Having Fun | Unit 8 | English

Exercise

A. Underline the words in column B which are similar in meaning to the words in column A.

mischief – misconduct, mishap, misbehaving

precious- common, valuable, expensive

vain – useless, impossible, sufficient

happy- lively, depressed, cheerful

hugged – rejected, embraced, cuddled

B. Use appropriate words from ‘column A’ above to complete the sentences below.

Everyone likes her. She is …..happy…… and outgoing.

These guys are best known for causing ……mischief……. and making fun.

That old man tried in …..vain…… to escape from prison.

After they won the match, the players …….hugged……. their coach.

The Mountain Museum is full of rare and ……precious…… treasures.

C. Put these sentences in the correct order.

A pair of old shoes were lying on the road.

The father and son hid behind the bush.

The farmer found some coins inside his shoes.

The farmer was very happy to get the money.

The old farmer thanked God for everything he had got.

The son learnt a good lesson that day.

D. Read the story again and answer these questions.

What did the son want to do with the shoes?

The son wanted to hide the shoes and watch the farmer’s reaction when he couldn’t find them.

How did the father react to his son’s proposal about hiding the shoes?

The father was disappointed in his son’s proposal and told him that it was wrong to make fun of a poor person.

What was the farmer going to do with the money?

The farmer was going to use the money to buy medicine for his sick wife and food for his starving children.

What would have been the farmer’s reaction if his shoes had been hidden?

The farmer would have been very upset and worried if his shoes had been hidden. He would have had to walk home barefoot, and he would have been unable to buy medicine for his wife or food for his children. e. What lesson did the son learn from the incident? The son learned that it is wrong to make fun of poor people and that it is more rewarding to help them than to hurt them. He also learned that it is important to be grateful for what you have and that even a small act of kindness can make a big difference in someone’s life.

E. Imagine you are the boy in the story. Retell the story in your own words.

Having Fun

I was walking with my father one evening when we saw a pair of shoes lying on the ground. I thought it would be funny to hide the shoes and watch the farmer who owned them get confused. But my father said that it was wrong to make fun of a poor person. Instead, he suggested that we put some coins in the shoes. We did, and when the farmer came back, he was so happy. He said that the coins would help him buy medicine for his sick wife and food for his children. I learned a valuable lesson that day: it is always better to be kind than to be cruel.

Grammar I

Choose the correct alternatives to complete the sentences.

The climate of the city …remained.. pleasant most of the time last year.

is remaining ii. remained iii. has remained

While they …were having… lunch, some guests arrived.

were having ii. was having iii. had

Manita and Pasang ….were playing… hid and seek at this time yesterday.

played ii. were playing iii. have played

Sonali …had painted… her house before she sold it.

had painted ii. painted iii. paint

Susan ..was working.. all day yesterday. He is not working today.

was working ii. had worded iii. worked

All the students ….were queuing… for lunch when I reached there.

was queuing ii. had queued ii. were queuing

Last year, we …hadn’t celebrated… any festival.

hadn’t celebrated ii. didn’t celebrate iii. celebrating

Use past simple, past continuous or past perfect forms of the verbs from the brackets to complete the sentences.

When the burglars broke into the house, I ….was having…. sound sleep. (have)

They were watching TV when they ….heard… a loud bang on the door. (hear)

Namrata ..had called…. her parents before she left for her office. (call)

…..Did you remember… to call your mother last night? (you/remember)

Sami ….called…. me twice yesterday but I didn’t reply to him. (call)

Their team scored 150 runs after they ….had had.. lunch break. (have)

The bus …had… already ..been.. there at the stop before we reached. (be)

Bipana was mending the roof when she …fell off.. (fall off)

After Alina ..had read… a novel, she wrote its summary. (read)

Writing I

Choose the correct phrases/sentences from the box to complete the following story.

The correct order of the phrases/sentences is:

A busy couple used to live in Chicago

They booked a hotel room

his wife was planning to meet him there

he accidentally left out one letter from her email address

who had just returned home from her husband’s funeral

she screamed and fainted

Write a story with the help of the given clues. Give it a suitable title.

The Ripple of Kindness

Once upon a time, in a coastal town, there was a man who found himself strolling along the beach on a gloomy day after a fierce storm. The crashing waves had washed ashore thousands of starfish, leaving them stranded on the sandy expanse. The man observed their plight as the helpless creatures wriggled and struggled, desperate to find their way back to the ocean.

As the man stood there, contemplating the overwhelming task before him, he noticed a young girl who seemed unaffected by the vastness of the challenge. She was diligently picking up one starfish after another, throwing them back into the safety of the ocean. Intrigued, the man approached her and inquired about her actions.

“I’m saving them,” the girl replied earnestly. “If I don’t, they’ll die.”

The man couldn’t help but express his skepticism. “But there are so many,” he remarked, gesturing toward the countless starfish covering the beach. “You can’t possibly save them all.”

Unfazed by his doubt, the girl picked up another starfish, carefully launching it into the waves. She turned to the man and with unwavering determination said, “It sure made a difference to that one.”

Her words struck a chord within the man, and a smile tugged at the corners of his mouth. “You’re right,” he admitted. “It did make a difference.”

Inspired by the girl’s simple yet profound perspective, the man decided to join her cause. Side by side, they devoted themselves to the task at hand, their shared efforts breathing hope into the starfish’s struggle. Together, they tossed starfish back into the embrace of the ocean, one by one.

Though their arms grew weary and the sun began to set, the man and the girl persevered, determined to see their mission through until every last starfish was safely returned to the water. And as they worked tirelessly, the warmth of satisfaction replaced their exhaustion. They had not only saved lives but also taught the invaluable lesson that even the smallest acts of kindness can create ripples of change.

In the end, the man and the girl stood side by side, surveying the now vacant beach. They were tired, but their hearts swelled with contentment. They had made a significant difference in the lives of the starfish they had saved.

As the story of the man and the girl spread throughout the town, it ignited a flame of compassion within its residents. People began to recognize the power of their own actions, no matter how seemingly insignificant. Kindness began to flourish, casting its glow upon the lives of others, and the world became a little brighter.

The moral of this tale is a reminder to us all: Each act of kindness, no matter how small, has the power to make a difference. By extending a helping hand, we can bring about positive change and inspire others to do the same. The ripples of our actions can shape a better world for all.

Unit- 8.1

Historical Inventions All Exercise

A. Complete the crossword puzzle with the words in red from the text.

Across

2. an object that causes a feeling of great surprise and admiration-wonder

6. made by people, often as a copy of something natural- artificial

7. understand a situation- realized

Down

1. an idea or fact that something is based on- foundation

3. unusual or surprising in a way that causes people to take notice-remarkable

4. the use of a communication system that works by sending electric signals through wires or by radio waves- telegraphy

5. forced someone to leave a place/ state- expelled

B. Match the inventions with their inventors.

a. Application of Steam Engine – iv. James Watt

b. Motor car – v. Daimler

c. Electricity – i. Michael Faraday

d. Spaceship – iii. A group of scientists

e. Mobile phone- ii. Reginald Fessenden

C. Read the text again and answer these questions.

a. What incident inspired James Watt to invent the steam engine?

James Watt was inspired to invent the steam engine when he observed the lid of a kettle rising due to the pressure of steam from the boiling water. He realized that the power of steam could be used to drive engines.

b. Mention a benefit of motor car compared to train.

Motor cars are more convenient than trains because they are smaller and can travel on roads that are not designed for trains. Motor cars are also faster than trains over short distances.

c. Why is electricity called ‘white coal’?

Electricity is called ‘white coal’ because water is used to generate it.

d. Why is a spaceship thought to be a wonder?

A spaceship is thought to be a wonder because it is a type of artificial satellite which moves in space beyond the atmosphere of the Earth.

e. When was the first spacecraft launched to the moon?

The first spacecraft was launched to the moon on October 4, 1957.

f. How old are mobile phones?

Mobile phones are about 100 years old. The first mobile phone was invented by Martin Cooper in 1973.

D. What modern appliances or gadgets do you use? Make a list of them and discuss how they have aided in your life.

Washing machine: The washing machine has made it possible for me to do laundry quickly and easily. I use my washing machine to wash my clothes, towels, and bedding.

Dryer: The dryer has made it possible for me to dry my clothes quickly and easily. I use my dryer to dry my clothes, towels, and bedding.

Refrigerator: The refrigerator has made it possible for me to keep my food fresh and cold. I use my refrigerator to store my food, drinks, and leftovers.

Microwave oven: The microwave oven has made it possible for me to cook food quickly and easily. I use my microwave oven to heat up leftovers, cook frozen meals, and make popcorn.

Stove: The stove has made it possible for me to cook food in a variety of ways. I use my stove to boil water, fry eggs, and cook pasta.

Heater: The heater has made it possible for me to stay warm and comfortable in the winter. I use my heater to warm up my home on cold days.

Television: The television has made it possible for me to watch movies, TV shows, and sporting events. I use my television to relax and unwind after a long day.

Computer: The computer has made it possible for me to stay connected with friends and family, to get work done, and to learn new things. I use my computer to write emails, create documents, and browse the internet.

Smartphone: The smartphone has made it possible for me to stay connected with friends and family, to get work done, and to access information. I use my smartphone to make calls, send text messages, and access the internet.

Tablet: The tablet has made it possible for me to stay connected with friends and family, to get work done, and to access information. I use my tablet to read books, watch movies, and play games.

Smartwatch: The smartwatch has made it possible for me to stay connected with friends and family, to get work done, and to access information. I use my smartwatch to check my email, send text messages, and track my fitness goals.

Grammar II

A.

When I was 10 years old, I used to stay with my uncle. At my uncle’s house, I used to start my tasks early in the morning. I used to go to the tap with my aunt to fetch water. After returning from the tap, I used to do my homework. I was free to study but whenever I had free time, I used to work on the farm, too. Despite my daily chores at home, I used to work hard to be in the first position in my studies. We used to create a lot of resources for ourselves. Therefore, we did not use to go on any excursions. All the teachers used to engage us in different practical activities helped me a lot to become successful.

B. Rewrite the given sentences using used to. Use negation where necessary.

a. She lived in Italy when she was five.

She used to live in Italy when she was five.

b. We grew a lot of crops.

We used to grow a lot of crops.

c. Did you spend much money?

Did you use to spend much money?

d. There were a lot of trees in that jungle.

There used to be a lot of trees in that jungle.

e. William and Fiona went to school together.

William and Fiona used to go to school together.

f. The Smiths did not work much.

The Smiths did not use to work much.

g. What did you do in the evenings?

What did you use to do in the evenings?

h. Suhana did not help her parents.

Suhana did not use to help her parents.

i. People were helpful in the past.

People used to be helpful in the past.

Writing II

You might have attended a ceremony, eg. birthday, picnic, etc. recently. Write a short narrative essay about it. Include the following details about the event:

The Joy of Attending a Wedding Ceremony

I recently attended a wedding ceremony for my cousin. The wedding was held at a beautiful outdoor venue in the mountains. The ceremony was simple and elegant, with the bride and groom exchanging vows in front of their closest friends and family. After the ceremony, there was a reception with dancing, food, and drinks. It was a wonderful celebration of love and commitment.

I was so happy to be able to attend my cousin’s wedding. It was a special day for her and her new husband, and I was honored to be a part of it. I felt so much joy and happiness for them, and I was so proud of them for finding their soulmates.The ceremony itself was very moving

The bride and groom spoke beautiful vows to each other, and it was clear that they were deeply in love. The officiant did a wonderful job of leading the ceremony, and he made it feel very personal and meaningful.

After the ceremony, there was a reception with dancing, food, and drinks. We all had a great time celebrating with the bride and groom. It was a wonderful way to end a perfect day.