods across borders. This connectivity helps tourism. In the same way it helps in international trade, stimulating economic growth and creating employment opportunities. The presence of an international airport attracts foreign direct investment, as it provides a favourable environment for multinational corporations to establish their regional headquarters or logistics hubs. Additionally, the airport serves as a catalyst for the growth of ancillary industries such as hospitality, transportation, and retail, generating a ripple effect throughout the local economy. Moreover, a well-functioning international airport enhances the country’s reputation and competitiveness on the global stage, attracting more visitors and businesses. Overall, the operation of an international airport not only boosts the tourism sector but also drives trade, investment, and job creation, making it a vital component of a country’s economic
development strategy. In these ways it is helpful in the in the economic development of a country.
Writing II
Write a news report using the following clues.
The hospital inaugurated in Doti
A hospital………inaugurated among a big mass by Minister of Health…..built from the
financial support of the Government of Nepal……. work started in 2019…….ended in
2021……..has the capacity of 60 beds . . people look happy and hopeful about the
future………
Answer
Hospital Inaugurated in Doti
Silgadhi, 26 January 2021 (RSS)
In a historic event witnessed by a large gathering, the Minister of Health, along with local officials, inaugurated a new hospital in Doti. This noteworthy development was made possible through the generous financial support of the Government of Nepal.
The hospital’s development started in 2019 and is projected to be finished in 2021, offering the residents of Doti and the neighboring areas essential healthcare services. It can accommodate sixty beds. This hospital has enormous potential to meet the healthcare needs of the surrounding area. In addition to emergency care, outpatient services, inpatient treatments, and specialized care units, it seeks to offer a broad range of medical supplies. The construction of this hospital represents a critical turning point in Doti’s healthcare system.
The locals, who have been waiting a long time for better medical facilities, are optimistic that the hospital will not only offer high-quality medical care but also advance the general growth of the area.
As the hospital doors open, the people of Doti eagerly await the positive impact it will have on their lives and the improved health outcomes for their community. With this new healthcare facility, they can now look forward to a brighter and healthier future.
Grammar II
- Choose the correct alternative for each of the following sentences:
Answer
- The teacher said to us, “What do you want?”– ii. The teacher asked us what we wanted.
- She said to me, “Will you please help me?”– iii. She asked me to help her.
- He said to me, “Don’t sit on my bed.”– iii. He told me not to sit on his bed.
- My sister said to him, “The Earth moves round the Sun.”– i. My sister told him that the Earth moved round the Sun.
- She said to me, “I don’t believe you.”– i. She told me that she didn’t believe me.
- She said, “Can you run?”– iii. She asked if I could run.
- They said, “They have seen a lion.”– i. They said that they had seen a lion.
- She said, “I am waiting for Sarita.”– iii. She said that she was waiting for Sarita.
- Nancy said, “I may leave tomorrow.”– ii. Nancy said that she might leave tomorrow.
- Manisha said to me, “When did you come to Nepal?”– ii. Manisha questioned me when I came to Nepal.
- Change the following sentences into indirect speech:
- He said, “I’ll send a postcard.”
- “We’ve bought a new car,” they said to me.
- Aruna said, “I don’t speak German.”
- Hem says, “Don’t play on the grass, boys.”
- My mum said, “Are you feeling well?”
- Nishan said, “Where did you meet him last week?”
- The doctor said to my father, “You must stay in bed.”
- The boy said, “Let me go.”
- Arpan said, “How often do you play cricket?”
Answer
- He said that he would send a postcard.
- They told me that they had bought a new car.
- Aruna said that she didn’t speak German.
- Hem told the boys not to play on the grass.
- My mum asked if I was feeling well.
- Nishan asked where I had met him the previous week.
- The doctor told my father that he must stay in bed.
- The boy requested to be let go.
- Arpan asked how often I played cricket.