CLASS VI & VII - PARAGRAPH WRITING

1. GOOD MANNERS

A man is judged by the manners he has.Good manners are not born with the man. They are learnt and acquired from one's surroundings. Good manners develop in a man's mind when he is determined to learn something good. Well-behaved children are appreciated and loved by all. They become quotable in the society.The use of words like'welcome', 'thank you','sorry,sir' etc., makes them more acceptable and lovable in the society.A good mannered boy never cheats or makes fun of other people. He always speaks in a soft and low voice and is neat and tidy in his habits and behaviour.Though there are different standards of good conduct in different countries yet a common code of good manners is universally recognized.Courtesy,sympathy and modesty are the essence of good behaviour.This code  of conduct should form an integral part of the learning process at school. The students of today should understand that if they are wanting in manners,they stand nowhere.

What lies within the scope of good manners We should respect our teachers,parents and elders. We should be courteous to our youngsters and sympathetic towards children. We should speak clearly and distinctly to our friends.The civic sense also lies with the scope of good manners.Our rights come to an end wherefrom the rights of others start.We should know what one owes to this society as a whole.What habits and what outlook of life we may have be of great value to us in the later part of our life.

2.My Best friend

An ideal friend possesses all the qualities of head and heart. It is easy to befriend others,but difficult to choose good friends. A friend in need is a friend indeed. It is rightly said."God gives us relatives;thank God, we can choose our friends". Ajay is my best friend. He is a boy of 12, with a thin body.But he has scholarly looks.He has a religious bent of mind.He has a grace which makes an impression on others.His presence in a company always makes it lively. Straight forward and outspoken as he is,he never feels shy in the company of his seniors.He is always  respectful to his elders and affectionate and kind to the youngsters.There is nothing in his appearance which may give even the slightest feeling of his indifference and carelessness. He has a disciplined way of leading his life. I am proud of my friend.

class ix and x value based questions-first term

“Determination is the key to success”. How is determination important in achieving one’s goal?

”.The happiness of this orphan girl is more important than worshipping Lord Vishweshwara at Kashi” In  light of the above mentioned statement support your answer highlighting “Service to mankind is service to God.”

“I cannot forget the worried expression on her face. I leaned forward and held her hand.” As the youth of our country, how can you be instrumental in bridging the gap between the young and the aged?

Duke plays a vital role in bringing Chuck back to life. Write a paragraph on how pets can play a vital role in strengthening and rebuilding the lost confidence.

Chuck could have easily given up but with his perseverance and determination, he became more successful professionally. ‘Determination plays a major role to succeed in life’. Elaborate.

Without Marcy’s support, Chuck would not have come back to life. ‘Family support is very important in the time of crisis.’ Write a paragraph on the importance of family support in life.

Gaston represents the money minded society. Such people are very little concerned about what means they use to reach their goal. Do you think that one can justify his action with the end product he receives or the goal he reaches? Elaborate.

Julliette refuses to accept the maid’s suggestion of trying some acting for some quick money. People often reject such offers due to false pride. ‘Children should be taught at a young age about the dignity of labour’. Voice your opinion in a paragraph.

Gaston fully utilized the situation when he realized that he could make good money. He was quick to act and was very practical. ‘Practical Approach to life is good, but never at the cost of values.’ Write a paragraph highlighting this fact.

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CLASS: X A (VALUE BASED QUESTIONS)

Nicola and Jacopo sacrificed the pleasures of their childhood in order to offer a better treatment for their sister.  They also dreamt of going to America one day. How would you set your goals and work towards achieving them?

They proved extremely useful to us.  If we wanted a pack of American Cigarettes or scats for the opera or the name of a good restaurant Nicola and Jacopo could be relied upon to satisfy our needs. Man is interdependent.  He is expected to help the society.  In what way will you extend your help to a person who needs your support.

Jacopo’s lively nature and Nicola’s steady and engaging smile hid the seriousness in their face which was far beyond their age. The boys have suffered badly under war and were orphaned.  They took all the responsibilities on their shoulders. How will you shoulder a responsibility given to you?

“Why are you so impatient, grandpa? You have to learn to be patient in this line of business. It’ll be another half an hour before you are called.” Patience and perseverance are rewarding. Elucidate this statement in 120-150 words.

false pride Dishonesty Compassion towards animals Vanity

Mrs Packletide indulges in no more game shooting. “The incidental expenses are so heavy” she confides to her enquiring friends. Pride goes before a fall. Write a diary entry expressing your feelings. “ Loona Bimberton would” said Miss Mebin. Mrs Packletide’s face settled on an unbecoming shade of greenish white.” Dishonest practices give us no peace. Discuss. “Only a personally procured tiger skin and a heavy harvest of press photographs” Animals are to be shot with a camera and not with a gun. Write a letter to the editor of a newspaper expressing your sentiments about inhuman attitude towards animals. “How amused everyone would be if they knew what really happened” said Luisa Mebin a few days after the ball. Compromising values will land you in serious trouble. Write a letter to your friend about the short cuts people adopt for instant success and how they back fire on them.

NOVEL QUESTIONS - REVISION - SAII - FEB 2015- CLASS IX

EXTRA QUESTIONS : 

1.Give the character sketch of Tom, the cat, in about 100 words.

Ans. Tom, the big cat, is characterised not as an animal but like a human being. This is so as to create fun and laughter. George, Harris and Jerome come across Tom when they return from a dip halfway up the high street. Montmorency gives out a cry of joy like that of a victorious warrior over a weak enemy, when he sees Tom. But the physical impact of Tom has a subduing effect on Montmorency. Thus Tom is described as a fierce cat. He is a larger cat and seems more disreputable. He has lost half of his tail, one of his ears and good part of the nose. He looks long and muscled animal. He has a calm and contented air about him. Thus Tom is a fearless and daring animal. When Montmorency looks at Tom, he sits down in the middle of the road. He then looks at him with inquiring eyes. The dialogue that seems to go between Tom and Montmorency shows Tom as a fierce-looking animal. Montmorency  admits his mistake in 'misunderstanding', Tom and withdraws. Shows thus Tom is not an ordinary- looking cat but a fearful animal.

2.Describe the humour involved in the incident when Jerome and others hired a double selling skiff named 'The Pride of the Thames' up the river.

 Ans. The sheer humour lies in the double sculling skiff named 'The Pride of the Thames. 'If we see the name, it means the skiff should be of a high class. Everything is to be superb and majestic in it. But when it comes before them Jerome. says it is the fossil of a whale.it must belong to the pre-glacial period. It should also be the fossil of a pre-Adamite whale or an early Roman coffin. They call it so but the owner's boy doesn't see anything wrong in it. The captain of Jerome's party tells the boys that it is his mother's washing-tub. It could replace, 'The Proide of the Thames'. The boat-builder himself came up and assured them that it was a boat. He didn't see any fault in the boat. They also fastened the boat together with strings and a bit of wall-paper over dirty places.

3.Describe the episode related to  trout kept in a glass-case in a riverside inn at Streatley. Who had caught it ?

 .During their stay at Streatley, one evening George and the writer went to a little riverside inn. In its parlour they saw  a dusty old glass- case fixed  very high above the chimney piece. It has in it a trout- a monstrous fish. An old man sitting in the parlour told them that the trout  weighed  about eighteen pounds and six ounces. He also said that he had caught it sixteen years ago. According to him it weighed twenty six pounds. And when the landlord came there, he had also said the same thing. He told that he had caught it when he was quite a lad. George wanted to get a better view of the trout. So, he climbed up on the back of a chair. But the chair slipped. George clutched at the trout-case to save himself but  it came down with a crash, George and the chair on the top of it. It was something very strange. That trout lay shattered into a thousand fragments. In fact, it was made of plaster of Paris.

CLASS VI & VII - REVISION - SA II - FEB 2015 - LETTER WRITING

  FORMAL AND INFORMAL LETTERS

1.  FORMAL LETTERS include : Business letters,Official letters,Applications,Letters to Editors of newspapers, letters of complaints,etc.

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FORMAT

*SENDER'S ADDRESS

*DATE

*ADDRESS OF THE ADDRESSEE {RECEIVER'S DESIGNATION & ADDRESS}

*SUBJECT

*SALUTATION

*BODY OF THE LETTER (CONTENT)

*COMPLIMENTARY CLOSE

*SENDER'S NAME & DESIGNATION

 Example:

1.Application for leave on brother's marriage.

XYZ

VI-A

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Karaikudi.

 26 Feb 2015

The class teacher

VI-A

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Karaikudi.

Sub: Requisition for grant of two days leave -reg.

Sir

With due respect I wish to state that my brother's marriage will take place on 28 Feb.2015 in Chennai. As I have to attend the marriage ceremony , I request you to grant me leave for three days (26.02.2015 to 28.02.2015) and oblige.

 Thank You.

Yours obediently

  XYZ

2. Application for Transfer Certificate

XYZ

VI-A

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Karaikudi.

26 Feb 2015

The Principal

Kendriya Vidyalaya

Karaikudi.

Sub: Requisition for issue of transfer certificate -reg.

Sir

Most respectfully I wish to state that my father who is working  as a scientist in Cecri has been transferred to  Chennai. As we are shifting to Chennai next week , I am unable to continue my studies here. So, I request you to issue me transfer certificate and oblige so that I can seek admission in Chennai and continue my studies.

 Thank You.

Yours obediently

  XYZ

INFORMAL LETTERS include letters to friends and relatives.

FORMAT:

*SENDER'S ADDRESS

*DATE

*SALUTATION

*BODY OF THE LETTER

*COMPLIMENTARY CLOSE

*SENDER'S NAME 

Example:

1.Letter to your cousin inviting him to spend his vacation with you.

 21,Zulu park

 Phase 1

 New Delhi-11

 26 Feb 2015

 Dear Harish

 Well and wish you are in the pink of your health.It is almost a year now that we have not met each other.My summer vacation begins on 3 May 2015. I wish that you should come here to spend your holidays with us. We will have a nice time together,go to some places,worth seeing and enjoy ourselves. I hope you will join us. Convey my regards to all at home.

With love,

Yours affectionately

 XYZ